Assistant Budget Manager (15234, Grade 26)

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The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission
Largo, MARYLAND, United States
68912 - 122285 USD / Year
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Description The Prince George’s County Planning Department of The Maryland National-Capital Park and Planning Commission is seeking an Assistant Budget Manager to work collaboratively with the Department’s Budget Manager. The Department provides land use planning for the physical development of Prince George’s County, Maryland. As the second most populous county in Maryland, Prince George’s has a population of approximately 900,000 residents with 15 Metro Rail Stations and is home to the University of Maryland at College Park, National Harbor, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, and a world class parks and recreation system. Prince George’s County has 27 municipalities, from rural to urban communities, with a land area of approximately 500 square miles. If you are interested in working for the Prince George’s County Planning Department, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Assistant Budget Manager position.Salary is commensurate with education and experience.Curious about what makes us different? Explore our world and see why we’re a great place to grow your career – check us out at:Examples of Important DutiesThe ideal candidate will work very closely with the Department’s Budget Manager to analyze, prepare, monitor, and allocate annual operating budgets; assist in the forecast analysis, review, and preparation of timely accurate monthly reports; manage year-end activities; prepare detailed budget charts, tables, and spreadsheets for a variety of budgetary analysis; provide financial advice and guidance to division staff; and provide high level special project coordination for the Budget Manager.This position will also serve as a liaison with the Corporate Finance and Budget Offices. In addition, the Assistant Budget Manager will provide financial assistance, advice and guidance to the Planning Department’s divisions in matters related to procurement and budget, including developing and conducting training for Department staff to ensure programmatic compliance. This is a professional position that provides advice and counsel regarding policies and procedures, conducts audits and makes recommendations to Budget Manager and Departmental Executive Staff.The Assistant Budget Manager will also be charged with administering and consulting on the execution of Department contracts, as well as managing Department cash funds, and an employee fund. The selected candidate will primarily support the Planning Department Budget Manager and will be required to act in her absence.Minimum Qualifications 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Finance, Business or any related field.
2. Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resource Management,
finance or any related field.
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total 8 years.Preferred Education and Experience * Minimum of six (6) years’ accounting or budgeting experience in a government or non-profit organization.

  • Received formal budget training from a higher learning institution or professional organization.
  • Skilled in the development of PowerPoint presentations; proficient in the use of Outlook, Word, and Excel software; and ability to quickly learn new computer programs especially pertaining to financial management.
  • Experience in auditing petty cash or other cash handling and management responsibilities.
  • Ability to identify and correct mathematical and accounting errors.
  • Experience in working with confidential data.
  • Ability to work independently, accept responsibility, make decisions, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate through effective written and verbal communication skills.

Supplemental Information Classification Specification: Administrative Specialist IIIWhy Prince George’s Planning?Amenities:

  • Telework opportunities
  • Flexible schedules
  • Onsite fitness center
  • Complimentary access to M-NCPPC gymnasiums throughout Prince George’s County
  • Free parking is available for employees
  • Professional development opportunities/Tuition assistance
  • Positions may qualify for federal student loan forgiveness assistance

The M-NCPPC offers a competitive salary range of $68,912 to $122,285 (salary is commensurate with education and experience) at the Administrative Specialist III level with excellent benefits including generous leave, extensive health coverage, deferred compensation plan, and employee pension plan.The Prince George’s County Planning Department is conveniently located in Largo, Maryland, near Metro and I-495.May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selection Services Unit at the time of application at 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION2025 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES
The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.Retirement Programs

  • Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) – Plan E excludes FOP members.

Plan Employee Contribution
Plan C 9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)
Plan E 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.

  • Deferred Compensation ICMA-RC 457 plan (Optional)
  • Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)

Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.

  • Medical

  • Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan – (15%)

  • UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) – (20%)

  • UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) – (20%)

  • Prescription – CVS Caremark – (15%)

  • Dental – Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO – (20%)

  • Vision – EyeMed – (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)

  • Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.

Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)

  • Medical Account – Maximum annual contribution: $3,200
  • Dependent Care Account – Maximum annual contribution: $5,000

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)

  • Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
  • Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month

Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

  • Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)

  • Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
  • Automatic coverage with opt-out provision

Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

  • Supplemental – 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
  • Spouse/Dependent Combination – $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000

Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)

  • Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
  • Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
  • Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member

Leave Programs

  • Annual: 15 days per year
  • Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
  • Sick: 15 days per year
  • Holidays: 11 days per year

Other Benefits

  • Credit Union
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Legal Services Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Work-Life Program

For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission’s Health and Benefits Office at or 301-454-1694.

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