CHIEF OF FISCAL OPERATIONS- DHS
Job Description:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS- Plans, develops and recommends priorities, goals and long-range objectives pertaining to the management and direction of the Fiscal Operation unit; establishes and implements management systems and ensures the completion of assigned financial and accounting goals and objectives. Oversees the development and implementation of departmental accounting, financial controls and operating protocols, including the implementation of mandated and/or relevant Federal, State, and Local Government guidelines.
Responsible for the effective supervision and administration of the Fiscal and Business Operations unit to include budgeting, purchasing, regulatory reporting, grant management, staff organization and development, performance management, employee relations and related activities. Provides direct supervision to the Fiscal and Business Operations Unit managers. Directs and participates in the planning, organization, and preparation of the Department’s annual General Fund Expenditure/Revenue and budget proposals in collaboration with the City’s Budget department. Provides financial and business operations policy guidance and recommendations on specific issues and programs; streamlines financial operations and research opportunities to expand existing programs by identifying efficiencies and additional sources of revenue; develops corrective action plans as needed. Analyzes State and Local financial policies and procedures; initiates and implements strategies to maximize departmental revenue for the City.
Participates on departmental management and project teams as assigned to assist with policy development and implementation, strategic planning, research, studies and special projects; responds to inquiries related to departmental accounting activities and policies. Serves as a liaison to federal, state and local agencies, state communities, professional boards, task force groups, and City departments. Evaluates the unit resource needs and recommends changes to allocated staff positions and unit organizational structure to support the Department’s operational needs. Performs research; prepares analysis, recommendations, and reports for the Department Director as requested. Facilitates cross training for staff to ensure effective inter-department communication and cohesion. Observes and coaches’ staff regularly to ensure policies and workflow protocols are executed correctly. Performs other duties as assigned.
