Job Description

Job ID 3032065

Location Bismarck, ND Salary Range From 9939.00 To 9939.00 Monthly Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular FLSA Status Administrative

North Dakota Department of Transportation

Financial Management Division, Bismarck, ND

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Are you ready to make a real impact? The North Dakota Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our team. This is your chance to play a vital role in creating safe, efficient, and innovative transportation solutions that serve communities across our state. We uphold the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence in everything we do. If you're seeking a rewarding career with purpose, we encourage you to apply today!

NDDOT Starting Salary: $9,939 / month

The Assistant Chief Financial Officer provides day-to-day operational leadership for the Financial Management Division, overseeing accounting, budgeting, and procurement functions. This role supports a collaborative and inclusive team culture by setting clear expectations, encouraging open communication, and providing ongoing coaching and development for staff.

Youll serve as the Chief Financial Officer in the CFOs absence and play an active role in strategic planning, budgeting, revenue forecasting, cash management, and legislative activities. This position partners closely with leadership and external stakeholders to ensure strong financial stewardship and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the Financial Management Division by setting goals, aligning work with the agencys strategic plan, and supporting staff training and professional development

Foster open, collaborative communication across the division

Direct agency accounting activities and ensure compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations

Oversee agency procurement and budgeting functions, including making final decisions on non-routine procurement matters

Serve as Chief Financial Officer in the CFOs absence

Support legislative activities, including preparing testimony and representing the department at legislative hearings

Develop Emergency Commission requests and participate in Emergency Commission and Legislative Budget Section hearings

Coordinate and manage relationships with external entities reviewing or examining the agencys financial activities

Minimum Qualifications

To succeed in this role, youll be a confident leader and problem solver with strong critical thinking and collaboration skills. Youre able to guide a finance team, support sound decision-making, and help drive budget and financial management strategies.

Bachelors degree in accounting, business administration, or a closely related field

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification Six years of professional accounting experience, including at least three years in a supervisory role Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process, criminal history check, and a verifiable record of satisfactory performance in previous employment.

About Team ND

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Application Procedures

Submit an application at by 11:59 P.M. Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date. Application materials, including resume and cover letter, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties.

Candidates will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews. Application materials, including resumes and attachments, are not considered in the 100-point candidate questionnaire. Applicants must provide detail in their responses to the questionnaire.

Applicants who experience technical difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290. For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact the DOT Talent Acquisition Team, at dot.recruiter@nd.gov or (701) 328-2651.

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NDDOT does not provide sponsorships.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. 23-12-10.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work

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