Deputy Chief Financial Officer

QUALIFICATIONS
The knowledge skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• Knowledge of mathematical forecasting techniques for both revenues and expenditures.
• Knowledge of principles of research and policy analysis.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills; skills in conflict management diplomacy and negotiating skills.
• Budgeting and accounting skills.
• Contract management and procurement experience.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and to independently identify financial and policy issues.
• Ability to manage and complete multiple projects and priorities within constrained time limits.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws rules regulations policies and other diverse written information and relate these to a laymans perspective.
• Ability to foster collaboration and provide effective leadership to staff.
• Bachelors degree in finance public administration accounting business administration or a closely related field.
• Five years of work-related experience.
• Two years of supervisory experience.

Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

BENEFITS
Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Only online applications are accepted. By applying online you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

To initiate an application and be considered you must attach your resume cover letter and mark the attachments as a Relevant your cover letter state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.

Successful applicants will be subject to:

• Criminal history check
• Child/patient/offender abuse registries
• Reference checks

The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9 your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify please visit the E-Verify website found here Rape Elimination Act (PREA) - Any person who has 1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison jail lockup community confinement facility juvenile facility or other institution; 2) been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force overt or implied threats of force or coercion or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or 3) been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in activity as described in the latter are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free - The use of all tobacco products including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.

DEPUTY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
OFFICE OF FINANCIAL SERVICES
HELENA MT

The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!

The Office of Financial Services at the Department of Corrections is a mission critical support team that keeps the agencys work on solid fiscal footing from budget strategy to day to day financial operations. This unit leads the stewardship of public funds through rigorous budget management accounting procurement and contract oversight helping ensure that scarce resources are directed where they have the greatest impact on public safety and offender rehabilitation. Team members collaborate closely with facilities programs and external partners to maintain strong internal controls transparent reporting and compliant financial practices all while supporting innovative solutions such as secure inmate trust account services and modern payment systems for families and stakeholders. Joining this office means working with professionals who are committed to accuracy integrity and service and who take pride in knowing that their expertise in numbers directly supports safer communities and better outcomes across the corrections system. Join us today!

The Deputy Chief Financial Officer position exercises broad authority in planning designing organizing developing monitoring implementing and evaluating the financial condition of the programs administered by the Department. The position also proposes the implementation of program and management policies that impact the administration of the Department and potentially other state agencies. It also provides oversight of budgeting processes including biennial budget requests appropriated funding and division-level budgetary work products as well as the Departments contract management and procurement activities.

Note: First round of application reviews to occur two weeks from date of requisition posting.

Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

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