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Chief Financial Officer

PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR III

Recruitment #24-005484-0030

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Introduction

The Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) is looking for a diligent, detail-oriented individual who is excited about making Maryland a safer place to live and work.

MDEM’s mission is to proactively reduce disaster risks and reliably manage consequences through collaborative work with Maryland’s communities and partners. MDEM is the Department of State government with primary responsibility and authority for emergency preparedness policy, and for coordinating hazard mitigation, incident response, and disaster recovery. MDEM is a national leader in Emergency Management that provides Maryland residents, organizations, and emergency management partners with expert information, programmatic activities, and leadership in the delivery of financial, technical, and physical resources “to shape a resilient Maryland where communities thrive.” We do this by being Maryland's designated source of official risk reduction and consequence management information.

NOTE: This position operates within an on-call rotating schedule according to assignment within the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) to attend to all emergencies on a statewide 24/7 basis. This may involve working 12-hour shifts and extended periods of time in support of 24-hour consequence management activities.

GRADE

25

LOCATION OF POSITION

7229 Parkway Drive, Suite 200, Hanover, MD 21076

Main Purpose of Job

The Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) is designated the State Administrative Agency (SAA) for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)/Department of Homeland Security grants. These federal grants constitute the largest portion of the Agency’s budget, underwriting more than 80% of Agency operations.
Position duties include, but are not limited to, serving as the Agency Chief of Business Operations and Budget Director. As part of these duties, the position works closely with the Chief Program Management Officer (CPMO) in the capacity of the State Administrative Agents (SAA), approving, auditing, and coordinating project management of all funding programs within MDEM. Additionally, collaborating with the Assistant Attorney General (AAG), designs and implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance with State and Federal funding and reporting requirements. These duties include interpretation of laws, rules and regulations, creating and analyzing budget and fiscal strategies.
The position oversees the day-to-day operations of the Finance Branch, and consults with the Department of General Services on all MDEM procurement projects. One of the main tasks of this position is the preparation and submission of the annual budget request that includes detailed analysis of prior spending patterns, workload changes, MDEM initiatives and coordination of departmental requests. This task is highly technical, requiring knowledge and application of State and Federal budget regulations and procedures, as well as a functional knowledge and understanding of the Budget Analysis & Reporting System (BARS) 
The position will interact regularly with MDEM’s Executive Staff, the Governor’s Office, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and other state agencies as well as local government officials, with respect to proper management of State and Federal funding. 
The position shall provide policy recommendations to the Secretary of Emergency Management and other members of senior leadership with respect to all funds management, overseeing and day-to-day management of the Agency’s budget and shall coordinate with the Chief Program Management Officer (CPMO) and the fiscal staff to ensure compliance. 
Serves on various Departmental management and strategic planning committees as requested.

POSITION DUTIES

Development of the Agency annual operating and capital (as needed) budget with supporting materials as deemed appropriate by the Department of Budget and Management (DBM). This position is responsible for monitoring, controlling, and analyzing MDEMs fiscal operations to include developing, measuring, analyzing, and managing all fiscal functions.
Collaborate with the Chief Program Management Officer (CPMO) to implement internal financial management controls for MDEM.
Act as budget and finance manager for the SEOC during emergency activations and perform other duties as assigned.
Perform compliance assessments and desk audits, as necessary, for all funding programs managed by MDEM.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university. 

EXPERIENCE:

Six years of experience in fiscal administrative or professional work. A minimum of three years of experience in business development, budget planning and implementing processes and procedures. A minimum of two years supervising a finance team. A minimum of three years of experience managing state budget, federal grant, special funds and reimbursable funds.


NOTES:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of management experience for the required education.


SELECTION PROCESS

This is a Management Service position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Emergency Management, 7229 Parkway Drive, Suite 200, Hanover, MD 21076. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258, or Jesse Myers at 443-381-4436, or jesse.myers@maryland.gov

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.



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View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here.
Apply via Paper Application. You may also download and complete the Paper Application here.

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