Assistant Director of Financial Administration 2

About the role

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking an Assistant Director Financial Administration 2 to work in the Division of Fiscal Management. The Assistant Director of Financial Administration 2, reporting to the Director of Financial Administration 3, will oversee and manage the agency's budgeting programs, revenue unit, and contract management division, ensuring these areas align with agency goals and maintain fiscal responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the oversight of fiscal operations, including planning, executing, and monitoring agency budgets.
• Supervise and guide the fleet coordinator in strategic fleet management and planning.
• Develop and implement financial strategies to manage diverse funding sources and multi-location programs.
• Lead and mentor a team of professional staff, focusing on their development and performance.
• Analyze the budgetary and financial impact of major programs on the agency.
• Adapt budgeting and fiscal processes to accommodate significant program changes.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with all regulations and policies.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders across various program areas.

Requirements

• One year of permanent competitive service as an Assistant Director of Financial Administration 2.
• Reassignment Qualifications: One year of permanent, competitive service as an Assistant Director of Financial Administration 2.
• 52.6 Transfer Qualifications: This position is designated administrative under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law and may be filled by administrative transfer under that section.

Qualifications

• One year of permanent, competitive service as an Assistant Director of Financial Administration 2.
• One year of permanent, competitive service as an Associate Accountant, Associate Budgeting Analyst or Contract Management Specialist 2.

Skills

Strong financial management skills, budgeting expertise, and the ability to manage diverse funding sources are essential. Leadership, strategic planning, and effective communication are also critical.

Benefits

• Inexpensive Health Insurance options
• Free Dental and Vision coverage
• NYS Pension Plan membership
• Paid parental leave
• Paid family leave
• Generous paid time off
• Opportunity to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Pay

The starting salary for the Assistant Director Financial Administration 2 is $103,870/year, and the hiring salary for the M/C salary grade M-2. The candidate appointed to the Assistant Director Financial Administration 2, M-2, will be eligible to participate in the New York State Performance Evaluation Program. Through this program, employees receive yearly performance evaluations. Performance advances are payable to M/C employees whose base annual salary is below the job rate for their current position and who were rated "Satisfactory" or its equivalent on their yearly performance evaluation. Performance advance payments are added to an employee's annual salary. Over time, yearly performance advances may lead to the M-2 job rate salary of $131,298/year!

Schedule

This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Opportunities for telecommuting may be available in accordance with the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.