Correctional Records & Accounting Manager

Douglas County, Nebraska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas County is seeking an experienced Administrative Services professional to oversee accounting, record management, inmate services and related administrative functions in the correction system.

The position reports to the Administrative Services Manager or designee and responsibilities include supervising staff, managing budgets and contracts, preparing financial reports, and coordinating audits while ensuring compliance with policies and laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Three years accounting or office management experience required.
• One year of supervisory or lead experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a variety of support functions for the Douglas County Correction system.
• Establish effective working relationships with supervisors, county employees, elected officials, attorneys, law enforcement, judges, other agencies, and the public.
• Supervise assigned staff, providing training, monitoring and workload management.
• Perform management administrative responsibilities for assigned employees.
• Manage contracts for inmate services and oversee contractor performance.
• Review invoices from vendors and ensure timely payments per contract requirements.
• Compile and analyze financial and statistical information to develop conclusions and recommendations.
• Prepare departmental budget including revenue and expenditure projections.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Sociology or related field

Job description

Douglas County is seeking an experienced Administrative Services professional to oversee accounting, record management, inmate services and related administrative functions in the correction system.

The position reports to the Administrative Services Manager or designee and responsibilities include supervising staff, managing budgets and contracts, preparing financial reports, and coordinating audits while ensuring compliance with policies and laws.