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State of Colorado DNR Executive Director's Office - Budget Director in Statewide, Colorado
DNR Executive Director's Office - Budget Director
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DNR Executive Director's Office - Budget Director
Salary
$100,620.00 - $144,996.00 Annually
Location
Statewide, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
PAA TBAA 05/24
Department
Department of Natural Resources
Division
Executive Director's Office
Opening Date
05/20/2024
Closing Date
6/2/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
1313 Sherman Street - Room 718 Denver, CO 80203 (Hybrid/Remote)
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Patrick Warnes patrick.warnes@state.co.us
Salary Note
Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Questions
Department Information
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Are you interested in investing in a career that makes a difference?
Consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. It’s our mission to manage and conserve Colorado’s natural resources for the benefit of people today – and tomorrow. That means we have to balance development with conservation so the state we all love provides similar opportunities for our children and their children.
We invite you to explore our website athttps://dnr.colorado.gov to find out more about the work we do to manage Colorado’s natural resources for today – and tomorrow.
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.
In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:
Medical and Dental plans
Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax 401K and 457 plans
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Employee Wellness programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave
Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options
Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to: https://studentloans.gov/myDirectLoan/pslfFlow.action#!/pslf/launch
Department of Natural Resources, Executive Director's Office
The Department of Natural Resources is responsible for the management of the water, land, wildlife, minerals/energy/geology, and outdoor recreation resources of the State. Its mission is to develop, preserve, and enhance Colorado’s natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors. This position is located within the DNR Executive Director’s Office (EDO), which leads the Department in its mission, overseeing and assisting six divisions, as well as providing administrative support in areas such as accounting, human resources, procurement, budget, performance planning, process improvement, and public information.
EDO Financial Services Budget Unit handles all department-level matters related to state budgeting and internal budget oversight, including: developing and defending the Department’s annual legislative budget request; assessing the fiscal impact of proposed legislation and ballot measures; ensuring all approved funding is recorded accurately and accessible to programs timely; and overseeing the implementation of the budget to ensure financial accountability for all funds. The unit is responsible for supporting and coordinating across all DNR divisions and programs to produce high-quality budget deliverables on behalf of the Department.
Description of Job
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
The DNR Budget Director is responsible for overseeing Department-wide budget planning and execution including: (1) managing policy and budget formulation and actively participating in the development of the Department’s legislative agenda; (2) navigating the legislative budget process; (3) overseeing the implementation and execution of the Department’s budget; (4) directing expenditures to ensure management objectives are met within Long Bill appropriations; and (5) advising the Chief Financial Officer, senior department leadership, Division Directors, and division fiscal personnel on budgetary issues and potential solutions.
The Budget Director is also responsible for addressing issues that affect multiple divisions, understanding the bigger picture of state budgeting in Colorado and how it affects the DNR budget, and setting the strategies and framework under which all division budget staff operate.
Position duties include but are not limited to:
Budget Development Strategy and Oversigh t:
Budget Director oversees the preparation and submission of the Department’s annual and mid-year operating and capital budget requests, with responsibility for the quality and accuracy of all required materials in accordance with instructions from the Governor’s Office of State Planning and Budgeting (OSPB) and legislative expectations. This includes:
Designing and managing the Department’s internal budget development process;
Providing training and guidance to both budget and non-budget staff to help divisions successfully negotiate the budget process and ensure alignment with DNR strategic priorities and policy direction from the Executive Director.
Developing recommendations on the composition and prioritization of DNR’s budget submissions to ensure the Department is allocating its limited resources to the highest priority needs; and
Reviewing and recommending to the Chief Financial Officer all components required for legislative budget submissions (e.g., decision item narratives, budget schedules, requests for information, and the Long Range Financial Plan).
Legislative Budget Process :
The Budget Director is responsible for leading the Department through the legislative budget process, including:
Providing training opportunities and serving as a resource for legislative staff on DNR programs and funding.
Managing efforts to respond to budget and policy-related questions from legislative staff and members.
Leading preparations for the Department’s annual hearing with the Joint Budget Committee.
Supporting the DNR Director of Legislative Affairs on budget-related outreach to members.
Monitoring all legislative action relevant to the Department’s budget.
Working with budget staff to ensure the Long Bill and other legislation correctly reflects all budget decisions.
The position is also responsible for overseeing the development of all fiscal note responses for special bills and ballot initiatives to ensure all analyses are well-justified, completed timely, and meet expected standards of quality.
Budget Implementation:
The Budget Director is responsible for providing direction on the proper implementation of Department funding, with an emphasis on planning and problem-solving. This includes, but is not limited to:
Facilitating collaboration with Financial Services and other work units within the Executive Director’s Office to ensure funding is accessible timely and being used for appropriate purposes.
Meeting with the EDO and division leadership to identify administrative issues, discuss budgetary impacts, and make recommendations on potential solutions.
Oversight and management through subordinate staff of EDO’s budget, including budget support to EDO leadership and program management.
Overseeing the allocation and effective administration of central appropriations and developing equitable funding methodologies for department-wide or multi-division initiatives.
Providing direction on the strategic reallocation of existing funding to address current and emerging budgetary issues.
Remaining up-to-date on the status of department cash funds, including revenues, expenditures, and any potential issues or challenges with cash fund management that may emerge.
Management and Leadership:
The position develops and oversees activities for the unit, hires staff, creates individual work plans and assignments, sets goals and objectives, evaluates work performance, and issues corrective or disciplinary action as necessary.
The position also provides and/or facilitates education and training for budget staff (EDO and division), other EDO Financial Services units, division directors, policy and program staff, and Department leadership to build knowledge and skills regarding relevant budget issues.
The position also provides and/or facilitates education and training for budget staff (EDO and division), other EDO Financial Services units, division directors, policy and program staff, and Department leadership to build knowledge and skills regarding relevant budget issues.
Other duties assigned and special projects:
This position supports the Chief Financial Officer and other senior staff as required and works on special projects and other duties as assigned related to the role.
The Budget Director may participate in legislative hearings, stakeholder meetings, committees, working groups, projects, and other forums as a representative of the Department and/or Chief Financial Officer.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience Only:
Nine (9) years of relevant experience in budget analysis, budget development and implementation, and policy development and implementation; or at least three years of public or private sector management or administration that included budget formulation, execution and analysis equal to nine (9) years
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Political Science, Public Policy, Mathematics, Government or in another field of study directly related to the assignment and/or relevant experience in budget analysis, budget development and implementation, and policy development and implementation; or three years of public or private sector management or administration that included budget formulation, execution and analysis equal to nine (9) years
Current, valid licensure as a CPA by the Colorado Board of Accountancy will substitute for the degree requirement and two (2) years of the required experience
Please note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. Your resume will not be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications; only the work experience section of your application will be reviewed to determine this. “See Resume” statements on the application will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.
Preferred Qualifications:
Current or former State budgeting, legislative, and/or finance experience relevant to this position. Experience analyzing the fiscal impact of legislation is strongly preferred.
Exceptional communication (oral and written), mathematical, interpersonal, and public speaking skills
Experience synthesizing, interpreting, and reporting on complex or technical information, in an appropriate format and at an accessible level for the identified audience.
Strong critical thinking skills to develop creative solutions to complex interpersonal, process, and systemic challenges;
Ability to navigate ambiguity and operate strategically to make defensible data- driven decisions based on best available information.
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and complex environment to establish priorities; coordinate and track deliverables; and plan, coordinate, and monitor work of others.
Experience with budget management for state programs, including oversight of cash funds, developing budget projections, and managing expenditures
Record of relationship-building and collaborative leadership to work with internal and external partners with competing priorities to gain consensus and ensure deliverables
Proficiency with the State's electronic accounting system (Colorado Operations Resource Engine or "CORE"), the State's electronic budgeting system (Performance Budgeting or "PB"), or other similar databases or IT systems used for research and analysis.
The current work arrangement for this position is as follows:
(Please note, this arrangement can be subject to change)
- This is a Remote/Hybrid position - Work is primarily performed from a home office, however the selected candidate may report to the office at 1313 Sherman Street - Denver, CO or other locations as instructed by manager or required by job duties. In-person reporting may occur more frequently between November 1 and May 15.
Conditions of Employment:
Possible travel several times per year within Colorado or out of state (field tours, conferences, meetings, etc.)
In-person office reporting may be required more frequently between November 1 and May 15.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify their application from the current position. (Please Note: Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with DNR).
DNR does not provide Work Visa Sponsorship.
APPEAL RIGHTS:
It is recommended that you contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below to resolve issues related to your possession of minimum qualifications. However, if you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email, US Mail, faxed or hand delivered within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go tospb.colorado.govor refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, atspb.colorado.govunder Rules.
Supplemental Information
The Assessment Process
All applications received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed by an HR Specialist against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position will be a structured application review by Subject Matter Experts.
Resumes, cover letters and other attachments are not considered as part of initial reviews, therefore, it is important todocument in your application your education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications as outlined in the job announcement .
Please thoroughly answer all supplemental questions (if listed) since question responses may be evaluated for content, writing ability, spelling, grammar, and effective communication.
This recruitment may involve additional testing and/or exams to arrive at the top group for interviews.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, dnrhremployeebenefits@state.co.us
ADAAA Accommodations
Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact dnrhremployeebenefits@state.co.us at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.
E-Verify
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Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical Help
If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues. Helpful hints: If you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and close the document before you attempt to upload it.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
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The Colorado Constitution, Article XII, Section 13 requires that APPLICANTS for state classified government jobs be residents of Colorado, unless this requirement is waived by the State Personnel Board. There is no residency waiver for this announcement. Please confirm that you are a current resident of Colorado.
Yes
No
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Current and former State Personnel System employees who were disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or who were deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation) must disclose this information on the application.
I am not a current or former State of Colorado classified employee.
I am a current or former State of Colorado employee but have NEVER been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation).
I am a current or former State of Colorado employee and have been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of termination, or deemed to have resigned without notice (Board Rule 7-5, Automatic Resignation). NOTE: Failure to disclose this information and/or falsification of Application materials may result in being removed from consideration for this position.
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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose this information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify you application from the current position:
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If you are using education to meet or substitute for qualifications, did you upload a copy of your official or unofficial transcript? (Your transcript is required as verification that you meet the requirements).
Yes, I have attached my transcripts.
No, I am not using college course work to meet minimum requirements for this position.
Not Applicable
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Did you upload your résumé and cover letter to this on-line application?
Yes
No
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Part, or all, of the assessment for this position involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials. Please verify that you understand that the failure to include adequate information or attachments to your job application may affect your final score and/or prevent you from competing in any subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.
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If you are a veteran who is eligible for preference points, did you upload/attach your DD-214? Veterans who wish to seek disability preference points based on a service related disability must submit acceptable documentation to support your claim for veterans' preference (exclude specific/private medical information).
Yes
No
Not Applicable
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Describe your experience with the Colorado state budget process, including any work preparing budget requests, submitting responses to requests for information from the legislature, and experience analyzing the fiscal impact of legislation. Note: Statements such as "See résumé" will not be accepted in lieu of a response.
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Describe your experience communicating technical information to a variety of audiences. What are your preferred communication strategies to ensure information is transmitted successfully?
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Describe your experience using strong problem-solving skills in a project or program that you coordinated. How did you think critically, assess options, and implement effective strategies to resolve issues efficiently?
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A successful candidate would possess the ability to manage and prioritize tasks across a team of supporting staff. Give an example of a time when you did this successfully. What tools or processes did you use?
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Please describe your experience in budget management for a state program or division including oversight of cash funds, developing budget projections, and managing expenditures. Include how the experience was gained and mm/yy to mm/yy. Note: Statements such as "See résumé" will not be accepted in lieu of a response.
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Are you proficient in the use of the State's electronic accounting system (Colorado Operations Resource Engine or "CORE"), the State's electronic budgeting system (Performance Budgeting or "PB"), or other similar databases or IT systems used for research and analysis?
Yes
No
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Please confirm that you are willing and able to meet the Conditions of Employment outlined in this announcement.
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No
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