Dfa Assistant Division Administrator

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county: pulaski
posting end date: [[postingenddate]]
anticipated starting salary: $114,390
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the mission of the department of finance and administration is to provide arkansas citizens convenient, effective, and courteous service which will encourage voluntary compliance with tax, license, and child support laws.

job series: revenue programs

class code: prp
03c

pay grade: spc
08

salary range: $114,390 - $169,298

the dfa assistant division administrator serves as a senior-level manager and advisor, supporting the division administrator in the day-to-day and strategic operations of a division within the arkansas department of finance and administration. This classification is responsible for helping lead organizational planning, program execution, personnel oversight, budgetary coordination, and policy implementation aligned with the mission of dfa and state law.

assist the division administrator in leading division-wide operations and managing daily administrative and programmatic activities.supervise section chiefs, unit managers, or program leads to ensure performance goals, timelines, and legal standards are met.coordinate the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and strategic plans that align with dfa goals and state law.oversee or support budget planning, fund management, procurement processes, or personnel actions for the division.provide

technical guidance and decision-making authority on matters related to revenue collection, program performance, budgeting, procurement, or accounting, depending on division scope.represent the division at high-level meetings, legislative briefings, interagency work groups, and public events as needed.monitor program outcomes, financial trends, audit findings, and performance data to support effective management and transparency.act on behalf of the division administrator when delegated, ensuring continuity of leadership and service delivery.

ability to develop and implement short- and long-term goals that align with division and agency objectives.clear, concise communicator with strong writing and presentation skills.proven ability to evaluate complex issues and make timely, data-informed decisions.skilled in conflict resolution, risk management, and responding to urgent matters with composure.

a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, law, economics, or a related field, plus six (6) years of experience in public administration, financial management, regulatory compliance, or program operations are required.

n/aother job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee.

the state of arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

veteran preference: a copy of a dd-214 must be submitted to the hiring official at the time of interview to be considered for veteran preference.

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