Business Officer II Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

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Business Officer II

Salary $58,613.00 – $93,000.00 Annually Location Wake County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 25-07288 SEO60014881 Department Dept of Environmental Quality Division State Energy Office Opening Date 06/11/2025 Closing Date 6/25/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Job Class Title Business Officer II Position Number 60014881 Salary Grade

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Description of Work Are you passionate about a clean energy future and want to make a difference?
DEQ has an open opportunity for a Business Officer II. This is an anticipated vacancy. This position is expected to be available on June 14, 2025.
It is full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management. This position will manage the State Energy Office (SEO) budget activities, including purchase and contracts, grants management, and general administration. The position will develop and administer the SEO budget, ensuring adherence to State and Federal regulations. The SEO manages multiple budgets totaling approximately $550 Million across 15 programs over the next five years, depending on Federal grant funding.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the subject matter expert on fiscal activities, compliance with state and federal business standards and practices to include full cycle budget process, review of funding, creation of beginning year and close out requirements. Oversee grants financial administration and reporting. Provide assistance and consultation on policy, procedures, accounting and business systems, accounting and financial management principles to the SEO director and deputy director and identify fiscal issues for management review. Coordinate fiscal program execution with internal stakeholders including the general counsel, human resources, budget, purchasing and contracting, internal audit, and communications. Manage and lead a team, fostering a positive work culture in a fast paced and changing environment.

The DEQ State Energy Office:

The DEQ State Energy Office serves as the agent of energy planning and program development to ensure a sustainable energy future for the citizens of North Carolina. This Division provides services and technical expertise on energy efficiency, encourages the growth and development of the state’s energy economy, and works to increase the use of renewable energy and alternative fuels. The State Energy Office supports energy efficiency in public buildings by assisting North Carolina governmental units manage the use and cost of electricity, water, and other utilities in their facilities. The State Energy Office provides programs, services, and technical expertise for advancing energy efficiency, increasing alternative energy and fuel sources, providing educational opportunities for the public, state and local governments, universities, schools, and businesses, and working closely with other state agencies in responding to energy emergencies during natural disasters and supply interruptions.

The NC Department of Environmental Quality:

The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina’s environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public’s health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina’s needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state’s school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life. Please visit our website at the Department of Environmental Quality for more information. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

This position is located at:

Green Square Complex – 217 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27603 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are

REQUIRED

to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following: Demonstrated experience managing or revising budgets and/or allocating funds.
Demonstrated experience analyzing accounting and/or financial statements.
Demonstrated experience interpreting state or federal financial laws, regulations and/or guidelines.
Demonstrated experience supervising and/or managing staff. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or other discipline related to the area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of progressive related experience, two years of which should be in a supervisory role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Supplemental and Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. DEQ uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to their applications.
If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an official transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
If applicants earned a foreign degree, foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service, feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click “Application Status.” If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Malik Ragler at (919) 707-8328 and/or malik.ragler@deq.nc.gov. For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at (855) 524-5627. Employer
State of North Carolina
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