Arkansas Government Job
DFA STATEWIDE PROGRAM MANAGER
Arkansas Government Job, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
DFA STATEWIDE PROGRAM MANAGER
Date: Dec 1, 2024
Req ID: 42283
Location:
Little Rock, AR, US, 72201
Category: DEPT OF FINANCE AND ADMIN
Anticipated Starting Salary: $77,862
Position Number: 22143104
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: Continuous
Anticipated Starting Salary: $77,862
Office of Accounting
The mission of the Department of Finance and Administration is to provide Arkansas citizens convenient, effective, and courteous service which will encourage voluntary compliance with tax, license, and child support laws.
Position Information
Class Code: R040C
Grade: GS13
FLSA Status: EXEMPT
Salary Range: $77,862.00 - $124,190.00
Summary
The Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) Statewide Program Manager is responsible for planning and directing one or more work unit programs and staff and providing technical assistance to state agencies and institutions of higher education regarding the area of expertise. This position is governed by state and federal law and agency policy.
Functions
Directs the activities of a medium to large-sized professional, technical, and administrative support staff through lower-level supervisors or lead staff, including interviewing, hiring, terminating, assigning and reviewing work, reviewing performance evaluations of subordinates, evaluating the performance of subordinates, and reviewing and approving/disapproving leave requests. Plans the regular business processes for the unit(s) and oversees the recommendations of subordinates related to policy, procedure, action, and guidance in the area of expertise, including accounting, budgeting, and human resource management. Coordinates routine and non-routine process requests and actions with other DFA offices and sections. Reviews, develops, and recommends legislation, policies, and procedures for statewide implementation, interprets and disseminates legislation, policies and procedures, and ensures state agencies' and institutions' compliance through review of organizational structures or activities. Coordinates or conducts special projects, as directed by the Assistant Administrator, Chief Fiscal Officer, Governor's Office, or legislative committees by assigning work activities, monitoring progress, preparing status reports, or making presentations as required. Responds to executive and legislative information requests and represents office at meetings as required or requested. Coordinates written and electronic communication items with state agencies and institutions of higher education. Represents office at meetings inside department and externally. Performs other duties as assigned.
Dimensions
May require occasional in-state and out-of-state travel.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations relating to area of expertise. Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of public administration and program development. Knowledge of accounting and financial management, budget management, and/or human resource management. Knowledge of state accounting, budgetary, human resource, and payroll policies and procedures. Knowledge of information technology systems. Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures. Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, executive orders, policies and procedures. Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of systems, programs, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Ability to plan, coordinate, and evaluate the operations and activities of multiple work units engaged in a broad range of functions. Ability to prepare and present oral and written information and reports. Ability to prepare proposed legislation, policies, and procedures for the implementation and administration of area of expertise. Ability to interpret, analyze, and resolve highly complex administrative, financial, and human resource problems and issues. Ability to plan work unit objectives and operational activities and direct the work of subordinates.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, public administration, or a program - related; field plus, seven years of progressively more responsible experience in accounting, budget administration, fiscal analysis, or a program - related area, including three years in a supervisory or managerial capacity. Office of Accounting – Financial Reporting Section - The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting; plus, five years of progressively more responsible experience in general accounting or fiscal management, including three years in a supervisory or leadership capacity. OR The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting; plus, four years of progressively more responsible audit experience, including three years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
Licenses
Office of Accounting – Financial Reporting Section - Must meet the State Board of Public Accountancy education eligibility requirements to be licensed as a Certified Public Accountant in accordance with State Board of Public Accountancy Rule 3.11. Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license if in-state travel is required. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
ONLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WITH WORK HISTORY WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Applications must include complete work history and references. A resume may accompany the state application but will not be substituted for any part of the application. False, misleading, or incomplete statements may result in disciplinary action and possible termination.
Veteran Preference: A copy of a DD-214 must be submitted to the Hiring Official at the time of interview to be considered for Veteran Preference.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS at (888) 897-7781 or dhs.gov/e-verify.
Nearest Major Market:Little Rock
Date: Dec 1, 2024
Req ID: 42283
Location:
Little Rock, AR, US, 72201
Category: DEPT OF FINANCE AND ADMIN
Anticipated Starting Salary: $77,862
Position Number: 22143104
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: Continuous
Anticipated Starting Salary: $77,862
Office of Accounting
The mission of the Department of Finance and Administration is to provide Arkansas citizens convenient, effective, and courteous service which will encourage voluntary compliance with tax, license, and child support laws.
Position Information
Class Code: R040C
Grade: GS13
FLSA Status: EXEMPT
Salary Range: $77,862.00 - $124,190.00
Summary
The Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) Statewide Program Manager is responsible for planning and directing one or more work unit programs and staff and providing technical assistance to state agencies and institutions of higher education regarding the area of expertise. This position is governed by state and federal law and agency policy.
Functions
Directs the activities of a medium to large-sized professional, technical, and administrative support staff through lower-level supervisors or lead staff, including interviewing, hiring, terminating, assigning and reviewing work, reviewing performance evaluations of subordinates, evaluating the performance of subordinates, and reviewing and approving/disapproving leave requests. Plans the regular business processes for the unit(s) and oversees the recommendations of subordinates related to policy, procedure, action, and guidance in the area of expertise, including accounting, budgeting, and human resource management. Coordinates routine and non-routine process requests and actions with other DFA offices and sections. Reviews, develops, and recommends legislation, policies, and procedures for statewide implementation, interprets and disseminates legislation, policies and procedures, and ensures state agencies' and institutions' compliance through review of organizational structures or activities. Coordinates or conducts special projects, as directed by the Assistant Administrator, Chief Fiscal Officer, Governor's Office, or legislative committees by assigning work activities, monitoring progress, preparing status reports, or making presentations as required. Responds to executive and legislative information requests and represents office at meetings as required or requested. Coordinates written and electronic communication items with state agencies and institutions of higher education. Represents office at meetings inside department and externally. Performs other duties as assigned.
Dimensions
May require occasional in-state and out-of-state travel.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations relating to area of expertise. Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of public administration and program development. Knowledge of accounting and financial management, budget management, and/or human resource management. Knowledge of state accounting, budgetary, human resource, and payroll policies and procedures. Knowledge of information technology systems. Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures. Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, executive orders, policies and procedures. Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of systems, programs, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Ability to plan, coordinate, and evaluate the operations and activities of multiple work units engaged in a broad range of functions. Ability to prepare and present oral and written information and reports. Ability to prepare proposed legislation, policies, and procedures for the implementation and administration of area of expertise. Ability to interpret, analyze, and resolve highly complex administrative, financial, and human resource problems and issues. Ability to plan work unit objectives and operational activities and direct the work of subordinates.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, public administration, or a program - related; field plus, seven years of progressively more responsible experience in accounting, budget administration, fiscal analysis, or a program - related area, including three years in a supervisory or managerial capacity. Office of Accounting – Financial Reporting Section - The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting; plus, five years of progressively more responsible experience in general accounting or fiscal management, including three years in a supervisory or leadership capacity. OR The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting; plus, four years of progressively more responsible audit experience, including three years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
Licenses
Office of Accounting – Financial Reporting Section - Must meet the State Board of Public Accountancy education eligibility requirements to be licensed as a Certified Public Accountant in accordance with State Board of Public Accountancy Rule 3.11. Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license if in-state travel is required. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
ONLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WITH WORK HISTORY WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Applications must include complete work history and references. A resume may accompany the state application but will not be substituted for any part of the application. False, misleading, or incomplete statements may result in disciplinary action and possible termination.
Veteran Preference: A copy of a DD-214 must be submitted to the Hiring Official at the time of interview to be considered for Veteran Preference.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS at (888) 897-7781 or dhs.gov/e-verify.
Nearest Major Market:Little Rock