Business and Finance Officer I - Health Sciences

Salary: $40.24 - $51.00 Hourly
Location : Chinook Building 401 5th Avenue Seattle, WA
Job Type: Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT)
Job Number: 2025CF24014
Department: DPH - Public Health
Division: Health Sciences
Opening Date: 02/27/2025
Closing Date: 3/11/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours/Week: 40 hours/week

Summary

Position Summary

The Health Sciences Division of Public Health - Seattle & King County (PHSKC) is seeking a Business and Finance Officer I (BFO I) for a Special Duty or Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) assignment. This position is designed as a training and professional development opportunity for individuals interested in gaining experience in contract management, journal entries, grant billings, and compliance with federal, state, and local financial policies. The BFO I will receive hands-on training and mentorship under the supervision of a Business and Finance Officer III (BFO III) to develop proficiency in key fiscal and administrative functions supporting public health programs. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to gain foundational experience in public sector financial management, grant administration, and contracting while supporting public health initiatives.

Background

About the Health Sciences Division:
The Health Sciences Division (HSD) manages financial and operational aspects of multiple public health programs, including:

• Assessment, Policy Development and Evaluation (APDE)
• Overdose Prevention and Response (ODPR)
• Regional Gun Violence Prevention (RGVP)
• Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL)
• Asthma Program
• Breast, Cervical, and Colon Health Program (BCCHP)
• HSD administers multiple federal, state, and private grants, ensuring funds are managed efficiently and aligned with Public Health's mission and vision.

Temporary opportunity. Term-Limited Temporary positions are "at-will" positions but are eligible for benefits. This TLT is currently anticipated to last until November 30, 2025. However, funding sources for this work remain uncertain and dependent upon decisions actively being made at both the federal and local levels. As a result, the end date of this position may be adjusted based on those decisions. The County and the Department continue to work to secure long term funding sources.

This vacancy can also be filled as a Special Duty opportunity. For Special Duty Assignment interest, you must be a Career Service, Career Service Exempt or other regular (non-temporary) employee in King County who has completed their initial County probation. You must have supervisor approval prior to taking a Special Duty Assignment.

Note: This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional vacancies of the same position type over the next 6 months.

Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.

The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.

We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.

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Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. This position is Non-Exempt and subject to the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Work Location:

Based out of the Chinook Building, located at 401 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104 with minimum 2 day a week on site requirements.

Some of the work associated with this position will be performed through teleworking and will report to office location and to meetings as needed. Travel to other work locations may be necessary. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team.
Job Duties

This position will serve as an integral part of the finance team, receiving training and hands-on experience in the following areas:

• Financial and Grant Management
• Learn to process and submit grant billings following federal (2 CFR 200) and state requirements.
• Assist in journal entries and financial adjustments in Oracle E-Business Suite.
• Support subrecipient monitoring for federal grants, ensuring compliance and documentation.
• Gain experience in financial tracking, reconciliations, and reporting to funding agencies.
• Participate in audit preparation and compliance monitoring. Contract and Procurement Support
• Assist in setting up and tracking contracts in financial systems.
• Learn to monitor contract budgets, process invoices, and track deliverables.
• Develop an understanding of contract compliance and reporting requirements for federal and state-funded programs.
• Support procurement activities, including vendor setup and payment processing. Administrative and Operational Duties
• Support payroll tracking, invoice processing, and financial documentation for health programs.
• Learn to run reports, track budgets, and analyze financial data to support decision-making.
• Work closely with program managers and finance teams to ensure compliance with financial policies.
• Attend and participate in fiscal team meetings, training sessions, and process improvement initiatives.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following (Minimum):

• Experience working with financial data, invoices, or budgeting in any capacity.
• Familiarity with federal or state grants or willingness to learn.
• Interest in contract management and audit preparation.
• Experience or coursework in accounting, finance, or public administration.
• Interest in developing financial, grant, and contract management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including basic functions like pivot tables and formulas.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to learn governmental financial systems such as Oracle E-Business Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.

Supplemental Information
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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 , 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

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Who May Apply For Special Duty Assignment interest, you must be a Career Service, Career Service Exempt or other regular (non-temporary) employee in King County who has completed their initial County probation. You must have supervisor approval prior to taking a Special Duty Assignment. Term Limited Temporary positions are open to the general public.
Application Process
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:

• NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.

Necessary Special Requirements

• The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
• The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment.
• For more information on our selection process, please refer to For tips on interviewing, please visit
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
• Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department.
• If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement.

Union Membership
not represented

Contact
For questions about the application process, contact Catherine Fitzpatrick, Sr. HR Analyst at
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

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This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
01

Are you interested in developing experience in financial management, grants, or contract administration?

• Yes
• No

02

If you answered yes to the previous question, please describe why this opportunity interests you and how it aligns with your career goals. If this does not apply to you, type n/a.
03

Select the option that best describes your experience and proficiency level with the financial reporting:

• beginner -- no experience at all
• some experience but would need support
• intermediate proficiency, can perform nearly autonomously
• advanced, would need no assistance to perform at a high level

04

Select the option that best describes your experience and proficiency level with budgeting

• beginner -- no experience at all
• some experience but would need support
• intermediate proficiency, can perform nearly autonomously
• advanced, would need no assistance to perform at a high level

05

Select the option that best describes your experience and proficiency level with the invoice processing:

• beginner -- no experience at all
• some experience but would need support
• intermediate proficiency, can perform nearly autonomously
• advanced, would need no assistance to perform at a high level

06

If you indicated proficiency in budgeting, financial reporting and/or invoice processing, briefly describe that experience and include where you got it. If no, type n/a.
07

Which areas are you proficient in in Excel? Check all that apply.

• pivot tables
• formulas
• data organization
• none of the above

08

Provide an example of how you have used Excel in financial or administrative work. If this does not apply to you, type n/a.
09

Are you familiar with federal or state grant management, compliance, or contract tracking? Check all that apply:

• federal or state grant management
• compliance
• contract tracking
• none of the above

10

If yes, describe your experience and how you have worked with grants or contracts. Include in your response where you got that experience. If this does not apply to you, type n/a.
11

This position provides training in contract administration, financial systems, and audit preparation. Are you willing to learn and apply these skills in a public sector setting?

• Yes
• No

12

Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?

• Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
• No.

13

If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
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