Business Manager - Job ID 86703

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

** Employees may telework up to 50% or more, depending on the position and the needs of the division. Employees who live 50 miles or more from their permanent work location may be allowed to telework more than 50% with approval from the division director. **

This position provides senior management and leadership to the State Fire Marshal division (SFM) as the Business Manager and fiscal manager for SFM. This position is a member of the SFM senior management team and provides leadership, planning and direction for the SFM overall. This position oversees an annual budget of over $20 million and provides oversight for the following business functions: fleet management, administrative/clerical functions and grant management. Supervisory responsibilities include hiring, directing, discipline, performance evaluation and training for supervisory staff managing the business functions. Along with budget planning for the division, this position is responsible for the day to day fiscal updates with DPS Fiscal and Accounting Services and will work closely with the accounting officer assigned to SFM.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Five* (5) years advanced professional, progressive experience in accounting, business administration or related work area.

Professional work experience should also include all of the following:

• Strong knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and standards, including GAAP and fund accounting.
• Knowledge of functions, procedures, law, rules and regulations related to state government and financial management.
• Strong analytical and computer skills, including working with spreadsheets and preparing reports.
• Strong communications skills and ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Candidates will be further assessed on the following:

• Demonstrated leadership experience. Leadership experience can include experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead, or completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI or SLI), or comparable leadership program
• Experience establishing and maintaining effective communication and working relationships with employees and the public, communicating effectively between a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders, to collaboratively solve problems and manage change
• Ability to plan, budget, organize, supervise, and coordinate programs and personnel, to delegate, fix accountability, measure progress, evaluate results, and to initiate improvements

*Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or closely related field may substitute for one year of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or closely related field
2. Two (2) years of supervisory or demonstrated lead work experience
3. Knowledge and experience working in fire safety and prevention field
4. Familiarity with state systems such as SWIFT accounting and SEMA4
5. Experience with grant administration/management

Physical Requirements

Light: Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier materials with help from others, and moving and transporting light objects frequently. Even though the weights being moved and transported may be a negligible amount, a job in this category may require positioning self to move to a significant degree or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, includes the following components:

1) criminal history

2) reference check

3) driver's license check

Application Details

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Dama Abuta at dama.abuta@state.mn.us or 651-201-7387.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Dama Abuta at dama.abuta@state.mn.us.

About Public Safety Dept

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Company DescriptionWhen you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. We need diverse and talented individuals – like you – to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota.

Company Description

When you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. We need diverse and talented individuals – like you – to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota.