Budget Manager II

AgencyNC State Highway Patrol

Division NC State Highway Patrol Job Classification Title Budget Manager II (NS)
Position NumberGradeNC
23

About UsThe North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible. The NCSHP has more than 1,600 troopers who cover nearly 80,000 miles of North Carolina roadways, more than any other state except Texas. In addition to enforcing the state's traffic laws, state troopers also guide traffic during hurricane evacuations, re-route traffic around hazardous chemical spills, and they stand ready should any act of terrorism occur.

State Troopers are committed to protecting North Carolina's motoring public.

Description of Work North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) Fiscal Unit is seeking a Budget Manager II to serve as the Section Lead for the Agency budget management section. Position will provide strategic leadership and oversight for the department's budget planning, fiscal management, and administration of approximately $260 million to include the Agency's annual operating budget.

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** Internal State Government Posting – Only current permanent and temporary NC State Government and/or University employees or layoff candidates with the State of North Carolina eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by G.S. 126 may apply.
** Salary Range: $81,620-$159,158 Salary Grade: NC23

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Click here to see the Total Compensation Calculator This position is located at:512 N. Salisbury Street Raleigh, NC 27610

Key Responsibilities Leads and develops a professional budget analyst team; directs statewide budget development and management processes; ensures compliance with state and federal requirements; provides fiscal analysis, forecasting, and advisory services to SHP Chief Financial Officer (CFO and to SHP Senior Leadership; and manages communication with internal and external stakeholders including OSBM and the Fiscal Research Division.

Ensures systems, structures, tools, and policies exist to support effective, transparent, and compliant budgeting practices; oversees quantitative financial modeling and data analysis; and leads cross‑functional initiatives to mitigate financial risks, resolve fiscal issues, and support successful agency operations.

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

Thorough knowledge of state and federal budgeting principles, processes, and requirements.

Strong analytical skills including fiscal modeling, forecasting, and interpreting complex financial data.

Ability to manage statewide budget development, execution, and compliance functions.

Proficiency in financial systems, data tools, and reporting technologies used in state budgeting.

Strong leadership and supervisory skills to develop, coach, and evaluate professional staff.

Ability to manage complex and time sensitive budgeting cycles and legislative processes.

Excellent communication skills for coordination with OSBM, Fiscal Research, internal leadership, and other stakeholders.

Ability to implement fiscal policy, improve budget systems, and ensure compliance across the organization.

Position/Physical Requirements Typical work schedule:
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm

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Qualified recommended applicant(s) must undergo and successfully pass:

Criminal Background Investigation Drug Screening Test Be sure to complete the application in full. Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to…