Budget and Resource Management Flashcards
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A supervisor is asked to justify a budget request. Which element is MOST important to include?
Answer: A clear link between the requested funds and measurable outcomes
Connecting budget requests to measurable outcomes demonstrates accountability and increases the likelihood of approval.
Which term describes the practice of spending remaining budget funds at year-end to avoid having the allocation reduced next year?
Answer: Use-it-or-lose-it spending
Use-it-or-lose-it spending occurs when agencies rush to exhaust funds before the fiscal year closes to protect future allocations.
A supervisor wants to reallocate $3,000 from training funds to cover a supply shortage. The supervisor should FIRST:
Answer: Check agency policy on budget transfers and obtain required approvals
Budget transfers in civil service typically require policy compliance and documented approval to maintain fiscal integrity.
Full-time equivalent (FTE) is used in public agency budgeting primarily to:
Answer: Measure and standardize workforce resource usage regardless of work schedule
FTE converts all work arrangements (part-time, full-time, seasonal) into a common unit for workforce planning and budget calculations.
When a supervisor submits a budget proposal, the PRIMARY purpose of performance metrics is to:
Answer: Demonstrate how funding will produce results aligned with the agency mission
Performance metrics tie requested resources to mission outcomes, making the budget case more credible and results-focused.
Which of the following is an example of a capital expenditure in a civil service context?
Answer: Purchasing a new fleet vehicle for $45,000
Capital expenditures involve acquiring long-term assets such as vehicles, buildings, or equipment, unlike routine operating expenses.