Regional Business Manager

State of Washington; Lacey (WA); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking a Regional Business Manager to lead financial oversight and business services across Region 3 facilities. The role emphasizes strategic leadership, Lean process improvement, and safeguarding public funds through robust internal controls.

The position is full-time, exempt, with a monthly salary of $11,261 and telework/hybrid options within Washington state. Travel may be required to support operations and collaboration across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business management or related field from an accredited institution; substitution year-for-year for up to 4 years of required experience
• Experience with governmental accounting and compliance with appropriation laws
• Strong supervisory and leadership capabilities to manage a regional team
• Ability to implement Lean principles to improve processes and reduce waste

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Local Business Managers and Business Services operations at facilities
• Provide oversight of budgets and financial records for accuracy and compliance
• Plan and administer efficient and effective regional business services
• Lead Lean improvement efforts to optimize workflows and reduce non-value-added activities
• Support strategic planning and resource management across Region 3 facilities

Education

Eleven (11) years of professional accounting experience (journey level or higher)

Five (5) years of supervisory experience (coaching, mentoring, training)

Four (4) years of professional level experience providing consult/direction on ethics, budgeting, accounting, purchasing, warehousing, rules and regulations

Extensive working knowledge of Governmental Accounting

Tools

AFRS (Enterprise Reporting)

Enterprise Reporting (FastTrack)

Datacube

ATLAS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Regional Business Manager

Full Time | Exempt Band 3

Salary Range: $11,261 Monthly

This is a telework/hybrid position. The candidate of choice may work from anywhere within the state of Washington with a reliable internet connection. Travel may be required.

The Washington State Department of Corrections has a unique opportunity for a business leader who thrives operational excellence, and developing high-performing teams to join our Business Enterprise Services & Technology team as a Regional Business Manager (RBM)! The goal of the Regional Business Manager is to help ensure our Region 3 correctional facilities have the resources, financial oversight, and business practices necessary to support safe and effective operations.

As a Regional Business Manager, you will provide leadership and oversight to local business managers across the Southwest Region’s prisons, ensuring facilities have the tools, supplies, and equipment needed to maintain essential correctional operations. The candidate of choice will provide oversight of financial management practices, ensure the accuracy and integrity of departmental financial records, maintain compliance with appropriation laws, and uphold internal controls in accordance with the Office of Financial Management (OFM) requirements. Your work will support informed decision-making, responsible stewardship of public funds, and effective resource management throughout the region.

We are seeking a candidate who will promote a positive, respectful, and professional workplace climate. Through effective personnel management, you will foster staff growth and development while promoting ethical practices, fairness, and accountability. Additionally, you will lead efforts to improve business practices and operational performance by applying Lean principles to evaluate workflows, eliminate non-value-added activities, and reduce inefficiencies across the system.

If you’re ready to combine strategic leadership, financial expertise, and continuous improvement to make a meaningful impact, join DOC and help strengthen the business operations that support our mission to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

We are looking for teammates who share our vision of public service and are committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that fosters and inspires excellence, while promoting innovation, engagement, and safety, leading to better outcomes for our incarcerated population, our agency, and our community.

As a Regional Business Manager, some of your duties will include:

• Managing and administering a comprehensive program in accordance with agency policy, WACs, CBA, and Laws
• Providing direct supervision and leadership of Local Business Managers (LBM) and Business Services operations at facilities
• Leading project teams, committees and work groups in improving Business processes
• Assisting in development and implementation of business strategic plan and is responsible for management and oversight of assigned budgets
• Planning, coordinating and administering efficient and effective business services

What we need (required qualifications):

• Eleven (11) years of professional accounting experience at the journey level or higher.
  • Note: A bachelor’s degree in professional accounting, business management or related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or a foreign equivalent may substitute year-for year for up to 4 years of required experience
• Five (5) years supervisor experience to include coaching, mentoring, training
• Four (4) years of professional level experience providing consultation and direction on the most complex issues/questions in areas of; ethics, budgeting, accounting, purchasing, warehousing, interpretation of statues, rules and regulations.
• Extensive working knowledge of Governmental Accounting

What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):

• Working knowledge of AFRS, Enterprise Reporting (FastTrack) or AFRS toolbox, Datacube, and ATLAS
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Extensive knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreement with focus on articles related to compensation, leave, and overtime

Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Mission:Improving public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values

• Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

Important Notes

• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, https://www.uscis.gov.
• This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.
• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Telework Details

This position may be allocated for telework. If authorized for the role, work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hotspot service at that time. Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner, to take proper care all state-issued equipment, and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite. Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires, to potentially include components of the