Job Details

District Administrator

Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promotehealthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

The District Administrator has direct responsibility for the leadership, direction, and administration of all aspects of accounting and financial operations of the North Health District to ensure the continued accomplishment of mission, values, strategic goals, and culture.

• Coordinates all accounting and administrative functions for District 2 Public Health, as directed by the Chief Operating Officer
• Applies generally accepted accounting principles in the design of accounting systems and the recording of financial activity.
• Develops internal controls and policies/procedures that comply with state, federal, and accepted accounting standards and practices
• Ensures all required financial reporting occurs to DPH and other agencies (SHBP, ERS, DOL, etc.)
• Correctly analyzes accounting, operational, and programmatic data to identify inefficiencies, productivity issues, and trends, and reports findings in a clear and timely manner
• Ensures budgets are developed on time and according to specified guidelines.
• Provides leadership for the negotiation, development, and management of vendor and business contracts and agreements
• Analyzes operational data, makes recommendations for policy and program decisions based on findings, and develops measures to ensure compliance with policies
• Serves as the point person for all federal, state, and local audits
• Evaluates for completeness and feasibility the proposed annual operating budgets for assigned administrative/operational functions.
• Conducts and coordinates financial, personnel, product, market, operational, and related research to support strategic and business planning
• Provides effective input into the agency's strategic planning process.
• Properly determines reporting needs for assigned operational functions and devises reporting methods
• Provides leadership for the identification of grant opportunities and the development of grant proposals that will expand the fiscal resources for District 2.
• Assumes all other duties assigned.

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email include DPH-ADA@dph.ga.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 - 7 years in healthcare management and/or government experience w/emphasis in budget, accounting, procurement, payroll and contract management.
• Minimum 3- 5 years of experience managing federal funds, including federal reporting and grant financial (OMB Circulars) compliance requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (primarily Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
• Experience working with staff at various levels of the organization, including program directors and executive leadership.
• Demonstrated experience developing financial aspects of grant applications, budget presentations, program work plans, and corrective action responses.
• Highly organized, with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with SAGE 100 financial software.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting and five (5) years of professional accounting job-related experience, which includes three (3) years in a managerial or supervisory role; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Mgr 2, Accounting (FIM011) or equivalent position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.