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The Department of Community and Human Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with lived experiences.
King County's Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community.
The Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) Finance Section is recruiting a skilled and collaborative BH Fund Manager (Business and Finance Officer IV) to support the Behavioral Health and Recovery Division (BHRD). This role oversees BH fund administration, ensures fiscal compliance, and provides strategic financial guidance to advance behavioral health programs. The BH Fund Manager will join the BHRD Fiscal team and report to the BHRD Finance Manager.
The BH Fund is composed of federal, state, and local revenues totaling more than $829 million for the 26-27 biennium. These funds support core behavioral health services including mental health and substance use disorder outpatient services, youth and family prevention programs, utilization management and care coordination, hospital and mental health residential treatment, and diversion and re-entry programs.
The BH Fund Manager will ensure the financial integrity, management, and reporting for the BH Fund. This includes monitoring and reporting on the use of BH funds to facilitate timely, and efficient use of funds supporting BH initiatives and administration. This includes both routine and ad hoc reporting on revenue collections, expenditures per budget, and contract allocations. The fund manager will collaborate with the fiscal team partners, program management, senior management, and other County agencies on the allocation of funds based upon changes to funding levels or spending patterns. The BH Fund Manager is a key contributor to the budget development process, bringing current knowledge and operational experience to inform budget decisions at the fund level.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. Interviews for this selection process will take place on or around 6/15/2026.
APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
- NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
This selection process may also be used to create a pool of candidates for current and future career service, term-limited-temporary, and special duty opportunities. The pool will be active for 6 months.
WORK SCHEDULE/CONDITIONS: This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and is not eligible for overtime. Typical hours are Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. This position is represented by Protec17.
MISSION CRITICAL POSITION STATUS: This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical. Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency.
TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT: DCHS works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the Chinook Building at 401 Fifth Avenue Seattle, WA 98104.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
RECRUITER: Greg Mallory, grmallory@kingcounty.gov
Job Duties
- Lead contract administration and approvals: Oversee BH contract allocations, review and approve contract terms, and ensure accurate period-by-period allocations for County reporting.
- Manage POETA coding and financial tracking: Maintain the BH Fund’s Project, Organization, Expenditure, Type, and Activity (POETA) structure to guarantee correct cost allocation and seamless reporting.
- Prepare and deliver timely financial reports: Produce and distribute fund- and initiative-level spending reports on a prescribed schedule.
- Maintain biennial budget history and forecasting: Track fund-level budget history with initiative detail and develop forward-looking spending plans that reflect operational needs and trends.
- Monitor budgets and spending plans: Reconcile actual expenses to spending plans, identify underspending or shortfalls, and recommend appropriation adjustments when needed.
- Provide strategic financial advice: Advise Program Teams and DCHS senior leadership on fund and initiative appropriations, drawing on operational experience and current financial trends.
- Conduct financial research and cost analysis: Perform targeted research and estimate operating/administrative costs to support business decisions, budget development, and fiscal planning.
- Coordinate cross-functional communications and meetings: Collaborate with Program Teams and internal/external partners and represent finance in routine and ad hoc meetings related to fund and initiative management.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Education and experience: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or equivalent professional experience that demonstrates strong fiscal judgment and technical competence.
- Professional Experience: Minimum of 3 years or more of professional experience in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A).
- Collaborative communicator: Energetic, approachable, and skilled at building relationships; proven success communicating clearly with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- Financial expertise: Deep understanding of budgeting, managerial and financial accounting, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to guide sound fiscal decisions.
- Systems-savvy analyst: Advanced experience with financial information and management systems, plus the analytical tools needed to turn data into actionable insight.
- Contract and fund administration: Practical knowledge of contract administration, fund coding (POETA), and the mechanics of allocating and tracking resources.
- Human services funding knowledge: Familiarity with human service programs, funding streams, policy requirements, and the nuances that shape program budgets.
- Transaction and reconciliation experience: Hands-on experience processing, reconciling, and troubleshooting complex financial transactions with attention to accuracy.
- Excel power user: Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills for modeling, reporting, and streamlining financial workflows.
- Clear and compelling writer and speaker: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to translate technical financial information into plain language for varied audiences.
Desired Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Master's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, and/or equivalent education and experience.
- Knowledge of county programs, funding sources, policies, and requirements.
- Experience with the mental health/behavioral health industry.
- Experience with Oracle/EBS, Hyperion, Oracle, and Tableau reporting systems.
Supplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Summary
The Department of Community and Human Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with lived experiences.
King County's Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community.
The Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) Finance Section is recruiting a skilled and collaborative BH Fund Manager (Business and Finance Officer IV) to support the Behavioral Health and Recovery Division (BHRD). This role oversees BH fund administration, ensures fiscal compliance, and provides strategic financial guidance to advance behavioral health programs. The BH Fund Manager will join the BHRD Fiscal team and report to the BHRD Finance Manager.
The BH Fund is composed of federal, state, and local revenues totaling more than $829 million for the 26-27 biennium. These funds support core behavioral health services including mental health and substance use disorder outpatient services, youth and family prevention programs, utilization management and care coordination, hospital and mental health residential treatment, and diversion and re-entry programs.
The BH Fund Manager will ensure the financial integrity, management, and reporting for the BH Fund. This includes monitoring and reporting on the use of BH funds to facilitate timely, and efficient use of funds supporting BH initiatives and administration. This includes both routine and ad hoc reporting on revenue collections, expenditures per budget, and contract allocations. The fund manager will collaborate with the fiscal team partners, program management, senior management, and other County agencies on the allocation of funds based upon changes to funding levels or spending patterns. The BH Fund Manager is a key contributor to the budget development process, bringing current knowledge and operational experience to inform budget decisions at the fund level.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. Interviews for this selection process will take place on or around 6/15/2026.
APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
- NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
This selection process may also be used to create a pool of candidates for current and future career service, term-limited-temporary, and special duty opportunities. The pool will be active for 6 months.
WORK SCHEDULE/CONDITIONS: This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and is not eligible for overtime. Typical hours are Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. This position is represented by Protec17.
MISSION CRITICAL POSITION STATUS: This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical. Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency.
TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT: DCHS works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the Chinook Building at 401 Fifth Avenue Seattle, WA 98104.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
RECRUITER: Greg Mallory, grmallory@kingcounty.gov
Job Duties
- Lead contract administration and approvals: Oversee BH contract allocations, review and approve contract terms, and ensure accurate period-by-period allocations for County reporting.
- Manage POETA coding and financial tracking: Maintain the BH Fund’s Project, Organization, Expenditure, Type, and Activity (POETA) structure to guarantee correct cost allocation and seamless reporting.
- Prepare and deliver timely financial reports: Produce and distribute fund- and initiative-level spending reports on a prescribed schedule.
- Maintain biennial budget history and forecasting: Track fund-level budget history with initiative detail and develop forward-looking spending plans that reflect operational needs and trends.
- Monitor budgets and spending plans: Reconcile actual expenses to spending plans, identify underspending or shortfalls, and recommend appropriation adjustments when needed.
- Provide strategic financial advice: Advise Program Teams and DCHS senior leadership on fund and initiative appropriations, drawing on operational experience and current financial trends.
- Conduct financial research and cost analysis: Perform targeted research and estimate operating/administrative costs to support business decisions, budget development, and fiscal planning.
- Coordinate cross-functional communications and meetings: Collaborate with Program Teams and internal/external partners and represent finance in routine and ad hoc meetings related to fund and initiative management.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Education and experience: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or equivalent professional experience that demonstrates strong fiscal judgment and technical competence.
- Professional Experience: Minimum of 3 years or more of professional experience in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A).
- Collaborative communicator: Energetic, approachable, and skilled at building relationships; proven success communicating clearly with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- Financial expertise: Deep understanding of budgeting, managerial and financial accounting, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to guide sound fiscal decisions.
- Systems-savvy analyst: Advanced experience with financial information and management systems, plus the analytical tools needed to turn data into actionable insight.
- Contract and fund administration: Practical knowledge of contract administration, fund coding (POETA), and the mechanics of allocating and tracking resources.
- Human services funding knowledge: Familiarity with human service programs, funding streams, policy requirements, and the nuances that shape program budgets.
- Transaction and reconciliation experience: Hands-on experience processing, reconciling, and troubleshooting complex financial transactions with attention to accuracy.
- Excel power user: Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills for modeling, reporting, and streamlining financial workflows.
- Clear and compelling writer and speaker: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to translate technical financial information into plain language for varied audiences.
Desired Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Master's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, and/or equivalent education and experience.
- Knowledge of county programs, funding sources, policies, and requirements.
- Experience with the mental health/behavioral health industry.
- Experience with Oracle/EBS, Hyperion, Oracle, and Tableau reporting systems.
Supplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
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Tips for Finding OPT Jobs in Washington
Target STEM-designated OPT roles first
Washington's largest employers in software, engineering, and biotechnology frequently hire for STEM OPT positions, which allow 24-month extensions. Prioritize roles at companies with established OPT hiring programs rather than approaching employers new to the process.
Focus your search on the Seattle and Bellevue corridors
The greater Seattle area, including Bellevue and Redmond, has the highest density of OPT-sponsoring employers in Washington. Concentrating your search in these metro areas significantly increases the volume of qualifying opportunities available to F-1 OPT candidates.
Use Migrate Mate to filter by visa type
Searching broadly wastes time when you're on OPT. Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for F-1 OPT-friendly employers in Washington, so you're seeing roles from companies already familiar with OPT authorization rather than guessing at employer willingness.
Engage university career services before your program ends
Washington's major research universities, including the University of Washington and Washington State University, maintain employer relationships specifically for OPT students. Career centers often have direct contacts at local companies with active OPT hiring pipelines that aren't publicly advertised.
Research employers through USCIS and DOL public records
Federal OPT and H-1B disclosure data reveals which Washington employers consistently sponsor international candidates. Companies with high historical sponsorship volume are more likely to have internal processes already in place, making your application less friction-heavy.
Apply early relative to your OPT start date
Washington employers in competitive sectors often have lengthy hiring timelines. Starting your job search three to four months before your OPT authorization begins gives employers adequate runway and reduces pressure on your end date, making you a lower-risk candidate to hire.
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Which industries in Washington sponsor the most F-1 OPT visas?
Technology is by far the leading industry for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Washington, driven by major software and cloud computing employers concentrated in the Seattle metro. Aerospace and defense, life sciences and biotechnology, and engineering services also sponsor F-1 OPT candidates at significant volume. The state's strong research university ecosystem supports a pipeline into these sectors across both large employers and mid-sized firms.
Which cities in Washington have the most F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Seattle has the highest concentration of F-1 OPT sponsorship opportunities in Washington, with Bellevue and Redmond close behind due to the presence of major technology campuses. Kirkland and Bothell also see meaningful OPT hiring activity, particularly in biotechnology and software. Outside the greater Seattle area, Spokane offers opportunities in healthcare and engineering, though at considerably lower volume than the westside metro.
What types of roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Washington?
Roles that directly relate to your field of study qualify for F-1 OPT authorization, so eligibility depends on your degree, not the employer's industry. In Washington, software engineering, data science, mechanical and electrical engineering, financial analysis, and biomedical research positions are common qualifying roles. STEM-designated programs additionally qualify graduates for the 24-month extension, which covers the majority of computer science, engineering, and physical science degrees.
How do I find F-1 OPT jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates on F-1 OPT and other work visas, letting you search Washington jobs filtered by visa sponsorship type rather than sorting through listings that don't apply to your situation. Beyond dedicated platforms, checking USCIS H-1B visa disclosure data and DOL OFLC records by employer location helps you identify Washington companies with consistent international hiring history before you apply.
Are there any Washington-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Washington has no state income tax, which affects your net compensation relative to states that do, though this doesn't directly impact OPT eligibility or sponsorship. More relevant is that Washington's technology sector moves quickly, and many employers are experienced with OPT authorization timelines. However, smaller employers outside the Seattle metro may have less familiarity with the process, so it's worth confirming early in conversations whether a company has sponsored OPT candidates before.