BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR III

State of New Hampshire

New Hampshire

On-site

USD 43,000 - 59,000

Full time

2 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Flexible Spending healthcare/childcare

State retirement plan (457b)

Wellness program

Job summary

State of New Hampshire is seeking a Business Administrator III in the Department of Education, Division of the Deputy Commissioner & Bureau of Office of Business Management, Concord, NH. The role manages financial programs and biennial budgets, coordinating with program directors and executives to ensure compliance and effective resource use.

The position emphasizes planning, financial analysis, reporting, and interagency collaboration, with a trajectory toward state-wide grants administration

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 9 years of education and experience after completion of high school.
Education and experience must be in accounting, fiscal management, public administration, or business administration, including three years of supervisory or administrative experience.
Valid driver’s license and/or access to transportation for statewide travel.

Responsibilities

Plans, develops and administers business management programs including financial management and budgetary planning and analysis.
Establishes and implements internal controls to monitor revenue and expenditures and align funds with program goals.
Ensures financial reporting in line with federal/state requirements and supports audits.
Develops budgets, monitors grants, and prepares ad hoc reports for CFO and Commissioner.
Oversees financial procedures for grants and programs and drafts guidelines for policies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Administrative experience

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree

9 years education/experience equivalent

Tools

Excel

NH First

IBARS

Job description

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Education

Division of the Deputy Commissioner

Bureau of Office of Business Management

25 Hall Street

Concord, NH 03301

Business Administrator III

Position #13283

$31.33/hour - $42.60/hour

This position is full time, 37.5 hours a week.

See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Education, Division of the Deputy Commissioner & Bureau of Office of Business Management has a full-time vacancy for a Business Administrator III.

Summary

Plans, develops and administers business management programs including financial management and budgetary planning and analysis for assigned programs within the Department. Works within the Office of Business Management (OBM) and serves as the main point of contact between OBM and assigned Divisions Directors and Program Administrators.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Other information

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 9 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in accounting, fiscal management, public administration, or business administration, including three years of supervisory or administrative experience.

License/Certification

Valid driver’s license and/or access to transportation for use in statewide travel.

Other Requirements

None

Trainee Option

Not Applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Proficiency with Excel spreadsheets, NH First and IBARS experience preferred.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available

Criteria

None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available

Criteria

None

DISCLAIMERS

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities

DETAILED TASKS (STANDARD)

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC)

Develops, implements, and monitors financial and administrative policies and procedures, including planning and supervising program budgets, interpreting federal and state laws, and accounting standards, to assure that agency is in compliance with accounting and fiscal mandates.

Establishes and implements internal controls to monitor revenue and expenditures; including ensuring state appropriations and grant funds are aligned and programmatic goals are met.

Ensures adequate financial management and reporting consistent with federal and state requirements; including the federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) policies and procedures. Completes all federal and state financial reports; reviews financial reports and recommends changes in financial planning. Assists with financial audits as required.

Implements and evaluates current and long-range program operations for proper allocation of assigned grants; prepares and provides reports with detailed analysis and implements necessary fiscal and programmatic changes.

Collaborates with Program Administrators on the development and finalization of federal allocations for school districts. Develops, implements, and monitors Match and/or Maintenance of Effort (MOE), and matching allocations and reports, to meet required compliance with federal and state regulations.

Oversees and administers financial procedures to ensure effective operation of assigned grants and programs. Directs the preparation of guidelines for implementing various policies and procedures established by state and federal government. Develops and implements fiscal, financial and accounting management framework and procedures for the requirements imposed by federal and state regulations in order to develop statewide procedures.

Plans and manages the biennial budget for assigned programs, verifying requests and resolving any inconsistencies in the administration of the programs to meet goals and objectives. Directs Program Administrator’s on the state budget development process. Develops ad hoc reports during the Governor’s and Legislative phase to support requests of the CFO and Commissioner.

Researches and interprets federal and state laws, regulations and guidance to assure agency expenditures are in compliance and allowable.

Reviews and oversees the preparation of grant proposals and monitors grant budget compliance, completion of grant documentation, negotiations, reports and administrative and contractual obligations. Oversees Fiscal Committee and Governor and Council requests according to departmental and state procedures.

Serves as a member of the Bureau/Program management team for assigned accounts. Attends trainings and conferences related to each program to stay current on laws, rules and guidance. Supervises and evaluates employees, if assigned.

For further information please contact Pauline Dubois, Supervisor, Pauline.M.DuBois2@doe.nh.gov.

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including: