Bachelor's degree or Master's degree with major course work in public health, health services administration, social science, human services, business administration, public administration, or a related field and a minimum of four years' managerial experience which included experience in fiscal services, human resources, information technology or a related area and demonstrated knowledge and experience in the development and administration of a complex budget, grants and contracts, fiscal analysis, strategic planning, project management, policy development, interpretation of federal and state laws and regulations, the legislative process to include testifying and presenting to various legislative bodies, etc., and management of supervisory staff; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. The Deputy Administrator provides direct supervision to high level fiscal staff and leads the development and implementation of the Branch's organizational structure, staffing strategies, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective operations.