Business Officer I

Position Overview Agency: Dept of Agriculture, Consumer Services Division Agriculture Consumer Service Job Classification Title: Business Officer I (NS) Position Number: 60012487 Grade: NC14 Organization: The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees. Job Summary The Budget Officer supports the mission of the Plant Industry Division by managing and assisting with core administrative functions, including budget and financial management, cooperative agreements and grants, human resources, supervision of support operations, and general program administration. Key Responsibilities Managing budgeting, grants & contracts, cooperative agreements, HR functions, and purchasing. Representing the Division on fiscal matters and advising the Division Director and other section leaders on budget‑related policies and procedures. Assisting the Division Director in strategic planning, program development, and implementation across all Division programs. Managing all human resources activities and related policies for the Division. This position currently supervises an Administrative Specialist II, a Purchasing Coordinator, and a Maintenance/Construction Unit Supervisor along with their respective teams. Serve as Acting Division Director in the absence of the Director or other key leadership staff. Recruiter Information Recruiter: Lori Lynnette Reed – View email address on click.appcast.io Qualifications Recruitment Range: $52,592 – $74,000 Intermediate knowledge of accounting practices and procedures. Intermediate knowledge in the management of cooperative agreements, contracts and grants. Knowledgeable in state personnel policies and procedures. Experience supervising employees. Experience in the state accounting system (NCFS), Fiori, Integrated HR‑Payroll System (Beacon), Grant Solutions, Ez Fed, WebGt or Workday systems at the manager level. Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in personnel, budgeting, research or administrative management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Equity and Diversity Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr Agriculture & Consumer Services