Job Location: This position will be located at 205 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, MO 65101.

Why you’ll love this position:

The Division of Financial and Administrative Services is responsible for distributing all federal and state funds to local school districts, public charter schools and other agencies that provide education-related services. The division assists local school officials with budgeting, audits, and the reporting of financial statistics, both state and federal. The division also provides assistance with school administrative and governance issues. Other personnel in this division administer the federally-funded school lunch and breakfast programs.

What you’ll do:

• Coordinate the financial and accounting functions within the Office of Educator Quality, Office of Data System Managements, and other assigned sections within the Division of Financial and Administrative Services.
• Review and approve expenditures and disbursements (expense accounts, DPRs, invoices, etc.) in order to ensure sufficient budget capacity, compliance with procurement regulations, and the accuracy of accounting information for Educator Quality.
• Oversee the annual preparation and submission of the applicable budget request forms for Core Decision Items, Program Descriptions, and New Budget Request forms that are part of the annual DESE Budget Book.
• Assist with the development, tracking, and fiscal monitoring of contracts, grants, MOUs, IFBs, and IFQs.
• Reconcile revolving funds and provide assistance with all business-related activities—such as conferences, workshops, and other cost recovery projects.
• Serve as a member on the department’s Fiscal Liaison Committee.
• Review and interpret fiscal statutes and regulations (Federal and state) related to programs within assigned Offices/Sections. Apply a working knowledge of these laws and regulations to ensure compliance and accountability.
• Develop resources and guidance documents to assist LEAs with the implementation of rules, statutes, and regulations that relate to programs within assigned Offices/Sections.
• Provide webinars, presentations, and targeted technical assistance to varied audiences related to financial topics for assigned Offices/Sections.
• Oversee the allocation, distribution, and reconciliation of all grants and appropriations for assigned Offices/Sections.
• Full job description available upon request.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in Business Administration, Finance, Special Education, or other related area.
• Three or more years of coordination, supervision, and administration of fiscal programs, or other experience that contributes directly to the understanding of activities of this assignment.

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position please contact: hr@dese.mo.gov

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at hr@dese.mo.gov.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to Department employment practices may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Human Resources Director, 8th floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0480; telephone number 573-751-9619 or TYY 800-735-2966.
To Our Applicants with Disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.
Notice to Applicants: The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.