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Workers' Compensation Board
Business Manager I - Anticipated Vacancy
Opening Date: August 6, 2026
Closing Date: August 20, 2026
Grade/ Admin Unit: 21/ Supervisory
Job Class Code:0041
Salary:$ 47,070.40 - $66,456.00/Annually
Position Number:029000340
Telework: Partial/ Hybrid, with management approval, upon completion of probationary period.All telework must beperformedin the State of Maine.
Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
This is professional services work of a managerial nature in directing support functions such as fiscal control, personnel management, and support services within an agency or institution. Responsibilities include budget and work program preparation and execution, cost analysis, policy and procedure review, and new position or personnel acquisition. Supervision is exercised over professional, technical, and clerical employees. Work is performed under limited supervision.
REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:
- Plans, organizes, assigns, and directs the work activities of subordinate staff in order to facilitate attainment of unit work goals and ensure consistent application of policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Confers with and counsels subordinate staff in order to exchange information; explain work policies, procedures, and guidelines; and identify and solve work related problems.
- Manages unit operations and programs in order to establish operational priorities, coordinate operations with other functions, and ensure program objectives and standards are established and attained.
- Determines and requests staff, material, and equipment needed to support operations and programs managed in order to contribute to the formulation and justification of budgetary requests.
- Coordinates accounting functions in order to ensure fiscal transactions are properly recorded.
- Compiles fiscal data in order to assemble operating budget.
- Negotiates leases, agreements, or contracts in order to obtain facilities and/or services.
- Writes reports and financial statements in order to provide information on financial status and program activities.
- Analyzes operational and financial conditions in order to recommend improvements in policies and procedures.
- Analyzes and monitors spending trends in order to determine sufficiency of funds to meet program expenses.
- Implements and complies with human resource laws, policies, procedures and practices such as: AA/EEO, recruitment, employment, position classification, performance appraisals, training, discipline, contract administration, human resource components of security protocols of agency information security and confidentiality policies, and employee safety.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of general accounting.
- Knowledge of business management.
- Knowledge of office management procedures and practices.
- Knowledge of personnel management.
- Knowledge of budgeting.
- Knowledge of employee training and development.
- Ability to supervise subordinate personnel.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to write clearly and effectively.
- Ability to plan, assign, and direct the work of others.
- Ability to initiate, implement, and evaluate administrative procedures.
- Ability to use a personal computer or computer terminal.
- Ability to use applicable computer programs.
- Knowledge of state accounting procedures.
- Knowledge of auditing.
- Knowledge of Department policies, procedures, and programs.
- Knowledge of inventory control.
- Knowledge of state purchasing procedures.
- Knowledge of State civil service law and rules.
- Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements.
- Knowledge of cost accounting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelors Degree in Business/Public Administration, Accounting, Economics, or related field -AND- two (2) years experience in business management, accounting, personnel management, or related field. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Pleasesubmita cover letter along with a current resumeand three (3) professional references.
In order forus to properlydetermineif you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
The selected candidate willbe requiredto pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may berequired) as a condition of employment.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Balance– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave,and3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays85%-100%of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costsfor you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receiveforty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave.Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
Note: Benefits may varysomewhat accordingto specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There'sa job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicantsdemonstratejob requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
Ifyou’relooking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do,we’dlove to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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