Director of Financial Services at Delaware Public Health District – Delaware, Ohio

Under general direction of the Health Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer, The Director of Financial Services directs financial aspects of the health district ensuring transparent, sound, and stable fiscal management. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and states laws and rules, Board of Health adopted policies and regulations, and grant requirements. The Director of Financial Services manages the Fiscal Unit of the health district and serves as the fiscal advisor to the Health Commissioner and Board of Health.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of State of Ohio and Federal rules/regulations related to finance and reporting requirements, administrative management principles, public administration, and public health.

Direct experience in governmental accounting, budgeting, forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and government cash basis accounting; certification in Governmental Finance Management preferred.

Mandated competencies include developing program and organizational budgets, preparing proposals for funding (e.g., foundations, government agencies, corporations), grant management, performance management, and quality improvement.

Desired candidate will have direct supervisory experience that must include employee development, performance appraisal, and performance improvement.

Bachelor’s degree in the field of accounting, business/public administration, or other finance-related field required. Five to seven years of relevant experience required (at least 1-3 years of government accounting experience preferred), with at least three years in a supervisory role. CPA license is preferred.

Salary and Benefits:

• Starting salary $37.55 - $47.69/hr, may be adjusted commensurate with experience
• Excellent paid leave (vacation, sick, personal), including 11 holidays and 20 hrs admin leave
• Outstanding benefits including medical, dental, vision, LTD, Life, EAP and many wellness perks
• Exceptional Retirement package
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Volunteer Time Off
• Professional development and training
• Opportunities for Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs for eligible workers
• Six weeks paid parental leave
• On-site gym

Applicants may apply via agency website at www.delawarehealth.org/careers