Montgomery County (MD)

Compensation

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Please note: The salary range above represents this position’s earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $98,662 to $$149,338 based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. • *** This position is open to Montgomery County Government employees only. **** WHO WE ARE MCPL has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. In order to support this vision, we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1 million diverse customers. Approximately 500 engaged and passionate staff provide services in 21 library locations and in community engagement using direct outreach and virtual assistance. MCPL is an open, inviting, and vital gateway to the information, ideas and enrichment that strengthens our county. A diverse, highly qualified staff continually assesses community needs and interests to support, encourage and inspire our customers. MCPL believes in the right of all to learn and to grow. We value intellectual freedom, accountability, quality service, diversity, fairness, professional ethics, integrity of information and respect for our customers, our community, and ourselves. We are a learning organization that functions openly by exploring new ideas and using the collective talent, knowledge, and creativity of employees at all levels. The Montgomery County Library System is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. MCPL values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. MCPL encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. As part of this commitment, MCPL provides reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Are you a strategic thinker with a strong background in finance, administration, and leadership? The Department of Public Libraries is seeking a Business Manager to lead its Business Office and oversee a broad range of administrative, financial, and operational functions. This position reports directly to MCPL's Assistant Director for Business Operations and works collaboratively with multiple County and State agencies. MCPL provides services to all ages from 21 full-service library facilities and the full-service library in the Montgomery County Correctional Facility. This service is provided to a majority/minority County of over 1 million residents. This is professional administrative work whose primary job is to provide oversight and leadership in the areas of budget, personnel administration and management for the Department of Public Libraries. The selected candidate is part of the library's executive administrative team. This manager coordinates the preparation of MCPL's annual budget and Capital Improvement Plan and oversees the planning and coordination of MCPL's participation in various State and Federal grant programs and contractual agreements. In addition, this position supervises and participates in the review of financial statements and prepares a variety of monthly, quarterly and annual personnel, financial and other special reports. • This position is open to Montgomery County Government employees only. • Lead the preparation, review, and presentation of the department’s operating, capital, and grant budgets. • Conduct cost-benefit analyses and make data-driven recommendations to department leaders and program managers. • Serve as a key liaison during budget presentations to department leadership, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and the County Council. • Oversee departmental administrative functions including finance, procurement, grants, payroll (MCtime), human resources, and major capital improvement projects (CIP). • Supervise and evaluate a team of seven professional and para-professional staff within Central Administration and Collection Management. • Manage revenue oversight, ensuring proper collection and allocation in coordination with the Department of Finance using Oracle systems. • Serve as a departmental liaison with multiple County and State agencies including OMB, Finance, DGS, TEBS, OCA, Procurement, OHR, and others. • Provide leadership and support in emergency operations as part of the department’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP); position is designated as mission critical. What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience in budget development, financial analysis, and public sector administration. • Strong leadership and team management skills. • Ability to interpret complex policies and effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders. • Experience with Oracle financial systems and government budget processes is highly desirable. • Skilled in navigating cross-departmental collaborations and balancing multiple high-level projects. Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in budget and/or financial management. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Finance, Business Administration, or Accounting is preferred. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.