Job ID: 35854
Agency: Department of Social Services - Finance
Location: Pierre, SD
Salary: $64,895.04-$97,342.56 Annual Salary, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: K
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Social Services. For more information on the DSS, please visit https://dss.sd.gov .
Who we want:
- a dependable and organized individual who effectively plans and organizes work activities;
- a person who is dedicated and who will represent the Department of Social Service with integrity and enthusiasm;
- an individual who works cooperatively with others and promotes a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals;
- a highly motivated and experienced person with a passion for serving the public.
What you will do:
- The position will be responsible for managing and monitoring the contract process for the Department of Social Services.
- This includes reviewing contracts to ensure compliance with DSS and State/Federal standards.
- Collaborate with divisions of DSS and other state agencies in modernizing processes and implementing system updates to streamline operations.
- Help team members learn and apply new techniques and apply change management techniques within the Division of Finance.
- Assist with leading the year - end accrual process.
- Complete the preparation of federal financial reports.
- Consult with DSS personnel regarding financial data within their area.
- Participates and assists in the development of policies and procedures.
The Ideal Candidate will have skills:- organizational and planning skills;
- attention to detail;
- proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other applicable accounting software;
- 0information gathering and management;
- problem analysis and resolution;
- communication skills.
The Ideal Candidate will have the ability to:- communicate and collaborate with others effectively and efficiently.
- successfully plan and organize work activities, adjust to multiple demands, and prioritize tasks to complete assignments timely and by the appropriate deadline.
- comprehend and apply pertinent laws, rules and policies;
- compile and analyze financial data;
- use applicable accounting software;
- train individuals in DSS contract rules and procedures.
- implement changes strategically and effectively
The Ideal Candidate will have: Bachelor's degree in a financial or business-related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and directly related experience may be considered.
This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=3ZM
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
[email protected] http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
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