The Oklahoma Water Resources Board is a state agency responsible for overseeing the complex mission of managing, monitoring, planning for and financing the state's water resources and infrastructure towards reliable future supplies that support strong communities, commerce, and the environment. The agency is seeking a full-time Water Resources Division Chief in our Administrative Services Division to join our family of professionals in delivering exceptional services and expertise to Oklahomans.

Position: Water Resources Division Chief/Chief Financial Officer

Division: Administrative Services

Salary: Based on experience and education.

Location of Work: 3800 North Classen Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73118

Type of Employment: Position is exempt under (OAC) 260-130-1-2

Travel: Occasional overnight or 3–4-day travel for training & conference attendance is required.

Benefits

We proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial security, and work-life balance of eligible employees and their families:

Generous Annual Benefit Allowance: Up to $21,934 to help cover insurance premiums for employees and their families.
Comprehensive Insurance Plans: A variety of options with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Pre-tax savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Retirement Savings Plans:
- Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan: Employer matches 6% of a minimum 4.5% employee contribution (up to 7% if the employee contributes 7%).
- OPERS Defined Benefit Plan: Available for reenrollment to employees enrolled prior to November 1, 2015.
Paid Leave:
- 15 days annually during the first 1–5 years of service.
- 18 days annually for 5–10 years of service.
- 20 days annually for 10–20 years of service.
- 25 days annually for over 20 years of service.
- Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year.
Holidays: Eleven paid holidays annually.
Employee Discounts: Special rates with various vendors and companies.
Longevity Payment: Monetary rewards beginning at two years of service to recognize dedicated tenure.
Thrive: Empower Oklahoma State employees to improve & enhance their well-being.

This robust benefits package reflects our commitment to the well-being, financial security, and work-life harmony of our team members.

The Administrative Services Division chief plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the efficient and effective operation of all administrative functions of the agency. This position provides financial oversight, strategic direction, and operational management for finance, human resources, procurement, information technology, public information services, and facilities management. The Division Chief is responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures that support the agency's mission and goals, while ensuring sound financial practices. This position serves as a consultant too, and reports to the Executive Director.

Essential Functions.

Plan, organize, and direct the Board’s Administrative Services Division and supervise a staff of 12 to 15 full-time employees in planning and implementing programs.
Develop and implement comprehensive administrative strategies and key performance measures aligned with the agency’s mission and operational efficiency goals to ensure the agency meets its policy and service objectives while providing effective value and stewardship of public money.
Serves as agency CFO, ensuring effective financial systems and business processes, fiscal integrity through effective internal controls, and timely, reliable financial information for decision making.
Interpret and advise on rules, regulations, and laws, and develop policies and procedures for the agency.
Oversee financial operations, including accounts payable, payroll, billing, revenue, procurement, inventory, budget development and management, strategic planning, financial reporting (CAFR, CARF, or GAAP), and federal grants administration and compliance.
Supervise Human Resources functions, including human capital planning, onboarding, benefits, FMLA, FLSA, progressive discipline, and salary analysis.
Oversee the agency’s information technology infrastructure and ensure it supports operational needs, including implementation of long-term IT strategy.
Oversee the agency’s public information section, responsible for producing annual reports, informational products, external communications and social media, document storage, and GIS mapping platforms and products.
Oversee facility management to ensure operational needs and safety standards are met.
Work closely with other division leaders to identify and address administrative needs and build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Represents the agency and provides information at public hearings, meetings with state officials, workgroups, etc. and perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, And Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Public/Business Administration or a related field (master’s degree preferred); Certified Public Accountant or Certified Government Financial Manager is highly desirable.
Minimum of 6 years of experience in financial management, budgeting, grants administration, or a related field.
Experience in public sector management practices and principles, finance, human resources, procurement, and administrative operations is a plus.
Strong leadership, communication, supervisory, time management, and organizational skills.
Skill in analyzing and directing the resolution of complex management and programmatic issues; creating policy and procedures; establishing and maintaining effective business relationships, including but not limited to state officials, industry representatives, and the public; planning, coordinating, and evaluating divisional activities; and directing others in carrying out the Board’s goals.
Proficiency in budget and financial management software, grants administration platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.

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