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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Public Service Coordinator II
Date: May 21, 2026
Closing Date: June 4, 2026
Job Class Code: CA29
Grade: 29 (Confidential)
Salary: $68,993.59 - $97,635.20 per year
Position Number: 02000-3289
Location: Augusta
This position allows for partial telework with management approval.
Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.
Core Responsibilities:
The Program Financial Officer (PFO) serves to provide critical financial strategy, support and advice to directors and program managers to achieve the goals of the individual offices within the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
The PFO works in a team environment to analyze a wide assortment of financial and operational needs. By monitoring funds, forecasting, and analyzing data and other programmatic metrics, the PFO recommends solutions to help the Department navigate challenging and complex financial situations.
Successful candidates are motivated and resourceful team players who like working in a fast-paced, complex environment filled with variety.
Minimum Qualifications:
In order to qualify, you must have a Bachelors Degree and two (2) years' professional experience in budgeting, public finance and/or management. Related professional experience may be substituted for education requirements on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred candidates will have:

• A Master's Degree in Public or Business Administration or related field
• A proven demonstration of advanced data analytical skills using advanced Excel or similar platform.
• Knowledge of various state financial systems, such as the Budget and Financial Management System, the Oracle Analytics Cloud Service, Advantage, and several Customer Relationship Management systems for the departments contracts, grants, and financial orders.
• Must possess technological skills and knowledge to learn, navigate, and extrapolate state financial data from data systems of various vintages including contemporary and or legacy systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of internal and external partners.
• The ability to guide strategic discussions and help groups to reach decisions that will further the mission of the DHHS.
• Experience directly related to fiscal management and budget reporting.

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Agency information:
The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.
The Office of Financial Management within the Commissioner's Office is responsible for the oversight and management of a $6.6 billion budget; MaineCare represents approximately $4.8 billion.
Application Information:
For additional information about this position please contact Glenn Aho at Glenn.Aho@maine.gov
Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.
To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
• Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 18.91% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including non-birthing and adoptive parents-receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
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