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DFA ASSISTANT DIVISION ADMINISTRATOR

Date: Sep 11, 2025

Req ID: 52852

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: DFA - REVENUE SERVICES DIV

Anticipated Starting Salary: $114,390

Position Number: 22184536

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: 9/18/2025

Anticipated Starting Salary: $114,390

Individual Income Tax

The mission of the Department of Finance and Administration is to provide Arkansas citizens convenient, effective, and courteous service which will encourage voluntary compliance with tax, license, and child support laws.

Position Information

Job Series:Revenue Programs

Classification:DFA Assistant Division Administrator – Competitive

Class Code:PRP03C

Pay Grade:SPC08

Salary Range:$114,390 - $169,298

Job Summary

The DFA Assistant Division Administrator serves as a senior-level manager and advisor, supporting the Division Administrator in the day-to-day and strategic operations of a division within the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. This classification is responsible for helping lead organizational planning, program execution, personnel oversight, budgetary coordination, and policy implementation aligned with the mission of DFA and state law.

Primary Responsibilities

Assist the Division Administrator in leading division-wide operations and managing daily administrative and programmatic activities. Supervise section chiefs, unit managers, or program leads to ensure performance goals, timelines, and legal standards are met. Coordinate the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and strategic plans that align with DFA goals and state law. Oversee or support budget planning, fund management, procurement processes, or personnel actions for the division. Provide technical guidance and decision-making authority on matters related to revenue collection, program performance, budgeting, procurement, or accounting, depending on division scope. Represent the division at high-level meetings, legislative briefings, interagency workgroups, and public events as needed. Monitor program outcomes, financial trends, audit findings, and performance data to support effective management and transparency. Act on behalf of the Division Administrator when delegated, ensuring continuity of leadership and service delivery.

Knowledge and Skills

Ability to develop and implement short- and long-term goals that align with division and agency objectives. Clear, concise communicator with strong writing and presentation skills. Proven ability to evaluate complex issues and make timely, data-informed decisions. Skilled in conflict resolution, risk management, and responding to urgent matters with composure.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, law, economics, or a related field, plus six (6) years of experience in public administration, financial management, regulatory compliance, or program operations are required.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

ONLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WITH WORK HISTORY WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Applications must include complete work history and references. A resume may accompany the state application but will not be substituted for any part of the application. False, misleading, or incomplete statements may result in disciplinary action and possible termination.

Veteran Preference: A copy of a DD-214 must be submitted to the Hiring Official at the time of interview to be considered for Veteran Preference.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS at (888) 897-7781 or dhs.gov/e-verify.

Nearest Major Market:Little Rock