Description
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Finance and Administrative Director
Terms: Regular full-time position (40hrs/week), with benefits
Salary Range: $91,773.00 - $112,489.00
Closing Date: September 30th, 2024
Why work for Snohomish Conservation District?
One of 45 conservation districts in the State of Washington, the Snohomish Conservation District is a leader among peers with green stormwater infrastructure, youth education, community engagement, and climate resilient habitat restoration and agriculture programs. We take the mission of the District to heart – “work cooperatively with others to promote and encourage conservation and responsible use of natural resources” – as we implement successful and innovative approaches to getting real work done on-the-ground. If you want to play a key role in climate resiliency and environmental conservation, you’ve found the right place. Join us in contributing to a healthy future.
The job opportunity
As the Finance and Administrative Director, you will lead a team charged with the financial and administrative functions of the District to include grant management, procurement, human resources, and policy compliance. The Finance and Administrative Director works collaboratively with the management team to further District strategic planning goals.
Duties
What you will do:
- Provide technical assistance and administrative guidance for accounting, payroll, contracting, HR, budget, and financial responsibilities for projects and grants.
- Ensure successful coordination of state and federal audits.
- Review and provide input into updating policies and procedures as needed.
- Assist in annual budgeting and strategic planning.
- Supervise and mentor staff on the Finance and Administrative team.
- Collaborate with grant managers to create content, deliverables, and budget for new grant opportunities.
- Oversee procurement processes.
- Oversee and evaluate administrative processes and procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Qualifications
What we need you to bring:
- A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, accounting, law, natural resources, or related field.
- Three years of supervisory/program management experience (alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered).
- Experience with contracts and grants through different funding agencies.
- Experience with accounting software and proficiency with excel and word.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse groups and individuals.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task effectively, and phenomenal attention to detail.
- Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, public relations, negotiation, coordination, and diplomacy skills.
- Team player and collaborative approach to solving problems with staff and partners.
- Ability to see the needs of the District and pro-actively work to create or improve processes, procedures, and available resources.
- Demonstrated experience with project management tools and ability to implement and manage project management tools for the District.
- Experience with organizational financial management and budget development and tracking experience.
Preferred knowledge, skill, and abilities
- A Master’s degree in public administration, business administration, natural resources management, accounting, law, or a related field.
- Five years or more of supervisory/program management experience.
- A professional knowledge of policies and practices of conservation districts.
- A working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules and policies that directly affect natural resource conservation on private lands in Washington.
- Knowledge of and/or experience providing Human Resources support to staff.
- Experience with payroll, billing, BARS, general accounting principles, and audits.
- A working knowledge of Smartsheet and Springbrook Express software.
- A working knowledge of government procurement processes, ability to serve as subject matter expert.
- Experience with local, state, and federal contracts and grants through different funding agencies.
Supplemental Information
What we offer:
At SCD, we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
- Medical insurance premium coverage through Washington State PEBB at 100% for full-time employees.
- Dental insurance coverage through Washington State PEBB for full-time employees. The District matches employee dependent’s dental premiums at 100%.
- A monthly contribution to a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) plan through Voluntary Employees Beneficiary Association (VEBA) for employees who opt to waive District medical insurance coverage.
- Life Insurance through Washington State Health Care Authority (WSHCA), with coverage paid by the District.
- Long Term Care coverage through the WA Cares Fund, with premiums paid by the District.
- Long Term Disability through WSHCA.
- 12 paid holidays each year, plus annual and sick leave accrued at 8 hours per month.
- Employer-contributed retirement program through the State of Washington Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) and the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
Location and Flexibility
We value work-life balance and offer hybrid working opportunities. The position will be based in our Lake Stevens office. Following a successful onboarding period, there will be an option to work remotely part of the time. Some essential functions of this position require in-office work at specific times.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please submit the following materials via our website at https://snohomishcd.org/employment
- Cover letter stating why you are interested in this position
- CV or resume detailing your related experience
If you have questions about applying or need accommodation during the application process, contact Sally Cunningham at hr@snohomishcd.org or (360) 631-6736.
