IT Financial Operations Unit Manager

The California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission is to protect the health of the people of California and help shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities.

The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) supports the mission and services of CDPH as well as implementing the technology required to ensure the success of the public services and meet the expectations of the people of California. The IT Fiscal and Administrative Branch, within ITSD, advances this purpose by providing excellent customer service to divisional and departmental employees.

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by creating innovative solutions, strengthening partnerships and collaborations, and embracing technology. The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) leverages data and technology to advance goals and inform action and accountability.

Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager II, Chief, Compliance and Financial Section, the Staff Services Manager I (SSM I), Financial Operations Unit, leads and oversees a team of analysts responsible for all ITSD’s fiscal and budgetary support functions, including fiscal impact of proposed legislation. The SSM I oversees budget information relative to ITSD’s operations and plays a critical role in the preparation of budget change proposals; fiscal analyses; Program, Departmental, and Division reports; data analyses to accurately forecast expenditures, funding needs, and policy development.

This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.

Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Budgeting experience, preferably in State Government/Public Sector

• Accounting experience, preferably in State Government/Public Sector

• Experience with cost allocation models

• Experience with Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheets

• Analytical Skills

• Critical thinking and process improvement experience

• Strong communication skills; written and verbal

• Ability to work in a team and independently

• Customer Service Skills

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.