Budget Director

Working Title: Budget Director

Classification Title: Administrator II

Posting Details:

Priority Application Deadline (Posting will remain open until filled): Wednesday, August 7, 2024 @ 11:55pm PST

Position Summary:

Budget Planning and Administration (BPA) is responsible for the preparation and administration of the University budget. Responsibilities include planning and resource analysis to improve the allocation and use of resources, and developing and implementing fiscal control policies, procedures, and systems. The unit is the primary source for budgetary information and provides professional assistance and advice to campus administration and campus divisions relating to budgetary and other fiscal matters. BPA is also responsible for position management and processing the monthly university payroll data through the Labor Cost Distribution (LCD) module and for the monitoring, analysis, and reconciliation of the payroll to the appropriate accounts in the General Ledger. Responsibilities include input, analysis, testing, and maintenance of the PeopleSoft Position Management and Labor Cost Distribution modules. BPA consists of one Associate Vice President, one Budget Director, one (1) senior finance budget analyst, and three (3) budget analysts.

The Budget Director (Administrator II) reports directly to the Associate Vice President for BPA, and under general direction is responsible for leading and participating in a full range of budget administration tasks including budget development, position management, resource allocation, fiscal projections, and year-end reporting. The position is responsible for meeting deadlines, improving processes, and recommending policy changes, and requires the application of theories, principles, and practices of budgeting. Incumbent must have the ability to analyze unique funding and process issues and to consider, develop, and recommend viable alternatives.

FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $10,500 per month to $11,000 per month; commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,812 per month to $15,449 per month.

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Salary Grade/Range: 1

Recruitment Type: At-Will

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Partial telework schedule may be available after training period, subject to management approval.

Department Information

Budget Planning & Administration (BPA) supports the campus by estimating and allocating the fiscal resources needed by divisions and programs working to achieve student success and implement imperatives. In collaboration with the President's Budget Advisory Committee, BPA facilities a transparent budget development process that considers and makes funding recommendations for the upcoming fiscal year.

More specifically, the BPA team analyzes historical and anticipated expenditures, prepares various expense and funding scenarios, and documents budget decisions. BPA also allocates funds in alignment with the approved budget and as received by the Chancellor’s Office, monitors expenses and fund balances throughout the year, and effectuates fund transfers as needed and requested by divisions. In addition, BPA serves as a resource across the campus to analyze and make recommendations on the fiscal impact of decisions, such as developing pro-formas for capital projects, analyzing changes to Category IV and V fees, reviewing the fiscal health of auxiliaries and self-support organizations, and managing position changes.

https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/budget-planning/

Required Qualifications

Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a closely related field, or eight (8) years progressive work experience in the field of budgeting, including experience leading or taking a significant role in developing, monitoring, and reporting an annual budget for a public institution. A minimum of five (5) years of progressive work experience in the field of Budgeting including experience leading or taking a significant role in developing, monitoring, and reporting an annual budget for a public institution. Experience working with a diverse group of stakeholders. Advanced experience using computerized financial systems, complex spreadsheets, databases, and query tools.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge of the techniques, methods, and procedures used in the preparation, analysis, and administration of a multi-million dollar budget in a fund accounting system, and of the role of a budget plan and the importance of working within an organizational structure. Demonstrated significant technical and administrative experience involving budgetary planning and development, financial analysis and administration of a large organization. Ability to analyze, evaluate and communicate complex, sensitive financial data. Demonstrated knowledge interpreting complex personnel related policies and procedures. Ability to handle sensitive personnel issues with confidentiality. Ability to analyze and address personnel problems using reasoning, interpretation, and application of theories and principles to develop and recommend alternatives and courses of action, and to apply judgment and discretion reflective of thorough knowledge of policies and procedures. Experience supervising staff and have the ability to provide project leadership and to represent the division. Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment to resolve unexpected or unprecedented situations. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work collaboratively to meet the mission/goals of the University. Ability to understand and evaluate complex problems from a future-oriented and broadly interactive perspective and to readily develop proactive solutions that integrate strategic goals into tactical operations. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to work collaboratively to build consensus, to achieve goals and objectives, and to resolve difficult situations. Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a leadership team and to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with university and division constituencies. Position may occasionally require attendance at off-site locations.


Preferred Qualifications

Experience in position management and position-based budgeting. Experience working at Sacramento State, the California State University system, or in higher education. Experience working with PeopleSoft/Oracle Financial Systems.
Conditions Of Employment

• Ability to pass background check

Documents Needed to Apply (3)

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Responses to Supplemental Questions

Applicants will respond to the following supplemental questions:
Please describe how your education, training, and experience qualifies you for this position. Please refer to the duty statement and the desirable qualifications. Describe your experience cultivating collaborative working relationships with external partners. Provide specific examples.
Responses should be typed, no more than two pages, using 12 pt font.

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success ; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity ; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion ; resource development and sustainability ; dedicated community engagement , and wellness and safety .

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html .

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/csu-learn.html .

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery . The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request from the Office of Clery Compliance & Training by emailing clery@csus.edu .

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance & Training as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

Advertised: Jul 24 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

Closing Date/Time:

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