Fiscal Liaison & Support Section Supervisor

Overview

Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Fiscal Liaison & Support Section Supervisor. This position coordinates and oversees a range of professional services related to state and federal transportation project funding, development and implementation of fiscal plans and program objectives, project obligation and management, grant management, contracts, and program oversight. This position reports to the Appropriations Management Bureau Chief and supervises 8 employees.

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit the MDT website.

• Coordinate and oversee professional services related to state and federal transportation project funding.
• Develop and implement fiscal plans and program objectives.
• Manage project obligation, grants, contracts, and program oversight.
• Supervise staff and report to the Appropriations Management Bureau Chief.

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”

• 4 years of accounting, budget or related fiscal experience.
• 1 year of supervision or team lead experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
• Alternative combinations of related experience and education may be considered, such as 8 years of related experience and 1 year of supervisory or team lead experience.

• Ability to apply expert, comprehensive, advanced knowledge of the theory, principles, practices and techniques of fiscal management.
• Knowledge and skillful application of concepts, principles, practices, and requirements relative to government finance, accounting, cost accounting, budgeting, and auditing.
• Ability to develop and establish professional working relationships with other Department and state agency staff, internal and external stakeholders, and customers.

• The successful candidate must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment.
• The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at .
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Sponsorship for work authorization is generally not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.