Deputy Director Of Program Financial Management Doh7807

Salary: $98,700.00 - $128,988.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: DOH7807
Department: Dept. of Health
Division: Financial Services (FS)
Opening Date: 12/26/2023
Closing Date: 1/9/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
This is a full-time permanent WMS 3 position. Learn more about the Washington Management Service
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As the Deputy Director of Program Financial Management, you will serve as a key leader within the Office of Financial Services, overseeing the daily Financial Management operations and activities for the entire agency. Reporting directly to the Director of Program Financial Management, you will provide direction and oversight for the development of budget requests, fiscal monitoring of contracts and grants, and analysis of revenues and expenditures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
In this role, you'll lead a dedicated team, fostering a culture of creativity and connection. You'll champion diversity and integrate equity and social justice into every facet of your work. Your role extends beyond managing; it's about actively participating and leading by example. The Deputy Director is accountable for managing the personnel and financial resources to meet office responsibilities and fulfill obligations in a timely and cost-effective manner. This position is expected to develop and oversee a robust training and development program within OPFM focused on optimal onboarding, development and succession of finance staff managing and performing budget management and other financial activities.
The Office of Program Financial ManagementDeputy Director provides leadership and oversight for daily Financial Management operations and activities for the Executive Office of Prevention Safety & Health The Office of Program Financial Management (OPFM) ensures financial compliance with state and federal regulations and accurate and timely financial reporting. This position reports directly to the Director of Program Financial Management.
Responsibilities:

• Strategic Financial management:
  1. Oversight of the development of the biennial and supplemental budget requests, fiscal notes, and allotments.
  2. Ensure financial compliance with federal and state laws, agency policies, and legislative directions.
  3. Monitor and analyze revenues and expenditures, providing insights to enhance financial decision-making.
• Leadership and Team Development:
  1. Lead Finance Operations Managers (FOM) in enhancing employee effectiveness through performance appraisal, training, coaching, and professional development.
  2. Delegated decision-making in the absence of the Director of OPFM.
  3. Foster effective communication and teamwork to support continuity of operations and process improvement.
  4. Develop and oversee a robust training program for optimal onboarding, development, and succession planning of finance staff.
• Supervision and Financial Liaison:
  1. Supervise and manage Financial Operations Managers and their teams, acting as the primary financial liaison to designated offices.
  2. Provide consultation and guidance to senior leadership on budget, fiscal impacts, revenues, and other financial matters.
• Strategic Partnership:
  1. Collaborate with the Financial Services leadership team to provide guidance on Financial Management.
  2. Serve as a key advisor to the Chief Financial Officer, Executive Team, Assistant Secretaries, and Deputies.
  3. Provide technical consultation to Boards, Commissions, and program managers on financial resource challenges and opportunities.
• Agency-Wide Financial Leadership:
  1. Provide support and coordination for day-to-day Financial Management, analysis, monitoring, and status reporting.
  2. Ensure timely, accurate, and transparent financial and budgetary information.

Qualifications and Experience: Experience may have been gained concurrently though a combination of education, professional experience and paid or unpaid experience. Experience can substitute for education on a year for year basis.
Option 1:

• Six (6) or more years of experience performing financial functions in budget, accounting, business or related field. Experience should include leading the financial aspects of an organization including budget development and maintenance, revenue forecasting, chart of accounts development, financial reporting, account maintenance and reconciliation, providing financial consultation, and maintaining accounting and auditing standards and internal control requirements.
• Three (3) or more years of management/leadership experience to include all aspects of workforce and performance development and supervision.

Option 2:

• A bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field; and Two (2) or more years of experience performing financial functions in budget, accounting, business or related field. Experience should include leading the financial aspects of an organization including budget development and maintenance, revenue forecasting, chart of accounts development, financial reporting, account maintenance and reconciliation, providing financial consultation, and maintaining accounting and auditing standards and internal control requirements.
• Three (3) or more years of management/leadership experience to include all aspects of workforce and performance development and supervision.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Four (4) or more years of experience managing the budget of a state or federal organization.
• Two (2) or more years of experience using WA State financial systems (AFRS, Enterprise Reporting, Workday, etc.)

Core Competencies and Expectations:

• Ensures Accountability - Demonstrates the ability to hold yourself and others accountable to meeting commitments. Demonstrates fiscal accountability by following finance regulations, principles, standards and guidelines when committing finance resources or processing finance transactions.
• Leading up - Taking initiative to research, analyze, and communicate to agency leadership about issues or opportunities on the horizon that could be impactful to the agency.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Manages Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Demonstrates the ability to analyze and translate complex financial data, processes, and systems so that financial information is easily understood by fiscal and non-fiscal employees.
• Demonstrates self-awareness - Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses and continual growth and learning.
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Create an environment of Success - Ability to integrate performance leadership into program activities, provide coaching and mentoring for improved success, provide personalized recognition and celebrate successes, and displays characteristics of interpersonal influence.
• Values Differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

The Office of Financial Services (FS)
The Office of Financial Services (FS) provides leadership and support for the agency priorities and programs through quality budgeting, contracting, grant management, purchasing, facility management, and accounting services. The office ensures financial compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and reporting requirements in addition to performing agency-wide financial activities. The division also ensures operational effectiveness and financial stability of the agency. Within the Office of Financial Services, the Budget Monitoring Section monitors the day-to-day fiscal operations of the agency, ensuring funds are effectively requested and used in alignment with the agency's mission and goals.
About the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)
At DOH, we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs, and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We're driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, as outlined in our for the future of Washington health.
Benefits and Lifestyle
We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about "Why DOH" by visiting
Location and Flexibility
Flex/Hybrid - Onsite presence one day per month at the DOH Office located in Tumwater, WA. A mobile work schedule will be established with the supervisor depending on the needs of the business.
Application Process:

• Remember to showcase your relevant education and experience in your application materials.
• DO NOT attach any documents that include photos, letters of recommendation, or private information (transcripts, social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Click "Apply" to submit your detailed application profile along with the following:
  • A cover letter (without personal pictures) describing how you meet the qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
  • A current resume (without personal pictures).
  • Three (3) or more professional references, to be listed in your profile under the references section, which includes at least one supervisor, peer, and (if you have supervised staff) someone you have supervised or led.

Veterans Preference: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.
DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran's status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.
Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions, need accommodation in the application or selection process, or need information in an alternative format, contact Lisette Anson at For general DOH recruitment questions, email the Talent Acquisition Team at Deaf or hard of hearing contact Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1; individuals outside of Washington State contact Washington Relay Service at 1-800-833-6874.
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Conditions of Employment:
I am prepared, with or without accommodations, to do the following:

• This position is expected to schedule their time within a typical 40-hour work week. This is an overtime exempt position. There may be times the incumbent is expected to adjust their schedule and work additional hours as needed to meet business demands and deadlines.
• Perform my job duties either remotely from home or in-person at the designated DOH site location.
• Travel periodically within the state of Washington.
• Possess the legal ability to operate a state or privately-owned vehicle or arrange alternative transportation for official state business.
• Engage in emergency response exercises and high-priority assignments as assigned during emergency events.

Supplemental Information
Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in-full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable month...