Directs or manages administrative and/or business management activities of a state agency or major component of a state agency.
Positions assigned to this class are managerial positions responsible for all administrative/business management activities of a state agency or major division of a state agency. Incumbents direct and coordinate, through subordinate supervisors, activities to support the agency's primary mission. Incumbents do not have programmatic responsibilities.
Directs and coordinates the administrative/business management operations of a state agency. Consults with the agency director or deputy director(s) on matters related to the administrative/business management activities of the agency; develops and implements administrative policies and procedures. Supervises professional staff performing administrative and business management functions. Evaluates agency financial and personnel management activities to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, rules and regulations. Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the agency's budget; advises agency director, deputy director(s), etc., regarding budgetary activities. Carries out special projects and performs assignments as directed by the agency director or other agency officials.
Knowledge of administrative and business management principles, practices and procedures. Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the administrative/business management activities of the organization. Knowledge of governmental fiscal policies, practices and procedures. Ability to plan, organize and direct administrative and support activities and staff. Ability to formulate and implement administrative policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively.
A bachelor's degree and relevant experience in administrative services, public administration or business management.