Job Information
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Director of Administrative Services, Agriculture in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4606532 THE POSITION Are you a seasoned administrative expert ready to advance your career? If you possess the expertise in budget management and financial operations, the Department of Agriculture is looking for you! Seize the opportunity to apply for the Director of Administrative Services position and become a vital part of our team, overseeing the planning, coordination, and management of the Department's fiscal activities.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will be responsible for planning, directing, managing, and supervising the activities and operations of the Bureau of Administrative Services within the Department of Agriculture. This includes direct oversight of four divisions: Budget and Finance, Contracting and Procurement, Grants Management, and Office and Regional Services. The role entails overall direction and administration of the agency's budget, performance metrics, budget execution, and ensuring program efficiencies that align with the Department's objectives.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 1 day per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Six years of professional administrative experience including three years of supervisory experience in budgeting, accounting, purchasing, management methods work, or a closely related field, and a bachelor's degree; or An equivalent combination of professional experience and training that includes three years of supervisory experience in budgeting, accounting, purchasing, management methods work, or a closely related field. Additional Requirements:
You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualifications (not required): Experience overseeing or managing budget and finance operations.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please iscuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.