Capital Improvement Plan Financial Administrator Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/adams/jobs/newprint/5032219) Apply  Capital Improvement Plan Financial Administrator Salary $91,110.24 - $132,109.85 Annually Location Brighton, CO Job Type Regular Full-time Job Number 07126 Department Budget Division Budget Office Opening Date 08/05/2025 Closing Date 8/19/2025 4:30 PM Mountain Our Mission To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation. EEO Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic. Position classification Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference. + Description + Benefits + Questions What Success Looks Like In This Job To help plan, manage, coordinate, monitor, and implement the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the county. This position leads the Capital Projects Planning Committee including scheduling of meetings, preparing meeting agendas, leading meetings, building financial analysis tools for funding plans, and implementing Committee decisions for the project review process. This includes providing regular progress reports on capital projects to the Capital Projects Planning Committee and to the Board of County Commissioners upon request. This position also provides input into the county’s annual budget for the sustainability of county funds and may centrally oversee various department operating budgets. This employee must be comfortable preparing and presenting detailed CIP information to executives including County Commissioners, County Manager, Deputy County Managers and Directors. The anticipated hiring range for this role is $91,110.24 - $104,776.77 annually. The full salary range for this role is $91,110.24 - $132,109.85 annually. Examples of Duties for Success + Update and maintain reports to reflect most recent expenditures. + Work closely with department managers/ directors to ensure capital requests are done in a timely manner. + Work closely with personnel in the Budget & Finance Department to ensure proper accounting/classification of project expenditures. + Ability to forecast budgeted expenditures to ensure adequate funding is available from beginning to completion of capital project. + Ability to implement change management strategies, ensuring stakeholders and teams are trained and adjusted to any new capital planning processes. Perform financial due diligence, apply accounting procedures, and analyze data from multiple sources simultaneously. + Ability to balance big-picture goals and long-term forecasting with day-to-day oversight of cash flow, revenue, and expenditures to make well-informed decisions about emerging opportunities and areas for improvement. + Work with Budget & Finance and County Leadership to coordinate debt issuance, including Certificates of Participation and Bonds. Develop official statements and collaborate with rating agencies, municipal advisors, and bond counsel. Work with Accounting staff to track the expenditure of current debt issuance. + Work with the Budget Manager and/or Deputy Budget & Finance Director to determine timeframes for Capital Improvement Plan portal and budget entry. Qualifications for Success + In-depth knowledge of principles and practices of fund accounting and governmental budgeting. + In-depth knowledge of principles and methods of financial analysis in the public sector. + In-depth knowledge of Colorado local government budget law. + In-depth knowledge and skills with principles and methods of statistical analyses. + In-depth knowledge of capital project planning and development as it relates to the financial well-being of the county. + Expert design and development of a variety of financial reports, tools, and models. + Proficiency in methods used in financial or economic research for revenue forecasting purposes. + Expert in writing reports and presenting them clearly, using different types of media or verbal communication. + Computer Skills: + Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications with particular emphasis on experience/ability with Microsoft Excel. + Knowledge of JD Edwards is preferred. + Knowledge of Spreadsheet Server is preferred but not a prerequisite. + Knowledge of various reporting tools such as MS PowerPoint, MS Word, etc. + Knowledge of OpenGov Reporting & Transparency is preferred + Demonstrate exceptional communication skills by articulating complex financial concepts clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Utilize various media to convey information effectively and ensure that key messages are understood by diverse audiences. + Cultivate and maintain positive and harmonious working relationships with colleagues, department directors, elected officials, and other contacts made during the course of work. + Ability to analyze data and situations, develop solutions and alternatives, present them effectively, and successfully implement them. More Qualifications for Success + Experience: + Five (5) years of professional finance, budgeting, accounting, or related experience. + Three (3) years public sector/local government experience is required. + Three (3) years capital project analysis and/or management is required. + Education and Training: + Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field. + Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience on a year for year basis. + License or Certificate: None. + Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check. Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation. Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations. Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice! Benefits You Expect: + AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance + Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance + Deferred Compensation Plan + Dental/Vision/Medical Plans + Generous Vacation/Sick leave + Long-Term Disability + Retirement Plan + Short-Term Disability Plus some you might not expect: + Employee Assistance Program + Employee Fitness Center + Employee Health Clinics + Flexible Work Schedules + Recreation Center Discounts + Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs + Wellness programs + Lactation friendly certified workplace 01 Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position. + Yes, I understand and agree + Yes, I understand but disagree. 02 Please indicate how you meet best the minimum experience and education requirements for this role. + I have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field AND 5 years of professional finance, budgeting, accounting, or related experience. + I have a Master's degree in a related field AND 3 years professional finance, budgeting, accounting, or related experience. + None of the above 03 This role requires public sector or local government experience. Please indicate how you best meet this requirement. + I have a Bachelor's degree, as specified above, AND at least 3 years of public sector or local government experience. + I have a Master's degree, as specified above, AND at least 1 year of public sector or local government experience. + None of the above 04 This role requires capital project analysis and/or management experience. Please indicate how you best meet this requirement. + I have a Bachelor's degree, as specified above, AND at least 3 years of capital project analysis and/or management experience. + I have a Master's degree, as specified above, AND at least 1 year of capital project analysis and/or management experience. + None of the above 05 Can you describe your experience with long term capital improvement plan development, particularly in the context of financial management and budgeting? 06 How have you utilized financial analysis tools and methods in your previous roles to support decision-making and project management? Required Question Employer Adams County Address 4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213 Website http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email