POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Assistant Administration and Finance Director
Job Location: 424 2nd Ave. S, Okanogan, WA 98840
Description: Seeking a motivated individual to fill our Assistant Administration and Finance Director position.
OCCAC Mission: Leading a revolt on poverty through education, empowerment, and engagement.
OCCAC Values: Integrity. Accountability. Advocacy. Community.
Okanogan County Community Action Council is seeking an Assistant Administration and Finance Director to help expand our impact and deepen our connection with the communities we serve. This role is perfect for someone who believes in the power of grassroots engagement and wants to be part of a mission that truly matters.
If you are passionate about making a difference, driven by purpose, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!
Take the next step in your career and join a team that’s building stronger, healthier communities—one person at a time.
Wages: The starting range is $35.40 – $40.35 per hour as a non-exempt employee. The salary range is $35.40 - $45.64 per hour. Wage is based on knowledge, skills, and experience.
Because you Matter: We believe that taking care of our team is just as important as serving our community. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and sense of purpose:
✓ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Your health matters. We provide quality coverage to keep you and your family well.
✓ Group and Voluntary Life Insurance / AD&D – Peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
✓ Simple IRA Retirement Plan – With employer contributions to help you plan for a secure future. Okanogan County Community Action Council is an equal opportunity employer
✓ Health Savings Account (HSA) – Tax-advantaged savings for medical expenses.
✓ 14 Paid Holidays Per Year – Including time to rest, recharge, and celebrate.
✓ Generous Vacation and Sick Leave – Because balance is essential.
✓ Professional Development Support – We invest in your growth with training, workshops, and learning opportunities.
✓ Supportive Team Culture – Join a workplace where collaboration is encouraged, your ideas are welcomed, and your contributions truly make a difference.
✓ Meaningful Work – Every day, your efforts will directly improve lives and strengthen the fabric of our local community.
How to Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and OCCAC application to: Okanogan County Community Action Council, Attn: HR, P.O. Box 1067, Okanogan, WA 98840, or email to [email protected]. Visit our website at www.occac.com for the OCCAC application. Application Deadline: This position is open until it is filled.
Job Description:
Position title: Assistant Administration & Finance Director
Department: Admin/Finance
Reports to: Admin/Finance Director
☒ Full-time (40 hrs)
FLSA status: ☒ Nonexempt
Effective date: 6/23/2026
POSITION SUMMARY The Assistant Administration & Finance Director is a strategic leadership role designed for an experienced professional who can strengthen Agency-wide administrative and financial systems while preparing to assume full Administration & Finance Director responsibilities. Working closely with executive leadership, this position helps shape operational strategy, reinforce fiscal stewardship, and advance the systems and infrastructure that support the Agency’s mission.
This role offers the opportunity to influence organizational effectiveness across finance, administration, compliance, and personnel systems. The Assistant Administration & Finance Director partners with the Executive Director, Administration & Finance Director, and Program Managers to improve internal controls, support sound decision-making, and ensure Agency practices remain aligned with legal, regulatory, and Board-approved standards.
For candidates seeking a meaningful next-step leadership opportunity, this position is intentionally structured as a succession role. The successful candidate will gain increasing authority, visibility, and executive-level responsibility through a deliberate development path that prepares them to lead the Agency’s administrative and financial functions.
The Assistant Administration & Finance Director reports to the Administration & Finance Director and serves as a key thought partner to executive leadership on organizational operations, financial management, compliance, and long-range administrative capacity.
WHY JOIN OCCAC
OCCAC offers experienced leaders the chance to pair mission-driven work with meaningful organizational influence. This role provides the opportunity to help shape a communityfocused agency, strengthen systems that support long-term impact, and grow into a senior leadership position with broad visibility across operations, finance, compliance, and strategic decision-making.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Administration & Supervisory Duties – 40%
✓ Provide strategic oversight and continuous improvement of the Agency’s administrative infrastructure, operational systems, and internal processes.
✓ Help safeguard organizational assets and strengthen internal controls, risk management practices, and operational accountability.
✓ Partner with leadership to align administrative systems, personnel practices, and organizational policies with Agency priorities and compliance requirements.
✓ Support and develop administrative staff through coaching, supervision, and process leadership.
✓ Assume progressively broader leadership responsibility as part of the Agency’s succession strategy. Finance Duties – 60%
✓ Support the financial leadership of the Agency by strengthening accounting systems, financial controls, and compliance with nonprofit, grant, and regulatory requirements.
✓ Contribute to high-level fiscal planning, budget development, forecasting, and financial analysis that inform executive and Board decision-making.
✓ Partner on grant and contract financial oversight, audit preparation, reporting, and long-term financial stewardship.
✓ Advance systems, procedures, and cross-functional practices that improve financial transparency, efficiency, and accountability across the Agency.
✓ Take on increasingly complex fiscal leadership responsibilities in preparation for full director-level oversight.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
✓ Minimum of 8–10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in finance, accounting, nonprofit administration, or public sector operations.
✓ Demonstrated experience overseeing complex financial, administrative, or compliance functions in a multi-program environment.
✓ Minimum of 5 years of supervisory or management experience, including staff development, performance accountability, and cross-functional collaboration.
✓ Experience with grant- and contract-funded programs, nonprofit financial systems, and regulatory compliance strongly preferred.
✓ Experience supporting executive leadership, auditors, and governing boards is highly desirable.
Preferred knowledge:
✓ Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles, grant compliance, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements.
✓ Familiarity with systems modernization, process improvement, and administrative infrastructure in mission-driven organizations.
✓ Experience with government or nonprofit accounting systems, including MIP Fund Accounting, is preferred. Skills:
Strong executive-level communication skills, including the ability to present complex financial and operational information clearly.
✓ Advanced analytical, organizational, and decision-support skills with the ability to translate data into action.
Demonstrated ability to strengthen systems, improve processes, and drive crossfunctional accountability.
✓ Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant accounting, payroll, purchasing, and reporting systems.
✓ Strong judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex operational environment.
Abilities:
✓ Ability to lead with confidence, credibility, and collaboration across departments and functions.
✓ Ability to serve as a trusted partner to executive leadership on finance, administration, compliance, and organizational systems.
✓ Ability to build, document, and sustain strong internal controls and effective administrative processes.
✓ Comfort working with auditors, funders, and a Board of Directors in a highly accountable environment.
✓ Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational follow-through and sound risk awareness.
✓Willingness to travel for Agency business.
✓ Valid Washington State driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and auto insurance.
PHASE 1 — EXECUTIVE INTEGRATION & ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP
In Phase 1, the Assistant Administration and Finance Director builds enterprise-level understanding of OCCAC’s financial, administrative, compliance, and operational systems while taking on visible leadership of priority functions and organizational improvements.
Establish deep working command of OCCAC’s finance, administration, compliance, and risk management environment
Assume leadership of selected administrative and fiscal functions, with increasing ownership of systems, reporting, and decision support
Strengthen internal controls, documentation, and cross-functional processes to improve organizational effectiveness.
Build credibility with executive leadership, managers, auditors, and Board-facing processes as part of the succession path.
PHASE 2 — STRATEGIC TRANSITION & DIRECTOR READINESS
In Phase 2, the Assistant Administration and Finance Director transitions into broader independent leadership, demonstrating readiness to oversee the Agency’s administrative and financial portfolio with director-level judgment, accountability, and visibility.
Lead core administrative and financial functions with greater independence, including reporting, budgeting, compliance, and organizational systems oversight.
Serve as a visible leadership partner to the Executive Director, Administration & Finance Director, and Board-related processes.
Drive higher-level process improvement, risk management, and cross-agency accountability initiatives.
Demonstrate full succession readiness through sustained leadership performance, sound fiscal stewardship, and executive-level communication.
Pre-Employment Requirements At OCCAC, we are committed to maintaining a safe and responsible workplace. All applicants are subject to background checks and must successfully complete a pre-employment urine analysis (UA) prior to hiring.
To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.
Pay: $73,632.00 - $83,928.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
