Director of Finance & Budget (#357)

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STATE OF MAINE JUDICIAL BRANCH

Salary Range:

Salary grade 22: $106,496.00 - $136,843.20 annually.

What We Offer:

At the Maine Judicial Branch, we value our employees, which is why we offer great benefits. In addition to competitive pay, we provide:

• Work-life balance: 13 paid holidays, 4 weeks of vacation leave, and 12 paid sick days every year.
• Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks
• Gym membership and childcare reimbursement programs
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Health insurance coverage (85%-100% employer-paid for employee-only plan)
• Health insurance premium credit (5% decrease in employee premiums)
• Dental insurance (100% employer-paid for employee-only plan)
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Defined Benefit Pension plan contributions
• Voluntary deferred compensation (retirement savings 457 Plan)
• Up to $1000 Tuition Reimbursement each year
• Employer-paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
• Additional wellness benefits

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS *

• Assists in the management of the Financial Services Unit.

• Serves as direct supervisor for the Revenue Manager, Collections Coordinator, and related positions.

• Develops and oversees revenue fiscal procedures; updates and maintains relevant sections in the fiscal procedures manual.

• Serves as member of State Court Administrator’s Administrative Team, and participates in developing policy and procedures affecting the Judicial Branch.

• Assists in the preparation of financial and other information associated with the collective bargaining process.

• Develops and organizes the biennial budget and provides analysis and assistance for the State Court Administrator in the presentation of the budget to the legislature.

• Develops annual budget work plan and management quarterly financial reports.

• Provides financial analysis via preparation of financial reports and prepares appropriate recommendations.

• Oversees revenue and court collection programs.

• Analyzes revenue patterns to provide projections and produces related reports as required.

• Coordinates state audit of the courts and prepares required response.

• Monitors and administers grants and other dedicated funding and prepares financial reports as required.

• Works with Legislative Analyst in determining fiscal impact for proposed legislation.

• Serves as a liaison with representatives from various governmental agencies.
  

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/EDUCATION REQUIRED

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in court administration, public administration, accounting, business administration, or a related field; extensive experience in related financial or administrative. Knowledge of modern principles and practices of public administration, accounting, finance, and budgeting.

• Knowledge of statutes and regulations governing government/public sector accounting.

• Proficiency in using personal computers and software for accounting applications.

• Ability to interact effectively with court personnel, the public, and government officials in a variety of situations and circumstances.

• Ability to organize, direct, and coordinate administrative activities in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

• Ability to prepare and analyze complex fiscal records and reports.

• Ability to express ideas on technical subjects clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
  

How to Apply:

This position will remain open until filled.

Cover letter, resume, and online application must be submitted online at http://maine.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Judicial/details/Director-of-Finance-Budget-357-_R26-01434

The Judicial Branch is an EEO/AA employer.

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If you have any questions about the online application process, please contact the Judicial Branch Human Resources Department at HR.Help@courts.maine.gov.