Deputy Director for Budget
Deputy Director for Budget
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Description of Work
**Position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act - G.S. 126**
**Position is eligible for a hybrid-teleworking schedule to include weekly onsite work hours**
***THIS IS A REPOST. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY***
The Deputy Director for Budget is a strategic management position responsible for the administration of an effective NC Medicaid Budget function that includes developing and documenting on behalf of the Chief Financial Officer and in close collaboration with Financial Planning & Analysis and all other DHB units the NC Medicaid biennial budget; monitoring managing and updating expenditures and revenues on a daily basis; and informing leadership regarding ongoing management of Division of Health Benefits (DHB) resources.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Provide strategic recommendations to DHB and DHHS leadership regarding budget policies procedures and costs.
- Lead in close collaboration with Financial Planning & Analysis development of the annual and biennial Medicaid budgets (including program and administrative) and documentation of the executed budget in the North Carolina Financial System (NCFS) in compliance with all guidance and regulation from the NC General Assembly (NCGA) Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) the federal Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) and DHHS.
- Direct and track all journal entries and budget revisions (including carry forward requests and liquidations) to ensure timely accurate and complete Medicaid program budget reporting by fund and account; and proactively advise leadership regarding any projected or immediate issues.
- Oversee on a daily basis the monitoring and management of DHB administrative budgeting including tracking of filled positions vacancies salary reserve and lapsed salary; employee travel; administrative contracts; and IT projects (including those executed by ITD); and proactively advise leadership regarding any projected or immediate issues.
- Monitor and manage the administrative Cost Allocation Plan (CAP) to ensure accurate federal reporting and maximize the federal draw available to DHB.
- Oversee and maintain the DHB budget accounting structure adjusting as needed to accommodate new and/or changed program activities.
- Collaborate closely with DHB Finance & Accounting and Financial Planning & Analysis OSBM and DHHS Office of the Controller (OoC) to produce timely and accurate quarterly and annual Federal Reporting to CMS and annual state financial reports.
About the NC Division of Health Benefits:
The Division of Health Benefits (DHB) within NCDHHS is committed to advancing innovative solutions that improve health promote well-being and foster independence for all North Carolinians. DHB manages and oversees North Carolina Medicaid and other programs that provide access to services and supports for parents children seniors people with intellectual / developmental disabilities and behavioral health substance use and traumatic brain injury disorders. With a budget over $27 billion in state and federal funds per fiscal year DHB ensures that more than 108000 enrolled providers are reimbursed for delivering covered services to 3.1 million beneficiaries.About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health safety and well-being of all North Carolinians providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf blind developmentally disabled and mentally ill and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Compensation and Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options standard and supplemental retirement plans and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation sick and community service addition paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website forbenefits.Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The following Management Preferences are not required but applicants that possess these skills are preferred:
Strong knowledge of accounting budgeting and financial management principles especially in government finance managed care Medicaid regulations and GAAP as applied in North Carolina.
Skilled in analyzing data solving complex problems and identifying and managing financial risks.
Experience designing and maintaining effective internal controls and quality assurance systems in large organizations.
Demonstrated success in working independently managing shifting priorities and organizing work to meet deadlines.
Strong leadership skills demonstrated through managing accounting operations or similar financial functions.
Effective at building and maintaining positive working relationships across departments and with external partners.
Proficiency with NC Financial System.
CPA certification
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. SeeEducation and Experience Equivalency Guidefor details.
Graduation from a four year college or university with a degree in business or public administration or in a field related to DHHS programs and five years of managerial and/or administrative experience in the public or private sectors involving significant decision-making authority in the planning organizing and directing in an area related to the above-mentioned programs
OR
an equivalent combination of training and experience.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
In accordance with Executive Order 303 our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously Justice System Involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. ( Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
- Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
- Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.
- If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
- Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trust will be subject to a criminal background check.
- Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. Upon the closing date applications are Under Review and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
- Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application.The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
- For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service please visit the NACES membership website at Credit Verification
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
Military Experience
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
- Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.
ADA Accommodations
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities or known limitations covered by the PWFA are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
If there are any questions about this posting please contact Talent Acquisition at . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
