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SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONTo apply for this position, select the and#8220;Apply Onlineand#8221; button. Complete your on-line applicant profile and the State of Texas Application for Employment. TxDMV does not accept paper applications.Effective January 23, 2026:You will be required to attach a resume to your application which will be used for screening purposes.and#183; Please ensure your rand#233;sumand#233; is detailed and specific, including a full employment history (full time or part time), education, licenses, and skills.and#183; Your rand#233;sumand#233; must include the month and year for start and end dates for each listed employer.and#183; Failure to fully complete the application requirements and pre-screening questions may disqualify you for consideration for this position.Applicants who require accommodation for the interview process should contact Human Resources at 512-465-4043 when contacted to schedule an interview.State Title: Director VIIThis position is required to work at TxDMV headquarters located in Austin, TX.GENERAL DESCRIPTIONOur mission at the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) is to serve, protect and advance the citizens and industries in the state with quality motor vehicle related services. We are a dynamic state agency dedicated to customer service, consumer protection and the success of motor vehicle-related industries.Performs managerial work providing direction and guidance in strategic operations and planning for the department. Directs and oversees all activities of the Finance and Operations Division to include accounting and revenue management, budget and revenue forecasting, procurement, facilities and fleet services, security, asset management, imaging, and mail services. Work involves developing policies, procedures and guidelines for fiscal management and operational support that comply with state statutes and guidelines and incorporate best practices to accomplish tasks efficiently and effectively. Recommends staffing and funding required to execute agency programs. Reports to the Deputy Executive Director. Ensures transparency while leading transformational and innovative change with energy and a sense of urgency. Creates and develops a positive and collaborative culture toward a customer-centered vision requiring timely and effective communication that is consistently reinforced, renewed and refreshed in its execution. Work requires extensive contact with department executives, board members, and governmental officials. Supervises the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.ESSENTIAL DUTIESDirects all activities of the Finance and Operations Division. Plans, develops, and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; directs evaluation activities.Advises the executive office on fiscal and operational matters related to department functions.Develops and establishes goals and objectives consistent with the agencyand#8217;s strategic plan.Develops and implements policies and procedures for department financial activities to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.Establishes and maintains internal controls over financial and operational processes and records to ensure the safekeeping of department assets, processing of allowable expenditures in accordance with state statutes and regulations, and timely and accurate financial reporting.Oversees formulation, presentation and monitoring of the department operating budget.Oversees preparation of financial reports and forecasts reflecting cash balances, income and expenditures. versees activities to receive and deposit revenues and other funds due to the department from all sources in accordance with state statutes and regulations.Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with staff and executives at other state agencies, including oversight agencies ( State Comptrollerand#8217;s Office, State Auditorand#8217;s Office, Legislative Budget Board, Governorand#8217;s Office, State Office of Risk Management, among others).Reviews proposed legislation and oversees implementation of adopted legislation affecting the departmentand#8217;s budget, financial and related programming activities.Represents the department at board meetings, legislative hearings, panels, and other meetings, as needed.May travel up to 10% of the time. May include overnight travel. May require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed.Required to attend work regularly and adhere to approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESExtensive knowledge of fund accounting principles and procedures; budget development, implementation, and monitoring; and legislative budget processes.Knowledge and understanding of computer operating systems and software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Texasand#8217; Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).Knowledge of operational functions for an organization, including facilities management, fleet services, security, asset management, imaging, and mailroom operations.Highly skilled in managing financial and personnel resources to achieve organizational and individual goals.Ability to provide organizational leadership and foster collaborative relationships, both internally and externally, to accomplish organizational goals, solve problems, and resolve conflict.Ability to communicate complex ideas and information clearly, concisely and effectively.Skill in effective decision-making, including assessing risk and using good judgment to inform decisions and make recommendations to leadership.Skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support an overall business strategy to achieve expected results, anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks.Ability to interpret and analyze legislation, rules and regulations.Highly skilled in developing and leading presentations.Highly skilled in analyzing and organizing technical data.The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills held or performed by employees in this job. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation and ExperienceBachelor's degree in finance, accounting or a related field plus seven (7) years progressively responsible professional experience in financial administration and organizational governance. Graduate-level education in the above degree areas may be substituted for professional experience on a year per year basis.Must have five (5) years of demonstrated and progressively responsible executive and managerial experience.(Experience requirements may be satisfied by full-time experience or the prorated part-time equivalent.)PREFERRED REQUIREMENTSCertification and licensing in the State of Texas as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other financial certification.Work experience at a Texas state agency and extensive knowledge of State of Texas statutes and regulations related to financial administration and operational support functions, to include accounting, financial reporting, revenue management, budget and revenue forecasting, purchasing, facilities, fleet management, asset management, and mail services.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONBENEFITSThe State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefit
