Business Manager I

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 67,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina, Department of Transportation, Office of Economic Opportunity & Compliance seeks a Business Manager I to oversee financial management, budgets, procurement, and program administration. You will analyze data, prepare reports, and coordinate with the Deputy Director and other units to support Title VI, DBE and related programs.

Travel is required. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in accounting or finance and at least three years of progressive experience, with two in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance or related field.
• Three years progressive related experience; two in a supervisory role.
• Ability to analyze data and trends in the program area.
• Knowledge of state/federal financial processes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced financial, management and administrative support.
• Manage daily office operations, budgets, procurement, and annual reports.
• Coordinate with Deputy Director, Director and other units on programs.
• Assist in policy development and internal controls.
• Provide training and outreach; travel required.

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Financial processes knowledge

Budget reporting

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Job description

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Business Manager I (NS)

Position Number

60027168

Grade

NC19

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

The NCDOT Office of Economic Opportunity and Compliance (EOC) exists to promote economic opportunity, growth and engagement in communities across N.C. to ensure stakeholders have access and opportunity to participate in transportation programs. EOC is responsible for advocating, administering, implementing, and monitoring the Department’s Title VI Nondiscrimination Program, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)program, Unified Certification Program, Small Business Program, Equal Opportunity Contractor Compliance Program, Americans with Disabilities Act Program, On-the-Job Training (OJT) Program, and University Collaborations/ HBCU Outreach.

This position provides advanced level financial, management and administrative support. Position manages the daily operations of an office or facility including its assets, financial management, budget, procurement activities, annual reports, support staff and offices. This position has direct responsibility and authority for the administration of EOC programs. It addresses a variety of most complex financial problems which require gathering financial data, financial analysis, acting, and making recommendations for action. This position coordinates with EOC’s Deputy Director and Director and other NCDOT business units. This position is a major participant in making business decisions that determine how the Department’s existing needs and future programs are managed. This position ensures the integrity of the processes in place related to financial management within EOC.

*Providing training and outreach is required. This position will require traveling.

Management prefers applicants with the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC19 $67,122 - $117,465. Hiring Range: $67,122- $110,129

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience with analysis and interpretation of data and trends in the program area of assignment.
• Working knowledge in consulting and collaborating with internal and external program stakeholders to advance the strategic objectives of the Office of Economic Opportunity & Compliance.
• Knowledge of the NCDOT’s business and financial processes, statutes, rules, and regulations governing them, as well as Federal requirements relating to financial management.
• Experience with compiling/preparing department budgets, reports, risk assessments and tracking expenditures.
• Experience with the development of policies, procedures, internal controls and programmatic workplans.

Minimum Education and Experience

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. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance or other discipline related to the area of assignment from appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressive related experience, in which, two (2) years should be in a supervisory role, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.