Asst. Director of Financial Services / 61015651
Apply NowCompany: State of South Carolina
Location: Richland, SC 29675
Description:
Salary: $82,000.00 - $102,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 175452
Agency: Department of Social Services
Division: Child Support Enforcement
Opening Date: 04/14/2025
Closing Date: 4/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: AN11
Position Number:: 61015651
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Hiring Range - Min.: $80,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $102,000.00
Opening Date: 04/14/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.
Job duties:
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business with accounting courses and at least six (6) years of professional experience in a related area such as accounting, auditing, or finance. At least three (3) years must be in a supervisory role.
Additional Comments
This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.
Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time. Must have good vision, manual dexterity for writing, using a calculator and a PC. Ability to hear and comprehend verbal communications, speak clearly and concisely, comprehend written material. Overnight travel may be involved.
If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.
The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? If yes, please explain.
02
I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. If there are any periods of time when you were not employed, you must also list those periods on your employment application. A resume cannot be substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment application. Employment application will be considered incomplete and not forwarded. I have read and acknowledge the above.
03
I understand that by completion and submission of this application, that if I possess educational credentials that qualify me for the available DSS positions, I will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if selected for the position.
04
I understand that it is my responsibility to provide a certified official college transcript within two (2) weeks of employment in the event I am offered a position with the Department of Social Services.
05
If you selected "Yes" that you are a Veteran, are you able to provide a Member 4, Service 2-Copy, or NGB22 DD-214?
06
Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, please provide the state agency/agencies.
07
How did you hear about this job opportunity?
08
If you selected "Other" or "DSS Employee" in the previous question, please list the source below.
09
Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?
10
Do you have at least six (6) years of experience in Accounting, Finance or Business?
11
Do you have at least three (3) years in a supervisory role?
Required Question
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 175452
Agency: Department of Social Services
Division: Child Support Enforcement
Opening Date: 04/14/2025
Closing Date: 4/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: AN11
Position Number:: 61015651
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 8
Hiring Range - Min.: $80,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $102,000.00
Opening Date: 04/14/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.
Job duties:
- The Assistant Director of Financial Services directs and manages the Child Support Services Division's Finance and Enforcement Operations. Supervises deployment of the statewide Child Support Services Division, State Disbursement Unit (SDU) and all required interfaces. Incumbent will work with the Agency Chief Financial Officer (CFO)or their designee to ensure all accounting transactions and related reporting is accurately accounted for in the State's accounting system.
- Leads the operation within the CSSD's Finance Accounting System. This includes support of the Child Support Services Division (PACSS) and State Disbursement Unit (SDU) and ensuring both systems continue to operate efficiently and effectively.
- Directs and develops Finance & Enforcement Operations (FEO) in providing program and fiscal policies in accordance with Federal and State laws and regulations and generally accepted accounting standards. Works with the Agency CFO or their designee as needed on fiscal policies and accounting standards. Responsible for directing the processing of child support collections of over $400 million annually.
- Manages and supervises all aspects of major enforcement programs and processes for the CSSD including, but not limited to, the Federal and State Tax Offset Programs, Unemployment Benefits Intercept (UBI), Lottery Intercept, Passport Denial, Consumer Reporting, New Hire Reporting, and License Revocation.
- Coordinates program activities with other Agency Divisions, Child Support Enforcement Branches, Clerks of Court, and other governmental entities. Coordinates fiscal activities with the Agency CFO or their designee.
- Directs the processing and resolution of client inquiries regarding collection and disbursement of Child Support funds. Directs the overall administration of Finance & Enforcement Operations (FEO). This includes managing personnel assignments, development and monitoring of budgets, purchases, and manual check processing.
- Provides information needed in support of internal and external audits of CSSD programs and/or functions.
- Supervises the preparation and submission of all federally mandated fiscal reports for the Child Support Services Division (CSSD). Coordinates with the Agency's Grants Accounting Department to ensure cross-functional collaboration of federal reporting.
- Will be required to perform Red Cross shelter/emergency response duties as directed.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business with accounting courses and at least six (6) years of professional experience in a related area such as accounting, auditing, or finance. At least three (3) years must be in a supervisory role.
Additional Comments
This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. "See Resume" is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.
Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time. Must have good vision, manual dexterity for writing, using a calculator and a PC. Ability to hear and comprehend verbal communications, speak clearly and concisely, comprehend written material. Overnight travel may be involved.
If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.
The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vison, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01
Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from any job? If yes, please explain.
02
I understand that supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. If there are any periods of time when you were not employed, you must also list those periods on your employment application. A resume cannot be substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment application. Employment application will be considered incomplete and not forwarded. I have read and acknowledge the above.
- Yes
- No
03
I understand that by completion and submission of this application, that if I possess educational credentials that qualify me for the available DSS positions, I will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if selected for the position.
- Yes
- No
04
I understand that it is my responsibility to provide a certified official college transcript within two (2) weeks of employment in the event I am offered a position with the Department of Social Services.
- Yes
- No
05
If you selected "Yes" that you are a Veteran, are you able to provide a Member 4, Service 2-Copy, or NGB22 DD-214?
- Yes
- No
06
Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina? If yes, please provide the state agency/agencies.
07
How did you hear about this job opportunity?
- HR Recruiter
- DSS Employee
- Careers Website
- Indeed
- SCWORKS
- College/University Job Portal
- Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
- Radio/TV/Billboard
- Other
08
If you selected "Other" or "DSS Employee" in the previous question, please list the source below.
09
Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
- None of the above
10
Do you have at least six (6) years of experience in Accounting, Finance or Business?
- Yes
- No
11
Do you have at least three (3) years in a supervisory role?
- Yes
- No
Required Question