Deputy Administrator, Fiscal Services

State of Nevada•Carson City, NV

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Division Administrator, the Deputy Administrator provides executive leadership, direction, and oversight of fiscal and administrative operations within the Fiscal Services Branch. The role operates in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and requires technical expertise in complex fiscal, operational, and regulatory matters. The Deputy Administrator develops and manages the Division’s biennial budget, monitors expenditures, forecasts financial needs, prepares and reviews fiscal reports, and oversees federal grant administration. The position also oversees contracts, subgranting and fiscal compliance, Division billing operations, and statewide lease management. The Deputy Administrator serves as a subject-matter expert, providing technical direction, problem-solving support, and guidance across these functions. The role directly supervises high-level fiscal staff and leads organizational structure, staffing, and resource-allocation decisions. It is central to planning and executing fiscal initiatives and developing policies, procedures, and legislative proposals. The incumbent prepares and delivers high-level budget presentations and represents the Division before the Interim Finance Committee, Board of Examiners, legislative committees, and other statewide governing bodies. The position also collaborates with federal, state, and local agencies, stakeholders, and community partners as a key representative of the Division. The ideal candidate is an analytical, forward-thinking leader with exceptional fiscal experience, strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to navigate complex fiscal and regulatory systems. The position offers an opportunity to influence statewide public and behavioral health initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree with major coursework in public health, health services administration, social science, human services, business administration, public administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least four years of managerial experience that includes fiscal services, human resources, information technology, or a related area, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing and administering complex budgets, grants and contracts, fiscal analysis, strategic planning, project management, policy development, interpreting federal and state laws and regulations, the legislative process including testifying and presenting to legislative bodies, and managing supervisory staff.
Knowledge of public-sector budgeting, including budget development, forecasting, monitoring, and variance analysis.
Knowledge of state and federal fiscal regulations for public and behavioral health programs, including OMB Uniform Guidance, audit requirements, and federal grant management rules.
Knowledge of governmental accounting standards, including GAAP and GASB, and cost allocation methodologies.
Knowledge of public and behavioral health program operations and the fiscal processes supporting service delivery.
Knowledge of internal controls, risk management, financial reporting, government procurement regulations, contract administration, vendor payments, administrative management, personnel supervision, and organizational policy.
Skill in developing and managing complex budgets and multi-source funding structures; interpreting legislation, grant conditions, and fiscal policies; and translating requirements into agency procedures.
Skill in designing fiscal workflows, internal controls, and compliance measures.
Skill in using financial systems, spreadsheets, databases, and ERP platforms to analyze and report financial data.
Skill in preparing accurate financial reports, narratives, and audit responses, and communicating financial information to executive leadership, elected officials, legislators, federal partners, agencies, and staff.
Skill in project management, coordinating fiscal activities across programs, meeting deadlines, and leading, supervising, and mentoring fiscal teams.
Ability to oversee multiple budgets and funding streams, including federal grants and cost-reimbursement programs.
Ability to identify fiscal risks, implement corrective actions, and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
Ability to collaborate with program administrators, external agencies, and audit entities; synthesize financial data into strategic recommendations; and balance competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and integrity.
Ability to build and sustain a high-performing fiscal team through coaching, training, and continuous process improvement, and adapt operations to changing program needs, legislative direction, and regulatory updates.

Responsibilities

Provide executive leadership and oversight for fiscal and administrative operations within the Fiscal Services Branch.
Develop, manage, and monitor the Division’s biennial budget, including expenditure tracking and financial forecasting.
Prepare, analyze, and review fiscal reports for internal leadership and external governing bodies.
Oversee federal grant administration, including compliance, reporting, and fiscal management.
Direct the contracts unit, subgranting processes, fiscal compliance activities, and Division billing operations.
Manage statewide lease activities and ensure alignment with regulatory and operational requirements.
Provide technical guidance, problem-solving support, and authoritative direction across fiscal and administrative functions.
Supervise high-level fiscal staff and lead decisions about organizational structure, staffing strategies, and resource allocation.
Lead fiscal initiatives and develop policies, procedures, and legislative proposals.
Prepare and deliver high-level budget presentations and represent the Division before the Interim Finance Committee, Board of Examiners, legislative committees, and other statewide governing bodies.
Collaborate with federal, state, and local agencies, community partners, and stakeholders as a key Division representative.