PHIG Financial Manager (Senior Analyst) (Limited-Term Merit)

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Health Department, Financial Services - Administration Division
Pay Range: $5,794-$8,833 per month
Work Location: 2400 Troost Ave

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline: May 22, 2026

**Limited term merit will last 1 year with probability of an extension**


Responsibilities

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What you'll do
This is highly responsible professional and analytical work involving financial oversight, coordination, and performance management of the Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) and other assigned grant-funded initiatives. Work is performed under general supervision, with the employee exercising independent judgment and discretion in financial analysis, grant coordination, and operational decision-making. The position serves as the primary financial liaison between program staff, Financial Services, and funding entities to support effective grant administration, ensure compliance with funding requirements, and align program operations with financial performance. Responsibilities include financial forecasting, expenditure monitoring, reporting coordination, and implementation of best practices in grant management. The position also supports departmental financial operations, including limited coordination with contract administration and travel program processes to ensure continuity of operations. Work is reviewed through reports, outcomes, and overall program effectiveness.

• Lead financial coordination for PHIG and assigned grants, aligning program activities, budgets, and funding requirements to support compliant and effective grant execution.
• Monitor grant expenditures, perform forecasting and variance analysis, and identify financial risks while providing clear recommendations to leadership.
• Coordinate and prepare required financial reports, projections, and deliverables to meet federal, state, and funding entity requirements.
• Serve as the primary financial liaison between program staff, Financial Services, and external funding partners to ensure shared understanding and timely decision-making.
• Develop and maintain financial tracking tools, projections, and audit-ready documentation to support transparency and compliance.
• Support departmental financial operations, including journal entries, budget transfers, limited contract coordination, and travel process oversight to ensure continuity of operations.

What success looks like

• Grant budgets, forecasts, and expenditures are accurate, timely, and aligned with funding requirements.
• Financial risks and variances are identified early, clearly explained, and addressed with practical solutions.
• Required grant reports and documentation are complete, organized, and audit-ready.
• Program staff understand financial expectations and receive clear guidance on compliance and documentation.
• Leadership relies on your analysis to support informed program and funding decisions.

What you get

• Stable public sector employment with long-term job security.
• Opportunity to build advanced skills in grant finance, forecasting, compliance, and public health funding.
• High-impact work that supports public health systems and community outcomes.

Why this role matters
Public health programs depend on strong financial oversight to succeed. This role ensures that critical grant funding is used responsibly, compliantly, and strategically. Your work directly supports the sustainability of public health infrastructure, protects public funds, and enables programs to deliver real outcomes for the community.


Qualifications

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REQUIRES

• Accredited Master's in public or business administration, urban or regional planning, economics, organizational/development psychology, project management, geography and 1 year (OR an accredited Bachelor's and 3 years) of professional experience in corporate/municipal finance, research, accounting planning, project/program management, or geographical information systems analytics.

Other Information

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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