Welcome to the Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services (DMHSAS)

Join our Team at DMHSAS —helping people recover from mental illness and addiction, reuniting families, and improving communities.

Full time employees receive:

State Retirement with generous company match
11 Paid Holidays Each Year
15 Days of Annual Leave and 15 Days of Sick Leave the First Year
Subsidized Insurance Benefits – We help you pay for your benefits!

To learn more about the competitive and generous benefits provided to all full time employees click here.

To learn more about the vital services we provide to Oklahomans of all ages, please visit https://oklahoma.gov/odmhsas.html.

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) is the State’s statutory authority responsible for prevention, treatment and recovery from mental illness, substance abuse and addictive disorders. In addition, ODMHSAS provides prevention services at the state and local levels, in partnership with area health providers, schools, law enforcement, veteran’s groups and other community stakeholders.  ODMHSAS manages the state’s behavioral health Medicaid services, and has rule-making responsibility for specific statutory certification processes (certifying approximately 3,300 treatment providers, organizations and individuals, throughout the state).

First Preference / Pre-Announcement: DMHSAS facilities must notify the above listed HR department by the opening date and time listed above if they have employees with a first preference request to return to work on a limited duty release.

Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs. Appointment to a safety sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result.

This Agency Requires Coverage 24 Hours, 7 Days Per Week. Work Hours and Location May Vary Depending on Business Necessity. Employees May Be Required to Work Weekends and Overtime.

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

Chief Financial Officer

Oklahoma City, OK

Full Time

Executive

Chief Financial Officer

About the Position: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a critical member of the executive leadership team, providing strategic financial direction and management for the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS). This position ensures the alignment of the agency’s financial strategies with its mission to promote better health outcomes for Oklahomans through innovative and accessible mental health and substance use services.

The CFO is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the agency’s financial operations, including budget development and oversight, financial reporting, compliance with federal and state regulations, and effective financial management in a managed care environment. The role also includes providing expert financial advising to support data-driven decision-making.

As a leader in fiscal accountability, the CFO fosters transparency, ensures fiscal responsibility, and drives excellence in financial operations to support the agency’s core values and strategic goals. This position requires a collaborative approach, fostering strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, and contributing to the development and implementation of long-term organizational initiatives that enhance service delivery and outcomes.

Job Type/Salary:

Application period: Open until filled.
Full-time
Vacancies: 1
Annual Salary: Commensurate with experience
Primary Working Hours are M-F; 8-5
FLSA Status: Exempt

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least six years of progressive professional experience in financial management, analysis, or strategic planning.
A minimum of three years in a leadership role, including supervisory or executive-level responsibilities.
An equivalent combination of education, experience, and demonstrated leadership capability may be considered.

Special Requirements:

Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver’s license.

Benefit Highlights:
ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents. Our benefits include:

Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
11 paid holidays
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year
Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
Longevity Bonus for years of service
Training opportunities for CEU requirements

About us: With an annual appropriated budget exceeding $300 million, the ODMHSAS Finance division administers the agency’s budgeting, procurement, reimbursement and billing services for Central Administration, state-operated facilities, and other community partners.

PIN:2057

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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