What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance/Administrative Coordinator #1713 position at Geauga County Commissioners?
JOB OPPORTUNITY #1713
Posted on Friday, October 23, 2026 until filled
Position: Finance/Administrative Coordinator
Department: Emergency Management Agency (Geauga County)
Pay Grade: 10E (Classified: Exempt from overtime)
Compensation: $23.94/Hr. Excellent Benefits Package
Definition: Under the general direction of the EMA Director, the Finance/Administrative Coordinator provides high-level administrative and fiscal support to the Emergency Management Agency. The Finance/Administrative Coordinator serves as a primary point of contact for financial and administrative matters and supports emergency operations through coordination of communications, fiscal processing, records management, and office administration. The Finance/Administrative Coordinator manages the financial and administrative functions within the Incident Command System. Performs related duties as required and all other duties as assigned.
Key Responsibilities:
40% Office Administration and Strategic Communications
· Act as a receptionist and primary point of contact for the Emergency Management Agency, responding to inquiries from the public, elected officials, department heads, and external agencies.
· Coordinate agency communications, including receipt, routing, tracking, and retention of correspondence and official documents.
· Maintain the agency’s website and social media platforms, ensuring timely posting of relevant emergency information and updates.
· Oversee daily office operations, including procurement and organization of equipment and supplies, and coordination of meeting scheduling and logistics. Conduct annual office asset and supply inventory.
· Provide administrative and operational support to the Director and Deputy Directors.
· Maintain official agency files and records in accordance with retention requirements.
40% Finance and Grant Management
· Perform and monitor fiscal activities related to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including processing vouchers, pay-ins, and billing transactions.
· Maintain electronic fiscal records and monitor payment activity to ensure accuracy, compliance, and proper documentation.
· Provide payroll processing and assist with fiscal reporting and documentation as directed.
· Submit required documentation for grants and fiscal reports, including end of year grant reporting to the Geauga County Auditor.
10% Continuity of Operations
· Assume the Operations and Logistics Management duties of the Deputy Director- Operations in their absence.
· Assume the Planning and Training Management duties of the Deputy Director- Preparedness in their absence.
10% Emergency Operations
· Serve as Administrative Secretary in the Emergency Operations Center during partial or full activations
· Serve in administrative and financial management positions within the Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) structures during emergencies.
· Manage resource procurement during emergencies
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Confidentiality requirements, ethics standards, and handling sensitive information.
- National Incident Management System and Incident Command System.
Website content management and electronic document
Skill in:
- Coordinating executive schedules, meetings, and logistics.
- Managing multiple priorities in a high-volume emergency management environment.
- Preparing and formatting agendas, reports, and official correspondence for executive review.
- Maintaining electronic filing systems and digital records.
- Customer service and professional public interaction in a government setting.
- Keyboarding and document preparation using modern office software.
Ability to:
- Exercise sound judgment, professionalism, and a high degree of confidentiality in handling sensitive matters.
- Communicate effectively with elected officials, agency leadership, department heads, and external stakeholders.
- Prioritize and manage competing deadlines in support of agency operations.
- Work independently while coordinating closely with agency leadership.
- Accurately prepare and maintain official records and meeting documentation.
Suggested Training and Experience Requirements:
· Associates degree from a recognized college or university, or any combination of education, certifications, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
Additional Requirements:
- Must pass (test negative) pre-employment drug test.
- May work flexible schedule based on needs of agency.
- Must possess valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain acceptable driving record.
- May drive personal vehicle for county business.
- Requires vision (which may be corrected) to read small print.
Submit a resume AND applicationto the Geauga County Commissioners,
Attn: HR Administrator#1713, 12611 Ravenwood Dr. Suite #350, Chardon, OH 44024
or e-mail to boccjobs@Geauga.oh.gov. Details and applicationform at:
https://bocc.geauga.oh.gov/public-notifications/job-opportunities
Pay: From $23.94 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person