JOB
The Citrus County Department of Management and Budget is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as our next Management and Budget Director. As a trusted resource for the Board of County Commissioners, County Administration, Departments, and Constitutional Officers, the Management and Budget Department provides comprehensive financial and budgetary guidance across all areas of county government. Be a part of a welcoming, vibrant, and forward-thinking community where your expertise will help maintain and improve the quality of life for our residents. At Citrus County, we value integrity, service, and innovation, and we are looking for a leader who shares our vision for a fiscally responsible and thriving future.
The Management and Budget Director plans, directs the development, and supervises the operation, staff and activities of the Department of Management and Budget. The Director is responsible for preparing the County's Operating, Capital, and Enterprise Fund Budget in concert with the Administrator, under the criteria adopted by the Board of County Commissioners. This is a highly specialized and responsible administrative and managerial position responsible for planning, preparing, analyzing, reporting, monitoring, and forecasting budgets for the County in a manner consistent with mandated County budgetary procedures. This position is also responsible for timely report of financial information, purchasing/procurement, and the grant management section. This position is located in Lecanto, Florida.
Detailed information regarding the County’s benefits package and retirement offerings may be found here: 2025-26 Citrus EBH Booklet and myFRS.com
To learn more about Citrus County: Citrus County Government and Official Guide to Crystal River and Citrus County, Florida
Citrus County is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. More information can be found on the Federal Student Aid Website: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Supervises, plans, and coordinates work of assigned staff. Reviews and evaluates employee performance and completes performance evaluations. Counsels staff and initiates commendations or disciplinary action when appropriate.
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Provides assistance and advice to departments regarding budget formulation, program operations and control of appropriations.
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Evaluates department supplemental budget requests for need, appropriateness, and fiscal impact, and prepares recommendations for administrative review.
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Develops and maintains mechanism to monitor and control expenditures and other operating expenses.
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Maintains historical revenue and expenditure cost data.
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Complies with "Truth in Millage" guidelines.
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Develops long-range programs, five-year capital budgets, and budget forecasting models.
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Develops and interprets fiscal and accounting policies.
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Assesses the impact of the Capital Improvement Plan on the operating budget.
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Prepares official documents for tax and budget certification.
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Conducts research on issues that may impact the financial standing of the County.
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Assists with the County Administrator's budget presentation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC).
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Assists in the preparation of mandated advertisements and documentation required for public hearings and the adoption of the final budget by County Commission.
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Reviews department budget transfers.
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Directs the activities and policies/procedures of the Purchasing section.
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Attends Board of County Commission meetings, community meetings and public hearings, and other meetings as assigned by the County Administrator.
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Coordinates internal audit function with the Clerk's Office.
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Makes oral presentations when required.
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Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
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Performs other duties as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PLEASE REVIEW THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ON POSTING AND COMMUNICATE HOW YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED. Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess qualifications. Selected applicants will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job. The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application/resume will be an important consideration in the screening process. Relevant experience that is not gained through work experience should be explained in the additional information section of the application.
Must successfully pass a criminal background check, pre-employment physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.
Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.
