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Budget Director

Salary

$9,048.83 - $9,422.08 Monthly

Location

Denver Metro, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

3425147

Department

Colorado Department of Higher Education

Opening Date

07/18/2025

Closing Date

8/3/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

1600 Broadway St, Denver, CO 80202

Hiring Pay Rate

108,586-113,065

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

[email protected]

Type of Announcement

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

The Budget Director is responsible for budget and accounting-related issues for the Department of Higher Education and t he Colorado Commission on Higher Education (CCHE) . The Budget Director , under the leadership of the Chief Financial Officer, provides direction on the development of the Department’s annual budget request , funding recommendations for the public institutions of higher education , and on Departmental budget and fiscal issues. This position plays an integral role in budget development, external engagement, and internal collaboration.

S upervision E xercised

This position supervises three ( 3 ) employe e s : three ( 3 ) Budget and Policy Analyst s

S cope of R esponsibilities

This is a management position responsible for oversight of the Budget Office for the Department of Higher Education. Positions at this level are responsible for performing complex, specialized, and diverse work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibilities, which may include department budget administration, program evaluation , recommendation and implementation of policies, procedures, goals, objectives , priorities, and standards. The work's duties require considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines.

Description of Job

J ob D uties

The duties listed below reflect the different types of work that may be performed. The omission of any specific duty will not prevent the assignment of work that is appropriately related to this position.

+ Supervise members of the b udget s ervices team, continuously providing coaching and mentorship through annual evaluations and identification of growth and training opportunities that center the success of each team member

+ Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer and members of senior staff to develop the Department’s annual budget request

+ Oversee completion of annual finance surveys for external research partners. (e.g., NASSGAP , SHEEO , Hanover)

+ Serve as primary contact for the Office of State Planning and Budgeting ( OSPB ) and J oint Budget Committee (J BC ) staff in partnership with the Chief Financial Officer

+ Develop the distribution methodology to institutions of higher education of College Opportunity Fund (COF) and Fee for Service (FFS) funds/contracts

+ Collaborate with the l egislative team to respond to fiscal note requests

+ Collaborate with the Controller, under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, to build and maintain fiscally sound and responsible internal Department budget

+ Assists Chief Financial Officer in the creation, maintenance, oversight, and review of the state’s higher education funding formula

+ Create an annual indirect cost plan in partnership with the Department Controller and institutional Controller representative

+ Facilitate the CCHE Finance, Performance, and Accountability Committee meetings

+ Provide oversight of the f inancial a id functions at the Department , including annual review and approval of financial aid methodology and allocations

+ Coordinate completion of all OSPB and JBC requests, including Decision Items, Long Range Financial Plan, Requests for Information, Budget Data Books, and other requests

+ Oversee the completion of all b udget and f inance annual reports

+ Provide support to s enior s taff on finance-related presentations

+ Represent the b udget and f inance team at CCHE and other external meetings as needed

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Q ualifications

Education and Experience

Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying . A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in accounting, finance, economics, public policy, business administration, higher education, management or closely related field

Substitution: Four (4) years of experience in a related field can replace the education requirement of a bachelor’s degree

Experience:

Three (3) plus years of experience in the following areas:

+ Public policy development and implementation

+ State government or higher education institutional budget development, preparation, and execution

+ S upervision, including staff hiring, performance management, staff effectiveness, professional development and building team culture—including the development of personal and team-based long- and short-term goals

Licenses and Certifications:

+ N/A

Knowledge of:

+ Standard office practices, procedures, software and equipment, including the use of personal computers, telephones, Zoom, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Teams)

+ State statutes, rules and regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines

+ Colorado’s budget and legislative process, state finances, administration and allocation of funds, budget planning and management

+ Higher education institution financial issues, the Department’s statutory authority, policies, standards and constitutional authority as it relates to higher education

Ability to:

+ Work effectively in both independent and team situations

+ Manage sensitive issues and confidential information

+ Think critically and apply reasoning and analysis

+ Take the initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner

+ Communicate effectively, both written and verbally

+ Employ attention to technical detail and accuracy

+ Apply time management skills to prioritize work

+ Establish and maintain relationships with internal/external stakeholders

+ Read and interpret new and existing statutes to identify the impact of proposed legislation on the department

+ Build effective relationships with other state level partners including institutional Chief Financial Officers

+ Provide excellent customer service

Supplemental Information

Physical and Mental Standards (Hybrid Setting)

The physical and mental standards described here are representative of those that must typically be met by employees to perform the essential functions of this class successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ Frequently sit/stand at a desk for extended periods of time

+ Frequently move from one area/building to another and sit/stand during the course of a day/week/month for meetings

+ Occasionally may push or pull an object

+ Frequently use finger dexterity and operate a keyboard

+ Regularly lift 10 pounds and occasionally lift 25 pounds

+ Frequently use vision to read documents, view computer screens, and see close and distant objects

+ Frequently use speech and hearing to engage in conversation, in person, and over the telephone

If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquires to [email protected]

T ypical W orking C onditions

+ The employee typically works in a standard office environment where the noise level is moderate, and the office has controlled temperatures. Works a 40-hour work week, either remotely, hybrid , or in-office, depending on the arrangement met during employment with the supervisor during normal office hours of Monday– Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

+ Job duties may occasionally require working extended hours or hours outside of the regular schedule.

N otice

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The duties, expectations, and actions listed for this role may change at any time with or without notice.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Colorado Department of Higher Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resource Director at [email protected] or call 720.264.8575.

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