Johnson County, KS Government

Division Director of Business Operations

Johnson County, KS Government  •  Olathe, KS (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Johnson County Government’s Facilities Department is actively recruiting for the position of Division Director of Business Operations. This role serves as a key member of the Facilities Department leadership team and provides strategic oversight of the department’s fiscal, operational, and administrative functions. The Division Director leads budgeting and financial management efforts, supports operational efficiency, ensures regulatory compliance, and fosters cross-functional collaboration to support departmental priorities and County objectives. This position will remain open until filled, with the first review of candidates anticipated on May 11, 2026.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Actively participates as a member of the Facilities Management Leadership team to develop department goals and objectives; Establishes and implements the systems, structure, and strategic management for the Business Operations Division to accomplish department goals and objectives
  • Leads the Business Operations division; develops new ideas and opportunities to manage department and organization-wide resources more effectively; creates innovative opportunities for others to expand upon. Leads, reviews, approves, and recommends strategic organizational and department initiatives.
  • Plans, develops, and manages the Facilities Management department operating budget and various other funds. Oversee and actively monitors all fiscal functions for the department to include special year end processing and reporting. Manages the monthly capital project programs for financial reconciliation. Oversee all administrative project & grant functions in financial management software
  • Monitors and coordinate department performance measures, contract administration, with all divisions. Provides departmental training and communication. Oversee operational components of department software to ensure maximum use
  • Establishes and documents department standards, transition planning and implementation, analyze data for feasibility analysis of operations, implements County initiatives. Coordinates the management of administrative and postal needs within the Facilities Department and County facilities.

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business, Finance, Accounting, or relevant field.
  • Eight (8) years' of progressively more responsible accounting and/or budget management experience; preferably in the public sector.
  • Three (3) years leading, directing, supervising, or coordinating the work of others. Experience may substitute for degree.

Preferred Requirements

  • Master's degree in Facilities Management, Business, Finance, Accounting, or relevant field.

Relevant work experience may be substituted for required education

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Johnson County, KS Government

About Johnson County, KS Government

Johnson County is one of the nation’s premier counties, providing comprehensive services to citizens and Johnson County Government is a leading organization in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Johnson County is a growing and diverse community with more than 609,000 residents nestled in the southwestern quadrant of the Kansas City metropolitan area (combined population of 2.34 million) and exhibits all of the hallmarks of a great community: a thriving and growing business sector; nationally-recognized public schools; first-class cultural and recreational amenities; and distinctive and welcoming neighborhoods.

We are a progressive and innovative organization that provides high-quality and cost-effective services to our residents through our dedicated and knowledgeable workforce. Our employees are empowered, regardless of title or position, to exercise leadership, making Johnson County a great place to work, to live, and to be.

If you share our passion and commitment to public service and workplace culture is important to you, please consider continuing your career with us. We have a variety of career opportunities and hope that you find something of interest.

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Olathe, KS
Year Founded
1855
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