Financial and Business Coordinator

Description

Pay Grade: M

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Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters. 

What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact.  No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths 
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

As a Financial and Business Coordinator within the Division of Epidemiology at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Job Responsibilities

• Gathers, verifies, and consolidates a variety of budget/financial data to be used in the formulation of spreadsheets and presentations. 
• Researches, verifies, and revises budget/program data, as required, for correct budget/program submission and execution. 
• Provide support for various contract-related activities: implementation of procedures, budgets, and tracking invoices/payments.
• Prioritizing grant applications and collaborating with program leadership, staff, and other subject matter experts to ensure alignment of funding opportunities with strategic priorities.
• Assists staff in preparation of grant applications and proposals: prepares grant applications in accordance with regulations, policies, and procedures; interprets, explains, applies, and ensures compliance with guidelines of granting agents and with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures; submits grant applications, and quarterly and annual progress reports.
• Will support budget development, assist with monitoring budget expenditures for grant compliance; maintain accurate and complete grant files; perform grant related special projects and periodic program monitoring; coordinate with other departments on grant close-out procedures. 
• Maintains a strong knowledge of all program areas within the Division. 

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in communication, English, or public relations from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of experience related to area of assignment; 
or 
One (1) year of experience required at the lower level Busi Support Analyst 3 (GSP132). 
Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in PeopleSoft Financials and Team Georgia Marketplace. 
• Experience in contracts, contract amendments and renewals. 
• Proficiency in Excel.

Additional Information

Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and  leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of  breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their goals.  A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in physical activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.