Indigent Defense Services Budget Manager

• Knowledge of:  principles and practices of public administration of governmental budgeting and accounting; the organization financial structure, accounting and budgeting systems and financial policies of the State of North Carolina; the Judicial Branch and operations; the political and legislative structures of North Carolina; statistical methods, data analysis, and computer hardware and software applications to be used in the fiscal process.
• Ability to:  plan, organize, monitor, and present data statistics and in making accurate projections; communicate and work effectively with officials, division heads, and other state agency representatives in the development and implementation of budgets and grants; and write narratives to accompany budget documents related to grants and special funds.
• Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
  • Graduation from a four-year college or university and five (5) years' experience in business administration, public administration, or related field, preferably in governmental accounting or budgeting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Management prefers candidates with competence in analytical problem-solving skills, budgeting processes, and independent decision-making experience.  Knowledge of budgeting or statistical practices and principles and data analysis preferred.  Management also prefers candidates with active experience in the legislative budget development process, budget execution, and budget supervision.  Must have working knowledge of computer software used in financial processes, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, North Carolina Financial System (NCFS), Beacon, and Integrated Budge Information System (IBIS).