Administrator III
- Summary
- Public Health – Seattle and King County values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans.
First consideration will be given to applications received by May 8th at 11:59 pm.
Public Health is seeking a talented individual with the ability to build respectful and productive relationships with internal colleagues and external stakeholders to serve as an Administrator III within the financial and administrative unit of the Office of the Director and Administrative services Division. This position reports to the division finance manager and will provide financial leadership, management and oversight, including business planning, accounting, contracting, biennial budget development and monitoring, financial analysis, strategic thinking and sustainability planning for assigned programs. The Administrator III is responsible for the supervision of the administrative staff and serves as the human resources liaison for the division. This position is responsible for performing and managing multiple functions across the agency and serves as a key adviser and coordinator of multiple work project and programs.
WHO MAY APPLY: This full-time Career Service position is open to all qualified candidates.
APPLICATION PROCESS:The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
1. NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line or paper application
2. Cover Letter that details how you meet or exceed the qualifications listed on this announcement
3. ResumeYou may attach multiple documents if you wish:
• Copy and paste one or more documents into the text resume section of the application.
• Attach multiple documents/files in the resume attachment section.
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the standard information in the application. Providing information only in a resume or a cover letter will not be considered a complete application. Responses such as "see my resume" or "see my cover letter" will not be considered a complete application.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position is Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is ineligible for overtime pay.
Contact: For questions about the position, contact Byron Williams at Byron.williams@kingcounty.gov. For questions about the application process, contact Erika Yanak, Human Resource Analyst, at erika.yanak@kingcounty.gov. - Job Duties
- Oversee financial and business management activities including financial leadership, accounting, biennial budget development and monitoring, contracts and grants management
- Perform regular and ad-hoc analyses requiring research, compilation, and interpretation of financial data
- Ensure the accuracy of financial accounting systems and financial information
- Review and approve contracts for the division.
- Serve as HR Liaison, providing high level HR functions and approvals
- Administer and implement policies and procedures for personnel, purchasing, contracting, regulatory issues and other administrative activities.
- Supervise the work of assigned staff. Provide quality check of technical work being performed by assigned staff.
- Interpret and participate in the development of current administrative policies and procedures.
- Represent the division at department-wide finance meetings and other meetings as required.
- Direct and/or analyze and assess internal systems and make recommendations on changes or revisions to improve performance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Minimum of three years of experience in financial management including: accounting, contracts management, federal grants management and reporting, budget development, and complex financial analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated ability to manage the technical aspects of budget development, including: preparation and justification of the budget, financial modeling and analysis; and ability to interact effectively with program managers and budget personnel by providing financial information to facilitate budget formulation and execution.
- Ability to gather, interpret, and communicate accounting/financial data to technical (budget/finance background) and non-technical audiences
- Experience reviewing and approving contracts
- Demonstrated ability with multi-tasking and project management simultaneously in a dynamic environment while meeting deadlines and time constraints
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability in problem solving and resolving conflicts
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The most competitive applicants will have certifications in any of the following:- Certified Public Finance Officer
- Certified Governmental Financial Management
- Certified Public Accountant
- Bachelor's Degree In Accounting, Finance, Business or related field
- Advanced knowledge of grants management and public sector budgeting
- Experience providing human resource support
- Experience with emergency management, continuity of operation, and/or incident command
- Supplemental Information
• The selection process may include but is not limited to: evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and references.
• For more information on our selection process, please refer to http://www.kingcounty.gov/healthservices/health/jobs.aspx • Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• Staff may be required to play an active role in the event of a public health emergency, which may include changes in responsibilities and working hours.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
• The selected candidate will be required to pass a thorough background investigation.
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time.
UNION AFFILIATION: This position is not represented.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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01Do you have at least three years of providing financial leadership, grants management, budget development, and oversight of financial operations for a large organization or department (budget >$20M)?
- Yes
- No
02If yes, please describe the type of organization, the budget size, and the number of years of experience for each of these responsibilities?03Describe your experience researching, analyzing, and interpreting complex financial information to a) resolve issues; b) make recommendations; and, c) produce financial reports.04Do you have demonstrated experience in developing and monitoring complex budgets that include multiple funding sources?- Yes
- No
05If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience and skills in detail.06Which of the following certifications do you possess?- Certified Public Finance Officer
- Certified Governmental Financial Management
- Certified Public Accountant
- Bachelor's Degree In Accounting, Finance, Business or related field
- None of the above
Required Question