Budget Specialist- Learning Support

Norfolk Public School District • Norfolk, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a technical position that involves the application of procedures to an assigned area of the Department of Budget and Grants Management as well as Learning Support, and requires a general understanding of accounting and budgeting practices. An employee in this class is principally responsible for ensuring compliance with the division’s payment and reimbursement policies. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Executive Director of Learning Support. After initial training, incumbents work independently, without detailed instructions, use independent judgment and initiative resolving problems and questions in their area(s) of expertise. New or unusual problems are to be fully researched and with their supervisor for guidance. This position is an advanced class in the budget series, as differentiated from the entry level (account clerk), the intermediate level (budget technician), and the professional level (budget analyst). Incumbents use specialized technical and analytical skills to complete assigned work.

Requirements

• Excellent computer skills.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and handle multiple assignments.
• Ability to exercise professional judgment.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle details accurately.
• Ability to work effectively and maintain composure under pressure of short deadlines.
• Proficient in documentation management, electronic and paper-based.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Graduation from high school or completion of a GED, considerable experience in performing technical accounting and budgeting work that involves account maintenance and financial reporting; or any combination of education and experience that provided the above noted knowledge, skill and ability.

Responsibilities

• Processes budget transfers in the Virginia Department of Education OMEGA system and in Norfolk Public Schools’ MUNIS financial system.
• Assists with position control management including updating position allocations in the system.
• Oversees the annual collection, tabulation of data, and reporting of Impact Aid program.
• Facilitates training to all end users on the district’s budget module.
• Provides guidance and training to schools and departments concerning budget policies, procedures, and controls.
• Provides quality customer service in assisting end users.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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