Senior Financial Systems Project Liaison, Operations & Policy Analyst 4

$10,161 - $82,812/Yr

Department Of Human Services - Salem, OR

Full-time - Mid Level

Salem, OR

10,001+ employees

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Senior Financial Systems Project Liaison, Operations & Policy Analyst 4 position at the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) is a key role focused on improving and optimizing service delivery through the Financial Systems Modernization Project. This position involves making critical decisions regarding program and system analysis, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and providing consultative advice on financial management aspects. The role requires collaboration with various stakeholders to implement financial solutions and manage operational and policy changes related to new programs and systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Senior Financial Project Analyst for the Financial Systems Modernization Project.
• Work closely with key partners in the research and development of new systems.
• Provide consultative advice on administrative, policy, programmatic, and financial management aspects of ODHS/OHA.
• Coordinate comprehensive studies to evaluate business operations and program regulations.
• Explain policy issues and the effects of proposed legislation on financial systems and program operations.
• Review and provide feedback on fiscal impact statements and monitor implementation of legislation.
• Review submission of federal advanced planning documents related to financial system modernization.
• Recommend submission document revisions and develop requirements/policies based on final approved documents.
• Assist with market research for modernization efforts.
• Define and draft financial policy and system requirements by collaborating with stakeholders.

Requirements

• Eight years of professional-level evaluative, analytical, and planning work experience.
• Education in Accounting, Finance, Business, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business/Administration, Education, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Economics, health, or human services.
• Experience with Financial Systems and Financial Applications.
• Experience with Government financial and accounting systems and processes.
• Customer service skills and experience with user support.
• Experience as a systems analyst, including requirements, testing, and procedures.
• Experience writing user/procedural material and responding to users clearly and succinctly.
• Multi-tasking skills and comfort in working independently.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with tact and professionalism.
• Ability to analyze problems and develop solutions effectively.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with cloud-based technologies and solutions.
• Familiarity with legislative and executive intent regarding financial systems.

Benefits

• ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
• Annual salary increases until reaching the top of the listed salary range.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Cost of Living Adjustments.
• Amazing benefits package.