Fiscal Specialist Supervisor

Full Job Description

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence.

Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state.

In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking a Fiscal Specialist Supervisor to support the agency’s mission of delivering safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation services that strengthen communities and economic vitality.

In this first-line supervisory role, the incumbent will lead fiscal professional staff within a maintenance office and ensure the accuracy of financial activities and transactions.

The position is responsible for reviewing and analyzing financial data, verifying compliance with established procedures, and reinforcing proper fiscal processes and internal controls.

This role is critical in safeguarding fiscal integrity and supporting efficient operations across the region.What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Fiscal Specialist Supervisor will:

• Provide complex administrative and fiscal supervision and support to Area 2 Maintenance leadership and staff.
• Develop and implement fiscal and administrative procedures to ensure efficient office operations.
• Review, audit, and reconcile financial, payroll, inventory, and purchasing activities for accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee procurement of materials and supplies, track purchasing activity, and advise personnel on purchasing rules and policies.
• Manage internal communication and coordination with field staff and external agencies during routine operations and emergencies.
• Coordinate the processing of over-legal permits, cash receipts, travel arrangements, and public/customer programs.
• Supervise a fiscal technician, including assigning work, evaluating performance, providing training, and participating in hiring.
• Perform additional duties during emergencies to assess information, determine response actions, and coordinate staff and resources.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• Fiscal and Administrative Experience: Experience providing administrative and fiscal support, including reviewing, auditing, and reconciling financial or payroll records.
• Payroll and Financial Systems: Experience processing or auditing payroll and financial data, identifying discrepancies, and coordinating corrections in compliance with established policies.
• Purchasing and Procurement Compliance: Working knowledge of purchasing procedures and ability to review and track purchases to ensure compliance with organizational or public sector guidelines.
• Communication and Coordination: Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, staff, external agencies, and the public using verbal, written, and electronic communication methods.
• Technology Skills: Working knowledge of standard office software and administrative or financial systems used to track, manage, and report data.
• Customer Service and Professional Judgment: Ability to provide responsive customer service, exercise sound judgment, and handle sensitive or time-critical information.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
  
  

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Public Sector Fiscal Accounting Experience: Experience performing fiscal or accounting work in a public-sector environment, including financial.
• Supervision or Lead Work Experience: Experience supervising staff or providing lead work, including assigning work, managing workloads, and supporting employee performance.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.

In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position.

For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.

• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency.

Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.

All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply.

Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT).

For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.Contact UsFor inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at yasmin.munoz@wsdot.wa.gov.

Please be sure to reference 26DOT-NWR-11306e in the subject line.