Assistant Chief of Fiscal/Administrative Services (Hybrid)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAre you a health care finance leader with Medicaid or health insurance experience, who builds and mentors strong teams, and can present complex financial information clearly to executive leadership?�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe�State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services (DSS) – is currently recruiting for an Assistant Chief of Fiscal Administrative Services in Hartford, CT. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nDSS is seeking an experienced and strategic financial leader to serve as an Assistant Chief of Fiscal/Administrative Services. In this critical leadership role, you will help guide the fiscal and budgetary operations supporting Medicaid, SNAP, and other essential safety net programs, while managing the complexity of approximately $10 billion in state and federal funds annually.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAs a key advisor to DSS executive leadership, the Office of Policy and Management, legislative staff, federal partners, and program leaders, you will turn complex financial data into clear insights that support sound decision-making. You will lead sophisticated analyses of Medicaid and health care program finances, develop forecasting and scenario models, monitor spending and emerging fiscal risks, and assess the financial impact of proposed legislation, regulations, and policy changes.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nYou will also have the opportunity to lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing fiscal team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. From presenting financial trends and recommendations to executive leadership to developing dashboards and performance measures that make data actionable, your expertise will directly contribute to the effective stewardship of resources that support Connecticut residents and communities.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you are a forward-thinking financial professional who thrives on complex challenges, enjoys developing people, and wants your work to have a meaningful statewide impact, we encourage you to bring your leadership and expertise to DSS and apply today!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPosition Highlights:\r\n\r\n\r\n Location: Hartford, CT\r\n Full-time | Hybrid \r\n Monday – Friday | 8:00 am – 4:30 pm\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWhat we can offer you:\r\n\r\n\r\n View our State Employee Benefits Overview page!\r\n Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.\r\n A healthy�work-life balance to all employees!\r\n The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.� Click here for more information.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAbout the Department of Social Services:\r\nThe State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services (DSS) delivers and funds a wide range of programs and services as Connecticut’s multi-faceted health and human services agency.� DSS services about 1 million residents of all ages in all 169 Connecticut cities and towns.� We support the basic needs of children, families, older and other adults, including persons with disabilities.� Services are delivered through 12 field offices, central administration, online and phone access options.� Follow us on twitter�@ctdss�and see what we are all about!\r\n\r\n\r\n

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:�\r\nCheck out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process.\r\n�\r\n\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. �\r\n Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below. \r\n Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.�\r\n Preferred Shift/Location:�Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.�\r\n Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. �Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.�\r\n Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.�\r\n Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n �Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your�Personal Status Board�regularly.�For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”\r\n Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).���\r\n Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!�\r\n Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.��\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.��\r\n Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:�\r\nDue to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Rocky Young at Rocky.Young@ct.gov\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for assisting in the administration of the administrative programs and operations of the agency.\r\n

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n Assists in� directing staff and operations of fiscal management functions including budget preparation and management, accounting and financial reporting and analysis;\r\n Assists in coordinating, planning and managing activities;\r\n Formulates program goals and objectives;\r\n Develops or assists in development of related policy;\r\n Reviews fiscal and administrative operations for effectiveness and compliance with statutory requirements and agency policies and procedures;\r\n Evaluates staff;\r\n Directs or assists in the direction of budget management function;\r\n Maintains contacts with and acts as liaison to individuals� within and outside of state who might impact on program activities;\r\n Advises agency head regarding fiscal and administrative matters;\r\n Assists EDP experts in planning and implementation of financial aspects of EDP systems;\r\n Utilizes EDP systems for financial records, reports and analyses;\r\n Prepares programmatic fiscal/administrative analysis and impact statements on proposed regulations and legislation;\r\n Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;\r\n May direct support services such as maintenance, duplicating services, switchboard, mailroom, food services, security and housekeeping;\r\n In a facility or institution may ensure conformance with related standards of JCAH, OSHA, Environmental Protection and other regulatory agencies;\r\n May direct a program of internal and/or external audit;\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n \r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n Considerable knowledge of\r\n \r\n and ability to apply management principles and practices;\r\n and ability to understand and apply relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;\r\n principles and practices of public administration with special reference to governmental budget management and governmental accounting;\r\n \r\n \r\n Knowledge of principles and procedures of payroll, purchasing, grant administration and contract administration;\r\n Considerable\r\n \r\n interpersonal skills;\r\n oral and written communication skills;\r\n \r\n \r\n Considerable ability in preparation and analysis of financial and statistical reports;\r\n Ability to utilize EDP systems for financial management.\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Ten (10) years of experience in a combination of fiscal/administrative functions (e.g. accounting, accounts examining, budget management, grants administrative, payroll, purchasing, or other administrative functions) at least one (1) of which must be an accounting function.�\r\nNOTE: See addendum for descriptions of these fiscal/administrative functions.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been supervising professional level staff. \r\nNOTE: For state employees this experience is at the level of a Budget Specialist or Fiscal/Administrative Supervisor. \r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

1. College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.\r\n2. A Master's degree in public administration, business administration or accounting may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.\r\n

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n Experience with Medicaid or other complex financial analysis, including expenditure analysis, forecasting, reimbursement, federal and state funding, impact of policy changes through legislation or regulation or other fiscal activities related to Medicaid.\r\n Experience analyzing pharmaceutical costs and trends, including drug utilization and expenditure analysis, forecasting the budget impact of new or high-cost drugs, pharmacy reimbursement, or drug rebate programs/340B drug pricing.\r\n Experience communicating and presenting complex financial or budget information to executive leadership, legislators, or other stakeholders through written reports, presentations, and recommendations to leadership and other stakeholders.\r\n Experience leading and developing finance and accounting staff, including assigning, reviewing and prioritizing work, providing technical guidance and feedback, and supporting professional growth.\r\n Experience building strong working relationships across organizations, collaborating with program, policy, or other non-finance teams to develop estimates or resolve issues.\r\n\r\n

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.� As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.\r\n