What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Coordinator position at State of New Mexico?
29.58 - $47.33 Hourly
61,531 - $98,449 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 75
Posting Details
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
All positions at the Public Education Department are based in Santa Fe however some may operate through our Albuquerque office based on home address and space availability.
MISSION : EQUITY, EXCELLENCE AND RELEVANCE - The New Mexico Public Education Department partners with educators, communities, and families to ensure that ALL students are healthy, secure in their identity, and holistically prepared for college, career, and life.
VISION : ROOTED IN OUR STRENGTHS - Students in New Mexico are engaged in a culturally and linguistically responsive educational system that meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of ALL students.
The Office of Special Education will provide supports to districts, parents and SWDs to ensure outcomes of a free appropriate public education for students protected under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). We will review data to make decisions that will impact support for SWDs to meet college and career ready standards through equitable access to rigorous courses, high-quality instruction, and appropriate supports.
Why does the job exist?
The Financial Coordinator position in the Office of Special Education supports the fiscal requirements as required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Part B (IDEA-B) and State special education rules and regulations.
How does it get done?
Research and process MOE calculations for LEAs (20%)
- Running and reviewing LEA expenditure reports from OBMS. Reviewing calculations submitted by LEAs for accuracy and to ensure federal Maintenance of Effort (MOE) requirements are met. Informing LEAs when MOE is not met and seeking repayment as needed.
Assist in IDEA planning and fiscal allocations for sub-recipient awards (20%)
Assist with RFRs and BARs through OBMS (15%)
Support OSE management with the annual IDEA-B award for the US Department of Education (15%)
Assist in developing standard operating procedures (15%)
Prepare fiscal reports as needed (15%)
Any other actions as directed by the Director and Deputy Directors of the Office of Special Education.
Who are the customers?
Students with disabilities are the principle customers. Other stakeholders are local education agencies, internal customers including the New Mexico Public Education Department's Secretary of Education and the Governor.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the Financial Coordinator position will have financial analysis and monitoring experience or direct experience in this occupation.
Preferences :
1. Experience with federal grants and flowthrough of funds to other entities.
2. Experience conducting financial monitoring.
3. Proficient using Microsoft Office products.
4. Proficient using Operating Budget Management System (OBMS).
5. Proficient using the state data base, Nova.
6. Strong communicator (oral and written).
7. Familiarity with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Part B.
8. Highly skilled in Excel and Google Sheets.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration and five (5) years of directly related experience in budgeting, accounting, and / or auditing. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and / or direct experience in this occupation totaling nine (9) years may substitute for the required education and experience. For use at the State Investment Council only : any budgeting, accounting, and / or auditing experience is acceptable.
Substitution Table
These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position :
Education Experience Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 9 years of experience OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 9 years of experience 2 Associate's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 7 years of experience Associate's degree or higher in any field AND 9 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 5 years of experience 4 Master's degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 3 years of experience 5 PhD degree in the field(s) specified in the minimum qualification AND 1 year of experience
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico's Driver's License.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual / Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some sitting, standing, bending and reaching may be required. Some occasional travel is required for meetings and conferences.
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Agency Contact Information : Charlene Marcotte. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms / conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
Salary : $61,531 - $98,449
