Director of Business Operations (Public Service Manager II) - 0251 (Augusta)
State of MaineAbout the role
Location: Augusta,Maine,United States
DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS OPERATIONS
(PUBLIC SERVICE MANAGER II)
Opening Date:
August 14, 2024
Closing Date:
September 04, 2024
Location:
Augusta
Position #:
00300-0251
Position Type:
Permanent Full Time
Class Code:
MA30
Grade/Salary:
Grade 30 (Confidential) - $71,843.20 - $101,587.20 Per Year
The Department of Marine Resources is seeking to fill a vacancy for a Director of Business Operations (Public Service Manager II) in Augusta.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a senior management position in the agency, responsible for oversight of development, implementation and compliance with the Department’s financial and administrative functions and advising the Commissioner’s office on these matters.
The position is responsible for:
- Development, implementation and compliance with biennial budgets and annual work programs.
- Continuous monitoring of bureau finances and providing guidance on fiscal and administrative strategic planning.
- Strategic development and oversight of agency financial systems, funds and grants, including controls and reporting.
- Development, implementation and compliance of/with agency policies related to safety, training, facilities and equipment management, IT resources and travel.
- Managing critical relationships with all central service agencies of the State (including the Natural Resources Service Center).
- Managing and overseeing agency staff handling procurement, contracts, and fixed asset management.
The successful applicant will be a strategic and solution-oriented thinker, strong supervisor of an established team, an effective communicator, and able to work with a diverse range of people.
* Limited telework opportunities may be possible for this position subject to management approval.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A six (6) year combination of education/experience in Business Management, Public Administration, or other directly related field to include four (4) years of program management experience in financial or budget management. Related experience and/or training may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in state government in a managerial or strategic role related to administrative or financial/budget functions.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "APPLY" button below along with uploading a Cover Letter, and current Resume. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your Resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
If you can't apply online and you require a paper application, please download and print one here: https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with a Cover Letter and Resume, before the closing date, to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155. Please be sure that the title, and position number, of the job you are applying for is included.
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No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96-$13,172.88 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the
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