Behavioral Health Fiscal and Budget Deputy Administrator (Budget And Fiscal Manager 3)

Initial Posting Date:

09/10/2025

Application Deadline:

10/01/2025

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$8,097 - $12,522

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Behavioral Health Fiscal and Budget Deputy Administrator (Budget And Fiscal Manager 3)

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - [Behavioral Health Fiscal and Budget Deputy Administrator/Budget Fiscal Manager 3]

*Please note: This is a PERMANENT POSITION.

Budget and Fiscal Planning and Analysis Office provides budget services and financial recommendations to Medicaid, Behavioral Health, and administrative programs. This position is responsible for administering the agency’s Behavioral Health, and Administrative Legislative Approved Budgets, forecast the budgetary impact of various caseloads, provides fiscal analysis and policy recommendations for decision making, reviews and reports on federal compliance, and assists to resolve issues that have overarching impacts across the agency.

Each division budget unit within the Budget and Fiscal Planning and Analysis Office develops, executes, and monitors the agency's budgets, assesses compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, monitors agency program budgets to ensure expenditures remain within budget limitations, establish and request allotments of funding for operating budgets, generate management reports for analysis of the data information, design and implement systems to track budget data, participates in state and federal reporting requirements, provides fiscal impacts, and provides management information used to effect the processes to meet the agency mission.

Deputy Budget Administrators provide management and direction for budgeting and fiscal monitoring, review and ensure budget and financial controls, and serve as a member of the division or program's executive team. The position acts as advisor to the Budget Administrator by managing through subordinate managers and staff, the coordination of all issues relating to budgeting and fiscal monitoring for all programs and services provided by the division's services which are delivered by, contracted for, and administered by OHA.

This position interacts with cross division leadership and managers, other state agencies (i.e., DHS, DAS, DOR, DCBS, etc.) and other local and federal government agencies. This position will also engage with DAS CFO and LFO during budget development and execution process.

This position will work closely with the OHA Budget Deputy Director, Budget Director, and CFO to oversee and implement and execute budget policies, new initiatives, strategic planning goals, and health equity and education efforts.

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The AA Salary Range for this position is between $8,097.00 to $12,522.00 per month.

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

What We Are Looking For:

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.

Seven years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR four years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal record check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.

Desired Attributes:

1. Advanced Budget and Fiscal Management Expertise

• Deep knowledge of public sector budgeting processes, including legislative budget development, fiscal forecasting, federal compliance, and financial reporting.
• Ability to oversee complex budgets across multiple programs like Medicaid and Behavioral Health.

2. Strategic Leadership and Team Management

• Proven leadership in managing and directing budget teams, including subordinate managers and cross-division staff.
• Skilled in setting direction, driving execution, and aligning fiscal strategies with the agency’s mission and goals.

3. Analytical and Policy Development Skills

• Strong analytical capabilities to assess caseload impacts, develop fiscal models, and recommend sound budget policies.
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights for executive decision-making.

4. Interagency Collaboration and Communication

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with internal leadership and external stakeholders (e.g., DAS, DHS, LFO).
• Ability to represent the agency in high-level discussions and ensure alignment with statewide fiscal policies.

5. Commitment to Equity and Strategic Goals

• Dedication to supporting the agency’s health equity, education, and strategic planning efforts through effective budgeting practices.
• Ability to integrate equity considerations into fiscal decision-making and budget planning.

Preference Statement:

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines and have flexibility, work demand tolerance and exhibit written and oral communication skills including effective communication with coworkers.
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel and Powerpoint.

Application Guidance:

How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, and cover letter.

• Complete the online application
• Complete Questionnaire (if applicable)
• Upload Resume
• Upload Cover Letter
• Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered
• Resumes, cover letters and all other documents must all be uploaded at one time.When uploading a resume, please upload any other documents in the same area/field. Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered.
• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

After You Apply:

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders:

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!
• This announcement is for 1 (one), Full-Time, Permanent, Management-Supervisory, Behavioral Health Fiscal and Budget Deputy Administrator. Classification: Budget and Fiscal Manager 3 position based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is a Hybrid Optional position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter Scott Lee at: scott.h.lee@oha.oregon.gov 971-372-1972.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

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