FMS Lead Coordinator & Regional Outreach Liaison

HR Alliance; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Alliance seeks a capable FMS Lead Coordinator to guide Financial Management Service operations for participants in California’s Self-Determination Program. You will ensure DDS and regional center compliance, lead FMS staff, and liaise with regional centers statewide.

You will oversee outreach and program education, travel to regional centers, and collaboration with advocacy groups to promote program awareness and education. Strong leadership and bilingual communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and public speaking skills.
• Experience with outreach, education, and community engagement.
• Must be fluent in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for escalated participant concerns and complex case issues.
• Support participants, families, and independent facilitators in understanding FMS responsibilities, spending plan development, and allowable expenditures.
• Manage participant onboarding, employer setup, and implementation of budgets and Spending Plans.
• Lead outreach efforts to educate the public, service providers, advocacy groups, and community organizations about the Self-Determination Program and FMS role.
• Develop and conduct program education sessions, orientations, trainings, webinars, and workshops.
• Create educational materials such as guides, FAQs, videos, and presentations for various audiences.
• Represent the organization at public events, conferences, and stakeholder meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Public Speaking

Outreach

Spanish fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Services, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Job description

HR Alliance seeks a capable FMS Lead Coordinator to guide Financial Management Service operations for participants in California’s Self-Determination Program. You will ensure DDS and regional center compliance, lead FMS staff, and liaise with regional centers statewide.

You will oversee outreach and program education, travel to regional centers, and collaboration with advocacy groups to promote program awareness and education. Strong leadership and bilingual communication are essential.