Deputy Chief, Financial Programs and Incentives

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

What Youll Do:

The Deputy Chief Financial Programs and Incentives provides high-level leadership and operational oversight for the Office of Financial Programs and Incentives. Overseeing financial tools and services designed to increase access to capital for minority and women owned businesses. Ensures programs are delivered with integrity timeliness and impact. Administers financial assistance programs and directs the implementation of loan and incentive programs. Coordinates underwriting practices manages risk and ensures financial assistance aligns with state codes program and division guidelines and objectives. Monitors key performance indicators and prepares reports that inform data-driven strategic decision-making to ensure program excellence. Manages and supports program staff through coaching performance management and training. Builds strong relationships with internal partners lenders and external stakeholders to enhance program impact and alignment ensure smooth program delivery avoid duplication of efforts and enhance client outcomes.

Some of the Job Duties:

• Strategic Leadership and Program Oversight - Provides high-level leadership and operational oversight for the Office of Financial Programs and Incentives. Overseeing financial tools and services designed to increase access to capital for minority and women owned businesses. Ensures programs are delivered with integrity timeliness and impact.
• Financial Program Administration and Risk Management - Administers financial assistance programs and directs the implementation of loan and incentive programs. Coordinates underwriting practices manages risk and ensures financial assistance aligns with state law program and division guidelines and objectives.
• Policy Development and Performance Monitoring - Develops internal policies and procedures aligning program operations with best practices and compliance standards to improve program delivery and compliance. Monitors key performance indicators and prepares reports that inform data-driven strategic decision-making to ensure program excellence.
• Team Supervision and Stakeholder Engagement - Manages and supports program staff through coaching performance management and training. Builds strong relationships with internal partners lenders and external stakeholders to enhance program impact and alignment ensure smooth program delivery avoid duplication of efforts and enhance client outcomes. Responds to inquiries and concerns from applicants lenders internal teams and elected officials with accuracy professionalism and timelines. Provides training and technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders on program guidelines eligibility requirements and compliance obligations.
• Cross-Division Collaboration and Operational Integration - Serves as a liaison between the MBDD and key operational support divisions - including Finance and IT - to ensure cohesive internal operations. Aligns office goals with divisional goals and fosters operational efficiency across the MBDD offices (Policy and Administration Business Solutions and Outreach and Supplier Engagement) ensuring financial programs are driving the Department of Developments broader mission of empowering communities to succeed. Contributes to division-wide initiatives that promote a responsive bold and solution-focused public service culture.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

• Bachelors Degree in Public/Business Administration Management Finance Economicsor closely related area
• Substantial experience in government or non-profit financial management budgeting or grants/contracts oversight.
• Experience with financial systems such as OAKS or other ERP platforms.
• Demonstrated understanding of state procurement budgeting and compliance processes.

• Strong leadership skills with experience supervising or mentoring staff.

• Excellent organization analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel and alternative data analysis tools.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar workflow/reporting tools is a plus.

This position requires you to work in the office Monday-Friday. The job is located in the Vern Riffe building 77 South High St. Columbus OH 43215