Summary

King County's Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community.

We have an exciting opportunity for a finance professional with budget and grant compliance experience. The Business and Finance Officer (BFO) Ill position is part of the Director's Office Finance team but provides direct, day-to-day support to specific DCHS Divisions.

The BFO III will partner with program managers, providers, and budget and compliance leads in the Children, Youth, and Young Adults Division (CYYAD) to advance community-driven initiatives focused on strengthening communities, increasing equitable supports to improve educational outcomes, and making the County a place where all young people are happy, healthy, safe, and thriving. CYYAD manages the Best Starts for Kids (BSK) levy, the Puget Sound Taxpayer Accountability Account (PSTAA) revenues, and Education and Employment Resources (EER) funds.

Responsibilities span budget development and monitoring, spend to budget reporting, expense and revenue projections, expense reviews and approvals (desk monitoring), grantmaking support, procurement support, research to inform decision-making and strategy, and continuous quality improvement of financial processes.

This recruitment is only open to current King County employees at this time.

Job Duties

To be considered minimally qualified applicant must demonstrate a background that provides the knowledge, skills and ability to:

• Coordinate, prepare and review budgets, evaluate proposed expenditures and revenues, and perform detailed financial analysis, projections, and forecasting.
• Provide financial reporting and consultation to program and finance managers.
• Participate in the development, review, and implementation of financial and other technical criteria for RFPs and provider contracts.
• Perform invoice desk monitoring, including review of general ledgers and other budget and financial reports and expense documentation.
• Provide orientation and coaching related to contract fiscal compliance.
• Assist with the oversight of contracting and financial systems in area of responsibility.
• Coordinate with Fund budget and compliance leads.
• Contribute to and/or lead projects and analysis that deliver data-informed recommendations to support organizational initiatives and strategic decision-making.
• Assist with department-wide financial management as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or business administration and four years of budgeting or finance experience, and/or an equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the work.
• At least two (2) years of experience with budget development, spend projections, and financial analysis.
• At least two (2) years of experience evaluating expenditures for allowability and financial compliance.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong teaming and customer service orientation.
• Ability to manage your time and adapt to changing priorities, work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, meet quick deadlines, and produce timely and quality work products.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Intermediate/advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Commitment to racial equity and the King County Equity and Social Justice Strategic Plan.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle reporting systems.
• Experience in developing and maintaining financial models.
• Experience with administration of grants, reporting requirements, and regulatory compliance guidance, such as 2 CFR 200.
• Experience providing consultation to non-financial audiences.
• Knowledge of human service programs.
• Knowledge of King County programs, funding sources, policies and requirements.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and finance.

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:

• This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical. Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency.
• The Finance team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The onsite locations are Chinook, 401 5^th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104 and 645 Andover Park W, Tukwila, WA 98188. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
  
  King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
• This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime. Typical hours are Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

• This position is represented by PROTEC17 (C22)

• Classification: Business and Finance Officer III

WHO MAY APPLY:

This position is open to all internal King County qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. Interviews for this selection process will take place on or around June 22, 2026. Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must submit an online King County application and respond to the supplemental questions. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the requested and relevant information in the online application and supplemental questionnaire. Applications and/or supplemental questionnaires that state, "see my resume" are considered incomplete and will not be considered to be competitive. If you have any questions, please contact Phitsamai Xaxouthep, phxaxouthep@kingcounty.gov.

Supplemental Information

Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.

Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ , people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

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King County's Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community. We have an exciting opportunity for a finance professional with budget and grant compliance experience. The Business and Finance Officer (BFO) Ill position is part of the Director's Office Finance team but provides direct, day-to-day support to specific DCHS Divisions. The BFO III will partner with program managers, providers, and budget and compliance leads in the Children, Youth, and Young Adults Division (CYYAD) to advance community-driven initiatives focused on strengthening communities, increasing equitable supports to improve educational outcomes, and making the County a place where all young people are happy, healthy, safe, and thriving. CYYAD manages the Best Starts for Kids (BSK) levy, the Puget Sound Taxpayer Accountability Account (PSTAA) revenues, and Education and Employment Resources (EER) funds. Responsibilities span budget development and monitoring, spend to budget reporting, expense and revenue projections, expense reviews and approvals (desk monitoring), grantmaking support, procurement support, research to inform decision-making and strategy, and continuous quality improvement of financial processes. This recruitment is only open to current King County employees at this time. Job Duties To be considered minimally qualified applicant must demonstrate a background that provides the knowledge, skills and ability to:Coordinate, prepare and review budgets, evaluate proposed expenditures and revenues, and perform detailed financial analysis, projections, and forecasting. Provide financial reporting and consultation to program and finance managers. Participate in the development, review, and implementation of financial and other technical criteria for RFPs and provider contracts. Perform invoice desk monitoring, including review of general ledgers and other budget and financial reports and expense documentation. Provide orientation and coaching related to contract fiscal compliance. Assist with the oversight of contracting and financial systems in area of responsibility. Coordinate with Fund budget and compliance leads. Contribute to and/or lead projects and analysis that deliver data-informed recommendations to support organizational initiatives and strategic decision-making. Assist with department-wide financial management as needed. Perform other related duties as assigned. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO HAVE:Bachelor's degree in finance or business administration and four years of budgeting or finance experience, and/or an equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the desired skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the work. At least two (2) years of experience with budget development, spend projections, and financial analysis. At least two (2) years of experience evaluating expenditures for allowability and financial compliance. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Strong teaming and customer service orientation. Ability to manage your time and adapt to changing priorities, work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, meet quick deadlines, and produce timely and quality work products. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Intermediate/advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Commitment to racial equity and the King County Equity and Social Justice Strategic Plan. Desired Qualifications. Experience with Oracle reporting systems. Experience in developing and maintaining financial models. Experience with administration of grants, reporting requirements, and regulatory compliance guidance, such as 2 CFR 200. Experience providing consultation to non-financial audiences. Knowledge of human service programs. Knowledge of King County programs, funding sources, policies and requirements. Knowledge of governmental accounting and finance. ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical. Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency. The Finance team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The onsite locations are Chinook, 401 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104 and 645 Andover Park W, Tukwila, WA 98188. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime. Typical hours are Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. This position is represented by PROTEC 17 (C 22)Classification: Business and Finance Officer IIIWHO MAY APPLY:This position is open to all internal King County qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. Interviews for this selection process will take place on or around June 22, 2026. Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must submit an online King County application and respond to the supplemental questions. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the requested and relevant information in the online application and supplemental questionnaire. Applications and/or supplemental questionnaires that state, "see my resume" are considered incomplete and will not be considered to be competitive. If you have any questions, please contact Phitsamai Xaxouthep, phxaxouthep@kingcounty.gov.

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