Financial Analyst Sr. #W1778/W5483

Title: Financial Analyst Sr. #W1778/W5483

State Role Title: Financial Services Specialist II

Hiring Range: $78,000 - $86,000/yr. (commensurate with experience)

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Social Services

Location: DSS HOME OFFICE

Agency Website: www.dss.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

At the Virginia Department of Social Services, we put people at the center of everything we do. We believe that every Virginian can live a life of dignity and that all voices, ideas and experiences contribute greatly to our pursuit of excellence. Inspired by continuous improvement, we commit ourselves to listening, learning and cultivating environments of trust, respect and positive engagement. Together, we are mission-driven, eager to achieve, and passionate about bringing the best of who we are to those we serve.

We design and deliver high-quality human services that help Virginians achieve safety, independence and overall well-being. We are a $2 billion agency – one of the largest in the Commonwealth of Virginia – partnering with 120 local departments of social services and 31 community action agencies, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, to promote the well-being of children, adults, and families statewide. We proudly serve alongside 1,650 (state) and 12,200 (local) human services professionals throughout the Social Services System, who ensure that thousands of Virginia’s most vulnerable citizens have easy access to the services and benefits available to them.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDSS offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short and Long Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching – Employee Benefits.

The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS), Division of Family Services is currently seeking a Financial Analyst, Sr. The primary purpose of this position is to provide the analytical and financial expertise necessary to link program requirements and policy as it pertains to Titles IV-E and IV-B spending related to the protection and prevention program (child protective services, prevention services, In-Home services, training, Family First Prevention Services Act, etc). This position will provide the expertise necessary to manage and monitor state general funds and other funding sources. This position serves as a back up to the Permanency Fiscal Consultant maintaining working knowledge of child welfare funding for permanency programs (foster care, adoption, resource family, training, Family First Prevention Services Act, etc). This position works closely with the Division’s budget manager. This position represents management’s interest by taking or recommending the necessary action to develop program plans, policies, procedures, and policy-related materials for the Child Welfare spending including state general funds, Title IV-E, Title IV-B and other allowable financial claims. This position will recommend strategic changes and priorities and implement changes to comply with federal and state rules and regulations. Through comprehensive research and analysis, plan and develop agency and state position statements on legislative changes, administrative rules, and policy statements that may affect the state Child Welfare program. Review and track federal legislation which may impact Child Welfare federal revenue; explain policy issues and effect of proposed legislation to management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Comprehensive working knowledge of budgeting and accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to plan, monitor, and report on complex budget issues, including forecasting revenue and expenditures, and recommending action to management.
• Strong analytical skills including gathering and analyzing data for significance and trends; and manipulating data contained in financial systems into clear, concise management reports.
• Ability to understand complex federal and state regulations and guidance, including financial regulations, and ability to use that knowledge to write and implement policies and inform written and oral communications.
• Ability to understand Title IV-E and IV-B Intergovernmental Agreements and explain those agreements to a variety of audiences, ranging from social workers to executives.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office, Google Suite (i.e. Gmail, Chat, Google Meet, Sheets), and in the use of financial databases and automated information systems.

Key competencies include:
Critical thinking, problem solving, planning and organizing, decision-making, oral and written communication, influencing and leading, delegation, teamwork, negotiation, conflict management, organization and adaptability.

Additional Considerations

• Demonstrated work experience in an analytical role within budget and/or finance.
• Knowledge and/or experience with Human Services, policy analysis, and/or monitoring of and compliance with legislation is preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a fingerprint-based criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.

VDSS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Please be advised that this position may be approved to work onsite for two days per week and work remotely for three days per week.

Selected candidate may be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

To be considered for this position, you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line “Virginia Jobs” (PageUp) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional considerations as stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date.

The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

VDSS does not provide sponsorship.

VDSS is an official certified state agency that values the service and experience of our Veterans. As such, Veterans are encouraged to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni also are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants, if requested, during the application and/or interview process.

If you have been affected by Policy 1.30 Layoff as a state employee and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Card (Blue Card), you must submit this document through the “Virginia Jobs” (PageUp) employment site when you apply.

Contact Information

Name: VDSS - Division of Human Resources

Phone: dssrecruitment@dss.virginia.gov

Email: dssrecruitment@dss.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.