DFA STATEWIDE PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Little Rock, AR, US, 72201
Position Number: 22125359
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: Continuously
Anticipated Starting Salary: $62,531
Accounting - ACFR
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: R041C
Grade: GS11
FLSA Status: EXEMPT
Salary Range: $62,531.00 - $99,737.00
Summary
The Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) Statewide Program Coordinator is responsible for coordinating programs or projects 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
Coordinates programs or projects as assigned within and outside the agency by making and reviewing work assignments, collecting and assimilating data and reports, preparing status reports, and may provide program or project performance reports to supervisor. Discusses routine and non-routine issues and problems with agencies and institutions of higher education; reviews, analyzes, and processes requests; meets with requestors to ascertain additional information or reasoning for request or action; interprets and disseminates legislation, policies, and procedures, and ensures state agencies' and institutions' compliance through review of organizational structures or activities. Participates in the review and development of legislation, policy, procedure, action, and guidance in the area of expertise, including accounting, budgeting, and human resource management. Coordinate routine and non-routine process requests and actions with other DFA offices and sections. Performs area of expertise duties in conjunction with annual or biennial needs; assists agencies and institutions of higher education with requirements and justification; prepares or enters system information, including Arkansas Administrative Statewide Information System (AASIS), and/or Planning, Budgeting, and Administrative System (PBAS), etc. 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
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 related to area of expertise. Knowledge of leadership 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 assigned activities engaged in a broad range of functions. Ability to utilize information technology systems related to area of expertise. 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 objectives and operational activities and coordinate the work of others.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, public administration, or a program - related area; plus five years of progressively more responsible experience in accounting, budget administration, fiscal analysis, or a program - related area.
Office of Accounting – Financial Reporting Section - The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting; plus, two years of progressively more responsible experience in general accounting or fiscal management. OR The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in accounting; plus, one year of progressively more responsible audit experience.
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
