Synopsis

Responsible for managing the administrative and financial operations, activities and staff of the Richland County Health and Human Services Department while ensuring compliance with County, State and Federal requirements regarding administrative and financial policies and practices. This role includes supervision and coordination of front-facing MFD operations, workflow management and cross-functional support to ensure continuity and efficiency across fiscal and program areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Plans, directs and monitors the Business & Financial Services staff in relation to work assignments, policies and procedures, annual performance evaluations, and payroll activities, including timesheet approval. Supervision includes hiring, training, coaching, counseling, scheduling, and disciplinary action.
• Direct execution and cross-coverage of fiscal responsibilities across multiple program areas during periods of staffing vacancies, requiring working knowledge of all fiscal functions to maintain continuity of operations.
• Directs all aspects of the department’s fiscal policies and practices and assures compliance with State and Federal requirements including accounting principles.
• In collaboration with the Director, develop and implement administrative policies and procedures.
• Prepares, implements, maintains and monitors the annual budget for programs and services as approved by the agency director, county administrator and County Board. Prepares and presents budget reports, including analysis.
• Consults with department managers, staff, contracted personnel and other county staff to assure that fiscal and support programs and activities are implemented and functioning as required. Discusses programmatic budgets with managers and provides guidance on changes that may have an impact on finances and operations.
• Reviews and approves all agency expenditures and monitors financial system reports including the collection and posting of revenue.  Makes request for adjustments, as necessary.
• See full job description for complete list of duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or public administration or similar field
• Three years of experience in the supervision of fiscal management services utilizing computer processing systems required; or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
• Master’s Degree preferred.

How to Apply

Equal Opportunity Employer

Richland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.