CDOC Budget Analyst II - Clinical Budget Manager (COLORADO SPRINGS)

State of Colorado • Denver, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Budget Analyst II provides fiscal oversight and reporting to the Budget Office, CDOC Clinical Management, Behavioral Health Administrators, and facility Health Services Administrators. The position reviews and directs expenditures in accordance with procurement, personnel, and fiscal rules and supports clinical operations budget management and financial analysis related to healthcare consumables, durable goods, and vendor services. It is based at CDOC Headquarters in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and the posting may be used to fill future vacancies at that location.

Requirements

• Six years of professional experience in budget analysis, budget development and implementation, policy development and implementation, or public- or private-sector management or administration involving budget formulation, execution, and analysis; qualifying education and experience substitutions are described in the posting.
• Alternatively, a current, valid CPA license issued by the Colorado Board of Accountancy may substitute for the degree requirement and two years of experience.
• Knowledge of healthcare or clinical budgeting.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes for medical goods and services.
• Ability to lead, train, and support administrative staff in a clinical environment.
• Ability to develop professional relationships and foster strategic partnerships.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills.
• Critical thinking, complex problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Self-directed and motivated work ethic.
• Strong organization, planning, and prioritization skills; attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret complex rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to multitask and demonstrate flexibility.
• Proficiency with position-related office technologies, including Microsoft Office, and ability to quickly learn financial software systems.
• Ability to read and comprehend English and communicate fluently in English verbally and in writing.
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain-language guidelines.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and meet the stated requirements for operating a state vehicle.
• Must have valid U.S. work authorization; H-1B sponsorship is not available.
• Must meet the stated background, medical screening, drug testing, and other conditions of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with clinical, healthcare, or medical program budgeting, budget analysis, and detailed reconciliation.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in finance, business, business management, accounting, public administration, criminal justice, or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of the Colorado State Procurement Code and State Fiscal Rules.
• Experience with the Colorado Operations Resource Engine (CORE) system.
• Familiarity with accounts payable policies and procedures.
• Relevant years of state budgeting or accounting service.

Responsibilities

• Analyze requisitions to determine appropriate procurement methods and apply fiscal rules to prevent violations.
• Review and approve RQS and SRQ documents in the Colorado Operations Resource Engine (CORE) system.
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual budget reports on operating and personal services allocations to management.
• Develop ad hoc reports using CORE, analyze the resulting data, identify trends, and prepare projections to support management spending decisions.
• Oversee and manage the credit card program, including assisting with applications, recommending spending limits, training cardholders on fiscal responsibilities, auditing transactions, and providing corrective feedback.
• Facilitate appropriate stakeholder access to and use of financial tools and reporting systems.
• Provide customer service to vendors and internal stakeholders, including processing inmate banking transactions and Canteen orders as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PERA defined benefit or defined contribution retirement plans, plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
• Medical and dental health plans.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid life insurance.
• 11 paid holidays per year, plus vacation and sick leave.
• Wellness program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training opportunities.
• Career advancement opportunities throughout the state system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED