Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.
What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.
Start your career in public service. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Financial Services (OFS) is seeking candidates for the position of Business Operations Lead. This position is located in Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia.
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Pay Grade: K
This position serves as a multifaceted Operations and Systems Administrator for the Office of Financial Services (OFS). Responsibilities include IT administration, financial oversight, and personnel management.
In terms of IT administration, the role involves managing user access, troubleshooting, and assisting with recruitment processes. Financial responsibilities encompass completing variance reports, managing contracts, conducting audits of the general ledger, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements set by the Georgia Office of the State Treasurer.
Additionally, this role is responsible for ensuring that new hires receive the necessary physical equipment, software access, and training that will help them succeed.
Under general supervision, performs complex administrative duties and statistical, financial, or operational data analysis and reporting in support of management decision making in functional area. Identifies trends, discrepancies, and variances to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. May partner with other departments, divisions, outside agencies, and vendors to address business issues. Exercises various latitudes of independent judgment. May administer or provide high level support for various projects, grants, contracts, implementation of procedures, and/or any specialized functions. Assists with orientation, training, or providing task guidance of junior team members.
Role And Responsibilities
Administration of OFS IT applications
- Concur Administrator
- TeamWorks (GA@Work) Security Partner
- NEO.gov/HR Pass Assistant
- Financial and Operational data analysis and reporting
- Analyze, monitor, and control a $4 million annual operating budget.
- Analyze general ledger date for expiring and closed grants.
- Compile and review data for State Treasury reporting.
- Lead orientation and onboard training for new team members
- Ensure equipment is set up with the applications needed to begin work
- Provide training on OFS Core Values, Mission, and Team Organization
- Provide introductory training to OFS functional areas and purposes
- Provide training on OFS Telework policies and procedures
- Provide training on critical systems and office applications (TeamWorks, Teams, Outlook, etc.)
- Associate degree in communication, English, or public relations from an accredited college or university AND two (2) years of experience related to area of assignment;
OR
- One (1) year of experience required at the lower level Busi Support Analyst 1 (GSP130).
Preferred Skills/Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all of the following skills/experience:
- Three (3) years or more in an office administrator role
- Proven experience with analyzing financial data
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel Skills (will be tested)
- Knowledge and experience with other Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.
For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services
https://dhs.georgia.gov/
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: hrhelpline@dhs.ga.gov.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
