CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR II)

Benefits of Employment The Department of Social and Economic Mobility (DoSEM) offers a supportive public‑service work environment with competitive state government benefits, including flexible work schedules, telework/hybrid work options, and opportunities for career growth, training, and advancement. As a Maryland state employer, DoSEM also provides comprehensive health and retirement benefits, generous leave (including parental leave), and access to additional employee programs, along with ample free parking at its Crownsville, MD office. Grade 24 Location of Position 100 Community Place, Crownsville, MD 21032 Main Purpose of Job The Chief Financial Officer directs and executes the administrative and fiscal operations of DoSEM. The role oversees budgeting, financial management, procurement, contracts, and administrative functions for the Executive units of the Department to ensure efficient operations and compliance with applicable laws and policies. As a strategic partner to the Department’s leadership, the Administrative Director strengthens internal processes, supervises administrative staff, and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to support its mission and responsible stewardship of public resources. The incumbent will manage the development and administration of all aspects of the budget and financial analysis of DoSEM. Responsibilities Strategic Budget Development & Financial Management: Direct the comprehensive development, administration, and execution of the agency’s annual budget. Analyze financial trends, project expenditures, and create formal budget documents—including deficiencies, supplementals, and budget amendments—to align spending plans with agency objectives and Governor-level priorities. Executive Fiscal Oversight & Compliance: Oversee all departmental fiscal operations, ensuring strict compliance with State regulations and GAAP standards. Review and approve complex financial transactions posted to agency ledgers, authorize the release of transactions to fiscal control agencies, and direct the annual fiscal year‑end closeout. Strategic Leadership & Executive Advisory: Serve as a primary financial advisor to the Secretary, Chief of Staff, and other executive leadership. Translate complex fiscal data into strategic recommendations regarding internal policies, operational efficiencies, budgetary reallocations, and public resource stewardship. Cross‑Agency Liaison & High‑Level Interfacing: Act as the agency’s primary representative to external fiscal control bodies, including the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), the Department of Legislative Services, and the Comptroller of Maryland. Lead agency attendance at DBM budget meetings to defend operating changes and convey critical financial reporting. Procurement Oversight & Divisional Management: Provide high‑level oversight of procurement activities, ensuring all purchasing documentation adheres to State regulations. Coordinate critical procurement actions between Information Technology, agency leadership, and the Chief of Staff, while providing managerial supervision, training, and performance direction to administrative and fiscal staff. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field. Experience: Ten (10) years of professional experience in financial management, public budgeting, or fiscal operations management. Two (2) years of this experience must have included direct supervisory or managerial responsibility over technical, professional, or administrative staff. Two (2) years of this experience must have been performed within a government agency (State, federal, or local) or a complex public‑sector environment, including developing budget submissions, managing year‑end fiscal closeouts, and interpreting/applying government procurement or fiscal regulations. All experience requirements may be gained concurrently within the total five‑year window. Preferred Qualifications Advanced State of Maryland Fiscal & Budgetary System Experience: At least three (3) years of professional experience utilizing State of Maryland financial and budgetary control systems (such as FMIS/RSTARS or equivalent agency fiscal control accounting systems) to create budget amendments, deficiencies, and supplemental budget documents. High‑Level Executive Advisory & Procurement Coordination Experience: At least two (2) years of experience analyzing agency spending plans to advise executive leadership (e.g., Cabinet‑level Secretaries or Chiefs of Staff) on financial matters, alongside direct experience coordinating complex procurement processes and verifying funds availability. Equal Opportunity Employer As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. DoSEM values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country and welcomes them to apply. The Maryland Department of Social and Economic Mobility (DoSEM) does not provide H-1B Visa sponsorship at this time. Applying candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will provide documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. upon hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Maryland