Posting number: 2026F5-F&OM
Department: Not Applicable
Job classification: Finance and Operations Manager, First 5 Yolo
Posting type: Open
Categories: Administration, Community Services, Miscellaneous, Community and Social Services
First 5 Yolo is conducting a recruitment to fill a Finance and Operations Manager position. The salary range for this position is $97,780.80 - $118,872.00 annually. In addition, First 5 Yolo offers a competitive benefits package.
The ideal candidate is a versatile and growth-minded professional who enjoys working across administrative functions, thrives in a hybrid environment, and is committed to the mission of First 5 Yolo. This individual will bring a broad administrative background with experience in accounting, an understanding of public administration, and fluency with modern technology. As a small agency, the Finance and Operations Manager position leads and executes all agency fiscal, operational, and administrative functions to ensure the long-term success of the Agency. Given the broad scope and independence of the role, a successful candidate will be a fast, enthusiastic learner who enjoys finding creative solutions to complex challenges while bringing a meticulous eye for detail to ensure fiscal integrity and operational efficiency.
Under general direction and supervision of the Chief Executive Officer, the Finance and Operations Manager holds primary responsibility for the full range of fiscal and administrative operations of First 5 Yolo. The incumbent will serve as the designated Finance Officer and HR Generalist for the agency under the direction and oversight of the Chief Executive Officer. This position is characterized by the high level of management responsibility for administration of diverse agency operations.
This recruitment is open until filled and application materials will be reviewed on a continuous basis; however, priority consideration will be given to individuals who submitted their information by noon on October 30, 2026. To be considered, interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three refences, via email, to Victoria Zimmerle, Chief Executive Officer, at vzimmerle@first5yolo.org. Submitted documents should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
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Education: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, finance, auditing, economics, or a closely related field; AND
Experience: Four (4) years of experience in fiscal management; contracts, compliance and risk management; and administrative operations. Work in a public or governmental agency is highly preferred.
SUBSTITUTION: An advanced degree in a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to two (2) years of work experience.
License: Possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license, Class C or higher.
This recruitment is open until filled, and application materials will be reviewed on a continuous basis. To be considered, interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three refences, via email, to Victoria Zimmerle, Chief Executive Officer, at vzimmerle@first5yolo.org. Priority consideration will be given to individuals who submitted their information by noon on October 30, 2026.
Submitted documents should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.
Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.
Established in 1850, Yolo County is a general law county governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors and dedicated to serving the residents, businesses, and visitors of the region. Located in Northern California’s Sacramento Valley, the County provides a broad range of services that promote public health and safety, environmental stewardship, economic stability, and social well-being. Through responsible governance, fiscal integrity, and strategic planning, Yolo County strives to preserve its agricultural heritage while supporting sustainable growth and an equitable quality of life for all communities within its jurisdiction.
Our employees work in fields ranging from public health, social services and emergency management to roads, parks, libraries, elections, law and justice, finance, technology and administration.
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