What are the responsibilities and job description for the Budget Manager position at Prince George's County, MD Government?
Nature and Variety of Work
Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
The Prince George's County Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Budget Manager position, grade G33 in the FD Administrative Services Command.
About the Position:
This is an executive level, professional position, whereby the incumbent is responsible for forecasting, providing research, recommendations, and guidance to the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chiefs and department groups, in the areas of Budget, Finance/Accounting, Payroll, Contracts, Grants, Emergency Transport Billing and related matters.
About the Agency:
The mission of the Prince George’s County Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department is to serve our communities with excellence by providing the highest quality of risk reduction, fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical, and all-hazards response services to enhance the quality of life in Prince George’s County.
Examples of Work
Directs the planning, development, and management of the Departmental budget;
Supervises personnel, processes, and programs in the Fiscal Affairs Office;
Coordinates timely preparation of the annual operating budget and related reports;
Oversees the Department's purchasing card program in coordination with the Office of Central Services, County policy, and Department Standard Operating Procedures;
Reviews Collective Bargaining Agreements
Prepares accurate studies, surveys, reports, memorandums, and letters as required by the Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chief.
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Public or Business Administration, or related field.
Three (3) years' experience in all areas of Finance/Accounting.
Five (5) years or more management-level experience in all areas of Finance/Accounting
Three (3) years of supervisory experience
Two (2) years of experience using SAP Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
Work experience within a Public Safety environment.
Experience in organizational department planning, emphasizing quality, continuous improvement, employee retention/high performance, and department-wide communications.
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.
EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Additional Information
Job Location:
9201 Basil Court Largo, MD 20774
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Upon selection, the candidate must:
- Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
- Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
- May be required to successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
- Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
General Plan Information:
New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.
Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
- Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 hours, per week)
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance Program
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Retirement Benefits
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
- Supplemental Pension Plan
- Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
- 457(b)
- 403(b)
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits
- Critical Illness
- Whole Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Services
For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits
