Chief Budget Officer

State of Missouri

$95K — $115K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
  • Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant professional experience, with three (3) years in a supervisory or administrative role.
  • Certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CGFM preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge of finance and accounting is crucial.
  • Understanding of Missouri state government and legislative processes is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and motivate the Budget section staff.
  • Develop and report cashflow projections for departmental budgeting.
  • Analyze and present financial summaries to the Conservation Commission.
  • Generate financial reports, graphs, and budget recommendations.
  • Track and oversee the executive budget process through various governmental channels.
  • Monitor financial trends to maintain a stable financial environment.
  • Oversee fiscal note processes that impact MDC revenues and expenditures.

Benefits

  • Offers a standard office work environment.
  • Encourages professional development and accountability in staff.
  • Provides opportunities for strategic planning and decision-making in conservation finances.
Full Job Description
Requisition Id: 4763

Salary: Commensurate with work experience

Salary Grade: S13

Job Location: Commission Headquarters - Jefferson City, Missouri

Closing Date: Until Filled

Interview Date: TBD

Summary/Objective

Provide leadership and direction for Budget section within the Administration branch.

Essential Job Duties

  • Mange and motivate staff responsible for, but not limited to, Internal Expenditure Plan, Executive budget, financial reporting, program review and revenue accounting.
  • Develop, forecast, and report cashflow projections of department funds for decision making and budgeting.
  • Analyze, report, and present annual and monthly Financial Summary to the Conservation Commission.
  • Generate reports, charts, graphs, and presentations of the Mid-Year and Year-End Financial reviews and budget recommendations to the Conservation Commission.
  • Track and manage the executive budget through the process of submission, Governor recommendations, Legislative appropriation process, and expenditures.
  • Monitor short-term and long-term financial trends to assure a stable financial position.
  • Oversee financial estimates of fiscal note processes that impact MDC revenues & expenditures.


Ancillary Job Duties

Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
  • Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience in management or related areas, three (3) years which must have been in a supervisory and/or administrative capacity.
  • Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.), Certified Internal Auditor (C.I.A.), or Certified Government Financial Manager (C.G.F.M.) strongly preferred.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of Missouri state government and legislative process.
  • Ability to use office equipment, such as copier, phone, fax machine, scanner, and computer.
  • Advanced Finance and Accounting knowledge.
  • Ability to coordinate administrative and management activities to achieve Branch and Department goals.
  • Ability to give overall guidance and direction to the Branch staff to assure their programs are properly carried out in achieving an efficient and productive operation.
  • Ability to evaluate and analyze Branch programs and develop recommendations for improvement.
  • Ability to plan and project future operating needs in regard to buildings, staffing and program changes.
  • Ability to resolve conflicts and work effectively with others.
  • Ability to exercise judgement and initiative in interpreting Department and Branch policies and procedures and in delegating responsibilities.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with local, state and federal agency personnel and civic leaders.
  • Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with public, private and parochial educational groups, community leaders, youth leaders, counterparts in other states and Department personnel.


Leadership Competencies

  • Holds self and team accountable for safety, conduct, performance, professional development, and public engagement.
  • Models and upholds the Department's Code of Conduct, ensuring professional and ethical behavior.
  • Motivates, coaches, and develops team members to achieve organizational goals and maximize performance.
  • Applies strategic thinking, planning, budgeting, and conservation business principles to decision-making.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of Department policies, procedures, and supervisory responsibilities.
  • Identifies opportunities for improvement, analyzes root causes, and implements effective solutions.
  • Gives and receives constructive feedback while providing timely coaching and support.
  • Sets clear SMART objectives, provides resources, and empowers teams to take ownership of results.
  • Balances operational efficiency with effective staff management to deliver high-quality outcomes.
  • Collaborates across diverse perspectives, communicates clearly, and fosters a culture of innovation, accountability, organizational values, and talent development.
  • Demonstrates strategic vision by understanding the long-term direction of the Department and Branch, aligning priorities and values, and communicating a clear path toward achieving program goals.


Work Environment
  • Work is performed in a standard office environment.


Physical Abilities
  • Remain in a stationary position 70% of the time.
  • Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
  • Ability to frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
  • Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
  • Regularly lift up to 5 pounds, correctly lift up to 10 pounds.
  • Concentrated attention is required at all times.
  • Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.


Disclaimer

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. The Missouri Department of Conservation reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, functions, and requirements.

Exemption Status/Special Notes

This position has been determined to be Exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employees must agree to accept compensatory time in lieu of cash payments in accordance with the Department's Compensatory Time Off and Overtime Policy.

Salaried and hourly employees are expected to use a mobile device-cellular phone for Department business, as needed.

MDC promotes a Tobacco-Free (smoke and smokeless) working environment.

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