Fiscal Officer 3 Mental Health/Developmental Services

Posting number: 01386

Department: Human Services

Job classification: Fiscal Officer 3

Posting type: Open

Categories: Accounting and Finance, Social Services, Management, Human Services

Luzerne County is seeking a skilled and collaborative fiscal professional to support the financial operations of our Mental Health and Developmental Services (MHDS) programs. This leadership role oversees budgeting, contracts, and financial planning for a system serving two counties, with an annual budget of approximately $22 million.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with both numbers and people—balancing financial oversight with meaningful collaboration across teams, providers, and state partners.

• In this role, you will:

• Lead budgeting, financial planning and allocation of MHDS Funds
• Develop and manager provider contracts, including rates and service agreements
• Monitor expenditures and ensure alignment with contracts and regulations
• Review and approve invoices and budgets for accuracy and compliance
• Collaborate with internal teams, providers, and state partners on fiscal matters
• Prepare financial reports, annual plans, and budget submissions
• Support audits and implement improvements when needed
• Supervise and support fiscal and administrative staff
• Contribute to policy development and ongoing system improvements
• Other duties as assigned.

We’re seeking someone who brings:

• A strong foundation in accounting, budgeting, or fiscal management
• The ability to analyze data and provide clear financial insights
• Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
• An interest in supporting human services programs and community impact

• One year as a County Fiscal Officer 2 Or,
• Three years of accounting and/or budgetary experience and a business-related bachelor's degree, that includes six college credits in accounting Or,
• Five years of accounting and/or budgetary experience and a business-related associate's degree, that includes six college credits in accounting Or,
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes or is supplemented by six college credits in accounting.

• Full Time
• Exempt
• Non-Union
• Permanent

Contact Information: Megan Stone Human Services Division Head Luzerne County

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations for the interview due to a

disability, please advise the interviewer of the accommodations you require well in advance of the scheduled date.