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Our Commitment to Diversity

Open to all doesn’t just apply to our customers, it applies to our hiring practices as well. We put respect at the top of our values and that’s how we treat our candidates and employees. The Columbus Metropolitan Library is committed to equal employment opportunity and adheres to these principles in decisions regarding hiring. The Library does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based upon their sex, race, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, color, ancestry, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

At Columbus Metropolitan Library, we are striving to build a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve. Learn more about Our Employee Experience: https://www.columbuslibrary.org/careers/employee-experience/.

What We Offer: 

• A robust benefits package that supports your physical, mental, and financial well-being. 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to meet your healthcare needs. 
• A qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Access to mental health resources and employee assistance programs for your peace of mind. 
• Generous paid time off and leave options to balance your work and personal life. 
• Participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) and additional investment & savings plans. 
• A variety of voluntary and supplemental insurance plans to complement your lifestyle.

Comprehensive overview of our benefits: https://www.columbuslibrary.org/employee-benefits/

About the Position:

This position is responsible for leading the planning and development of Columbus Metropolitan Library’s (CML’s) annual budget, including the capital facilities plan. Prepares and presents monthly financial reports and analysis comparing actual results to budget. Leads and coordinates the preparation and analysis of CML’s Long Range Plan. Ensures compliance with laws, regulations, policies and procedures. 

Position Schedule - Monday-Friday - 8am-5pm

What You’ll Do:

• Coordinates and leads annual budget including developing the budget strategy and timeline.
• Develops budget documentation, training materials and conducts training sessions.
• Reviews and analyzes all budget requests against organizational priorities, department goals and objectives, capacity and available funds.
• Monitors and analyzes financial and performance information to support organizational level objectives and facilitate decision making.
• Holds quarterly department budget review meetings to analyze budget variances and prepare revised forecast.
• Responsible for the financial reporting for CML’s capital construction projects and administers the project budgets. Tasks include documenting project adjustments, analyzing costs and preparing financial reports in partnership with Capital Planning & Construction.
• Creates financial models and scenarios for strategic planning decisions in areas such as capital planning and levy planning.
• Develops the long-term financial forecast including documenting economic, revenue and expenditure projections, and assumptions. 
• Responsible for monitoring changes in revenue streams particularly property taxes and public library funds. Liaises with other government contacts as necessary.
• Partners with Human Resources to develop the workforce planning models and financial forecasts.
• Applies a working knowledge of applicable standards, laws and regulations and complies with policies and guidelines.
• Responsible for preparing and submitting required documentation (Tax Budget Request, Estimated Resources Certificate, Budget Resolution) to the Franklin County Budget Commission
• Drives continuous improvement and automation of systems and processes that support financial analysis and reporting.
• Maintains organization hierarchy of individual cost centers.
• Prepares the Annual Financial Summary.
• Responsible for managing multiple projects with cross-functional department impact and reporting responsibility. Effectively leads teams of multiple levels of staff in completing diverse projects. 
• Responsible for the hiring, orienting, motivating, coaching, managing and evaluating staff. Ensures optimal deployment of resources to achieve organizational goals, including delivery of the highest standard of teamwork and customer service. Serves as mentor to develop, engage and expand team member capacity. Sets individual performance measurements and holds staff accountable for results.
• Performs additional duties as assigned including special projects, serving on task forces, committees, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, from an accredited college or university preferably in Business, Finance or Accounting.
• Seven+ years of progressively more responsible budget and finance management experience.
• Experience in developing budgets.
• Experience with financial software programs and/or databases. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Familiarity with Management Accounting practices and strategies.
• Proven ability to analyze program data, prepare informative reports, and present findings.
• Commitment to recruiting, mentoring, training, and retaining a diverse team; the foresight and ability to delegate accordingly
• Keen analytic, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data strategically and translate insights into action, beyond basic reporting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data both verbally and in writing, including presentations to senior management, board of trustees, or other external partners.
• Ability to operate library technology including personal computer, email, software programs (i.e. Windows/Microsoft Office) and other job-related equipment and systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Focused on quality and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Team player that is self-motivated. 
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and organize workload. Works well in a fast-paced environment, independently under pressure, and highly responsive to business needs. Meets tight deadlines.
• Periodically drives to all Library locations; may travel for training and development assignments in and out of state, to vendor locations and state and federal agencies as needed. Driver’s license and personal vehicle required.

Positions Managed
This is a supervisory position.

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