Disaster Finance Manager

Department-of-State-Health-Services; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Dept of State Health Services in Austin, TX seeks a Disaster Finance Manager to lead the Disaster Cost Recovery Team and manage budgeting and financial reporting. The role supports 50% telework eligibility with 50% onsite work in the Program Finance Unit.

The position requires experience in budgeting, financial analysis, staff supervision, and knowledge of state/federal financial policies. Travel is up to 5% and normal daytime shifts apply.

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing budgeting and finance operations.
• Experience developing and analyzing financial reports.
• Experience managing and providing leadership to professional staff.
• Prefer experience in utilizing agency purchasing systems (CAPPS Financials).

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily operations and activities of the Disaster Cost Recovery Team and develops goals, guidelines, and procedures.
• Supervises staff, including hiring, performance evaluations, and leave approvals.
• Evaluates activities, reviews procedures, and ensures compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Represent the Program Finance Section in internal and external workgroups and meetings; assist in system design and implementation.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Financial management

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Analytical thinking

Communication

Policy compliance

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

Access

HHSAS

HRMS

Job description

Career Opportunities: Disaster Finance Manager (22808)

Employee Benefits

DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS). To learn more about all the benefits available to you as a DSHS employee and other DSHS opportunities for early career pathways, visit the DSHS Careers Page .

Functional Title

Disaster Finance Manager
Job Title: Manager V
Agency: Dept of State Health Services
Department: Program Finance
Posting Number: 22808
Closing Date: 11/12/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations
Salary Range: $6,377.50 - $8,712.12
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-26
Shift: Day
Additional Shift: None
Telework: Eligible for Telework
Travel: Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (RDM)
Other Locations: None
MOS Codes: 0203,0207,0302,0520,0602,0802,1802,5502,6302,6502,7202,7208,7210,7220,111X,112X,113X,114X,16GX,41AX 611X,612X,631X,632X,641X,648X,86M0,86P0,8U000,9G100,SEI15

Brief Job Description

Performs complex (journey-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of the Disaster Cost Recovery Team. Work involves establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, procedures, and policies; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinating and evaluating activities; developing and evaluating budget requests; and monitoring budget expenditures. Oversees the disaster reimbursement process, the development and production of financial reports to support the reimbursement process and assists in supporting operational planning within the Program Finance Unit. Supervises the work of others. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position has potential to telecommute; 50% onsite and 50% remote. If you live outside the state of Texas, only apply if you are willing to relocate.

Essential Job Functions

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

(25%) Oversees the daily operations and activities of the Disaster Cost Recovery Team. Plans, assigns and supervises the work of the staff. Establishes goals and objectives; develops, reviews, and implements policies, procedures and guidelines, develops, and approves schedules, priorities, standards, and measurement tools for determining progress in achieving goals.

(25%) Supervises staff including hiring and selection, assigning and monitoring work, completing performance evaluations, recommending staff development and training, recommending personnel and disciplinary actions, and scheduling and approving leave. Manage the professional, timely, thorough and effective completion of tasks in accordance with specified deadlines.

(25%) Responsible for evaluating activities including monitoring compliance with policies and procedures and identifying needed changes. Reviews and approves team internal operating procedures and processes in compliance with agency policy. Responsible for staying current with state and federal requirements and practices relating to team assigned tasks. Reviews team operations to identify needed changes and makes recommendations for improvement. Provides advice and makes recommendations to the Program Finance Manager and Director on potential issues.

(20%) Represents the Program Finance Section in internal and external workgroups and meetings. Provides technical and functional expertise to assist in processing of program functions and processes. Participates in automated system design and implementation activities. Communicates verbally and in writing with federal, state and local governments, agency vendors and the general public as required.

(5%) Conduct other duties as required.

Flexibility in work hours, including overtime and/or extended hours, may be required for this position.This position is allowed to telework 50% onsite and 50% remote. If you live outside the state of Texas, only apply if you are willing to relocate.

Registration, Licensure Requirement or Certifications

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of financial management, practices and operations.
• Knowledge of the State of Texas and federal accounting, budgeting, and other financial policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of federal cost principles.
• Knowledge of the principles of management and supervision of personnel.
• Skills in providing financial analyses/forecasting/projections to staff.
• Skills in management principles and practices.
• Skills in project management and prioritization.
• Skills in problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Skills in computer software including, but not limited to Excel, Access, HHSAS, HRMS, and other governmental financial or human resources applications.
• Skills in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems; and the use of a computer and applicable software.
• Ability to manage accounting, budgeting, and finance operations; to establish goals and objectives; to devise solutions to administrative problems; to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures; to prepare reports; to communicate effectively; and to supervise the work of others.
• Ability to rapidly resolve complex problems using critical thinking; operate with minimal guidance and effectively resolve issues without supervision; possess strong analytical and research skills.
• Ability to effectively utilize digital programs to ensure efficiency and experience in preparing concise reports for use by senior executives.
• Ability to make independent and sound technical judgment and to analyze new situations when they are encountered.
• Ability to assess, interpret, and communicate financial information.
• Ability to make recommendations to address financial issues.
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally.
• Ability to deal effectively with diverse groups and individuals and to maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to organize workload and set priorities.
• Ability to work in a team.

Initial Screening Criteria

• Experienced in managing budgeting, and finance operations.
• Experience developing and analyzing financial reports.
• Experience managing and providing leadership to professional staff.
• Prefer experience in utilizing agency purchasing systems (CAPPS Financials).

Additional Information Section

Full salary range may not be offered due to budget limitations.

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ .

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at [e-mail] .

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 form