Fiscal Management Specialist

THE POSITIONWould you enjoy conducting complex financial responsibilities for an agency whose mission is to engage, coordinate, and lead the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s effort to prevent and reduce drug, alcohol, and gambling addiction and abuse? The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) is seeking a Fiscal Management Specialist 2 who demonstrates a commitment to accurate and timely work results as well as possesses strong organizational and communication skills.

Help us promote recovery for Pennsylvanian's in need while working in a great team environment where there is plenty of opportunity for professional growth!

DESCRIPTION OF WORKThis position supports the Fiscal Management Division by managing federal funds and completing important financial tasks that strengthen statewide substance use disorder programs. The role requires detailed analysis, careful documentation, and cooperation with staff across the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs. As a Fiscal Management Specialist 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Grant Oversight:
  Manage daily activities for State Opioid Response appropriations including expenditure reports, fund analysis, and financial adjustments
• Budget Support:
  Assist in preparing spending plans, salary projections, and federal funds approval documents for budget processes
• Compliance Review:
  Examine federal guidelines and notices to ensure grant applications and awards meet all requirements
• Fiscal Documentation:
  Prepare fiscal materials for applications, progress reports, budget revisions, and post award amendments
• Award Tracking:
  Monitor grant award conditions, deadlines, and reporting requirements to maintain compliance with federal agencies
• Financial Coordination:
  Create and maintain spreadsheets and databases to evaluate expenditures and support program and audit requests

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Free parking
• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework:
  You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. You will be required to report in-office 2 days per week and for special events. 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.
  
  The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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.

• One year as a Fiscal Management Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of experience in professional fiscal administration, and a bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, or a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

• You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• 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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

• 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…