Finance Administrator (Administrator IV)

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 a Finance Administrator (Administrator IV) within the financial and administrative unit of the Administrative Services Division within the Office of the Director. This position reports to the division finance and administrative services 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. 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.

Note: This recruitment will be used to create an eligibility pool to fill additional Career Service, Term-Limited Temporary (TLT), or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) vacancies that may occur over the next six months.

Commitment To Equity and Social Justice

Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.

The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.

We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.

To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx

Work Schedule

The typical work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This is an exempt position and is not subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not overtime eligible.

Remote and Onsite Work:

This position works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the Chinook Building located at 401 Fifth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104.

Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

• Act as a key financial and budget adviser to the division.
• Oversee financial and business management activities including financial leadership, accounting, biennial budget development and monitoring, contracts and grants management.
• Develop quantitative analyses and financial modeling for potential changes in funding; make recommendations based on findings.
• Perform regular and ad-hoc analyses requiring research, compilation, and interpretation of financial data.
• Ensure compliance with grants management to include working with program to apply for grant opportunities and billings.
• Ensure the accuracy of financial accounting systems and financial information.
• Review and approve contracts for the division.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in financial management including: accounting, contracts management, federal grants management and reporting, budget development, and complex financial analyses.
• 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: 

• Certified Public Finance Officer.
• Certified Governmental Financial Management.
• Certified Public Accountant.
• Bachelor's Degree In Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
   AND
• Advanced knowledge of grants management and public sector budgeting.
• Experience providing human resource support.

Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

Application Process

If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County’s vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.

If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or you would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact Salyse Duckworth at [email protected].

King County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us.

King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.

Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

Who May Apply

This career service position is open to all qualified candidates.

The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:

• NEOGOV Job Application -The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process.
• Supplemental Questions -The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process.
• Resume - Your resume should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process.
• Cover letter– Please share why you are interested in this position and any aspects of your education, training, and/or experience that you feel make you a highly qualified candidate for this position.

(Please note: additional attachments will not be reviewed as part of the evaluation process if not outlined as a required application material as outlined above). 

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.

Necessary Special Requirements

• The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
• The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment.
• For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en. 
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
• 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.
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department. 
• If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Union Membership 

This position is not represented by a labor union.

Contact

If you have questions or would like more information about the recruitment process, please contact Salyse Duckworth, HR Analyst at [email protected].