Chief Financial Officer & Business Services Manager

Initial Posting Date:

11/13/2026

Application Deadline:

12/01/2026

Agency:

Department of Public Safety Standards and Training

Salary Range:

$7,537 - $11,657

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Chief Financial Officer & Business Services Manager (Budget & Fiscal Manager 2) 

Job Description:

Department of Public Safety Standards and Training  

Chief Financial Officer & Business Services Manager (Budget & Fiscal Manager 2)  

This recruitment is for one (1), regular, full-time position located in Salem, OR (4190 Aumsville Hwy SE) and is a management service -supervisory role, therefore not represented by a union.

This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants and may be used to fill future vacancies.

This position is based on site at the DPSST campus. After completing the initial training period, the employee may be eligible to work remotely one day per week, based on operational needs and with the Chief of Staff’s approval.

This recruitment will remain open until filled with the initial review of applicants scheduled for November 23, 2026.

Note: A cover letter is required to apply.  See below for specific details regarding the content of the cover letter.

What you will be doing:

As Chief Financial Officer and Business Services Manager, you will serve as the agency's

subject-matter expert and principal advisor on budget, fiscal, and financial matters while

managing the Business Services and Procurement Sections. You will manage the Business Services functions encompassing budgeting, accounting, accounts payable and receivable, internal auditing, procurement, and fiduciary oversight of the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas grant program.

In this hybrid role, you will handle operational oversight while also servicing as a trusted advisor to  executive leadership and managers providing clear financial analysis, recommendations, and guidance to inform agency decisions and financial strategies. You will evaluate program and operational needs, assess the budgetary effects of policy, staffing, organizational, and collective bargaining proposals, and recommend the resources and actions necessary to advance agency priorities and deliver services efficiently.

You will oversee budget development and execution; research and resolve complex accounting and budget issues; and establish sound financial methods, controls, guidance, and reporting. You will also direct the fiscal administration of agency and capital projects, ensure compliance with applicable requirements, and identify and implement improvements to procurement and other business practices.

The successful candidate will be a highly engaged and visible leader who understands both the day-to-day work of the Business Services team and the broader fiscal health of the agency. You will supervise, mentor, and develop staff; identify opportunities to improve processes and strengthen operational effectiveness; advise leadership on resource allocation, organizational priorities, risk management, and long-term fiscal sustainability. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the responsible stewardship of public resources and supporting DPSST's mission and commitment to public service.

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About DPSST:  

The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) oversees the development of professional standards and the delivery of quality training for law enforcement officers, corrections officers, parole and probation officers, firefighters, telecommunicators, and emergency medical dispatchers. DPSST is also the regulatory agency that enforces employment and training standards for the above listed public safety disciplines and licenses proprietary security managers, security contractors and officers, polygraph examiners, and private investigators.  

Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging is a core value at DPSST. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environments for all students, staff, and faculty. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions. Employees are expected to uphold this value and foster an inclusive and equitable workplace.   

What's in it for you:  

• A leadership opportunity with statewide impact

• Work/life balance and a supportive working environment. 

• 11 paid holidays each year, plus paid sick leave, vacation, and personal leave. 

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and eligible family members. 

• Optional benefits, including flexible spending accounts, term life insurance, and other available programs. 

• Automatic enrollment in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees who are PERS participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS. The salary range noted in the job announcement reflects base salary only. 

• This position qualifies for membership in the Police & Fire Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

• Free parking, an onsite cafeteria, and onsite wellness options. 

Minimum Qualifications:  

Six (6) years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three (3) years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Requested Skills / Desired Attributes:

What We'd Like to See

Successful candidates selected to move forward will meet the minimum qualifications and demonstrate many of the following desired attributes through their application materials, application questionnaire, and cover letter. Applicants do not need to possess all these qualifications to be considered.

• Strategic financial leadership with demonstrated success evaluating complex financial and operational issues, anticipating long-term impacts, assessing the fiscal effects of policy, staffing, legislative, and organizational proposals, and aligning resources and fiscal strategies with agency priorities.
• Expertise in Oregon state government budgeting, accounting, and financial management, including biennial budget development and execution, financial reporting, internal controls, fiscal standards, and preparation of fiscal impact statements, budget materials, E-Board requests, briefings, and other executive-level documents.
• Strong supervisory and business management skills, including setting priorities, developing and mentoring staff, delegating effectively, fostering accountability, improving financial systems and business processes, and ensuring efficient, high-quality service delivery.
• Substantial experience with procurement and state or federal grant administration, including evaluating needs, developing compliant processes, advising managers, monitoring fiscal performance and risk, meeting reporting requirements, and improving procurement practices and operational efficiency.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, timely, and actionable recommendations; build collaborative relationships; navigate difficult conversations; and foster a respectful, inclusive, transparent, and supportive workplace that promotes accountability and employee growth.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates with experience working for the State of Oregon in budget, fiscal, accounting, financial management, procurement, or grants administration roles. Understanding of the full biennial budget development and implementation process is strongly preferred.

Additional Requirements:  

The selected candidate must successfully complete a background check, including a computerized criminal history check, national fingerprinting, and reference checks.  Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.  

The selected candidate will be required to complete a one-year trial service period.

How to Apply:  

• Sign In or Create a Workday Account (Internal employees please use your Workday profile).  

• Complete the self-prompted application AND attach your updated resume and cover letter. (see below for required content of cover letter) 

• Complete the required questionnaire within your application.  

• After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the public records request (PRR) authorization and gender identity question. This screen will come after you submit and will complete the process. If you are an employee, the tasks will come to your Workday inbox.  

• If you are a veteran, a task to claim veteran's preference will be sent after you complete the Public Records Request (PRR) authorization and gender identity tasks. For privacy reasons, please do not attach your DD214, DD215, or civil service preference letter to your application or combine these documents with other required attachments. You will be asked to provide this documentation later in the recruitment process. If you need additional time to obtain documents from the VA, please contact the recruiter using the information provided in the "Need Help?" section below. If you do not immediately receive a prompt to upload your documentation, please continue to monitor your Workday inbox for future requests.

Cover letter requirements:

The cover letter should answer the following questions. Limit your cover letter to four pages. Address each question separately and describe your individual role, actions, and results. Responses should be concise and include specific examples. Your cover letter responses will be evaluated to determine whether you advance to the next stage of the selection process.

• Describe a time you evaluated a complex financial or operational issue and developed a strategy to address it. What factors did you consider, what actions did you recommend, and what was the outcome?
• Describe your experience (in length and depth) with state government budgeting, accounting, or financial management. Include your role in budget development and execution, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance with applicable fiscal requirements.
• Provide an example of how you translated complex financial information into a clear recommendation for executives, managers, a governing body, or a non-financial audience. How did your analysis influence the decision?
• How have you built trust and alignment with diverse stakeholders – such as boards, leadership, staff, external partners- to achieve organizational goals?
• Describe a significant procurement, grant administration, financial system, or business-process improvement you led or supported. Explain the issue, your responsibilities, the compliance and risk considerations involved, the changes implemented, and the measurable results.

Questions/Need Help? 

For questions about the application process, contact [email protected]

Please include the job announcement number in your message. 

Please submit a thorough and current application that clearly reflects your qualifications for this position. Application materials will be used to determine salary through a pay equity assessment. 

Learn more about the State of Oregon Pay Equity Project. 

Pay and benefits listed in job announcements are subject to change without further notice. 

THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY STANDARDS AND TRAINING IS COMMITTED TO AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND WORKPLACE DIVERSITY.