DFA ASSISTANT DIVISION ADMINISTRATOR

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 114,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arkansas’ Department of Finance and Administration seeks a senior manager to support the Division Administrator in day-to-day and strategic operations. This role leads planning, programs, budgeting, and policy execution in alignment with state law.

As a key advisor, you will oversee division-wide activities, supervise managers, and ensure performance against goals while maintaining transparency and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• The candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, law, economics, or related field and six years of relevant experience.
• Strong writing and presentation skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Ability to develop and implement short- and long-term goals aligned with agency objectives.
• Proven capability to evaluate complex issues and make timely, data-informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead division-wide operations and supervise section chiefs or program leads.
• Coordinate development and implementation of policies and strategic plans.
• Oversee budget planning, fund management, procurement processes, and personnel actions.
• Provide technical guidance on revenue collection, budgeting, procurement, or accounting.
• Represent the division in high-level meetings, briefings, and interagency workgroups.
• Monitor program outcomes, financial trends, audits, and performance data.
• Act for the Division Administrator when delegated to ensure continuity.

Skills

Communication

Writing

Decision Making

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration or related field

Job description

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Position Number: 22108280
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: [[postingEndDate]]
Anticipated Starting Salary: $114,390
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The mission of the Department of Finance and Administration is to provide Arkansas citizens convenient, effective, and courteous service which will encourage voluntary compliance with tax, license, and child support laws.

Position Information

Job Series: Revenue Programs

Class Code: PRP03C

Pay Grade: SPC08

Salary Range: $114,390 - $169,298

Job Summary

The DFA Assistant Division Administrator serves as a senior-level manager and advisor, supporting the Division Administrator in the day-to-day and strategic operations of a division within the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. This classification is responsible for helping lead organizational planning, program execution, personnel oversight, budgetary coordination, and policy implementation aligned with the mission of DFA and state law.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist the Division Administrator in leading division-wide operations and managing daily administrative and programmatic activities.Supervise section chiefs, unit managers, or program leads to ensure performance goals, timelines, and legal standards are met.Coordinate the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and strategic plans that align with DFA goals and state law.Oversee or support budget planning, fund management, procurement processes, or personnel actions for the division.Provide technical guidance and decision-making authority on matters related to revenue collection, program performance, budgeting, procurement, or accounting, depending on division scope.Represent the division at high-level meetings, legislative briefings, interagency workgroups, and public events as needed.Monitor program outcomes, financial trends, audit findings, and performance data to support effective management and transparency.Act on behalf of the Division Administrator when delegated, ensuring continuity of leadership and service delivery.

Knowledge and Skills

Ability to develop and implement short- and long-term goals that align with division and agency objectives.Clear, concise communicator with strong writing and presentation skills.Proven ability to evaluate complex issues and make timely, data-informed decisions.Skilled in conflict resolution, risk management, and responding to urgent matters with composure.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, law, economics, or a related field, plus six (6) years of experience in public administration, financial management, regulatory compliance, or program operations are required.

Licensure/Certifications

N/AOTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Veteran Preference: A copy of a DD-214 must be submitted to the Hiring Official at the time of interview to be considered for Veteran Preference.

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