Business Manager I

Department of Transportation; United States; On-site; USD 67,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a Business Manager I to provide advanced financial, management, and administrative support. This role oversees daily office operations, budget, procurement, and reporting, with direct responsibility for EOC programs and strategic decision making.

You will coordinate with the Deputy Director, Director, and other divisions, ensuring financial integrity and compliance with state and federal requirements, and will lead training and outreach as

Qualifications

• Experience analyzing data and trends within the program area.
• Ability to consult and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the department's financial processes, statutes, and regulations.
• Experience compiling budgets, reports, risk assessments and expenditures.
• Experience developing policies and internal controls and work plans.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced level financial, management and administrative support.
• Manages daily operations of an office or facility including assets, finance, budget, procurement, annual reports and staff.
• Directly administers EOC programs and related activities.
• Coordinates with EOC’s Deputy Director and Director and other NCDOT units.
• Ensures integrity of financial management processes in EOC.

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Budget management

Policy development

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or related field

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

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.

• 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.

It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

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.

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast.