ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
HEALTH AND WELLNESS FOR ALL ARIZONANS
FINANCIAL AND CONTRACTS MANAGER
(Administrative Service Officer 3)
Division of Public Health Services/Bureau of Nutrition and Physical Activity (BNPA)
Location: 150 N. 18th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Grade: 22
Salary: $65,000 - $80,000
Job ID #: 6463
Issue Date: November 15, 2013
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
ABOUT THE POSITION/DEPARTMENT:
“Promoting Health and Wellness for all Arizonans” is the motto of the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS).
ADHS promotes and protects the health of Arizona’s children and adults and sets the standard for personal and
community health through direct care, science, public policy and leadership. ADHS is one of the largest departments in
Arizona State Government with a budget of $1.5 billion dollars and a workforce of approximately 1600 employees. Visit
http://www.azdhs.gov
The Bureau consists of fourteen (14) different prevention programs, with six (6) that are funded by USDA. The Bureau’s
overall budget is over $200 million annually. Manager provides financial direction, grant oversight (both financial and
regulatory), directs vendor management, procurement and contract guidance, and operation of warehouse. Must be
well versed in the fields of accounting, regulations (including state, federal: WIC, SNAP-Ed, CDC, and department),
auditing, warehouse management, retail operations, statistics (including statistical analysis) and other business
functions. Responsible for budget development, monitoring, internal control and feedback as well as forecasting.
Oversee and coordinate all procurement activities. Is lead and responsible for coordination of all USDA financial
reviews and program audits, and ensures compliance with federal and state laws, regulations and rules to include
reconciliation of financial transactions. Is lead for development and submission of corrective action plans for both state
and federal financial audit findings. Develop and maintain appropriate financial policies and procedures and business
processes within team and bureau. Evaluate and oversee personnel budgeting and reporting of labor activity to ensure
compliance. Responsible for managing the operation of a 10,000 sq. ft. warehouse and control of inventory. Provide
mentoring and training to program managers, and subcontractors, and directly supervises seven (7) employees.
Performs all other duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
Knowledge of the principles and practice of financial management and oversight of programs; financial transactions,
forecasting and complex budgeting; knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), government
auditing (The Yellow Book), and both GASS (Governmental Accounting Standards Board ) and FASB (Financial
Accounting Standards Board) standards. Knowledge of federal and state policies and procedures for accounting,
reporting, procurement, contracting, inventory control, and warehouse management. Considerable knowledge of
management theory and practices desired. Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques of personnel
management, leadership and government administration. Knowledge of the food retail systems and warehouse
administration as well as a knowledge of the business supply chain.
Skills in management, leadership, and employee motivation; excellent oral and written communication; interpersonal
relationships in relation to work with subordinate staff, other managers, contractors and other state/federal agencies;
interpretation of federal and state regulations and laws; financial management; policy interpretation; development and
analysis of data; establishing priorities, critical thinking; and problem solving techniques.
Ability to plan, organize and direct multiple complex projects within an established timeframe. Understand and interpret
federal and state regulations, and write policies and procedures for State Plans. Provide leadership in all phases of
administration of public health programs and services. Ability to work with a wide variety of individuals and
organizations, to delegate, develop and coach team members.
Selective Preference: A Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting from an accredited college or university or a
Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 30 hours in accounting and/or business law. Three years of
experience in government or for profit accounting. A Master’s degree in accounting, business or public administration
from an accredited college or university preferred and may be substituted for one year of experience. CPA, CIA, CMA or
other professional financial designation a plus.
Position is required to perform work and attend meetings at alternate locations and/or travel when necessary, which
requires the use of either a state or personal vehicle. An employee in this position must sign a State of Arizona Driver
Authorization form when hired, which allows ADHS HR staff to obtain the motor vehicle driving record of the employee.
How to apply: Internal employee: go to www.yes.az.gov, click on Search for Jobs, Enter your Login Name (EIN), Enter
your YES Password, double click on the Employee Icon, click on Opportunities and self-nominate for the position(s).
External candidates: go to www.azstatejobs.gov, click on SEARCH FOR JOBS, Choose HEALTH SERVICES, DEPT OF
from AGENCY drop down, click on SEARCH and self-nominate for the position(s). If you need assistance, please contact
Helpline: 602.542.4700 Option 9.
ADHS supports a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels
of Agency, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free
from discrimination.
BENEFITS:
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Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental and Dependent Life and Short Term Disability insurances - visit
www.benefitoptions.az.gov
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan through Arizona State Retirement System – visit www.azasrs.gov
Deferred Compensation 457 Plan’ Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Accounts; Discount Home and
Auto Insurance
Accrued vacation and sick pay: 10 paid holidays
All newly-hired employees are subject to the E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification Program. Persons with a
disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by
contacting the Employment Unit Manager at (602) 542-1085. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow
time to arrange the accommodation. – SHS 2099 CM
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