Director of BudgetJob no: 493548
Work type: Full Time
Location: Denver
Categories: Staff (Professional-Technical)
Title: Director of Budget
Position Type: Professional Tech Full time
College: Red Rocks Community College
Division: Finance and Administration
Department: RRCC Business Services
Campus: RRCC Lakewood Campus
Location: Lakewood
Salary Range: $90,768 - $99,844
Job Summary:The Director of Budget leads the College's budget development, financial forecasting, position control, and institutional financial analysis functions. This position is responsible for coordinating the annual budget process, developing financial models and forecasts, monitoring budget performance, and providing data-driven analysis to support informed decision-making across the institution.
The Director oversees budget administration, enrollment and revenue forecasting, personnel budgeting, financial reporting, and state and system budget submissions. The position develops analyses and recommendations that support resource planning, operational efficiency, and fiscal sustainability while ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, Colorado Community College System requirements, State Fiscal Rules, accounting standards, and College policies.
Working collaboratively with academic and administrative departments, Human Resources, Institutional Research, Accounting, and other stakeholders, the Director provides technical expertise, financial insights, and budgetary guidance to support effective resource management and institutional planning.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities- Advanced knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial management, and strategic planning.
- Knowledge of government budgeting, state fiscal requirements, and higher education finance.
- Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.
- Strong understanding of enrollment-driven budgeting and revenue forecasting.
- Ability to analyze complex data.
- Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial audiences.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting applications.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, customer service, accountability, and fiscal stewardship.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, or a related field OR equivalent combination of education and/or related experience.
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting, financial planning, accounting, financial analysis, or fiscal management.
- Experience developing and managing large, complex budgets.
- Experience in financial forecasting, modeling, and budget administration.
- Experience presenting financial information to stakeholders.
- Supervisory or leadership experience.
Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, or a related field
- Experience in higher education, governmental, or public-sector finance.
- Experience with Colorado Community College System budgeting and finance practices.
- Experience with ERP, budgeting, business intelligence, and reporting systems.
- Experience using Banner, Cognos, Power BI, Tableau, or similar systems.
Physical & Cognitive DemandsThe following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.
- Occasionally moves, positions, and transports files and office materials weighing up to 10 lbs.
- This is largely a sedentary role. This position operates in an office environment and constantly uses a computer, and routinely uses standard office equipment including phones, copiers, etc.
- The person in this position constantly communicates with internal and external constituents and students. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Cognitive demands include comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, synthesizing, negotiating, communicating, instructing, and interpersonal skills.
Starting SalaryStarting salary range for this position is $90,768 - $99,844 annually, commensurate with education and experience. This is a full-time, FLSA-exempt position. This position has been exempted from the State Classified System.
To ApplyAll applicants must submit:
- Resume
- Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement.
Candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Candidates may redact any personally identifiable information on their materials including but are not limited to age, date of birth, and dates of attendance and date of graduation for educational institutions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at HR@rrcc.edu.
Benefits- At RRCC, we value and uphold a commitment to a workplace that focuses on employees. In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer a comprehensive selection of benefits to support our employees, including:
- Strong, flexible retirement benefits including Colorado PERA's Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan. RRCC contributes 21.61% of your salary on your behalf. Supplemental retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans are also available.
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and flexible savings benefits.
- Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP).
- Generous paid time off benefits including up to 15 hours of annual leave and 10 hours sick leave per month, 10 paid holidays per year, and up to 18 hours for academic and volunteer activities.
- Tuition assistance for employees and their eligible dependents at any community college within the Colorado Community College System or CCCOnline.
- State employees are eligible to participate in BenefitHub which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources.
- Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the Colorado Division of Human Resources website.
Advertised: 03 Nov 2026 Mountain Standard Time
Applications close: 02 Dec 2026 Mountain Standard Time
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