Chief Budget Office

MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION • Jefferson City, MO

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide leadership and direction for Budget section within the Administration branch.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience in management or related areas, three (3) years which must have been in a supervisory and/or administrative capacity.
• Knowledge of Missouri state government and legislative process.
• Ability to use office equipment, such as copier, phone, fax machine, scanner, and computer.
• Advanced Finance and Accounting knowledge.
• Ability to coordinate administrative and management activities to achieve Branch and Department goals.
• Ability to give overall guidance and direction to the Branch staff to assure their programs are properly carried out in achieving an efficient and productive operation.
• Ability to evaluate and analyze Branch programs and develop recommendations for improvement.
• Ability to plan and project future operating needs in regard to buildings, staffing and program changes.
• Ability to resolve conflicts and work effectively with others.
• Ability to exercise judgement and initiative in interpreting Department and Branch policies and procedures and in delegating responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with local, state and federal agency personnel and civic leaders.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with public, private and parochial educational groups, community leaders, youth leaders, counterparts in other states and Department personnel.
• Holds self and team accountable for safety, conduct, performance, professional development, and public engagement.
• Models and upholds the Department’s Code of Conduct, ensuring professional and ethical behavior.
• Motivates, coaches, and develops team members to achieve organizational goals and maximize performance.
• Applies strategic thinking, planning, budgeting, and conservation business principles to decision-making.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Department policies, procedures, and supervisory responsibilities.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement, analyzes root causes, and implements effective solutions.
• Gives and receives constructive feedback while providing timely coaching and support.
• Sets clear SMART objectives, provides resources, and empowers teams to take ownership of results.
• Balances operational efficiency with effective staff management to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Collaborates across diverse perspectives, communicates clearly, and fosters a culture of innovation, accountability, organizational values, and talent development.
• Demonstrates strategic vision by understanding the long-term direction of the Department and Branch, aligning priorities and values, and communicating a clear path toward achieving program goals.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.), Certified Internal Auditor (C.I.A.), or Certified Government Financial Manager (C.G.F.M.) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate staff responsible for, but not limited to, Internal Expenditure Plan, Executive budget, financial reporting, program review and revenue accounting.
• Develop, forecast, and report cashflow projections of department funds for decision making and budgeting.
• Analyze, report, and present annual and monthly Financial Summary to the Conservation Commission.
• Generate reports, charts, graphs, and presentations of the Mid-Year and Year-End Financial reviews and budget recommendations to the Conservation Commission.
• Track and manage the executive budget through the process of submission, Governor recommendations, Legislative appropriation process, and expenditures.
• Monitor short-term and long-term financial trends to assure a stable financial position.
• Oversee financial estimates of fiscal note processes that impact MDC revenues & expenditures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Compensatory time in lieu of cash payments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager