• Job Description

  Req#: R-12737

  Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

  Pay Range:

  $81,088.00 - $124,272.27 Annual

  Department:

  Department of Community Justice (DCJ)

  Job Type:

  Regular Non-Represented

  Exemption Status:

  United States of America (Exempt)

  Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

  October 08, 2023

  
  The Opportunity:

  OVERVIEW:

  Are you an experienced finance professional ready to take the next step in your career? Are you excited to build on your deep knowledge of grants management, accounting and fiscal reporting in order to support programs and services that help staff and the public?

  Multnomah County Department of Community Justice (DCJ) invites applications for a Finance Supervisor. This is a full time position in Downtown Portland.

  In this Finance Supervisor role in DCJ, you will provide leadership, program development and administration for the Finance Unit. You will supervise, plan, direct and evaluate the daily activities and workflow of a diverse team of highly skilled professionals. You will also be the liaison between DCJ and other county work units (including the County Auditor, County Finance and Central Budget) and external auditors.

  Primary responsibilities include:

  • Providing leadership, administration and supervision to staff performing Accounts Payable and Travel and Training financial functions supporting the department.

  • Supervising and performing audits of Departmental financial processes, both within Business Services and within the Department’s programs.

  • Planning, coordinating, and assisting with the Department’s fiscal year-end closing activities.

  • Interpreting and applying laws, rules, regulations and fiscal policies and procedures to assigned work functions; monitoring, coordinating and making adjustments to fiscal systems.

  • Auditing, analyzing and/or evaluating a full range of fiscal records, systems, policies and procedures to assigned work functions.

  • Managing multiple projects, identifying priorities, communicating project status clearly to stakeholders and exemplifying good customer service.

  • Representing DCJ Finance Unit and Business Services by participating in County wide initiatives related to Finance.

  The successful candidate will demonstrate:

  • Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values

  • Advanced knowledge of principles and practices of finance, accounting, accounts payable, purchase cards, and contract management

  • Ability to successfully complete duties and assignments that are complex, difficult and varied

  • Ability to collaborate, build relationships and lead a team to achieve positive work outcomes

  • Willingness to participate, promote and support change management, process evaluation, and implement process improvements

  WORKFORCE EQUITY

  At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.

  DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE

  Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change

  The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.

  The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 600 permanent, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises approximately 9,000 justice-involved individuals annually and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for approximately 360 youth on formal and informal community supervision.

  More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .

  The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .

  Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.

  TO QUALIFY:

  We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process.

  Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

  • Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting (Professional work at or near the level of this position can substitute year for year for the educational requirement)

  • Three (3) years of increasingly responsible supervision, professional leadership or technical experience in finance or accounting

  • Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, including being fingerprinted on the first day of employment.

  Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

  • Master's Degree or advanced coursework in Accounting, Business, Finance or a directly related field.

  • Management experience, leading and coaching a diverse team

  • Experience in administering budgets with numerous revenue sources.

  • Experience in the application of financial laws, rules, regulations and fiscal policies in government accounting.

  *Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

  SCREENING AND EVALUATION:

  The Application Packet: Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:

  • Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.

  • Attach a resume: Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Attach the document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.

  • Cover Letter: Please expand on your resume, address why you are interested in this position and demonstrate how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.

  The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

  • Initial review of minimum qualifications

  • A phone screen or evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates

  • Consideration of top candidates/Interviews

  • Background Investigation/Fingerprinting

  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  Type of Position: This salaried position is not eligible for overtime pay.

  Type: Non-Represented

  FLSA: Exempt

  Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week

  Location: Mead Building @ 421 SW 5th Ave., Portland OR 97204

  Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:

  • Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).

  • Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).

  • Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military etc.)

  • Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance

  • Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts

  • Access to a free annual Trimet pass

  • Access to wellness resources

  The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

  
  Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

  Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

  Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

  Questions?

  Recruiter:

  Joanne Campbell

  Email:

  joanne.m.campbell@multco.us

  Phone:

  +1 (971) 4012249

  Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

  Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

  Job Profile:

  9335 - Finance Supervisor

• About the company

  Multnomah County /mʌltˈnoʊmə/ is one of 36 counties in the US state of Oregon.

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