DCFW Assistant Director of Finance

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Child and Family Well Being

Job Classification Title

Business Manager II (NS)

Position Number

60040298

Grade

NC20

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Assistant Director of Finance is a senior leadership position within the Division of Child and Family Well-Being (DCFW) responsible for overseeing all financial and budget processes for the division. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Assistant Director of Finance leads the Division’s budgeting and financial reporting activities. The role oversees a Finance Section that includes direct supervision of the Chief Budget Officer and Procurement Manager, and ensures effective workflow management, staff utilization, and operational performance across teams. The position will also work closely with the Chief Operating Officer in collaborating with the Procurement Team and shared deliverables. This position manages and oversees a Division budget of more than $570 million that includes $65 million in state appropriations and complex funding streams such as federal grants, receipts, and Medicaid reimbursements.

The Assistant Director of Finance works closely with Division senior leadership and program management to implement an integrated approach to fiscal management, grant management, and contract management. The Assistant Director of Finance will develop and prepare regular executive and senior management reports necessary for planning and division management. The role provides technical guidance on financial practices and establishes policies, procedures, and internal controls that promote consistency, accountability, and operational excellence. The Assistant Director also provides surge capacity when needed to support critical operations and time-sensitive deliverables. The Assistant Director represents the division in meetings key agencies including NCDHHS Budget and Analysis, Office of Procurement Contract and Grants, Office of Internal Auditor, Office of State Auditor, and Office of State Budget and Management.

Serving as the primary technical liaison to internal and external auditors, the Assistant Director is responsible for audit preparation and leads the submission of accurate and timely reports, responses, and documentation supported by strong internal controls and sound financial practices. In addition, the Assistant Director is responsible for strengthening Finance Office capacity through staff development, performance management, and ongoing process improvement. This includes using performance metrics and other data analysis to guide decisions that enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency.

The Assistant Director of Finance maintains effective working relationships with internal divisions, state and federal agencies, local partners, contractors, professional organizations, and other stakeholders to support the Division’s financial and operational needs.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $70,478.00 - 123,336.00

Recruitment Range: $70,178.00 - $105,000.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred.

• Experience leading budget and finance activities in a public sector setting or other health and human services organization.
• Experience managing federal grants, including budgeting, monitoring, and reporting.
• Experience developing dashboards or reporting tools to improve transparency and operational performance.
• Proven ability to lead staff, manage high-volume workloads, set expectations, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders

Position is funded in part through federal funds.

Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

About the NC Division of Child and Family Well-Being:
DCFW oversees one of DHHS’ largest and most impactful portfolios, encompassing major health and nutrition programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), SUN Bucks (Summer EBT), and the Early Intervention/North Carolina Infant Toddler Program (NC ITP). The division also administers dozens of initiatives that strengthen children’s physical and behavioral health from birth through young adulthood —from nurse home visiting services to school-based behavioral health programs.

Compensation and Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for state benefits.

Supplemental Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.
• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
• For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of their DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance or other discipline related to the area of assignment from appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of progressive related experience, in which, two (2) years should be in a supervisory role,

OR

Equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Lisa M Sasser

Contact:

DHHS Workday Support Form