Administrative Services Manager, DHHS

Administrative Services Manager DHHS

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Benefits EligibilityThis position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary $30.26 - $37.87 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office Hybrid

Recruiter Niccole Johnson
Application Deadline 9/9/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

The Division of Finance and Administration (DFA) within the Utah Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is looking for a dedicated professional to fill an Administrative Service Manager position primarily working with the Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD).

The DFA Administrative Service Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the finance support and oversight team. The primary responsibilities include budgeting financial compliance management information and data processing systems procurement and other related functions for the division. This position plays an integral role within the DFA team. The role manages programs and is responsible for program vision direction evaluation reporting outreach and promotion including maintaining relationships with partners and stakeholders.

Day-to-day responsibilities of this position:

• Monitors and evaluates operations programs processes and/or practices for quality and effectiveness; makes recommendations for improvement.
• Reviews fiscal operations to ensure integrity accuracy and control of data.
• Reviews financial and operational activities to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Supervises subordinate personnel including: hiring determining workload and delegating assignments training monitoring and evaluating performance and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions.
• Coordinates and/or manages support services such as: telecommunications motor pool physical security facility and grounds mail processing equipment relocation warehouse storage etc.
• Develops or modifies rules policies or standards etc.
• Manages accounting or budget activities and provides fiscal information.
• Prepares and defends budget recommendations requests reports proposals and/or projections.
• Assists in maintaining and strengthening internal controls
• Negotiates and resolves problems with those out of compliance

Qualifications

• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Motivating developing and directing people as they work identifying the best people for the job.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions conclusions or approaches to problems.
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will understand.
• The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
• The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself other individuals or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
• Managing ones own time and the time of others.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment selection training and personnel information systems.

Supplemental Information

• Effective July 1 2021 State of Utah Employees must either reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating to within 30 days of their start date.
• Please note a positions eligibility for remote and/or hybrid work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.
• Risks found in the typical office setting which is adequately lighted heated and ventilated e.g. safe use of office equipment avoiding trips and falls observing fire regulations etc.
• Typically the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• DHRM rules apply for promotions and transfers.

About the Role

Location
288 North 1460 West
Salt Lake City Utah 84116
United States
Background Check Required You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required No
Schedule Code AX - Employees in supervisory positions

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

The Agency

Become an integral part of the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and contribute to the vision of advocating for supporting and serving all individuals and communities in Utah; and ensuring all Utahns have fair and equitable opportunities to live safe and healthy lives. Help us achieve this through effective policy and a seamless system of services and programs.

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .

Required Experience:

Manager