City of Long Beach, CA
City of Long Beach, California, United States
DESCRIPTION THE COMMUNITY Ideally located on the Pacific Ocean south of Los Angeles, adjacent to Orange County, the City of Long Beach, California (population 470,000) is frequently described as a series of strong, diverse interwoven smaller communities within a large city. Enjoying an ideal Southern California climate, Long Beach is home to an abundance of cultural and recreational options. The Long Beach Convention Center, Aquarium of the Pacific, Queen Mary, and the annual Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, plus a wide variety of other attractions (two historic ranchos, three marinas, and five golf courses), serve to draw 6.5 million visitors a year. The City is also home to California State University, Long Beach, and Long Beach City College. Cal State Long Beach is the second largest university in the state and was recently ranked the No. 3 best-value public college in the nation. Covering approximately 50 square miles, Long Beach is supported by a wide mix of industries with education, health and social services, manufacturing, retail trade, and professional services comprising the highest representation. Known for its livable and desirable neighborhoods, Long Beach was named by America’s Promise Alliance as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People two years in a row. While it offers all the amenities of a large metropolis, many say Long Beach offers the added benefit of having maintained a strong sense of community and cohesiveness despite its growth. A superb climate, quality schools, a vibrant downtown, and a wide variety of neighborhoods help make Long Beach one of the most livable communities in the country. CITY GOVERNMENT Long Beach, a charter city formed in 1897, is governed by nine City Council Members elected by district and a city-wide elected Mayor. Other elected officials include the City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Prosecutor. The elected officials are elected to staggered four-year terms. The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Clerk. The City Manager is responsible for the efficient administration of all City departments, excluding those under the direction of a separately elected official, Board or Commission. Long Beach is one of only three cities in California with its own Health Department and one of the very few municipalities with its own Utilities Department (Water and Gas) and Energy Resources Departments. The City is supported by a FY 2024 total budget of approximately $3.3 billion, with a General Fund budget of $719 million. More than 6,000 full and part-time employees support municipal operations with the vast majority being represented by twelve employee associations. To learn more about the City of Long Beach, go to: www.longbeach.gov . THE DEPARTMENT In December 2022, the Long Beach City Council approved the transition of the Citizen Police Complaint Commission (CPCC) to an auditing/monitoring oversight model for the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD), by creating the Office of Police Oversight (OPO). The OPO is a fully funded department that is independent of the LBPD and tasked with the integral work of improving the relationship between police and community through recommendations for change with training, practices, policies, and procedures. The OPO also works alongside a newly created Police Oversight Commission to perform and review audits of policing practice of LBPD. THE POSITION The City of Long Beach, Office of Police Oversight has an immediate opening for a full-time, unclassified, at-will Police Performance Auditor. Under the direction of the Director, the Police Performance Auditor will oversee and perform the day-to-day audit activities of the office. They will be responsible for the strategic planning, development, and implementation of the office’s audits. The Police Performance Auditor will supervise one auditor that will assist with the day-to-day functions of the office’s audits. The position is a hybrid schedule which combines telecommuting and in-office work. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Duties of this position may include, but are not limited to: Conduct compliance and performance audits and reviews of Police operations; assess police operations and programs for effectiveness, efficiency and economy. Evaluate and assess areas of risk, determine if effective controls are in place, and suggest approaches for addressing risk. Develop audit objectives, scope, and methodologies; perform appropriate audit tests to assess performance; and test accuracy of data being audited Prepare work papers, forms and reports to support conclusions and recommendations; determine adequacy of record systems and procedures; modify audit programs with approval. Prepare audit reports, including specific findings and recommendations. Communicate audit recommendations to supervisors. May assign, review, participate in and coordinate the work of subordinate staff; may orient, train and supervise subordinate staff. Conduct financial and/or performance audits and investigations. Gather and analyze financial, program and statistical data. Perform accounting tasks related to the audit process. Research, interpret and apply laws, regulations, administrative policies and procedures. Conduct best practice research. Use personal computers and software applications. Develop sound recommendations to correct deficiencies regarding internal controls and operating procedures. Identify potential risk exposures to the City; assist with making recommendations to rectify situations. Communicate clearly and concisely in oral and written form. Prepare clear and concise reports. Work effectively as a member of a team and independently. Work in stressful situations and under strict deadlines. Work in a confidential environment and maintain discretion. Work collaboratively with sworn and civilian staff, elected officials, representatives from other organizations and the general public. Provide lead direction or supervision to subordinate support staff. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Performs other duties as requested. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable: Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Policy, Economic, or a related field (Proof required at time of application*). If degree is not in Accounting, must have completed and be able to show proof of advanced course work in accounting or auditing Experience: Two years of progressively responsible experience as an auditor in a public or private setting. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment. Possession of a professional designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certified Internal Control Auditor (CICA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) is highly desirable. A Master's Degree in a related field is desirable. Must pass a thorough background investigation. Must be willing to work irregular days and hours as needed SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL DEMONSTRATE: General auditing principles and procedures including Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). Governmental accounting, auditing and reporting standards. Law enforcement and public safety organizations including principles, practices, methods and equipment; legal and government auditing practices. Computerized accounting and tracking systems. Performance evaluation systems, program evaluation, and performance and procedural analysis. Program and budget management. Statistical methods and research techniques. Report writing. English syntax, language mechanics, punctuation and grammar. Personal computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software programs; basic accounting and budgeting applications. Principles and methods of supervision, training, and evaluation. SELECTION PROCEDURE This recruitment will remain open until filled. To be considered, please submit an online application, including a cover letter, resume, and proof of education in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please email cityattorney@longbeach.gov . The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act . You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please contact the Office of the City Attorney two (2) business days prior to the interview(s) at (562) 570-2200. For technical support with your governmentjobs.com application, please contact (855) 524-5627. The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include: Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) defined benefit retirement plan, which is coordinated with Social Security. The benefit is 2.5% or 2.7% (depending on hire date) @55 for "Classic" members and 2% @62 for new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the compensation limitations set by PERS. Both the City and the employee contributes toward CalPERS retirement contributions. The city also participates in Social Security. Health and Dental Insurance: The City offers the choice of HMO and PPO plans. The city pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/ dental plan selected. Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance policy equal to three (3) times annual salary to a maximum of $500,000. Disability Insurance: City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. Management Physical: Annual City-paid physical examination. Vacation: Twelve (12) vacation days after the first year of service; 15 days after four years, six months of service; 20 days after 19 years, six months of service. Executive Leave: Forty (40) hours Executive Leave per year. The City Manager has discretion to grant an additional 40 hours each year. Sick Leave : One day earned per month; unlimited accumulation; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits. Holidays: Eleven (11) designated holidays per year, plus four personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion. Transportation Allowance: Monthly allowance is allocated by classifications below; Department Head $650.00 Deputy Director/Manager/Director (Harbor/Utilities) $550.00 Division Officer/Superintendent/ Chief of Staff / Administrator / Principal DCA $450.00 Assistant to Executive / Executive Assistant / Executive Secretary/ Executive Support Staff $300.00 Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional for employee contribution to a supplementary retirement savings program available through Mission Square Retirement formerly ICMA-RC Retirement Corporation). Classic CalPERS Members: The City will contribute a maximum of up to two percent (2%) of base salary* for all qualified Classic CalPERS members. Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) CalPERS Members: Effective the second full pay period following City Council adoption, the City contribution will increase from two percent (2%) to three percent (3%) of base salary* for all qualified PEPRA CalPERS members. Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Optional election for employees to reduce taxable income for payment of allowable childcare or medical expenses. Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule: Available (subject to City Manager approval). Paid Parental Leave: The City provides one hundred and sixty (160) hours of Paid Parental Leave at 100% of salary, for the birth, adoption or foster placement of a child, regardless of the gender, marital status or sexual orientation of the parent. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 06, 2024
Full Time
DESCRIPTION THE COMMUNITY Ideally located on the Pacific Ocean south of Los Angeles, adjacent to Orange County, the City of Long Beach, California (population 470,000) is frequently described as a series of strong, diverse interwoven smaller communities within a large city. Enjoying an ideal Southern California climate, Long Beach is home to an abundance of cultural and recreational options. The Long Beach Convention Center, Aquarium of the Pacific, Queen Mary, and the annual Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, plus a wide variety of other attractions (two historic ranchos, three marinas, and five golf courses), serve to draw 6.5 million visitors a year. The City is also home to California State University, Long Beach, and Long Beach City College. Cal State Long Beach is the second largest university in the state and was recently ranked the No. 3 best-value public college in the nation. Covering approximately 50 square miles, Long Beach is supported by a wide mix of industries with education, health and social services, manufacturing, retail trade, and professional services comprising the highest representation. Known for its livable and desirable neighborhoods, Long Beach was named by America’s Promise Alliance as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People two years in a row. While it offers all the amenities of a large metropolis, many say Long Beach offers the added benefit of having maintained a strong sense of community and cohesiveness despite its growth. A superb climate, quality schools, a vibrant downtown, and a wide variety of neighborhoods help make Long Beach one of the most livable communities in the country. CITY GOVERNMENT Long Beach, a charter city formed in 1897, is governed by nine City Council Members elected by district and a city-wide elected Mayor. Other elected officials include the City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Prosecutor. The elected officials are elected to staggered four-year terms. The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Clerk. The City Manager is responsible for the efficient administration of all City departments, excluding those under the direction of a separately elected official, Board or Commission. Long Beach is one of only three cities in California with its own Health Department and one of the very few municipalities with its own Utilities Department (Water and Gas) and Energy Resources Departments. The City is supported by a FY 2024 total budget of approximately $3.3 billion, with a General Fund budget of $719 million. More than 6,000 full and part-time employees support municipal operations with the vast majority being represented by twelve employee associations. To learn more about the City of Long Beach, go to: www.longbeach.gov . THE DEPARTMENT In December 2022, the Long Beach City Council approved the transition of the Citizen Police Complaint Commission (CPCC) to an auditing/monitoring oversight model for the Long Beach Police Department (LBPD), by creating the Office of Police Oversight (OPO). The OPO is a fully funded department that is independent of the LBPD and tasked with the integral work of improving the relationship between police and community through recommendations for change with training, practices, policies, and procedures. The OPO also works alongside a newly created Police Oversight Commission to perform and review audits of policing practice of LBPD. THE POSITION The City of Long Beach, Office of Police Oversight has an immediate opening for a full-time, unclassified, at-will Police Performance Auditor. Under the direction of the Director, the Police Performance Auditor will oversee and perform the day-to-day audit activities of the office. They will be responsible for the strategic planning, development, and implementation of the office’s audits. The Police Performance Auditor will supervise one auditor that will assist with the day-to-day functions of the office’s audits. The position is a hybrid schedule which combines telecommuting and in-office work. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Duties of this position may include, but are not limited to: Conduct compliance and performance audits and reviews of Police operations; assess police operations and programs for effectiveness, efficiency and economy. Evaluate and assess areas of risk, determine if effective controls are in place, and suggest approaches for addressing risk. Develop audit objectives, scope, and methodologies; perform appropriate audit tests to assess performance; and test accuracy of data being audited Prepare work papers, forms and reports to support conclusions and recommendations; determine adequacy of record systems and procedures; modify audit programs with approval. Prepare audit reports, including specific findings and recommendations. Communicate audit recommendations to supervisors. May assign, review, participate in and coordinate the work of subordinate staff; may orient, train and supervise subordinate staff. Conduct financial and/or performance audits and investigations. Gather and analyze financial, program and statistical data. Perform accounting tasks related to the audit process. Research, interpret and apply laws, regulations, administrative policies and procedures. Conduct best practice research. Use personal computers and software applications. Develop sound recommendations to correct deficiencies regarding internal controls and operating procedures. Identify potential risk exposures to the City; assist with making recommendations to rectify situations. Communicate clearly and concisely in oral and written form. Prepare clear and concise reports. Work effectively as a member of a team and independently. Work in stressful situations and under strict deadlines. Work in a confidential environment and maintain discretion. Work collaboratively with sworn and civilian staff, elected officials, representatives from other organizations and the general public. Provide lead direction or supervision to subordinate support staff. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Performs other duties as requested. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable: Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Policy, Economic, or a related field (Proof required at time of application*). If degree is not in Accounting, must have completed and be able to show proof of advanced course work in accounting or auditing Experience: Two years of progressively responsible experience as an auditor in a public or private setting. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment. Possession of a professional designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), Certified Internal Control Auditor (CICA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) is highly desirable. A Master's Degree in a related field is desirable. Must pass a thorough background investigation. Must be willing to work irregular days and hours as needed SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL DEMONSTRATE: General auditing principles and procedures including Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). Governmental accounting, auditing and reporting standards. Law enforcement and public safety organizations including principles, practices, methods and equipment; legal and government auditing practices. Computerized accounting and tracking systems. Performance evaluation systems, program evaluation, and performance and procedural analysis. Program and budget management. Statistical methods and research techniques. Report writing. English syntax, language mechanics, punctuation and grammar. Personal computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software programs; basic accounting and budgeting applications. Principles and methods of supervision, training, and evaluation. SELECTION PROCEDURE This recruitment will remain open until filled. To be considered, please submit an online application, including a cover letter, resume, and proof of education in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please email cityattorney@longbeach.gov . The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act . You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please contact the Office of the City Attorney two (2) business days prior to the interview(s) at (562) 570-2200. For technical support with your governmentjobs.com application, please contact (855) 524-5627. The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include: Retirement: California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) defined benefit retirement plan, which is coordinated with Social Security. The benefit is 2.5% or 2.7% (depending on hire date) @55 for "Classic" members and 2% @62 for new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the compensation limitations set by PERS. Both the City and the employee contributes toward CalPERS retirement contributions. The city also participates in Social Security. Health and Dental Insurance: The City offers the choice of HMO and PPO plans. The city pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/ dental plan selected. Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance policy equal to three (3) times annual salary to a maximum of $500,000. Disability Insurance: City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. Management Physical: Annual City-paid physical examination. Vacation: Twelve (12) vacation days after the first year of service; 15 days after four years, six months of service; 20 days after 19 years, six months of service. Executive Leave: Forty (40) hours Executive Leave per year. The City Manager has discretion to grant an additional 40 hours each year. Sick Leave : One day earned per month; unlimited accumulation; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits. Holidays: Eleven (11) designated holidays per year, plus four personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion. Transportation Allowance: Monthly allowance is allocated by classifications below; Department Head $650.00 Deputy Director/Manager/Director (Harbor/Utilities) $550.00 Division Officer/Superintendent/ Chief of Staff / Administrator / Principal DCA $450.00 Assistant to Executive / Executive Assistant / Executive Secretary/ Executive Support Staff $300.00 Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional for employee contribution to a supplementary retirement savings program available through Mission Square Retirement formerly ICMA-RC Retirement Corporation). Classic CalPERS Members: The City will contribute a maximum of up to two percent (2%) of base salary* for all qualified Classic CalPERS members. Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) CalPERS Members: Effective the second full pay period following City Council adoption, the City contribution will increase from two percent (2%) to three percent (3%) of base salary* for all qualified PEPRA CalPERS members. Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Optional election for employees to reduce taxable income for payment of allowable childcare or medical expenses. Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule: Available (subject to City Manager approval). Paid Parental Leave: The City provides one hundred and sixty (160) hours of Paid Parental Leave at 100% of salary, for the birth, adoption or foster placement of a child, regardless of the gender, marital status or sexual orientation of the parent. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
Introduction The City of Scottsdale has an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to direct and lead its City audit functions. The City Auditor's Office mission is to conduct audits promoting operational efficiency, effectiveness, accountability, and integrity. This mission is accomplished through independent research, analysis, consultation, and educational services conducted in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards, as required by the City's Charter. The City Auditor is appointed by the City Council and works in collaboration with the City Council's Audit Committee and the council-management team of charter officers. Currently, the City Auditor leads a team of 6.75 full-time staff and is responsible for an annual operating budget of $1.36 million. The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled audit professional with a successful record of directing audits and related activities in accordance with professional auditing standards and effectively managing financial and staff resources. At least one professional certification of Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is required, and other certifications, including Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), are considered desirable. The ideal candidate will be a savvy, results-driven executive who has exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, and possesses broad experience in all types of auditing. In addition, candidates should be skilled at exercising independent professional judgment while building effective working relationships and at communicating complex information in a logical, concise, and relatable manner. An individual with superior strategic planning skills and fiscal management experience, as well as demonstrated experience with financial, compliance, performance, information technology, and investigative audits is preferred. A master's degree in accounting, finance, business or administration, or a related field is highly desirable. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter by Clicking Here . In your cover letter, p lease include specifically why you are uniquely qualified and interested in the City Auditor position. In your resume , please indicate whether you worked full-time or part-time and include specific dates, job titles and duties performed. First review of applications will be at the beginning of September 2024. Please note that the posting may close when a sufficient number of applicants have been received. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field from an accredited educational institution. Seven years of direct experience in audit program management, of which three years should be as a supervisor. Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted. Preferred: Governmental experience at the federal, state, or local level Master's Degree Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirement Must be certified as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA). Consistent with Article 3, Section 1 of the City Charter, the incumbent will be required to relocate to the City of Scottsdale within six months of appointment. Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work. Essential Functions Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following: Provides executive leadership, direction, and management to the City Auditor's Office. Works closely with the City Council, Audit Committee, charter officers and executive team to evaluate risks and develop audit priorities related to the City's established strategic goals, objectives, policies, and departmental business strategies. Acts as a sounding board for the City Manager, City Council, and key managers on critical proposals. Partners with City departments to define and establish policies and procedures which result in problem resolution. Supervises employees and coordinates personnel-related activities, to include but not limited to hiring, approving work schedules, recommending/approving personnel actions, coaching and counseling, establishing performance goals and writing performance evaluations. Coordinates and supports the Audit Committee's functions, including regular meetings, sunset reviews of boards and commissions, and recordkeeping, such as minutes and agendas. Researches and develops the annual audit plan, coordinates its approval by the Audit Committee and City Council, and ensures its successful completion. Performs special audit studies as requested by City Council or the charter officers, including amending the audit plan as appropriate. Plans, performs, and directs financial, compliance and operational audits of City functions, programs, and contracts. Oversees contracted audits, including the annual financial audit and other required and approved audit activities. Monitors the City Auditor's Integrity Line, evaluating the information received, consulting with legal or other resources, and conducting investigative audits as appropriate. Assists in creating a learning organization that encourages mentoring and professional development. Coaches, mentors, and supports staff to meet their training and professional development goals. As well, providing training to benefit citywide or departmental staff. Monitors the City Auditor's office operational needs and develops and monitors its annual operating budget. Work Environment/Physical Demands Work is performed in a normal City office environment. Travel to/from meetings and various City locations. Attend evening meetings as necessary. To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here . Total rewards at the City of Scottsdale includes a comprehensive benefits package: 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457 Deferred Compensation Pet Insurance Bilingual pay compensation Selection Process: Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include: Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database Criminal Background screening Credit Check EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 13, 2024
Full Time
Introduction The City of Scottsdale has an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to direct and lead its City audit functions. The City Auditor's Office mission is to conduct audits promoting operational efficiency, effectiveness, accountability, and integrity. This mission is accomplished through independent research, analysis, consultation, and educational services conducted in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards, as required by the City's Charter. The City Auditor is appointed by the City Council and works in collaboration with the City Council's Audit Committee and the council-management team of charter officers. Currently, the City Auditor leads a team of 6.75 full-time staff and is responsible for an annual operating budget of $1.36 million. The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled audit professional with a successful record of directing audits and related activities in accordance with professional auditing standards and effectively managing financial and staff resources. At least one professional certification of Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is required, and other certifications, including Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), are considered desirable. The ideal candidate will be a savvy, results-driven executive who has exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, and possesses broad experience in all types of auditing. In addition, candidates should be skilled at exercising independent professional judgment while building effective working relationships and at communicating complex information in a logical, concise, and relatable manner. An individual with superior strategic planning skills and fiscal management experience, as well as demonstrated experience with financial, compliance, performance, information technology, and investigative audits is preferred. A master's degree in accounting, finance, business or administration, or a related field is highly desirable. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter by Clicking Here . In your cover letter, p lease include specifically why you are uniquely qualified and interested in the City Auditor position. In your resume , please indicate whether you worked full-time or part-time and include specific dates, job titles and duties performed. First review of applications will be at the beginning of September 2024. Please note that the posting may close when a sufficient number of applicants have been received. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field from an accredited educational institution. Seven years of direct experience in audit program management, of which three years should be as a supervisor. Any equivalent combination of education and/or job-related experience that meets the minimum qualifications may be substituted. Preferred: Governmental experience at the federal, state, or local level Master's Degree Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirement Must be certified as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA). Consistent with Article 3, Section 1 of the City Charter, the incumbent will be required to relocate to the City of Scottsdale within six months of appointment. Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work. Essential Functions Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following: Provides executive leadership, direction, and management to the City Auditor's Office. Works closely with the City Council, Audit Committee, charter officers and executive team to evaluate risks and develop audit priorities related to the City's established strategic goals, objectives, policies, and departmental business strategies. Acts as a sounding board for the City Manager, City Council, and key managers on critical proposals. Partners with City departments to define and establish policies and procedures which result in problem resolution. Supervises employees and coordinates personnel-related activities, to include but not limited to hiring, approving work schedules, recommending/approving personnel actions, coaching and counseling, establishing performance goals and writing performance evaluations. Coordinates and supports the Audit Committee's functions, including regular meetings, sunset reviews of boards and commissions, and recordkeeping, such as minutes and agendas. Researches and develops the annual audit plan, coordinates its approval by the Audit Committee and City Council, and ensures its successful completion. Performs special audit studies as requested by City Council or the charter officers, including amending the audit plan as appropriate. Plans, performs, and directs financial, compliance and operational audits of City functions, programs, and contracts. Oversees contracted audits, including the annual financial audit and other required and approved audit activities. Monitors the City Auditor's Integrity Line, evaluating the information received, consulting with legal or other resources, and conducting investigative audits as appropriate. Assists in creating a learning organization that encourages mentoring and professional development. Coaches, mentors, and supports staff to meet their training and professional development goals. As well, providing training to benefit citywide or departmental staff. Monitors the City Auditor's office operational needs and develops and monitors its annual operating budget. Work Environment/Physical Demands Work is performed in a normal City office environment. Travel to/from meetings and various City locations. Attend evening meetings as necessary. To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here . Total rewards at the City of Scottsdale includes a comprehensive benefits package: 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457 Deferred Compensation Pet Insurance Bilingual pay compensation Selection Process: Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include: Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database Criminal Background screening Credit Check EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
PLACER COUNTY, CA
Auburn, California, United States
Introduction Living in Placer County from Placer County Video Portal Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov . BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Management benefits . For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To plan, coordinate, organize, and supervise an assigned work unit(s) within a large, multi-unit division or a specialized stand-alone division of the Auditor Controller’s Office; to assign, train, motivate, and evaluate the work of professional and technical staff; to design, modify, and organize assigned work processes and operational procedures to maximize assigned work unit’s efficiencies and effectiveness; to perform the most complex professional and technical functions as necessary; and to function as a proactive and positive member of the departmental team. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This classification recognizes positions that provide full second-line supervision to employees within a work section and assume substantive and significant programmatic responsibility in a defined area or specialty within the Auditor-Controller’s Office. This class is distinguished from the Senior Accountant and Senior Auditor classifications in that the latter are the advanced journey level classes in the series and serve as first-line supervisors. This class is distinguished from the Supervising Accountant in that the former oversees a specialized area(s) with countywide significance, such as governmental accounting and/or auditing processes, whereas the latter is assigned to perform department-specific functions. This class is further distinguished from the Managing Accountant Auditor classification in that the latter exercises full line and functional management responsibility over a division or a program area within the department. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from a Managing Accountant-Auditor and/or higher-level management staff. Exercises direct supervision over assigned professional, technical, and clerical staff. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Participate in the selection of staff; schedule, train, monitor, motivate, and supervise assigned professional, technical, and clerical staff; provide proactive and informational performance feedback to employees on an ongoing basis; conduct performance evaluations in a timely and effective manner; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed. Plan, organize, coordinate, and review the work of an assigned work unit(s) within a large, multi-unit division or a specialized stand-alone division of the Auditor-Controller’s Office; evaluate work products, methods, and procedures. Represent the assigned work unit(s) and staff to other divisions within the Office as well as other County departments, special districts, and other public and/or private organizations. Monitor and evaluate the processes, procedures, and workflow of assigned work unit(s) on an ongoing basis to maximize efficiencies and effectiveness; redesign and modify existing processes and procedures in a timely response to new or changing laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances, improved technologies, and/or client expectations and requests; create, establish, and implement new processes and procedures as necessary. Perform the most difficult and complex governmental accounting, reporting, and/or auditing tasks assigned to the designated work unit(s) utilizing specialized skill sets and in-depth knowledge of governmental accounting, the County’s fund structure, budgetary accounting, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements, etc.; analyze, review, approve, and audit the most complex financial data, transactions, and documents; resolve discrepancies as appropriate. Assist in the development and preparation of complex governmental accounting and auditing reports on behalf of the Auditor-Controller's Office; review departmental and special district reports, statements, and other financial documents for accuracy and reasonableness; submit to appropriate state agencies as required. Provide accounting guidance and training to County departments and special districts. Implement new accounting standards and effectively communicate changes to County departments and special districts as applicable. Act as primary resource and main point of contact regarding the functions and responsibilities of assigned work unit(s) and staff; provide proactive and positive customer service; respond to all inquiries, questions, and requests in a timely and customer-oriented manner; investigate complaints and recommend corrective and/or proactive action to be taken as necessary. Participate in the budget preparation process; prepare cost estimates for assigned work unit(s); submit justifications with documentation for budget requests related to staff, equipment, and supplies; monitor and control assigned budget on an ongoing basis. Build and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, management, other County employees, special districts, other public and/or private organizations and agencies, and the public using principles of effective customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is typically performed in an indoor office environment with controlled temperature conditions. Position may require travel to and from other locations in a variety of outdoor weather conditions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below. Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible journey level professional experience performing duties similar to an Accountant II or Auditor II with Placer County, including one (1) year of supervisory responsibility; OR Two (2) years of increasingly responsible advanced journey level professional experience performing duties similar to a Senior Accountant or Senior Auditor with Placer County. Training: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field. Note: Relevant, equivalent experience (performing the same or similar job requiring similar knowledge, skills, and abilities) may be substituted for the required education as determined by the Human Resources Department. Applicants receiving their degree outside the United States must submit proof of accreditation by a recognized evaluation agency. Required License or Certificate: May need to possess a valid driver’s license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Governmental accounting and budgeting, governmental accounting and auditing standards, and generally accepted accounting principles. Laws, rules, and regulations related to standard and accepted human resources and payroll practices. Fund accounting, cost accounting, budgetary accounting, and financial reporting methods and procedures. Principles and practices of financial reporting preparation. Application and operation of computerized accounting systems and software. Statutory laws, rules, and regulations applicable to governmental accounting, auditing, and budgeting within designated programmatic areas of responsibility. Pertinent local, state, and federal rules, regulations, laws, and ordinances. Budget preparation, administration, and control procedures. Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building, and conflict resolution. Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment and software. Principles and practices utilized in planning, organizing, and monitoring workflow and processes. Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of governmental auditing and risk assessment. Principles and theories of internal control over financial reporting and compliance. Common indicators of fraud, waste, and abuse. Ability to: On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; analyze, understand, identify, recall, interpret, and explain technical and numerical information, work papers, reports, and special projects; observe and problem-solve operational and technical policies and procedures; read, recall, interpret, analyze, explain, and apply related rules, laws, and regulations; work under time pressure and complete a high volume of tasks with frequent interruptions; manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and quickly switch between tasks; focus on a single task for long periods of time. On a continuous basis, sit at a desk or in meetings for long periods of time; intermittently walk, stand, bend, push, pull, and twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; speak, use telephone, write, and use a keyboard to communicate; see and hear with sufficient acuity to perform essential job functions; lift light weight. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement approved solutions in support of stated goals. Design and implement accounting and financial management systems. Analyze and evaluate accounting systems and financial programs; design improvements and controls for assigned operations; assess overall effectiveness of programmatic responsibilities. Interpret and apply legal, regulatory, and administrative controls to accounting functions and financial management systems. Develop and monitor an assigned program budget in an effective manner. Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations. Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups and individuals in a tactful and effective manner. Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff. Perform the most complex governmental accounting work of the assigned work unit(s) in an effective and timely manner. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION Length of Probation: All permanent appointments to this classification shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) calendar months or two thousand eighty (2,080) hours, whichever is more. Bargaining Unit: Management FLSA Status: Exempt CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Conclusion For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Kristen Cannon, Administrative Technician, at kcannon@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4661. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Jul 11, 2024
Full Time
Introduction Living in Placer County from Placer County Video Portal Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov . BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Management benefits . For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To plan, coordinate, organize, and supervise an assigned work unit(s) within a large, multi-unit division or a specialized stand-alone division of the Auditor Controller’s Office; to assign, train, motivate, and evaluate the work of professional and technical staff; to design, modify, and organize assigned work processes and operational procedures to maximize assigned work unit’s efficiencies and effectiveness; to perform the most complex professional and technical functions as necessary; and to function as a proactive and positive member of the departmental team. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This classification recognizes positions that provide full second-line supervision to employees within a work section and assume substantive and significant programmatic responsibility in a defined area or specialty within the Auditor-Controller’s Office. This class is distinguished from the Senior Accountant and Senior Auditor classifications in that the latter are the advanced journey level classes in the series and serve as first-line supervisors. This class is distinguished from the Supervising Accountant in that the former oversees a specialized area(s) with countywide significance, such as governmental accounting and/or auditing processes, whereas the latter is assigned to perform department-specific functions. This class is further distinguished from the Managing Accountant Auditor classification in that the latter exercises full line and functional management responsibility over a division or a program area within the department. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from a Managing Accountant-Auditor and/or higher-level management staff. Exercises direct supervision over assigned professional, technical, and clerical staff. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Participate in the selection of staff; schedule, train, monitor, motivate, and supervise assigned professional, technical, and clerical staff; provide proactive and informational performance feedback to employees on an ongoing basis; conduct performance evaluations in a timely and effective manner; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed. Plan, organize, coordinate, and review the work of an assigned work unit(s) within a large, multi-unit division or a specialized stand-alone division of the Auditor-Controller’s Office; evaluate work products, methods, and procedures. Represent the assigned work unit(s) and staff to other divisions within the Office as well as other County departments, special districts, and other public and/or private organizations. Monitor and evaluate the processes, procedures, and workflow of assigned work unit(s) on an ongoing basis to maximize efficiencies and effectiveness; redesign and modify existing processes and procedures in a timely response to new or changing laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances, improved technologies, and/or client expectations and requests; create, establish, and implement new processes and procedures as necessary. Perform the most difficult and complex governmental accounting, reporting, and/or auditing tasks assigned to the designated work unit(s) utilizing specialized skill sets and in-depth knowledge of governmental accounting, the County’s fund structure, budgetary accounting, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements, etc.; analyze, review, approve, and audit the most complex financial data, transactions, and documents; resolve discrepancies as appropriate. Assist in the development and preparation of complex governmental accounting and auditing reports on behalf of the Auditor-Controller's Office; review departmental and special district reports, statements, and other financial documents for accuracy and reasonableness; submit to appropriate state agencies as required. Provide accounting guidance and training to County departments and special districts. Implement new accounting standards and effectively communicate changes to County departments and special districts as applicable. Act as primary resource and main point of contact regarding the functions and responsibilities of assigned work unit(s) and staff; provide proactive and positive customer service; respond to all inquiries, questions, and requests in a timely and customer-oriented manner; investigate complaints and recommend corrective and/or proactive action to be taken as necessary. Participate in the budget preparation process; prepare cost estimates for assigned work unit(s); submit justifications with documentation for budget requests related to staff, equipment, and supplies; monitor and control assigned budget on an ongoing basis. Build and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, management, other County employees, special districts, other public and/or private organizations and agencies, and the public using principles of effective customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is typically performed in an indoor office environment with controlled temperature conditions. Position may require travel to and from other locations in a variety of outdoor weather conditions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below. Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible journey level professional experience performing duties similar to an Accountant II or Auditor II with Placer County, including one (1) year of supervisory responsibility; OR Two (2) years of increasingly responsible advanced journey level professional experience performing duties similar to a Senior Accountant or Senior Auditor with Placer County. Training: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field. Note: Relevant, equivalent experience (performing the same or similar job requiring similar knowledge, skills, and abilities) may be substituted for the required education as determined by the Human Resources Department. Applicants receiving their degree outside the United States must submit proof of accreditation by a recognized evaluation agency. Required License or Certificate: May need to possess a valid driver’s license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Governmental accounting and budgeting, governmental accounting and auditing standards, and generally accepted accounting principles. Laws, rules, and regulations related to standard and accepted human resources and payroll practices. Fund accounting, cost accounting, budgetary accounting, and financial reporting methods and procedures. Principles and practices of financial reporting preparation. Application and operation of computerized accounting systems and software. Statutory laws, rules, and regulations applicable to governmental accounting, auditing, and budgeting within designated programmatic areas of responsibility. Pertinent local, state, and federal rules, regulations, laws, and ordinances. Budget preparation, administration, and control procedures. Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building, and conflict resolution. Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment and software. Principles and practices utilized in planning, organizing, and monitoring workflow and processes. Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of governmental auditing and risk assessment. Principles and theories of internal control over financial reporting and compliance. Common indicators of fraud, waste, and abuse. Ability to: On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; analyze, understand, identify, recall, interpret, and explain technical and numerical information, work papers, reports, and special projects; observe and problem-solve operational and technical policies and procedures; read, recall, interpret, analyze, explain, and apply related rules, laws, and regulations; work under time pressure and complete a high volume of tasks with frequent interruptions; manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and quickly switch between tasks; focus on a single task for long periods of time. On a continuous basis, sit at a desk or in meetings for long periods of time; intermittently walk, stand, bend, push, pull, and twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; speak, use telephone, write, and use a keyboard to communicate; see and hear with sufficient acuity to perform essential job functions; lift light weight. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement approved solutions in support of stated goals. Design and implement accounting and financial management systems. Analyze and evaluate accounting systems and financial programs; design improvements and controls for assigned operations; assess overall effectiveness of programmatic responsibilities. Interpret and apply legal, regulatory, and administrative controls to accounting functions and financial management systems. Develop and monitor an assigned program budget in an effective manner. Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations. Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups and individuals in a tactful and effective manner. Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff. Perform the most complex governmental accounting work of the assigned work unit(s) in an effective and timely manner. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION Length of Probation: All permanent appointments to this classification shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) calendar months or two thousand eighty (2,080) hours, whichever is more. Bargaining Unit: Management FLSA Status: Exempt CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Conclusion For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Kristen Cannon, Administrative Technician, at kcannon@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4661. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Minimum Qualifications Internal Auditor I: $26.26 - $31.45 per hour Education and/or Equivalent Experience: 4-year degree in accounting, business, social sciences, public administration, or related field. L icenses and Certifications Required: None Internal Auditor II: $28.85 - $36.06 per hour Education and/or Equivalent Experience: 4-year degree in accounting, business, social sciences, public administration, or related field 2 years relevant experience Masters in related field can substitute for 1 year of experience. Licenses and Certifications Required: None Internal Auditor III : $33.05 - $42.14 per hour Education and/or Equivalent Experience: 4-year degree in accounting, business, social sciences, public administration, or related field 4 years relevant experience, including 2 years lead or supervisory experience Masters in related field can substitute for 1 year of experience Licenses and Certifications Required: CIA , CGAP , CPA , CISA , CFE , or other relevant certification required Notes to Applicants Position Overview: Will perform auditing work which includes investigating, reviewing, and analyzing financial information, internal controls, operational performance, and management practices to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures and local, state, and federal laws, statutes, and guidelines. Who We Are: Our department provides a variety of financial services and programs. The Financial Services Department ( FSD ) serves residents, vendors, and City departments. Our mission is to serve as a trusted steward of public resources with integrity and accountability to ensure a fiscally sound city. Our staff supports a wide variety of financial processes, including preparing the annual budget and annual fiscal report, procurement processes, franchise agreements, real estate transactions, and overseeing the City’s investment portfolio and debt management. As an internal support function within the larger City organization, FSD is proud to serve and act as a leader in financial management to its partner departments. Click here to read more about us online! Why Join Us? Meaningful Work Contribute to projects that improve the lives of the people in our community. Innovation and Collaboration Collaborate with diverse and talented teams, leveraging technology, continuous improvement, and best practices to drive progress in a variety of financial programs. Professional Growth and Development Achieve your professional goals. FSD offers opportunities to advance in multiple career paths, as well as a wide variety of learning opportunities. Work-Life Balance Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in a city renowned for its quality of life, outdoor activities, and cultural experiences. Hybrid Work Environment: The City of Austin Flexible Work Arrangement Program is designed to empower employees and leaders to establish hybrid work arrangements that promote high levels of performance and engagement. Staff may be eligible to telework up to 50% within a two (2) week period. Work schedules are implemented to meet department requirements and are subject to change based on business needs. Health and Wellness The City of Austin is committed to providing cost-effective, sustainable benefits that assist employees in being physically and mentally well. For employees that are covered, this includes low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Click here to review the City of Austin’s Employee Benefits Guide . Click here to watch a short City of Austin Employment Video . Application Details: A detailed, complete COA employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine your salary if you are selected for this position. Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. A cover letter is required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position. A résumé is also required, but will not substitute for a complete COA employment application. When completing the City of Austin employment application, the Work experience listed must include a month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview. Additional Details: The Financial Services Department may close this job posting at any time after it has been advertised for seven (7) days, please apply as soon as possible if interested. This position may require a skills assessment. If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED equivalent, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required. This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ). If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, we may contact your current and former employer, as well as the references listed in your application. Please be sure you have listed at least 3 previous supervisors in the application with correct contact information. If you are identified as a top military candidate or a veteran, you must provide a copy of your DD-214. Salary Range: Internal Auditor I : $$26.26 - $31.45 Internal Auditor II: $28.85 - $36.06 Internal Auditor III : $33.05 - $42.14 Travel: If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. 90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: When the same or an additional vacancy occurs within a department in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, the hiring department may offer the additional position to another candidate from the same candidate pool. Pay Range Please see Notes to Applicants. Hours Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Telework opportunities may be available after an initial training period. Work schedules are implemented to meet department requirements and are subject to change based on business needs. Note: Effective October 1, 2023, non-executive staff that are eligible to telework are required to be in the office for a minimum of three (3) days per week. Job Close Date 09/30/2024 Type of Posting External Department Financial Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 124 W 8th Street, Austin Texas 78701 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience leading audits and/or audit teams. Experience working as a government auditor or internal auditor. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience using TeamMate or TeamMate+ audit software or other electronic working paper software. Ability to travel to more than one work location Duties, Functions and Responsibilities For the Duties, Functions and Responsibilities of this position, please click the appropriate job description below. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Internal Auditor I Internal Auditor II Internal Auditor III Knowledge, Skills and Abilities For the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities of this position, please click the appropriate job description below. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Internal Auditor I Internal Auditor II Internal Auditor III Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualification for this position is a 4-year degree in accounting, business, social sciences, public administration, or related field. Do you meet this minimum qualification? Yes No * Please provide a brief description of how you meet the minimum qualifications listed for this position to include meeting the educational requirements, years of related experience and substitutions. (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. * Do you have experience working as a government auditor or internal auditor? Both Governmental Auditor Internal Auditor Neither * Describe your experience leading audits and audit teams. (Open Ended Question) * Which of the following describes the highest level TeamMate, TeamMate+ or other electronic working paper software user role have you been assigned? None Observer: Has view-only access. Test Reviewer: Has the ability to view all data and can mark the procedures under the project as reviewed. Test Manager: Can add and manage the procedures under the project. Has full access over the procedures, work papers, issues and recommendations, and coaching notes. Manager Reviewer: Can add and get and update objects, add or generate audit reports, etc. Can view all data, mark the objects under the project as reviewed, and create issues and coaching notes. Owner: Can perform any available action within the project including closing the project, updating the profile, adding and getting and updating objects, adding or generating audit reports, etc. System Administrator: Can create roles, groups, and manage the TeamMate, TeamMate+ or other electronic working paper application. * This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills. Please describe how you have used these skills in your current or past work experience. (Open Ended Question) * Which of the following certifications do you currently hold? Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) Certified in Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) Other relevant certification None * If you checked “Other relevant certification”, please list your current certification and describe how it is relevant to the Internal Auditor position. (Open Ended Question) * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
Sep 07, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Internal Auditor I: $26.26 - $31.45 per hour Education and/or Equivalent Experience: 4-year degree in accounting, business, social sciences, public administration, or related field. L icenses and Certifications Required: None Internal Auditor II: $28.85 - $36.06 per hour Education and/or Equivalent Experience: 4-year degree in accounting, business, social sciences, public administration, or related field 2 years relevant experience Masters in related field can substitute for 1 year of experience. Licenses and Certifications Required: None Internal Auditor III : $33.05 - $42.14 per hour Education and/or Equivalent Experience: 4-year degree in accounting, business, social sciences, public administration, or related field 4 years relevant experience, including 2 years lead or supervisory experience Masters in related field can substitute for 1 year of experience Licenses and Certifications Required: CIA , CGAP , CPA , CISA , CFE , or other relevant certification required Notes to Applicants Position Overview: Will perform auditing work which includes investigating, reviewing, and analyzing financial information, internal controls, operational performance, and management practices to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures and local, state, and federal laws, statutes, and guidelines. Who We Are: Our department provides a variety of financial services and programs. The Financial Services Department ( FSD ) serves residents, vendors, and City departments. Our mission is to serve as a trusted steward of public resources with integrity and accountability to ensure a fiscally sound city. Our staff supports a wide variety of financial processes, including preparing the annual budget and annual fiscal report, procurement processes, franchise agreements, real estate transactions, and overseeing the City’s investment portfolio and debt management. As an internal support function within the larger City organization, FSD is proud to serve and act as a leader in financial management to its partner departments. Click here to read more about us online! Why Join Us? Meaningful Work Contribute to projects that improve the lives of the people in our community. Innovation and Collaboration Collaborate with diverse and talented teams, leveraging technology, continuous improvement, and best practices to drive progress in a variety of financial programs. Professional Growth and Development Achieve your professional goals. FSD offers opportunities to advance in multiple career paths, as well as a wide variety of learning opportunities. Work-Life Balance Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in a city renowned for its quality of life, outdoor activities, and cultural experiences. Hybrid Work Environment: The City of Austin Flexible Work Arrangement Program is designed to empower employees and leaders to establish hybrid work arrangements that promote high levels of performance and engagement. Staff may be eligible to telework up to 50% within a two (2) week period. Work schedules are implemented to meet department requirements and are subject to change based on business needs. Health and Wellness The City of Austin is committed to providing cost-effective, sustainable benefits that assist employees in being physically and mentally well. For employees that are covered, this includes low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Click here to review the City of Austin’s Employee Benefits Guide . Click here to watch a short City of Austin Employment Video . Application Details: A detailed, complete COA employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine your salary if you are selected for this position. Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. A cover letter is required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position. A résumé is also required, but will not substitute for a complete COA employment application. When completing the City of Austin employment application, the Work experience listed must include a month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview. Additional Details: The Financial Services Department may close this job posting at any time after it has been advertised for seven (7) days, please apply as soon as possible if interested. This position may require a skills assessment. If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED equivalent, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required. This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ). If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, we may contact your current and former employer, as well as the references listed in your application. Please be sure you have listed at least 3 previous supervisors in the application with correct contact information. If you are identified as a top military candidate or a veteran, you must provide a copy of your DD-214. Salary Range: Internal Auditor I : $$26.26 - $31.45 Internal Auditor II: $28.85 - $36.06 Internal Auditor III : $33.05 - $42.14 Travel: If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. 90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: When the same or an additional vacancy occurs within a department in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, the hiring department may offer the additional position to another candidate from the same candidate pool. Pay Range Please see Notes to Applicants. Hours Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Telework opportunities may be available after an initial training period. Work schedules are implemented to meet department requirements and are subject to change based on business needs. Note: Effective October 1, 2023, non-executive staff that are eligible to telework are required to be in the office for a minimum of three (3) days per week. Job Close Date 09/30/2024 Type of Posting External Department Financial Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 124 W 8th Street, Austin Texas 78701 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience leading audits and/or audit teams. Experience working as a government auditor or internal auditor. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience using TeamMate or TeamMate+ audit software or other electronic working paper software. Ability to travel to more than one work location Duties, Functions and Responsibilities For the Duties, Functions and Responsibilities of this position, please click the appropriate job description below. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Internal Auditor I Internal Auditor II Internal Auditor III Knowledge, Skills and Abilities For the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities of this position, please click the appropriate job description below. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Internal Auditor I Internal Auditor II Internal Auditor III Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualification for this position is a 4-year degree in accounting, business, social sciences, public administration, or related field. Do you meet this minimum qualification? Yes No * Please provide a brief description of how you meet the minimum qualifications listed for this position to include meeting the educational requirements, years of related experience and substitutions. (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. * Do you have experience working as a government auditor or internal auditor? Both Governmental Auditor Internal Auditor Neither * Describe your experience leading audits and audit teams. (Open Ended Question) * Which of the following describes the highest level TeamMate, TeamMate+ or other electronic working paper software user role have you been assigned? None Observer: Has view-only access. Test Reviewer: Has the ability to view all data and can mark the procedures under the project as reviewed. Test Manager: Can add and manage the procedures under the project. Has full access over the procedures, work papers, issues and recommendations, and coaching notes. Manager Reviewer: Can add and get and update objects, add or generate audit reports, etc. Can view all data, mark the objects under the project as reviewed, and create issues and coaching notes. Owner: Can perform any available action within the project including closing the project, updating the profile, adding and getting and updating objects, adding or generating audit reports, etc. System Administrator: Can create roles, groups, and manage the TeamMate, TeamMate+ or other electronic working paper application. * This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills. Please describe how you have used these skills in your current or past work experience. (Open Ended Question) * Which of the following certifications do you currently hold? Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) Certified in Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) Other relevant certification None * If you checked “Other relevant certification”, please list your current certification and describe how it is relevant to the Internal Auditor position. (Open Ended Question) * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATE: Friday, May 17, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. , Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: PH4619G-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Head Contract Program Auditor vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Head Contract Program Auditor. DEFINITION: Directs the work of several teams of Contract Program Auditors with responsibility for the planning, negotiation, and monitoring of contracts with private agencies providing health services to Los Angeles County. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class function under general administrative supervision and have responsibility for directing the work of several teams of Contract Program Auditors engaged in planning, developing, evaluating and monitoring contracts of public and private agencies which provide health care services for Los Angeles County. Essential Job Functions Has immediate responsibility for the planning, organization, administration and monitoring of a large number of contractual services programs to ensure, proper utilization of funds and provision of services. Consults with clinical, administrative, and program planning staff in developing contract policy, procedures and standards, and in concert with them, evaluates and controls results to ensure fiscal and programmatic accountability. Determines fiscal needs of various contracts and agreements and develops procedures and controls to assure appropriate monitoring of expenditures. Directs the preparation of the contract program budget-funding plan through the allocation of various categorical funds available to specific contract service agreements. Evaluates proposals for contract services; supervises the drafting of proposed contract agreements and reviews and approves documents prior to technical review and formal implementation. Analyzes requests for contract program modifications and supervises the development of and implementation of recommended policies and procedures for the management of contracted services. Reviews and approves all contract agency budgets and any contract agency budget revisions. Represents the County in contract matters with various hospitals and health services providers, other County departments, local, state and federal agencies and other concerned parties, public and private. Prepares reports on new program requests, as well as reports on the progress of current programs. Directs studies of workload requirements and makes staffing adjustments. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Four (4) years' experience at the level of a Contract Program Auditor* monitoring and evaluating health services contracts for compliance, two (2) years' of which experience must have been in a supervisory capacity. Option II: Two (2) years' experience at the level of the County of Los Angeles class of Senior Contract Program Auditor**. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Experience at the level of Contract Program Auditor in the County of Los Angeles is defined as one who c onducts program evaluation audits of hospitals, day-care centers and related health facilities to ensure that appropriate quality of care is maintained by private agencies with public contracts. **Experience at the level of Senior Contract Program Auditor in the County of Los Angeles is defined as one who s upervises a staff of Contract Program Auditors engaged in monitoring and evaluating health services provided by private agencies with public contracts. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH4619G-EA California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATE: Friday, May 17, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. , Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: PH4619G-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Head Contract Program Auditor vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Head Contract Program Auditor. DEFINITION: Directs the work of several teams of Contract Program Auditors with responsibility for the planning, negotiation, and monitoring of contracts with private agencies providing health services to Los Angeles County. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class function under general administrative supervision and have responsibility for directing the work of several teams of Contract Program Auditors engaged in planning, developing, evaluating and monitoring contracts of public and private agencies which provide health care services for Los Angeles County. Essential Job Functions Has immediate responsibility for the planning, organization, administration and monitoring of a large number of contractual services programs to ensure, proper utilization of funds and provision of services. Consults with clinical, administrative, and program planning staff in developing contract policy, procedures and standards, and in concert with them, evaluates and controls results to ensure fiscal and programmatic accountability. Determines fiscal needs of various contracts and agreements and develops procedures and controls to assure appropriate monitoring of expenditures. Directs the preparation of the contract program budget-funding plan through the allocation of various categorical funds available to specific contract service agreements. Evaluates proposals for contract services; supervises the drafting of proposed contract agreements and reviews and approves documents prior to technical review and formal implementation. Analyzes requests for contract program modifications and supervises the development of and implementation of recommended policies and procedures for the management of contracted services. Reviews and approves all contract agency budgets and any contract agency budget revisions. Represents the County in contract matters with various hospitals and health services providers, other County departments, local, state and federal agencies and other concerned parties, public and private. Prepares reports on new program requests, as well as reports on the progress of current programs. Directs studies of workload requirements and makes staffing adjustments. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Four (4) years' experience at the level of a Contract Program Auditor* monitoring and evaluating health services contracts for compliance, two (2) years' of which experience must have been in a supervisory capacity. Option II: Two (2) years' experience at the level of the County of Los Angeles class of Senior Contract Program Auditor**. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Experience at the level of Contract Program Auditor in the County of Los Angeles is defined as one who c onducts program evaluation audits of hospitals, day-care centers and related health facilities to ensure that appropriate quality of care is maintained by private agencies with public contracts. **Experience at the level of Senior Contract Program Auditor in the County of Los Angeles is defined as one who s upervises a staff of Contract Program Auditors engaged in monitoring and evaluating health services provided by private agencies with public contracts. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH4619G-EA California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here
CA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
Alameda, California, United States
Job Description and Duties As the state’s federally mandated Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU), the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse(DMFEA) works aggressively to investigate and prosecute fraudulent activities and the illegal diversion of health care resources from California’s most vulnerable citizens. Under the general direction of the Senior Management Auditor, the Investigative Auditor IV Supervisor trains, supervises and evaluates the performance and work product of the Alameda, Fresno and Shasta county audit staff assigned to the elder abuse and criminal fraud teams; makes case assignments; advises and consults with Supervising Deputy Attorney Generals, Special Agent In Charge, and case supervisors and agents in developing plans, procedures and methodologies for assessing and implementing auditing strategies; and acts as principal advisor to the Senior Management Auditor on forensic auditing and investigative techniques. Provides technical expertise and training to Investigative Auditors, Special Agents, and Special Agent Supervisors in conducting false claims, tax evasion, trust fund, and cost report audits for the Medi-Cal Fraud and Prosecutions programs. Independently conducts a limited number of the most complex, publicly sensitive audit/investigative assignments and the most difficult and controversial field investigations. Participates, conducts, and oversees other Investigative Auditors’ interviews of suspects, witnesses, and experts. Prepares affidavits in support of search and arrest warrants and participates in search warrants. Prepares complex schedules and exhibits for court presentation; testifies as the principal investigative auditor on the most complex investigations and analyses; and acts as an expert witness in court trials involving criminal prosecutions. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P7X675V You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Working Conditions Telework is available but is contingent on DMFEA's operational needs. Investigations Section staff are required to be in the office three days a week based upon DMFEA's operational needs. Telework requires California residency. Travel may be required locally or within the state. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. INVESTIGATIVE AUDITOR IV (SUPERVISOR) DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-439895 Position #(s): 423-663-4226-901 Working Title: Investigative Auditor IV Supervisor Classification: INVESTIGATIVE AUDITOR IV (SUPERVISOR) DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE $7,311.00 - $9,537.00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Alameda County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Work Shift: Day Work Week: Monday - Friday Department Information This position is located in the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, Dublin Regional Office. Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility. For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at https://www.oag.ca.gov If you have questions regarding this job announcement, eligibility, etc. please reach out to DMFEA_Personnel@doj.ca.gov If you previously applied to JC-428694 or JC-435883, you do not need to apply to this job control, as applicants from that JC may be considered for this role. The hiring unit has established the following cut-off dates for this job control: Every other Friday. Applications will be reviewed according to the date of submission. If your application is submitted after the most recent cut-off date, it will be applied to the next review period. Special Requirements The position may require incumbents pass a Modified Background Investigation prior to being hired. A fingerprint check will be required. Clearly indicate the JC-439895 and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application. Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility in the "Explanations" section located on the first page of your State Application. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts is required prior to appointment. Application Instructions Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: Until Filled Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Justice Attn: Anthony Doss (JC-439895) 2329 Gateway Oaks Drive Sacramento , CA 95833 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Justice Anthony Doss (JC-439895) 2329 Gateway Oaks Drive Sacramento , CA 95833 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is required and must be included. Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Applicants who don't submit a SOQ will not be considered for this position. Please see below for the SOQ prompt. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: The most competitive candidate will have, experience utilizing computerized audit techniques; conducting the most complex audits and the most difficult and controversial investigations requiring the highest level of professional demeanor and technical expertise, experience in preparing and serving search warrants and testifying in court and administrative hearings. Candidate must have excellent writing skills; Knowledge of the California Penal Code, Welfare Institutions Code, and civil procedures. Successful completion of POST certified Penal Code 832 Arrest, Search and Seizure training is desirable. Benefits Please access this link for information on benefits afforded to employees who work for the State of California - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Human Resources Contact: Anthony Doss (916) 621-1796 DMFEA_Personnel@doj.ca.gov Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: EEO Officer (916) 210-7580 EERROffice@doj.ca.gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Statement of Qualifications The Statement of Qualifications serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed in 12-point Arial font, no more than one page in length. In no more than two paragraphs, explain the optimum organizational approach when handling large amounts of data. In no more than two paragraphs, explain why do you want to investigate allegations of Medi-Cal fraud and financial elder abuse and what attributes will you bring to DMFEA to investigate those allegations? Additional Application Filing Information Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure the timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. Closing Date/Time: Until Filled
Aug 06, 2024
Full Time
Job Description and Duties As the state’s federally mandated Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU), the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse(DMFEA) works aggressively to investigate and prosecute fraudulent activities and the illegal diversion of health care resources from California’s most vulnerable citizens. Under the general direction of the Senior Management Auditor, the Investigative Auditor IV Supervisor trains, supervises and evaluates the performance and work product of the Alameda, Fresno and Shasta county audit staff assigned to the elder abuse and criminal fraud teams; makes case assignments; advises and consults with Supervising Deputy Attorney Generals, Special Agent In Charge, and case supervisors and agents in developing plans, procedures and methodologies for assessing and implementing auditing strategies; and acts as principal advisor to the Senior Management Auditor on forensic auditing and investigative techniques. Provides technical expertise and training to Investigative Auditors, Special Agents, and Special Agent Supervisors in conducting false claims, tax evasion, trust fund, and cost report audits for the Medi-Cal Fraud and Prosecutions programs. Independently conducts a limited number of the most complex, publicly sensitive audit/investigative assignments and the most difficult and controversial field investigations. Participates, conducts, and oversees other Investigative Auditors’ interviews of suspects, witnesses, and experts. Prepares affidavits in support of search and arrest warrants and participates in search warrants. Prepares complex schedules and exhibits for court presentation; testifies as the principal investigative auditor on the most complex investigations and analyses; and acts as an expert witness in court trials involving criminal prosecutions. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P7X675V You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Working Conditions Telework is available but is contingent on DMFEA's operational needs. Investigations Section staff are required to be in the office three days a week based upon DMFEA's operational needs. Telework requires California residency. Travel may be required locally or within the state. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. INVESTIGATIVE AUDITOR IV (SUPERVISOR) DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-439895 Position #(s): 423-663-4226-901 Working Title: Investigative Auditor IV Supervisor Classification: INVESTIGATIVE AUDITOR IV (SUPERVISOR) DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE $7,311.00 - $9,537.00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Alameda County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Work Shift: Day Work Week: Monday - Friday Department Information This position is located in the Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, Dublin Regional Office. Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility. For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at https://www.oag.ca.gov If you have questions regarding this job announcement, eligibility, etc. please reach out to DMFEA_Personnel@doj.ca.gov If you previously applied to JC-428694 or JC-435883, you do not need to apply to this job control, as applicants from that JC may be considered for this role. The hiring unit has established the following cut-off dates for this job control: Every other Friday. Applications will be reviewed according to the date of submission. If your application is submitted after the most recent cut-off date, it will be applied to the next review period. Special Requirements The position may require incumbents pass a Modified Background Investigation prior to being hired. A fingerprint check will be required. Clearly indicate the JC-439895 and the title of this position in the "Examination or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section located on the first page of your State Application. Clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility in the "Explanations" section located on the first page of your State Application. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts is required prior to appointment. Application Instructions Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: Until Filled Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Justice Attn: Anthony Doss (JC-439895) 2329 Gateway Oaks Drive Sacramento , CA 95833 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Justice Anthony Doss (JC-439895) 2329 Gateway Oaks Drive Sacramento , CA 95833 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is required and must be included. Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Applicants who don't submit a SOQ will not be considered for this position. Please see below for the SOQ prompt. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: The most competitive candidate will have, experience utilizing computerized audit techniques; conducting the most complex audits and the most difficult and controversial investigations requiring the highest level of professional demeanor and technical expertise, experience in preparing and serving search warrants and testifying in court and administrative hearings. Candidate must have excellent writing skills; Knowledge of the California Penal Code, Welfare Institutions Code, and civil procedures. Successful completion of POST certified Penal Code 832 Arrest, Search and Seizure training is desirable. Benefits Please access this link for information on benefits afforded to employees who work for the State of California - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Human Resources Contact: Anthony Doss (916) 621-1796 DMFEA_Personnel@doj.ca.gov Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: EEO Officer (916) 210-7580 EERROffice@doj.ca.gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Statement of Qualifications The Statement of Qualifications serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed in 12-point Arial font, no more than one page in length. In no more than two paragraphs, explain the optimum organizational approach when handling large amounts of data. In no more than two paragraphs, explain why do you want to investigate allegations of Medi-Cal fraud and financial elder abuse and what attributes will you bring to DMFEA to investigate those allegations? Additional Application Filing Information Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure the timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. Closing Date/Time: Until Filled
MARIN COUNTY, CA
San Rafael, California, United States
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: ABOUT THE POSITION There is currently one (1) Full-Time 3-Year Fixed-Term position in the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk's office that will be filled at either the Auditor-Appraiser I or Auditor-Appraiser II level. Candidates will be considered for the level(s) for which they meet minimum qualifications. This position may end prior to three years if funding ceases or the work is complete. In addition, this position may continue after three years if funding is renewed or extended. The Auditor-Appraiser I/II collects and analyzes data for the purpose of making market value appraisals of business/personal property such as office and manufacturing equipment and fixtures, boats and airplanes. They regularly communicate with customers via phone, written correspondence, in person at our public counter and onsite at businesses throughout Marin County. This position is required to understand and provide, with a high degree of accuracy, assessment information to property owners, builders, real estate brokers, governmental agencies, residents and the public. They also assist in preparing information for Assessment Appeals Board presentations and maintain accurate records and files. The Auditor-Appraiser II differs from the Auditor-Appraiser I in that incumbents are expected to independently exercise initiative and judgment to make decisions on more complex audits for assessment purposes and can fully understand, explain and apply established policies and procedures. Work Location: Hybrid (telework/onsite) work schedules may be available after the probationary period for this position (one year). The first year of work in this position is conducted onsite in San Rafael, California. ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate has a strong working knowledge of the California Revenue and Taxation Code as it relates to the appraisal of property. They will have a proven ability to interpret, uphold and explain, with a high degree of accuracy and courtesy, complex rules, regulations, codes and laws related to property valuation appraisal and tax assessment to a variety of audiences. We are looking for someone who has technical proficiency using databases and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) and possesses both appraisal experience and excellent interpersonal skills. Our ideal candidate will approach their assignments with enthusiasm and be able to express ideas clearly, concisely, and accurately when writing correspondence and reports. They will have a proven track record of providing excellent customer service, developing, and maintaining successful, professional, supportive, respectful and collaborative working relationships, and can work successfully independently and as part of a team. Possession of CPA/Accountant’s licensure in California is highly desirable. We recognize your time is valuable, so please note that to be considered for this position, you must have the following Minimum Qualifications: Auditor-Appraiser I : Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in accounting; OR 18 semester units (or quarter equivalents) of accounting and/or auditing courses (Business law and economic classes may not contribute toward the 18 units); OR 19 semester units (or quarter equivalents), 16 units of which must be accounting and/or auditing courses and 3 units may be either business law or economic classes. Auditor-Appraiser II (in addition to the above): Equivalent to one year of experience in auditing financial data and in appraising business and other property in an Assessor's office. Certificates & Licenses: Permanent appraiser certification issued by the California State Board of Equalization must be obtained within one year of appointment and certification must be maintained as a condition of continued employment. Possession and maintenance of a valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving history as obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles. Note: Candidates who meet the above requirements will be asked to provide college-level transcripts for review. IMPORTANT INFORMATION All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: ABOUT THE POSITION There is currently one (1) Full-Time 3-Year Fixed-Term position in the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk's office that will be filled at either the Auditor-Appraiser I or Auditor-Appraiser II level. Candidates will be considered for the level(s) for which they meet minimum qualifications. This position may end prior to three years if funding ceases or the work is complete. In addition, this position may continue after three years if funding is renewed or extended. The Auditor-Appraiser I/II collects and analyzes data for the purpose of making market value appraisals of business/personal property such as office and manufacturing equipment and fixtures, boats and airplanes. They regularly communicate with customers via phone, written correspondence, in person at our public counter and onsite at businesses throughout Marin County. This position is required to understand and provide, with a high degree of accuracy, assessment information to property owners, builders, real estate brokers, governmental agencies, residents and the public. They also assist in preparing information for Assessment Appeals Board presentations and maintain accurate records and files. The Auditor-Appraiser II differs from the Auditor-Appraiser I in that incumbents are expected to independently exercise initiative and judgment to make decisions on more complex audits for assessment purposes and can fully understand, explain and apply established policies and procedures. Work Location: Hybrid (telework/onsite) work schedules may be available after the probationary period for this position (one year). The first year of work in this position is conducted onsite in San Rafael, California. ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate has a strong working knowledge of the California Revenue and Taxation Code as it relates to the appraisal of property. They will have a proven ability to interpret, uphold and explain, with a high degree of accuracy and courtesy, complex rules, regulations, codes and laws related to property valuation appraisal and tax assessment to a variety of audiences. We are looking for someone who has technical proficiency using databases and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) and possesses both appraisal experience and excellent interpersonal skills. Our ideal candidate will approach their assignments with enthusiasm and be able to express ideas clearly, concisely, and accurately when writing correspondence and reports. They will have a proven track record of providing excellent customer service, developing, and maintaining successful, professional, supportive, respectful and collaborative working relationships, and can work successfully independently and as part of a team. Possession of CPA/Accountant’s licensure in California is highly desirable. We recognize your time is valuable, so please note that to be considered for this position, you must have the following Minimum Qualifications: Auditor-Appraiser I : Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in accounting; OR 18 semester units (or quarter equivalents) of accounting and/or auditing courses (Business law and economic classes may not contribute toward the 18 units); OR 19 semester units (or quarter equivalents), 16 units of which must be accounting and/or auditing courses and 3 units may be either business law or economic classes. Auditor-Appraiser II (in addition to the above): Equivalent to one year of experience in auditing financial data and in appraising business and other property in an Assessor's office. Certificates & Licenses: Permanent appraiser certification issued by the California State Board of Equalization must be obtained within one year of appointment and certification must be maintained as a condition of continued employment. Possession and maintenance of a valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving history as obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles. Note: Candidates who meet the above requirements will be asked to provide college-level transcripts for review. IMPORTANT INFORMATION All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATE: Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. , Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: PH4615E-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Senior Contract Program Auditor vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Senior Contract Program Auditor. DEFINITION: Supervises a staff of Contract Program Auditors engaged in monitoring and evaluating health services provided by private agencies with County contracts. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are distinguished by their responsibility for supervising the activities of a team of Contract Program Auditors engaged in monitoring contracting agencies for contract compliance. In addition, positions in this class may serve as liaison between the County and the agencies providing health services. Essential Job Functions Supervises a team engaged in the maintenance and evaluation of contracts between the County and provider agencies to ensure proper utilization of funds and provision of services. Supervises the monitoring and evaluating of services provided by agencies under contract with the County or by units within the Department of Health Services. Provides technical assistance in analyzing federal, state and County regulations and in developing policy and procedures for the contracting agencies. Develops appropriate guidelines, standards, and procedures for the evaluation of existing contracts in terms of quality and quantity of services provided. Assists in the development and interpretation of contract policy for Health Service programs, as well as preparation of contracts and request for proposals. Participates in the negotiation of provider contracts. Serves as liaison in contract matters between other County departments, local, state, and federal agencies and other concerned parties, public and private, as needed. Visits various worksites to evaluate and provide necessary recommendations to vendors and/or staff to ensure the contract obligations are met. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: Two years' experience monitoring health services contracts for compliance at the level of the County of Los Angeles class of Contract Program Auditor* OPTION II: Four years' experience auditing and evaluating hospitals, and related health facilities to assure that appropriate quality of care is provided by private agencies with governmental contracts OPTION III: Four years' experience in a responsible staff capacity** in a public or private health or human service agency, including two years' experience in a general*** or specialized**** staff capacity analyzing and making recommendations relating to the administration of alcohol or drug contract programs. LICENSE: California Class C Driver License.***** PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Experience at the level of Contract Program Auditor in the County of Los Angeles is defined as c onducts program evaluation audits of hospitals, day-care centers and related health facilities to ensure that appropriate quality of care is maintained by private agencies with County contracts. **Responsible staff capacity is defined as staff experience at the journey level requiring working knowledge of rules, regulations, and other guidelines relating to the program area assigned . ***General staff capacity is defined as experience assisting management by performing research and making recommendations on use of personnel, allocation of funds, workload and workload fluctuations, and programs and procedures for accomplishing departmental objectives. ****Specialized staff capacity is defined as staff experience requiring specialized knowledge of rules, regulations, and other guidelines relating to completing assignments in the program area assigned. Knowledge is usually attained trough extensive, increasingly difficult, and practical experience and training in the subject matter field. ***** Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their valid California Class C Driver License to their application at the time of filing or e-mail the documents to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH4615E-EA California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATE: Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. , Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: PH4615E-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Senior Contract Program Auditor vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Senior Contract Program Auditor. DEFINITION: Supervises a staff of Contract Program Auditors engaged in monitoring and evaluating health services provided by private agencies with County contracts. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are distinguished by their responsibility for supervising the activities of a team of Contract Program Auditors engaged in monitoring contracting agencies for contract compliance. In addition, positions in this class may serve as liaison between the County and the agencies providing health services. Essential Job Functions Supervises a team engaged in the maintenance and evaluation of contracts between the County and provider agencies to ensure proper utilization of funds and provision of services. Supervises the monitoring and evaluating of services provided by agencies under contract with the County or by units within the Department of Health Services. Provides technical assistance in analyzing federal, state and County regulations and in developing policy and procedures for the contracting agencies. Develops appropriate guidelines, standards, and procedures for the evaluation of existing contracts in terms of quality and quantity of services provided. Assists in the development and interpretation of contract policy for Health Service programs, as well as preparation of contracts and request for proposals. Participates in the negotiation of provider contracts. Serves as liaison in contract matters between other County departments, local, state, and federal agencies and other concerned parties, public and private, as needed. Visits various worksites to evaluate and provide necessary recommendations to vendors and/or staff to ensure the contract obligations are met. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: Two years' experience monitoring health services contracts for compliance at the level of the County of Los Angeles class of Contract Program Auditor* OPTION II: Four years' experience auditing and evaluating hospitals, and related health facilities to assure that appropriate quality of care is provided by private agencies with governmental contracts OPTION III: Four years' experience in a responsible staff capacity** in a public or private health or human service agency, including two years' experience in a general*** or specialized**** staff capacity analyzing and making recommendations relating to the administration of alcohol or drug contract programs. LICENSE: California Class C Driver License.***** PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Experience at the level of Contract Program Auditor in the County of Los Angeles is defined as c onducts program evaluation audits of hospitals, day-care centers and related health facilities to ensure that appropriate quality of care is maintained by private agencies with County contracts. **Responsible staff capacity is defined as staff experience at the journey level requiring working knowledge of rules, regulations, and other guidelines relating to the program area assigned . ***General staff capacity is defined as experience assisting management by performing research and making recommendations on use of personnel, allocation of funds, workload and workload fluctuations, and programs and procedures for accomplishing departmental objectives. ****Specialized staff capacity is defined as staff experience requiring specialized knowledge of rules, regulations, and other guidelines relating to completing assignments in the program area assigned. Knowledge is usually attained trough extensive, increasingly difficult, and practical experience and training in the subject matter field. ***** Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their valid California Class C Driver License to their application at the time of filing or e-mail the documents to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH4615E-EA California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here
Monterey County Human Resources
Salinas, California, United States
Position Description Final Filing Date: Monday, October 14, 2024 Exam #: 24/20B22/09ND Department The Auditor-Controller is an elected official who provides the County of Monterey with financial leadership and expert advice on a wide range of fiscal matters and advocates financial integrity and accountability in all County business practices. The department consists of five divisions: Administration, Systems, General Accounting, Internal Audit, and Disbursements (Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Property Tax). Position Summary Under direction, performs the most complex professional accounting duties involved in establishing, maintaining, analyzing, auditing, reconciling, and verifying financial records in support of County-wide programs; provides fiscal administrative support in preparing, analyzing, and monitoring accounting transactions and balances; prepares and audits a variety of accounting and complex financial, statistical, and budgetary reports, statements, and records utilizing Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); and performs other work as required. Incumbents m ay be assigned the following professional specialized areas: • General Accounting • Property Tax • Accounts Payable • Auditing • Systems and Payroll. The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used County-wide to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis. Examples of Duties Prepares the most complex accounting records and transactions; reviews accounting records and transactions for accuracy; analyzes records and transactions in order to project results; reviews large or complex federal or state claims; performs professional accounting and auditing duties. Calculates, posts, audits, and adjusts journal entries; updates accounts to reflect revenue and expenditures; audits accounts for errors and makes appropriate adjustments; reviews and reconciles different financial systems; reconciles various financial statements to ensure accurate fund accounting; matches financial statements with cash amounts; reviews and approves account transfers and other transactions. Provides complex technical accounting and auditing consultation to departments, divisions, or programs; responds to inquiries, resolves issues, and conflicts, and provides detailed and technical information concerning related standards, practices, pending legislation, laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures; attends and participates in various meetings, committees, and professional groups. Oversees the preparation of or prepares a variety of comprehensive financial, narrative, and statistical reports, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, state and federal reports, and special district reports; prepares and submits mandated reports within established timeframes. Ensures integrity of financial information provided to Board of Supervisors, County Administrative Officer, state and federal officials and auditors, and county staff; makes corrections to balance sheet accounts; reviews reconciliations, such as warrants, payables, cash, and investments; performs variance analysis and makes appropriate corrections. Assists Auditor-Controller Analysts and Auditor/Controller division chiefs with the implementation, oversight, and auditing of accounting, budgetary, operational, and other fiscal-related policies and procedures. Provides consulting services for departmental executive staff, finance and accounting managers, and CAO Budget Office staff. Maintains current knowledge of and complies with applicable laws, codes, rules, regulations, established policies and procedures, and with generally accepted accounting principles; ensures accuracy of input and output data. Monitors and assesses budgetary and accounting systems, techniques, and procedures for financial effectiveness and operational efficiency; identifies, develops, and implements policies, procedures, techniques, and systems to enhance fiscal accuracy, operational efficiency, financial effectiveness, and compliance with established requirements. Communicates with County staff, governmental agencies, and outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities, and resolve issues and concerns. To view the complete job description, please visit the County of Monterey website: Accountant Auditor III THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Thorough knowledge of : Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Internal control systems, cost accounting, and general ledger. Methods, procedures, and terminology used in professional accounting. Principles and practices of governmental accounting. Financial statement and report analysis; techniques of financial forecasting. Principles, practices, and techniques of financial and statistical recordkeeping. Principles, practices, methods, and techniques in preparing financial statements and comprehensive accounting reports. Research and assessment techniques. Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures. Working knowledge of: Related computer hardware and applicable software. Principles and practices of management theory. Principles and practices of supervision, including work planning, scheduling, reviewing, evaluating, training, and corrective action. Skill and Ability to: Interpret, explain, and apply legal and procedural rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and requirements. Interpret and apply professional accounting and auditing principles and standards. Gather, organize, and evaluate data. Analyze highly complex fiscal data and operating procedures, making projections and recommendations. Review, reconcile, and analyze complex financial statements and reports. Prepare, analyze, and monitor funds, budgets, and accounts. Accurately perform professional accounting and auditing work. Apply principles and practices of governmental accounting. Analyze financial data; prepare reports, forecasts, and recommendations. Explain County financial processes and systems to departmental accounting and finance staff. Perform complex mathematical calculations. Meet schedules and timelines. Operate standard office equipment, including a computer and associated software. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Provide excellent and courteous customer service and establish and maintain effective working. Examples of Experience/Education/Training The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above may be acquired through various types of experience, education, or training, typically: Education : Completion of the requirements for a bachelor’s degree, from an accredited college or university, in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field. AND Experience : Three years of experience performing full working-level accounting/auditing duties with a CPA firm, a public agency or the private sector, or two years of experience at a level equivalent to an Accountant-Auditor II in the County of Monterey. Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following: Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting. BENEFITS: The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the Unit X Benefit Summary Sheet. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the County of Monterey Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. NOTES: As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES Apply Online at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/montereycounty by Final Filing Date of Monday, October 14, 2024, by 11:59 PM (PST) Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting: County of Monterey, Auditor-Controller’s Office Attn: Nairi Davis, Senior Personnel Analyst 168 W. Alisal Street, 3rd Floor, Salinas, CA 93901 Phone: 831-755-5040 Email: davisn@countyofmonterey.gov Fax: 831-796-6046 The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes the submittal of required application materials. A complete application packet will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants who are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION The County of Monterey is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. The County of Monterey is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact Nairi Davis, Senior Personnel Analyst, at (831) 755-5092 or email davisn@countyofmonterey.gov http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet Closing Date/Time: 10/14/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Sep 17, 2024
Full Time
Position Description Final Filing Date: Monday, October 14, 2024 Exam #: 24/20B22/09ND Department The Auditor-Controller is an elected official who provides the County of Monterey with financial leadership and expert advice on a wide range of fiscal matters and advocates financial integrity and accountability in all County business practices. The department consists of five divisions: Administration, Systems, General Accounting, Internal Audit, and Disbursements (Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Property Tax). Position Summary Under direction, performs the most complex professional accounting duties involved in establishing, maintaining, analyzing, auditing, reconciling, and verifying financial records in support of County-wide programs; provides fiscal administrative support in preparing, analyzing, and monitoring accounting transactions and balances; prepares and audits a variety of accounting and complex financial, statistical, and budgetary reports, statements, and records utilizing Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); and performs other work as required. Incumbents m ay be assigned the following professional specialized areas: • General Accounting • Property Tax • Accounts Payable • Auditing • Systems and Payroll. The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used County-wide to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis. Examples of Duties Prepares the most complex accounting records and transactions; reviews accounting records and transactions for accuracy; analyzes records and transactions in order to project results; reviews large or complex federal or state claims; performs professional accounting and auditing duties. Calculates, posts, audits, and adjusts journal entries; updates accounts to reflect revenue and expenditures; audits accounts for errors and makes appropriate adjustments; reviews and reconciles different financial systems; reconciles various financial statements to ensure accurate fund accounting; matches financial statements with cash amounts; reviews and approves account transfers and other transactions. Provides complex technical accounting and auditing consultation to departments, divisions, or programs; responds to inquiries, resolves issues, and conflicts, and provides detailed and technical information concerning related standards, practices, pending legislation, laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures; attends and participates in various meetings, committees, and professional groups. Oversees the preparation of or prepares a variety of comprehensive financial, narrative, and statistical reports, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, state and federal reports, and special district reports; prepares and submits mandated reports within established timeframes. Ensures integrity of financial information provided to Board of Supervisors, County Administrative Officer, state and federal officials and auditors, and county staff; makes corrections to balance sheet accounts; reviews reconciliations, such as warrants, payables, cash, and investments; performs variance analysis and makes appropriate corrections. Assists Auditor-Controller Analysts and Auditor/Controller division chiefs with the implementation, oversight, and auditing of accounting, budgetary, operational, and other fiscal-related policies and procedures. Provides consulting services for departmental executive staff, finance and accounting managers, and CAO Budget Office staff. Maintains current knowledge of and complies with applicable laws, codes, rules, regulations, established policies and procedures, and with generally accepted accounting principles; ensures accuracy of input and output data. Monitors and assesses budgetary and accounting systems, techniques, and procedures for financial effectiveness and operational efficiency; identifies, develops, and implements policies, procedures, techniques, and systems to enhance fiscal accuracy, operational efficiency, financial effectiveness, and compliance with established requirements. Communicates with County staff, governmental agencies, and outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities, and resolve issues and concerns. To view the complete job description, please visit the County of Monterey website: Accountant Auditor III THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Thorough knowledge of : Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Internal control systems, cost accounting, and general ledger. Methods, procedures, and terminology used in professional accounting. Principles and practices of governmental accounting. Financial statement and report analysis; techniques of financial forecasting. Principles, practices, and techniques of financial and statistical recordkeeping. Principles, practices, methods, and techniques in preparing financial statements and comprehensive accounting reports. Research and assessment techniques. Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures. Working knowledge of: Related computer hardware and applicable software. Principles and practices of management theory. Principles and practices of supervision, including work planning, scheduling, reviewing, evaluating, training, and corrective action. Skill and Ability to: Interpret, explain, and apply legal and procedural rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and requirements. Interpret and apply professional accounting and auditing principles and standards. Gather, organize, and evaluate data. Analyze highly complex fiscal data and operating procedures, making projections and recommendations. Review, reconcile, and analyze complex financial statements and reports. Prepare, analyze, and monitor funds, budgets, and accounts. Accurately perform professional accounting and auditing work. Apply principles and practices of governmental accounting. Analyze financial data; prepare reports, forecasts, and recommendations. Explain County financial processes and systems to departmental accounting and finance staff. Perform complex mathematical calculations. Meet schedules and timelines. Operate standard office equipment, including a computer and associated software. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Provide excellent and courteous customer service and establish and maintain effective working. Examples of Experience/Education/Training The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above may be acquired through various types of experience, education, or training, typically: Education : Completion of the requirements for a bachelor’s degree, from an accredited college or university, in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field. AND Experience : Three years of experience performing full working-level accounting/auditing duties with a CPA firm, a public agency or the private sector, or two years of experience at a level equivalent to an Accountant-Auditor II in the County of Monterey. Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following: Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting. BENEFITS: The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the Unit X Benefit Summary Sheet. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the County of Monterey Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. NOTES: As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES Apply Online at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/montereycounty by Final Filing Date of Monday, October 14, 2024, by 11:59 PM (PST) Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting: County of Monterey, Auditor-Controller’s Office Attn: Nairi Davis, Senior Personnel Analyst 168 W. Alisal Street, 3rd Floor, Salinas, CA 93901 Phone: 831-755-5040 Email: davisn@countyofmonterey.gov Fax: 831-796-6046 The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes the submittal of required application materials. A complete application packet will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants who are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION The County of Monterey is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. The County of Monterey is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact Nairi Davis, Senior Personnel Analyst, at (831) 755-5092 or email davisn@countyofmonterey.gov http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet Closing Date/Time: 10/14/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Monterey County Human Resources
Salinas, California, United States
Position Description Open Until Filled Priority Screening Date: Monday, March 11, 2024 Exam #: 24/28B01/02 JJ The Assessor's Office has the responsibility to locate all taxable property in the County and to identify ownership. This office establishes value for all taxable property and applies all legal exemptions to the property. The Auditor-Appraiser series is found only in the Assessor's Office and is primarily oriented to business and personal property for tax assessment purposes. These positions conduct business audits, in addition to boat and aircraft appraisals. This job series is distinguished from the Appraiser series which is responsible for real property appraisals for tax assessment purposes. Auditor-Appraiser I is the entry-level classification in the series, learning to perform the more simple auditing and appraisal of business and personal property, while gaining the skill to perform the more complex independent appraisals and audits. The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis. This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority. Examples of Duties Conducts property tax audits as mandated by the Revenue and Taxation Code.Checks, examines, and analyzes business property statements and declarations filed by taxpayers for accuracy and consistency; contacts taxpayers to discuss declarations, omissions, or discrepancies, and makes the necessary adjustments for assessment purposes.Learns to and performs simple and routine audits and appraisals of business and personal property; inspects and analyzes business records, ledgers, journals, income tax reports, and other pertinent information to determine the market value.Learns to and prepares detailed worksheets; makes physical inspections of property in order to estimate a market value; learns to capitalize income, analyze market and sales data, and determine replacement costs; appraises improvements, leased equipment, machinery, fixtures, heavy construction equipment, boats, airplanes, farm and ranch equipment, and similar items to arrive at a fair market value for assessment purposes; computes value using computer spreadsheets and database applications.Travels within the County, outside of the County, or out of state to examine financial records or to conduct physical inspections of pre-selected businesses and/or personal property.Documents findings by preparing detailed worksheets; records physical inspections of business and personal property; compiles depreciation schedules; computes taxable value for each holding; prepares reports and recommendations.Keeps up-to-date on practices, pending legislation, laws, codes, regulations, polices, and procedures associated with the work; attends and participates in various meetings, committees, and professional groups.Provides detailed and technical information concerning property tax rules and regulations as well as valuation and taxation methods.Communicates with County staff, governmental agencies, and outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities, resolves issues and concerns; prepares and submits mandated reports within established timeframes. To view the complete classification description, please visit the County of Monterey website: Auditor-Appraiser I . THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, including but not limited to, excellent verbal and written communication skills and a high degree of integrity and professionalism. We are looking for someone who: Pays attention to details. Works well in a team environment. Asks questions to seek understanding. Is a self-starter. Is flexible. Is honest and ethical. A few reasons you might love this job: You will work in a dynamic environment with others who have strong values and integrity. You will have lots of interaction with the public. You will be challenged to read and understand the various ways property can be valued and how it works with the auditing of business accounts. You will receive extensive training to understand and apply the various methods business property can be valued for tax purposes. You will provide a vital service that supports the mission of the County. A few challenges you might face with this job: You will need to work with some taxpayers and attorneys who are difficult and/or dissatisfied. You will be expected to process a high volume of work. You will be working in one area of accounting only and that is auditing. Working knowledge of: Generally accepted accounting and auditing principles, practices, standards, and methods. Skill and Ability to: Make accurate computationsWrite accurate and concise reportsMeet schedules and timelinesOperate standard office equipment, including a computer and associated softwareCommunicate effectively both orally and in writingProvide excellent and courteous customer service and establish and maintain effective working relationships. Examples of Experience/Education/Training Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting or a “specialization in accounting” (18 semester units in accounting and/or auditing courses). Possession of a valid license as a Certified Public Accountant or Public Accountant issued by the State of California may be substituted for the required education. Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following: Possess a valid California Class C driver license at the time of appointment and possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record or provide evidence of suitable transportation which is approved by the appointing authority. Prospective employees for the Assessor-County Clerk/Recorder will be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, credit check and record of criminal conviction. Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency; travel out of County to attend meetings. Pursuant to Article 8, Section 670 of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California, a Permanent Appraiser's Certificate issued by the State of California Board of Equalization is to be obtained within one year of appointment. Failure to obtain a Permanent California Appraiser's Certificate within one year of appointment will because for termination of employment. Pursuant to Article 8, Section 671 of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California, completion of at least24 hours of training conducted or approved by the California State Board of Equalization is required in each one-year period. Pursuant to Article 8, Section 670(d) of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California, the following education is required of incumbents in this class: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting or a "specialization in accounting" (18 semester units in accounting and/or auditing courses. Possession of a valid license as a Certified Public Accountant or Public Accountant issued by the State of California may be substituted for the required education. BENEFITS: The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the General "J" Unit Benefit Summary Sheet . This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the County of Monterey Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. NOTES: As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. Veterans and their widows/ers who within the past five years have served on active duty for 30 or more days in a 1)national or State military emergency or 2) military expedition for which a medal was authorized, may be eligible for Veterans' Preference Points. To apply, veterans must submit an "Application for Veterans' Preference" with their application materials by the final filing date. Application and Selection Procedures Apply On-Line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty by Monday, March 11, 2024 for Priority Screening, 11:59 PM(PST) or Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting: Assessor/County Clerk-Recorder Attn: Human Resources 168 West Alisal Street, 1st Floor Salinas, CA 93901 Phone: 831-759-6602 Fax: 831-759-6628 The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials .All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Julie James, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 759-6602, or ARCTTCHR@co.monterey.ca.us. http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 20, 2024
Full Time
Position Description Open Until Filled Priority Screening Date: Monday, March 11, 2024 Exam #: 24/28B01/02 JJ The Assessor's Office has the responsibility to locate all taxable property in the County and to identify ownership. This office establishes value for all taxable property and applies all legal exemptions to the property. The Auditor-Appraiser series is found only in the Assessor's Office and is primarily oriented to business and personal property for tax assessment purposes. These positions conduct business audits, in addition to boat and aircraft appraisals. This job series is distinguished from the Appraiser series which is responsible for real property appraisals for tax assessment purposes. Auditor-Appraiser I is the entry-level classification in the series, learning to perform the more simple auditing and appraisal of business and personal property, while gaining the skill to perform the more complex independent appraisals and audits. The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis. This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority. Examples of Duties Conducts property tax audits as mandated by the Revenue and Taxation Code.Checks, examines, and analyzes business property statements and declarations filed by taxpayers for accuracy and consistency; contacts taxpayers to discuss declarations, omissions, or discrepancies, and makes the necessary adjustments for assessment purposes.Learns to and performs simple and routine audits and appraisals of business and personal property; inspects and analyzes business records, ledgers, journals, income tax reports, and other pertinent information to determine the market value.Learns to and prepares detailed worksheets; makes physical inspections of property in order to estimate a market value; learns to capitalize income, analyze market and sales data, and determine replacement costs; appraises improvements, leased equipment, machinery, fixtures, heavy construction equipment, boats, airplanes, farm and ranch equipment, and similar items to arrive at a fair market value for assessment purposes; computes value using computer spreadsheets and database applications.Travels within the County, outside of the County, or out of state to examine financial records or to conduct physical inspections of pre-selected businesses and/or personal property.Documents findings by preparing detailed worksheets; records physical inspections of business and personal property; compiles depreciation schedules; computes taxable value for each holding; prepares reports and recommendations.Keeps up-to-date on practices, pending legislation, laws, codes, regulations, polices, and procedures associated with the work; attends and participates in various meetings, committees, and professional groups.Provides detailed and technical information concerning property tax rules and regulations as well as valuation and taxation methods.Communicates with County staff, governmental agencies, and outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities, resolves issues and concerns; prepares and submits mandated reports within established timeframes. To view the complete classification description, please visit the County of Monterey website: Auditor-Appraiser I . THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities, including but not limited to, excellent verbal and written communication skills and a high degree of integrity and professionalism. We are looking for someone who: Pays attention to details. Works well in a team environment. Asks questions to seek understanding. Is a self-starter. Is flexible. Is honest and ethical. A few reasons you might love this job: You will work in a dynamic environment with others who have strong values and integrity. You will have lots of interaction with the public. You will be challenged to read and understand the various ways property can be valued and how it works with the auditing of business accounts. You will receive extensive training to understand and apply the various methods business property can be valued for tax purposes. You will provide a vital service that supports the mission of the County. A few challenges you might face with this job: You will need to work with some taxpayers and attorneys who are difficult and/or dissatisfied. You will be expected to process a high volume of work. You will be working in one area of accounting only and that is auditing. Working knowledge of: Generally accepted accounting and auditing principles, practices, standards, and methods. Skill and Ability to: Make accurate computationsWrite accurate and concise reportsMeet schedules and timelinesOperate standard office equipment, including a computer and associated softwareCommunicate effectively both orally and in writingProvide excellent and courteous customer service and establish and maintain effective working relationships. Examples of Experience/Education/Training Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting or a “specialization in accounting” (18 semester units in accounting and/or auditing courses). Possession of a valid license as a Certified Public Accountant or Public Accountant issued by the State of California may be substituted for the required education. Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following: Possess a valid California Class C driver license at the time of appointment and possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record or provide evidence of suitable transportation which is approved by the appointing authority. Prospective employees for the Assessor-County Clerk/Recorder will be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, credit check and record of criminal conviction. Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency; travel out of County to attend meetings. Pursuant to Article 8, Section 670 of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California, a Permanent Appraiser's Certificate issued by the State of California Board of Equalization is to be obtained within one year of appointment. Failure to obtain a Permanent California Appraiser's Certificate within one year of appointment will because for termination of employment. Pursuant to Article 8, Section 671 of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California, completion of at least24 hours of training conducted or approved by the California State Board of Equalization is required in each one-year period. Pursuant to Article 8, Section 670(d) of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California, the following education is required of incumbents in this class: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in accounting or a "specialization in accounting" (18 semester units in accounting and/or auditing courses. Possession of a valid license as a Certified Public Accountant or Public Accountant issued by the State of California may be substituted for the required education. BENEFITS: The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the General "J" Unit Benefit Summary Sheet . This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the County of Monterey Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. NOTES: As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. Veterans and their widows/ers who within the past five years have served on active duty for 30 or more days in a 1)national or State military emergency or 2) military expedition for which a medal was authorized, may be eligible for Veterans' Preference Points. To apply, veterans must submit an "Application for Veterans' Preference" with their application materials by the final filing date. Application and Selection Procedures Apply On-Line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty by Monday, March 11, 2024 for Priority Screening, 11:59 PM(PST) or Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting: Assessor/County Clerk-Recorder Attn: Human Resources 168 West Alisal Street, 1st Floor Salinas, CA 93901 Phone: 831-759-6602 Fax: 831-759-6628 The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials .All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Julie James, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 759-6602, or ARCTTCHR@co.monterey.ca.us. http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job The Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector office and the Human Services Auditing Division is recruiting for Principal Accountant/ Auditors who perform the most complex professional accounting duties requiring preparation and interpretation of financial statements and reports; establishes new accounting procedures and controls; performs the most complex operational audits of departments, special districts, and programs; analyzes and advises management on a variety of fiscal matters. For more detailed information, refer to the Principal Accountant/Auditor job description. The resulting eligible list may also be used to fill future vacancies throughout the County as they occur. COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2025/2026* Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14 Auditing Pay Differential - 2.0% above base rate of pay. (ATC and HS only) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Incumbents will be required to make provision for transportation. At time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation. Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. * Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance. Minimum Requirements REQUIRED: EDUCATION Must possess b achelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related field . Substitution: An active California Certified Public Accountant license may substitute for the education requirements. You must list your license on the license/certification section on your application. EXPERIENCE Must possess three (3) years of professional-level auditing or accounting experience. IMPORTANT NOTES: EXPERIENCE Professional-level experience is defined as occupations that require specialized knowledge usually acquired through principal work experience. Clerical/bookkeeping experience is not considered qualifying. EDUCATION Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) Click here for more information on evaluation services. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, extensive governmental accounting/auditing experience and possess one of the following designations: California Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner or Certified Information Systems Auditor. Selection Process Examination Procedure : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible , as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure : Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time . To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. For important information on employment processes and submitting job applications, see links below: Guide to Completing a County Job Application Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Administrative Services Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits, please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
The Job The Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector office and the Human Services Auditing Division is recruiting for Principal Accountant/ Auditors who perform the most complex professional accounting duties requiring preparation and interpretation of financial statements and reports; establishes new accounting procedures and controls; performs the most complex operational audits of departments, special districts, and programs; analyzes and advises management on a variety of fiscal matters. For more detailed information, refer to the Principal Accountant/Auditor job description. The resulting eligible list may also be used to fill future vacancies throughout the County as they occur. COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2025/2026* Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14 Auditing Pay Differential - 2.0% above base rate of pay. (ATC and HS only) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Incumbents will be required to make provision for transportation. At time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation. Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. * Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance. Minimum Requirements REQUIRED: EDUCATION Must possess b achelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related field . Substitution: An active California Certified Public Accountant license may substitute for the education requirements. You must list your license on the license/certification section on your application. EXPERIENCE Must possess three (3) years of professional-level auditing or accounting experience. IMPORTANT NOTES: EXPERIENCE Professional-level experience is defined as occupations that require specialized knowledge usually acquired through principal work experience. Clerical/bookkeeping experience is not considered qualifying. EDUCATION Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) Click here for more information on evaluation services. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, extensive governmental accounting/auditing experience and possess one of the following designations: California Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner or Certified Information Systems Auditor. Selection Process Examination Procedure : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible , as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure : Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time . To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. For important information on employment processes and submitting job applications, see links below: Guide to Completing a County Job Application Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Administrative Services Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits, please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATE: Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. , Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: PH4614I-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Contract Program Auditor vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Contract Program Auditor. DEFINITION: Conducts program evaluation audits of hospitals, day-care centers and related health facilities to ensure that appropriate quality of care is maintained by private agencies with County contracts. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class receive administrative and technical direction from higher level contract and administrative positions. Contract Program Auditors are distinguished by having responsibility for auditing and evaluating the programs provided by private hospitals, day-care treatment centers, outpatient clinics and related health care providers of County contracted services for compliance with the County contract. The incumbents of these positions conduct detailed audits and evaluations of patient care and other aspects of the facility including medical, nursing, pharmaceutical, medical record, and social services, program management, diagnostic and treatment services. Essential Job Functions Audits and evaluates services provided by hospitals, day-care treatment centers and related health facilities for compliance with County contracts for a variety of health related services. Conducts detailed inspections during on-site visits, and evaluations of each special area of contracted services, including staff qualifications, licensure, insurance coverage, adequacy of diagnosis and treatment and charting procedures. Identifies possible areas of non-compliance with contractual terms and provides consultative services to facility administrators regarding deficiencies. Provides health and substance abuse rehabilitation consultation services to contract providers, advising the providers on the utilization of treatment modalities. Writes reports of audits and negotiates a plan for correction of deficiencies in compliance with the agency management. Manages assigned contracts including monitoring expenditures to ensure budgetary compliance, prepares budget modifications, ensures both accuracy and compliance with reporting data requirements, approves invoices and ensures the agency maintains inventory of purchased equipment. Assists in preparation of grant applications and participates in the competitive bidding process by providing technical assistance to evaluators. Assists in the annual health facility contract negotiation meetings. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Two years' experience in an administrative* or staff capacity** assisting in the planning, developing, monitoring, evaluating, or auditing of health or social service contracts or programs at the level of Los Angeles County classes*** of Administrative Assistant III or Research Analyst II, Behavioral Science Option II: A Bachelor's degree**** from an accredited four-year college and three years' experience providing direct health or social program services, one year of which must have been in program planning and evaluation, program development, research and analysis, or other administrative functions at the level of Los Angeles County classes*** of Senior Health Educator or Community Services Coordinator II. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Experience in an administrative capacity in Los Angeles County is defined as experience at the level of independent responsibility for assignments of average difficulty analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, budget, personnel, information services, programs, facilities planning, materials management, and general management. ** Experience in a staff capacity in Los Angeles County is defined as one who works in an advisory capacity to line managers to provide program and administrative support. Work includes assisting and supporting administration by doing research analysis, and making recommendations to line managers on matters such as: utilization of personnel, allocation of funds, workload and workload fluctuations, and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. Work under general supervision of the line or division manager. ***Experience at the level of the Los Angeles County classes listed in the Minimum Requirements are defined as follows: Administrative Assistant III: Defines, analyzes, and makes recommendations for the solution of highly complex operating, budgetary and financing, and other management problems of an organization, and participates in the implementation of their solution. Research Analyst II, Behavioral Sciences: Assists in planning and conducting research projects involving experimental designs, field studies, and surveys in the behavioral or social science. Senior Health Educator : Plans, directs, coordinates, evaluates, and oversees health education programs in a specific health subject or in a service planning area. Community Services Coordinator II: Has functional responsibility for the implementation of the policies and programs of an organization in a specialized field such as community organization development, youth services or special research projects and statistical analysis. Advises and assists staff members and County-wide community organizations in matters relating to juvenile an adult delinquency prevention. **** In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, youmust attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application at the time of filing, or e-mail to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) . (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) Official Transcripts is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the courses from the school's website is NOT considered official transcripts and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH4614I-EA California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATE: Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. , Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: PH4614I-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Contract Program Auditor vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Contract Program Auditor. DEFINITION: Conducts program evaluation audits of hospitals, day-care centers and related health facilities to ensure that appropriate quality of care is maintained by private agencies with County contracts. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class receive administrative and technical direction from higher level contract and administrative positions. Contract Program Auditors are distinguished by having responsibility for auditing and evaluating the programs provided by private hospitals, day-care treatment centers, outpatient clinics and related health care providers of County contracted services for compliance with the County contract. The incumbents of these positions conduct detailed audits and evaluations of patient care and other aspects of the facility including medical, nursing, pharmaceutical, medical record, and social services, program management, diagnostic and treatment services. Essential Job Functions Audits and evaluates services provided by hospitals, day-care treatment centers and related health facilities for compliance with County contracts for a variety of health related services. Conducts detailed inspections during on-site visits, and evaluations of each special area of contracted services, including staff qualifications, licensure, insurance coverage, adequacy of diagnosis and treatment and charting procedures. Identifies possible areas of non-compliance with contractual terms and provides consultative services to facility administrators regarding deficiencies. Provides health and substance abuse rehabilitation consultation services to contract providers, advising the providers on the utilization of treatment modalities. Writes reports of audits and negotiates a plan for correction of deficiencies in compliance with the agency management. Manages assigned contracts including monitoring expenditures to ensure budgetary compliance, prepares budget modifications, ensures both accuracy and compliance with reporting data requirements, approves invoices and ensures the agency maintains inventory of purchased equipment. Assists in preparation of grant applications and participates in the competitive bidding process by providing technical assistance to evaluators. Assists in the annual health facility contract negotiation meetings. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Two years' experience in an administrative* or staff capacity** assisting in the planning, developing, monitoring, evaluating, or auditing of health or social service contracts or programs at the level of Los Angeles County classes*** of Administrative Assistant III or Research Analyst II, Behavioral Science Option II: A Bachelor's degree**** from an accredited four-year college and three years' experience providing direct health or social program services, one year of which must have been in program planning and evaluation, program development, research and analysis, or other administrative functions at the level of Los Angeles County classes*** of Senior Health Educator or Community Services Coordinator II. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Experience in an administrative capacity in Los Angeles County is defined as experience at the level of independent responsibility for assignments of average difficulty analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, budget, personnel, information services, programs, facilities planning, materials management, and general management. ** Experience in a staff capacity in Los Angeles County is defined as one who works in an advisory capacity to line managers to provide program and administrative support. Work includes assisting and supporting administration by doing research analysis, and making recommendations to line managers on matters such as: utilization of personnel, allocation of funds, workload and workload fluctuations, and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. Work under general supervision of the line or division manager. ***Experience at the level of the Los Angeles County classes listed in the Minimum Requirements are defined as follows: Administrative Assistant III: Defines, analyzes, and makes recommendations for the solution of highly complex operating, budgetary and financing, and other management problems of an organization, and participates in the implementation of their solution. Research Analyst II, Behavioral Sciences: Assists in planning and conducting research projects involving experimental designs, field studies, and surveys in the behavioral or social science. Senior Health Educator : Plans, directs, coordinates, evaluates, and oversees health education programs in a specific health subject or in a service planning area. Community Services Coordinator II: Has functional responsibility for the implementation of the policies and programs of an organization in a specialized field such as community organization development, youth services or special research projects and statistical analysis. Advises and assists staff members and County-wide community organizations in matters relating to juvenile an adult delinquency prevention. **** In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, youmust attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application at the time of filing, or e-mail to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) . (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information) Official Transcripts is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the courses from the school's website is NOT considered official transcripts and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected as incomplete. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire in order to be considered for this examination. Paper applications, resumes, or any unsolicited documents will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application and Supplemental Questionnaire. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH4614I-EA California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job San Bernardino County is recruiting for a Senior Accountant/ Auditors who perform complex professional accounting duties requiring preparation and interpretation of financial statements and reports; establishes new accounting procedures and controls; performs complex compliance and operational audits of departments, special districts, and programs; analyzes and advises management on a variety of fiscal matters. For more detailed information, refer to the Senior Accountant/Auditor job description. The resulting eligible list may also be used to fill future vacancies throughout the County as they occur. COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2025/2026* Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14 Auditing Pay Differential - 2.0% above base rate of pay. (ATC/HS only) Certified Public Accountant Stipend - $750 annual CPA stipend for employees who attain and maintain a valid CPA License. The eligible list established by this recruitment may also be used to fill vacancies throughout the County as well as in the County Fire Department and Special Districts Department . Applicants will be asked to indicate their availability and preference for referral to the different agencies in the Supplemental Questionnaire. The County Fire Department and Special Districts Department are separate entities from San Bernardino County, and as such, compensation and benefits for their positions are set forth in a different compensation plan. The salary for County Fire and Special Districts Accountant II is $67,329 - $97,510 annually (range 39); for additional details, refer to the Fire Auxiliary Services Unit MOU and Benefits Summary . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Incumbents will be required to make provision for transportation. At time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation. Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. * Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance. Minimum Requirements REQUIRED: EDUCATION Must possess a b achelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related field . Substitution: An active California Certified Public Accountant license may substitute for the education requirements. You must list your license on the license/certification section on your application. EXPERIENCE Must possess two (2) years of professional-level auditing or accounting experience. IMPORTANT NOTES: EXPERIENCE Professional-level experience is defined as occupations that require specialized knowledge usually acquired through principal work experience. Clerical/bookkeeping experience is not considered qualifying. EDUCATION Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) Click here for more information on evaluation services. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, extensive governmental accounting/auditing experience and possess one of the following designations: California Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner or Certified Information Systems Auditor. Selection Process Examination Procedure : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible , as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure : Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time . To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. For important information on employment processes and submitting job applications, see links below: Guide to Completing a County Job Application Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Administrative Services Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits, please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
The Job San Bernardino County is recruiting for a Senior Accountant/ Auditors who perform complex professional accounting duties requiring preparation and interpretation of financial statements and reports; establishes new accounting procedures and controls; performs complex compliance and operational audits of departments, special districts, and programs; analyzes and advises management on a variety of fiscal matters. For more detailed information, refer to the Senior Accountant/Auditor job description. The resulting eligible list may also be used to fill future vacancies throughout the County as they occur. COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2025/2026* Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14 Auditing Pay Differential - 2.0% above base rate of pay. (ATC/HS only) Certified Public Accountant Stipend - $750 annual CPA stipend for employees who attain and maintain a valid CPA License. The eligible list established by this recruitment may also be used to fill vacancies throughout the County as well as in the County Fire Department and Special Districts Department . Applicants will be asked to indicate their availability and preference for referral to the different agencies in the Supplemental Questionnaire. The County Fire Department and Special Districts Department are separate entities from San Bernardino County, and as such, compensation and benefits for their positions are set forth in a different compensation plan. The salary for County Fire and Special Districts Accountant II is $67,329 - $97,510 annually (range 39); for additional details, refer to the Fire Auxiliary Services Unit MOU and Benefits Summary . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Incumbents will be required to make provision for transportation. At time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation. Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. * Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance. Minimum Requirements REQUIRED: EDUCATION Must possess a b achelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related field . Substitution: An active California Certified Public Accountant license may substitute for the education requirements. You must list your license on the license/certification section on your application. EXPERIENCE Must possess two (2) years of professional-level auditing or accounting experience. IMPORTANT NOTES: EXPERIENCE Professional-level experience is defined as occupations that require specialized knowledge usually acquired through principal work experience. Clerical/bookkeeping experience is not considered qualifying. EDUCATION Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) Click here for more information on evaluation services. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, extensive governmental accounting/auditing experience and possess one of the following designations: California Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner or Certified Information Systems Auditor. Selection Process Examination Procedure : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible , as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure : Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time . To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. For important information on employment processes and submitting job applications, see links below: Guide to Completing a County Job Application Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Administrative Services Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits, please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Job Advertisement CITY OF FOLEY EMPLOYMENT NOTICE REVENUE AUDITOR Grow your career with our team! The City of Foley is one of the most progressive and rapidly growing cities in Alabama. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community. Come join an amazing team where you can pioneer your ideas and bring innovation and creativity to the Forward City! We are accepting applications for the position of Revenue Auditor in the General Government Department. Examples of Work: Calculates, collects, and verifies applicable tax and revenue (i.e., business license, specials events, cigarette tax, lodging tax, liquor tax etc.) Inspects businesses in an assigned territory to determine business classification, tax liability, and if proper licenses are displayed Enforce state, county, and/or city laws concerning revenue and tax to ensure business compliance Starting annual salary is $53,892 with excellent benefits including paid health, dental, and life insurance, retirement through State of Alabama Retirement Systems, disability income coverage, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave, and annual merit raises based on performance. Successful applicant must pass both a drug test and a background check, which includes driving record and criminal history Education and/or Experience: Requires Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent and five (5) years of experience in a job related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Alabama Municipal Revenue Officers certification, Alabama Governmental Tax Analyst or Alabama Revenue Examiners Certification must be obtained within the first three (3) years of employment. The City of Foley pays for training. THE CITY OF FOLEY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 2024-09-25
Sep 12, 2024
Full Time
Job Advertisement CITY OF FOLEY EMPLOYMENT NOTICE REVENUE AUDITOR Grow your career with our team! The City of Foley is one of the most progressive and rapidly growing cities in Alabama. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community. Come join an amazing team where you can pioneer your ideas and bring innovation and creativity to the Forward City! We are accepting applications for the position of Revenue Auditor in the General Government Department. Examples of Work: Calculates, collects, and verifies applicable tax and revenue (i.e., business license, specials events, cigarette tax, lodging tax, liquor tax etc.) Inspects businesses in an assigned territory to determine business classification, tax liability, and if proper licenses are displayed Enforce state, county, and/or city laws concerning revenue and tax to ensure business compliance Starting annual salary is $53,892 with excellent benefits including paid health, dental, and life insurance, retirement through State of Alabama Retirement Systems, disability income coverage, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave, and annual merit raises based on performance. Successful applicant must pass both a drug test and a background check, which includes driving record and criminal history Education and/or Experience: Requires Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent and five (5) years of experience in a job related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Alabama Municipal Revenue Officers certification, Alabama Governmental Tax Analyst or Alabama Revenue Examiners Certification must be obtained within the first three (3) years of employment. The City of Foley pays for training. THE CITY OF FOLEY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time: 2024-09-25
State of Missouri
Springfield, Missouri, United States
Regulatory Auditor (Field Compliance) - Springfield, MO Department of Revenue Annual Salary: $ 46,992.73 Location: Springfield, Missouri **Hybrid Work Option Available DOR’s vision is to provide every customer the best experience every time. HOW THIS POSITION SUPPORTS THE DEPARTMENT’S VISION: You can begin a rewarding career within state government in this entry-level professional tax auditing position. You will receive formal and on-the-job training. As you gain experience, you’ll also gain increasing independence and initiative in the performance of assignments within established policies and procedures. DUTIES PERFORMED TO SUPPORT THE DEPARTMENT’S VISION: Independently conduct sales/use/withholding tax audits on Missouri businesses. Assist taxpayers in achieving compliance, as well as an understanding of Missouri tax laws. Assist higher-level staff in conducting audits, and independently conducts routine audit assignments. CORE COMPETENCIES NEEDED: Strategic Thinking Computer Literacy Effective Writing Self-directed Attention to Detail Clear Communication QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major specialization (approximately 18-30 semester hours) in accounting. (Related professional experience may be considered for substitution.) After 3 months, with successful production, the Field Compliance Bureau offers a hybrid work options (1 day in the office, 4 days from home). However, you will be required to report to the office each week and will be domiciled in the Springfield Office. There are required minimum work-space and internet specifications: High speed internet with ability for wired connection as needed A confidential and secure work space to work The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
Aug 27, 2024
Full Time
Regulatory Auditor (Field Compliance) - Springfield, MO Department of Revenue Annual Salary: $ 46,992.73 Location: Springfield, Missouri **Hybrid Work Option Available DOR’s vision is to provide every customer the best experience every time. HOW THIS POSITION SUPPORTS THE DEPARTMENT’S VISION: You can begin a rewarding career within state government in this entry-level professional tax auditing position. You will receive formal and on-the-job training. As you gain experience, you’ll also gain increasing independence and initiative in the performance of assignments within established policies and procedures. DUTIES PERFORMED TO SUPPORT THE DEPARTMENT’S VISION: Independently conduct sales/use/withholding tax audits on Missouri businesses. Assist taxpayers in achieving compliance, as well as an understanding of Missouri tax laws. Assist higher-level staff in conducting audits, and independently conducts routine audit assignments. CORE COMPETENCIES NEEDED: Strategic Thinking Computer Literacy Effective Writing Self-directed Attention to Detail Clear Communication QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major specialization (approximately 18-30 semester hours) in accounting. (Related professional experience may be considered for substitution.) After 3 months, with successful production, the Field Compliance Bureau offers a hybrid work options (1 day in the office, 4 days from home). However, you will be required to report to the office each week and will be domiciled in the Springfield Office. There are required minimum work-space and internet specifications: High speed internet with ability for wired connection as needed A confidential and secure work space to work The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
CITY OF SAN JOSE
San Jose, California, United States
Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José. About the Department The San José Police Department is dedicated to providing public safety through community partnerships and 21st Century Policing practices, ensuring equity for all. The Department is committed to treating all of San Jose’s diverse community members with dignity, fairness, and respect, while protecting their rights and providing equal protection under the law. Position Duties The San José Police Department is seeking to fill a Senior Auditor position in the Division of Gaming Control to be responsible for the enforcement of Title 16 of the San José Municipal Code and the regulations promulgated there under; as well as other State and federal laws. The Division of Gaming Control was created to ensure that legalized gambling is conducted free of criminal and corruptive elements by applying strict regulatory controls over every aspect of the card room operations in San José. The duties of this position include (but are not limited to) the following: * Preparing, planning, coordinating and conducting routine and special compliance reviews of the gambling operations in the San José Permitted Card rooms; * Preparing, planning, coordinating and conducting revenue audits of the gaming and non-gaming operations; * Monitoring gaming and non-gaming revenue streams and ensuring timely and correct payment of card room taxes to the City Finance Department, as well as maintaining revenue and table games related statistics and other financial analyses as directed by the Administrator; * Conducting in-depth financial background investigation of individuals and companies seeking a gaming license in the City of San José; * Assisting in the development of Minimum Internal Control Standards and other regulations; * Reviewing card rooms and funding sources’ systems of internal control; * Participating in long and short-term planning for the Division’s operations; * Conducting administrative investigation of violations of Title 16 and state gambling laws through the following: - Operational analysis and financial reviews; - Interviewing violators, witnesses and victims of local and state gambling laws; - Determining items constituting evidence and gathering such items; - Generating reports and related administrative notices to be submitted to the City Attorney’s Office; - Testifying and presenting evidence of licensing and administrative violations; - Issuing Administrative Citations; - Investigating operational discrepancies, patron complaints, and other administrative matters; - Analyzing new table game statistical information to ensure the game is fair; - Establishing and maintaining sources of information and intelligence files; - Monitoring suspected activities via remote surveillance; * Acting as a liaison to other units of the San José Police Department and other local, state and federal regulatory/law enforcement agencies; * Assisting in the preparation of the annual crime report submitted to City Council by the Chief of Police; * Performing other duties as required by the Administrator and/or Supervising Auditor. *This position may occasionally require work during odd hours (evening, nights) due to cardrooms 24 hour operations. *This position is fully onsite five days per week with no opportunity for hybrid or remote work. The total salary range for the Senior Auditor position is $113,327.76 - $145,170.48. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience. Minimum Qualifications Training and Experience Any combination of training and experience equivalent to successful completion of advanced undergraduate course work in business administration or accounting from an accredited college or university, including eighteen (18) semester units in accounting, and four (4) years of progressively responsible professional auditing or accounting experience, including two (2) years experience at the level of Auditor II with the City of San Jose. There will be no substitution for the required units in accounting. Licenses/Certificates Possession of a valid California driver's license may be required. Background Passing a San Jose Police Department background check is a condition of employment. Other Qualifications Competencies The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations, knowledge of pertinent California Penal Code, Business and Professions Code, Health and Safety Code, etc, and their relevant application to licensing, permitting and regulatory functions and card room oversight. Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Supervision - Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews and a background investigation. You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process. Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit , including spaces, for each text response: - Please describe your accounting and/or finance related work experience. Please include the years of experience, your title, and specific responsibilities. Your response should be consistent with your work history. - Please list your government regulatory agency work experience, provide the agency name, years of experience, your title, and specific responsibilities. Your response should be consistent with your work history. - Please describe your experience performing financial or fraud investigations other than audit assignments, please describe your experience including where you gained this experience and number of years. -Please describe your experience interpreting laws, ordinances, governmental rules and regulations and conducting compliance review/audits, please describe and include specific example(s) of difficult situations that you resolved. - If you do not have experience interpreting laws, ordinances, governmental rules and regulations and conducting compliance review/audits, please describe your transferable experience, knowledge, skills or abilities that would enable you to fulfill these duties. - Please describe your supervisory experience, including your main role as a supervisor, the number and level of employees you supervised, the types of employees supervised, and years of supervisory experience. - Please describe your experience working on complex non-financial investigations which required you to gather intelligence, develop and manage informants, obtain evidence, and testify in court or in administrative hearings, please describe the process you applied to complete the project, your specific role and the outcome. You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of the position, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Rose Lara at rose.lara@sanjoseca.gov . Additional Information: Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Please visit the City's benefits page for detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage. For information on the City’s Retirement Plan(pension for full-time employees), please visit the Office of Retirement Services website . You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classification. In additional to the benefits above, there is an additional perks site to explore further benefits of working for the City of San Jose like paid leave, educational reimbursements, and holiday pay are specific to the job classification and union membership. Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Sep 05, 2024
Full Time
Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José. About the Department The San José Police Department is dedicated to providing public safety through community partnerships and 21st Century Policing practices, ensuring equity for all. The Department is committed to treating all of San Jose’s diverse community members with dignity, fairness, and respect, while protecting their rights and providing equal protection under the law. Position Duties The San José Police Department is seeking to fill a Senior Auditor position in the Division of Gaming Control to be responsible for the enforcement of Title 16 of the San José Municipal Code and the regulations promulgated there under; as well as other State and federal laws. The Division of Gaming Control was created to ensure that legalized gambling is conducted free of criminal and corruptive elements by applying strict regulatory controls over every aspect of the card room operations in San José. The duties of this position include (but are not limited to) the following: * Preparing, planning, coordinating and conducting routine and special compliance reviews of the gambling operations in the San José Permitted Card rooms; * Preparing, planning, coordinating and conducting revenue audits of the gaming and non-gaming operations; * Monitoring gaming and non-gaming revenue streams and ensuring timely and correct payment of card room taxes to the City Finance Department, as well as maintaining revenue and table games related statistics and other financial analyses as directed by the Administrator; * Conducting in-depth financial background investigation of individuals and companies seeking a gaming license in the City of San José; * Assisting in the development of Minimum Internal Control Standards and other regulations; * Reviewing card rooms and funding sources’ systems of internal control; * Participating in long and short-term planning for the Division’s operations; * Conducting administrative investigation of violations of Title 16 and state gambling laws through the following: - Operational analysis and financial reviews; - Interviewing violators, witnesses and victims of local and state gambling laws; - Determining items constituting evidence and gathering such items; - Generating reports and related administrative notices to be submitted to the City Attorney’s Office; - Testifying and presenting evidence of licensing and administrative violations; - Issuing Administrative Citations; - Investigating operational discrepancies, patron complaints, and other administrative matters; - Analyzing new table game statistical information to ensure the game is fair; - Establishing and maintaining sources of information and intelligence files; - Monitoring suspected activities via remote surveillance; * Acting as a liaison to other units of the San José Police Department and other local, state and federal regulatory/law enforcement agencies; * Assisting in the preparation of the annual crime report submitted to City Council by the Chief of Police; * Performing other duties as required by the Administrator and/or Supervising Auditor. *This position may occasionally require work during odd hours (evening, nights) due to cardrooms 24 hour operations. *This position is fully onsite five days per week with no opportunity for hybrid or remote work. The total salary range for the Senior Auditor position is $113,327.76 - $145,170.48. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience. Minimum Qualifications Training and Experience Any combination of training and experience equivalent to successful completion of advanced undergraduate course work in business administration or accounting from an accredited college or university, including eighteen (18) semester units in accounting, and four (4) years of progressively responsible professional auditing or accounting experience, including two (2) years experience at the level of Auditor II with the City of San Jose. There will be no substitution for the required units in accounting. Licenses/Certificates Possession of a valid California driver's license may be required. Background Passing a San Jose Police Department background check is a condition of employment. Other Qualifications Competencies The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations, knowledge of pertinent California Penal Code, Business and Professions Code, Health and Safety Code, etc, and their relevant application to licensing, permitting and regulatory functions and card room oversight. Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Supervision - Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews and a background investigation. You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process. Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit , including spaces, for each text response: - Please describe your accounting and/or finance related work experience. Please include the years of experience, your title, and specific responsibilities. Your response should be consistent with your work history. - Please list your government regulatory agency work experience, provide the agency name, years of experience, your title, and specific responsibilities. Your response should be consistent with your work history. - Please describe your experience performing financial or fraud investigations other than audit assignments, please describe your experience including where you gained this experience and number of years. -Please describe your experience interpreting laws, ordinances, governmental rules and regulations and conducting compliance review/audits, please describe and include specific example(s) of difficult situations that you resolved. - If you do not have experience interpreting laws, ordinances, governmental rules and regulations and conducting compliance review/audits, please describe your transferable experience, knowledge, skills or abilities that would enable you to fulfill these duties. - Please describe your supervisory experience, including your main role as a supervisor, the number and level of employees you supervised, the types of employees supervised, and years of supervisory experience. - Please describe your experience working on complex non-financial investigations which required you to gather intelligence, develop and manage informants, obtain evidence, and testify in court or in administrative hearings, please describe the process you applied to complete the project, your specific role and the outcome. You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of the position, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Rose Lara at rose.lara@sanjoseca.gov . Additional Information: Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Please visit the City's benefits page for detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage. For information on the City’s Retirement Plan(pension for full-time employees), please visit the Office of Retirement Services website . You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classification. In additional to the benefits above, there is an additional perks site to explore further benefits of working for the City of San Jose like paid leave, educational reimbursements, and holiday pay are specific to the job classification and union membership. Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job San Bernardino County is recruiting for Accountant/ Auditors who perform a variety of professional accounting and auditing duties; prepares factual and analytical statements and reports; analyzes and evaluates financial records; performs compliance and operational audits; prepares audit reports with findings and recommendations . For more detailed information, refer to the Accountant/Auditor job description. The resulting eligible list may also be used to fill future vacancies throughout the County as they occur. COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2025/2026* Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14 Auditing Pay Differential - 2.0% above base rate of pay. (ATC and HS only) Certified Public Accountant Stipend - $750 annual CPA stipend for employees who attain and maintain a valid CPA License. The eligible list established by this recruitment may also be used to fill vacancies throughout the County as well as in the County Fire Department and Special Districts Department . Applicants will be asked to indicate their availability and preference for referral to the different agencies in the Supplemental Questionnaire. The County Fire Department and Special Districts Department are separate entities from San Bernardino County, and as such, compensation and benefits for their positions are set forth in a different compensation plan. The salary for County Fire and Special Districts Accountant II is $56,638 - $82,014 annually (range 32); for additional details, refer to the Fire Auxiliary Services Unit MOU and Benefits Summary . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Incumbents will be required to make provision for transportation. At time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation. Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. * Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance. Minimum Requirements REQUIRED: EDUCATION Must possess a b achelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related field . Substitution: An active California Certified Public Accountant license may substitute for the education requirements. You must list your license on the license/certification section on your application. EXPERIENCE Must possess one (1) year of professional-level auditing or accounting experience. IMPORTANT NOTES: EXPERIENCE Professional-level experience is defined as occupations that require specialized knowledge usually acquired through principal work experience. Clerical/bookkeeping experience is not considered qualifying. EDUCATION Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) Click here for more information on evaluation services. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting along with governmental accounting/auditing experience and possess one of the following designations: California Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner or Certified Information Systems Auditor. Selection Process Examination Procedure : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible , as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure : Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time . To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. For important information on employment processes and submitting job applications, see links below: Guide to Completing a County Job Application Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Administrative Services Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits, please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
The Job San Bernardino County is recruiting for Accountant/ Auditors who perform a variety of professional accounting and auditing duties; prepares factual and analytical statements and reports; analyzes and evaluates financial records; performs compliance and operational audits; prepares audit reports with findings and recommendations . For more detailed information, refer to the Accountant/Auditor job description. The resulting eligible list may also be used to fill future vacancies throughout the County as they occur. COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2025/2026* Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14 Auditing Pay Differential - 2.0% above base rate of pay. (ATC and HS only) Certified Public Accountant Stipend - $750 annual CPA stipend for employees who attain and maintain a valid CPA License. The eligible list established by this recruitment may also be used to fill vacancies throughout the County as well as in the County Fire Department and Special Districts Department . Applicants will be asked to indicate their availability and preference for referral to the different agencies in the Supplemental Questionnaire. The County Fire Department and Special Districts Department are separate entities from San Bernardino County, and as such, compensation and benefits for their positions are set forth in a different compensation plan. The salary for County Fire and Special Districts Accountant II is $56,638 - $82,014 annually (range 32); for additional details, refer to the Fire Auxiliary Services Unit MOU and Benefits Summary . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Incumbents will be required to make provision for transportation. At time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation. Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. * Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance. Minimum Requirements REQUIRED: EDUCATION Must possess a b achelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related field . Substitution: An active California Certified Public Accountant license may substitute for the education requirements. You must list your license on the license/certification section on your application. EXPERIENCE Must possess one (1) year of professional-level auditing or accounting experience. IMPORTANT NOTES: EXPERIENCE Professional-level experience is defined as occupations that require specialized knowledge usually acquired through principal work experience. Clerical/bookkeeping experience is not considered qualifying. EDUCATION Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) Click here for more information on evaluation services. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting along with governmental accounting/auditing experience and possess one of the following designations: California Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner or Certified Information Systems Auditor. Selection Process Examination Procedure : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible , as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure : Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time . To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. For important information on employment processes and submitting job applications, see links below: Guide to Completing a County Job Application Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Administrative Services Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits, please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. Are you ready to use your analytical skills to drive meaningful change in city government? As a Fiscal Policy Analyst, you will play a crucial role in assessing the performance of City programs and policies, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping to ensure that public resources are used effectively. If you are committed to enhancing public sector performance and have a keen interest in evaluating government operations, we encourage you to apply. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate for this position will be a critical thinker with a strong interest in evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of government programs and policies. They will have excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to assess performance, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven recommendations. A background in auditing, public administration, policy analysis, or a related field is preferred, along with strong communication skills and a commitment to enhancing public sector operations. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to contributing to meaningful improvements in government performance and have a keen interest in public service. To perform independent analysis and review of budget and policy issues and develops options and recommendations to address these issues. Responsibilities include comprehensive review and analysis of proposed budgetary and legislative matters. Conducts independent and objective financial, operational, and program audits and investigations to determine compliance with prevailing laws and to identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls. Responds to City Council requests for information and analysis of the city's budget and programs, conducts independent fiscal and policy research, and reports on issues of importance to the City. Work must be solution-oriented and performed in a timely manner. Fiscal Polic y Anal y st The Fiscal Policy Analyst is a journey level classification in the professional Fiscal Policy Analyst classification series and is populated with multiple incumbents. The Fiscal Policy Analyst is distinguished from the Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst in that the latter performs analytical work with a very high degree of independence and responsibility. Senior Fiscal Polic y Anal y st The Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst is the advanced-journey level in this class series and is populated with multiple incumbent s. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower-level class of Fiscal Policy Analyst. Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing substantially, the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. The Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst is distinguished from the Fiscal Policy Analyst in that the former performs analytical work with a very high degree of independence and responsibility and may supervise Fiscal Policy Analysts. The Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst is distinguished from the Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst in that the latter performs analytical work with greater degree of complexity, independence and responsibility and provides direct supervision of lower-level Fiscal Policy Analysts. Principal Fiscal Polic y Anal y st The Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst is the supervisory level classification in the series and is populated with multiple incumbent s. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower-level class of Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst. Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing substantially, the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. The Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst is distinguished from the Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst in that the former performs analytical work with increased complexity, independence and responsibility. Additionally, the Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst provides direct supervision of lower-level Fiscal Policy Analysts. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is provided by Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst or higher-level management positions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed: Conducts a comprehensive review and analysis of proposed budgetary items; Researches and analyzes data and information relative to budgetary issues; Conducts audits of City operations, programs and activities; evaluates actual versus projected outcomes; identifies areas of risk; recommends functional and operational changes needed to improve the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of City government services and programs; Conducts audit planning, executes field work, and documents audit steps in working papers; Develops comparative studies of other cities as they relate to municipal finance; Reviews fiscal forecasts including review of past, current, and proposed revenues and expenditures; Researches federal, state, and local programs to determine sources of funding and appropriate expenditure options; Researches and analyzes the policy and fiscal effects of new or proposed legislation; Participates in the construction of economic models and indexes; Assists in the preparation of fiscal and economic project analysis; Develops reports relating to budgetary and legislative policy concerns; Prepares and presents recommendations for review by management in connection with the analysis, studies, and reports described herein; Periodic attendance at evening City Council meetings, including presentation of reports; Conducts fraud, waste, and abuse investigations; Drives automotive vehicle as necessary in order to conduct research and attend meetings; and Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Principles, practices, and techniques of public administration and public policy. Principles and practices of organizational, financial, and policy analysis. Principles, methods, and practices of municipal finance, budgeting, and accounting. Principles, methods, and practices of long-range financial planning. Operational characteristics, services and activities of audit and performance measurement programs. Principles and practices of complex auditing and accounting functions and their application to municipal/governmental accounting systems, with emphasis on fiscal and operational aspects of such organizations. Various professional accounting standards such as Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS). Basic research and analytical methods, techniques, and procedures. Technical report writing and presentation. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations. Skill in: Use of modern office equipment, including computers, computer applications and software. Ability to: Analyze a variety of complex administrative and organizational problems, and make sound, independent policy and procedural recommendations. Communicate clearly, verbally and in writing. Effectively plan and organize complex budgetary and auditing projects; design, implement, and monitor internal audit programs, systems, and procedures. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others at all staff levels. Interpret laws, regulations, and policies. Prepare comprehensive and accurate reports. Demonstrate patience, poise, flexibility, tact, reliability, and dependability. Work effectively with sensitive and confidential information. Display good judgment. Adjust to rapidly shifting priorities and timelines. Learn quickly and show initiative. Work effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Facilitate groups. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: One year of increasingly responsible professional-level administrative and analytical experience, including experience in budget, strategic planning, auditing, program evaluation, and/or policy analysis. -AND- Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public policy, public or business administration, economics, accounting, or a related field that includes a curriculum of economics, statistics, public finance, and policy analysis. -OR- Five years of increasingly responsible professional-level administrative and analytical experience, including experience in budget, strategic planning, auditing, and/or policy analysis. Substitution: A Master's degree in one of the above fields may substitute for one year of experience required. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification: Designation as a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) is highly desirable . The following certifications (or equivalent) are also desirable: CISA (Certified Information System Auditor) CGAP (Certified Government Auditing Professional) CRP (Certified Risk Professional) CFFA (Certified Forensic Financial Analyst) CMA (Certified Management Accountant) CCSA (Certification in Control Self-Assessment) CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) CQA (Certified Quality Auditor) CTP (Certified Treasury Professional) GPC (Grants Professional Certification) THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting . If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 9/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Aug 25, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. Are you ready to use your analytical skills to drive meaningful change in city government? As a Fiscal Policy Analyst, you will play a crucial role in assessing the performance of City programs and policies, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping to ensure that public resources are used effectively. If you are committed to enhancing public sector performance and have a keen interest in evaluating government operations, we encourage you to apply. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate for this position will be a critical thinker with a strong interest in evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of government programs and policies. They will have excellent research and analytical skills, with the ability to assess performance, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven recommendations. A background in auditing, public administration, policy analysis, or a related field is preferred, along with strong communication skills and a commitment to enhancing public sector operations. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to contributing to meaningful improvements in government performance and have a keen interest in public service. To perform independent analysis and review of budget and policy issues and develops options and recommendations to address these issues. Responsibilities include comprehensive review and analysis of proposed budgetary and legislative matters. Conducts independent and objective financial, operational, and program audits and investigations to determine compliance with prevailing laws and to identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls. Responds to City Council requests for information and analysis of the city's budget and programs, conducts independent fiscal and policy research, and reports on issues of importance to the City. Work must be solution-oriented and performed in a timely manner. Fiscal Polic y Anal y st The Fiscal Policy Analyst is a journey level classification in the professional Fiscal Policy Analyst classification series and is populated with multiple incumbents. The Fiscal Policy Analyst is distinguished from the Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst in that the latter performs analytical work with a very high degree of independence and responsibility. Senior Fiscal Polic y Anal y st The Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst is the advanced-journey level in this class series and is populated with multiple incumbent s. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower-level class of Fiscal Policy Analyst. Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing substantially, the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. The Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst is distinguished from the Fiscal Policy Analyst in that the former performs analytical work with a very high degree of independence and responsibility and may supervise Fiscal Policy Analysts. The Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst is distinguished from the Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst in that the latter performs analytical work with greater degree of complexity, independence and responsibility and provides direct supervision of lower-level Fiscal Policy Analysts. Principal Fiscal Polic y Anal y st The Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst is the supervisory level classification in the series and is populated with multiple incumbent s. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower-level class of Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst. Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing substantially, the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. The Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst is distinguished from the Senior Fiscal Policy Analyst in that the former performs analytical work with increased complexity, independence and responsibility. Additionally, the Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst provides direct supervision of lower-level Fiscal Policy Analysts. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is provided by Principal Fiscal Policy Analyst or higher-level management positions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed: Conducts a comprehensive review and analysis of proposed budgetary items; Researches and analyzes data and information relative to budgetary issues; Conducts audits of City operations, programs and activities; evaluates actual versus projected outcomes; identifies areas of risk; recommends functional and operational changes needed to improve the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of City government services and programs; Conducts audit planning, executes field work, and documents audit steps in working papers; Develops comparative studies of other cities as they relate to municipal finance; Reviews fiscal forecasts including review of past, current, and proposed revenues and expenditures; Researches federal, state, and local programs to determine sources of funding and appropriate expenditure options; Researches and analyzes the policy and fiscal effects of new or proposed legislation; Participates in the construction of economic models and indexes; Assists in the preparation of fiscal and economic project analysis; Develops reports relating to budgetary and legislative policy concerns; Prepares and presents recommendations for review by management in connection with the analysis, studies, and reports described herein; Periodic attendance at evening City Council meetings, including presentation of reports; Conducts fraud, waste, and abuse investigations; Drives automotive vehicle as necessary in order to conduct research and attend meetings; and Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Principles, practices, and techniques of public administration and public policy. Principles and practices of organizational, financial, and policy analysis. Principles, methods, and practices of municipal finance, budgeting, and accounting. Principles, methods, and practices of long-range financial planning. Operational characteristics, services and activities of audit and performance measurement programs. Principles and practices of complex auditing and accounting functions and their application to municipal/governmental accounting systems, with emphasis on fiscal and operational aspects of such organizations. Various professional accounting standards such as Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS). Basic research and analytical methods, techniques, and procedures. Technical report writing and presentation. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations. Skill in: Use of modern office equipment, including computers, computer applications and software. Ability to: Analyze a variety of complex administrative and organizational problems, and make sound, independent policy and procedural recommendations. Communicate clearly, verbally and in writing. Effectively plan and organize complex budgetary and auditing projects; design, implement, and monitor internal audit programs, systems, and procedures. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others at all staff levels. Interpret laws, regulations, and policies. Prepare comprehensive and accurate reports. Demonstrate patience, poise, flexibility, tact, reliability, and dependability. Work effectively with sensitive and confidential information. Display good judgment. Adjust to rapidly shifting priorities and timelines. Learn quickly and show initiative. Work effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Facilitate groups. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: One year of increasingly responsible professional-level administrative and analytical experience, including experience in budget, strategic planning, auditing, program evaluation, and/or policy analysis. -AND- Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public policy, public or business administration, economics, accounting, or a related field that includes a curriculum of economics, statistics, public finance, and policy analysis. -OR- Five years of increasingly responsible professional-level administrative and analytical experience, including experience in budget, strategic planning, auditing, and/or policy analysis. Substitution: A Master's degree in one of the above fields may substitute for one year of experience required. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification: Designation as a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) is highly desirable . The following certifications (or equivalent) are also desirable: CISA (Certified Information System Auditor) CGAP (Certified Government Auditing Professional) CRP (Certified Risk Professional) CFFA (Certified Forensic Financial Analyst) CMA (Certified Management Accountant) CCSA (Certification in Control Self-Assessment) CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) CQA (Certified Quality Auditor) CTP (Certified Treasury Professional) GPC (Grants Professional Certification) THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting . If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 9/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATES: September 19, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. (Pacific Time) This opportunity will remain open until the needs of the service are met EXAM NUMBER: b1004A-EA This announcement is a re-bulletin to reopen the filing period. The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Administrative Services Manager III vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Administrative Services Manager III. Essential Job Functions DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Plans, organizes, controls, integrates and evaluates the work of the assigned section; with subordinate supervisors and staff, develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve goals and objectives; contributes to development of the division budget. Manages, supervises and oversees the development, implementation and evaluation of plans, programs, policies, work processes, systems and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives and standards; identifies and works with supervisors and staff to research and act on opportunities to improve or maximize section performance, efficiency and effectiveness; develops performance metrics and evaluates section performance. Manages section staff by establishing performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly evaluates performance and provides training, coaching and mentoring for performance improvement; recommends performance recognition when warranted; interviews and selects new staff; subject to concurrence of higher level management, initiates and recommends disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Rules and County policies. Prepares and/or directs the preparation of, and reviews, a variety of documents such as Board letters and memos, as well as reports and business correspondence to executive management and the Chief Executive Office or other centralized department, or external regulatory agencies, often of a highly sensitive nature requiring the exercise of organizational acumen; uses appropriate software programs (e.g., word processing, desktop publishing, presentation, database and spreadsheet) to create materials in a variety of formats and approaches in order to effectively communicate information to various audiences (e.g., governing boards, executive management, the Chief Information Office, County Counsel, departmental personnel, and members of the public). Directs and oversees highly complex and sensitive research assignments requiring a substantial depth of analysis using qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods; defines study parameters and objectives, and develops statistical and information-gathering processes to ensure the quality, integrity, validity and relevance of data obtained for analysis and decision making purposes. Interacts with individuals from a variety of organizations (e.g., Board deputies, management from centralized County agencies, members from municipalities, State and federal legislative bodies, and other external agencies) to represent the department on highly sensitive, contentious and confidential issues; makes presentations, provides advice and/or consultation services, resolves conflicts, mediates disputes, and negotiates agreements; coordinates activities with County central agency and departmental staff, contractors, consultants, outside agencies, etc., to ensure that programs are successfully implemented. Actively participates in the development of options, programs, services and positions that meet objectives and best balance the interests of various stakeholders; provides the highest level of technical review on the development of programs and/or policies designed to address problems or improve operations, through strategic advocacy. Oversees auditing activities and the ongoing evaluation of processes and programs to ensure effectiveness, efficiencies and compliance, as well as to ensure that processes are capable and stable, and programs are proceeding as planned; addresses emerging issues and concerns in order to develop timely, proactive responses. Performs various administrative duties (e.g., creating and maintaining files; formatting standard documents; receiving, processing, and routing documents) by appropriately applying federal and State laws, County and local ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures in order to ensure all work done complies with established guidelines and the requirements of professional standards. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class. Human Resources: Directs administrative professional and technical staff in a central human resources office and/or area providing services including classification, recruitment, selection, discipline, policy, occupational health and safety, and payroll services. Directs and oversees test validation studies and other highly complex and sensitive research assignments requiring a substantial depth of analysis and the use of qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods such as job analysis and adverse impact analysis. Represents the department on examination appeals, classification studies, investigations, advocacy and other highly sensitive, contentious and confidential issues. Prepares and/or directs the preparation of, and reviews, corrective action plans; department-wide reports, which include disciplinary action, leave of absence, risk management, litigation, return-to-work, and mandatory training reports. Contracts: Supervises the operations and activities of contracting staff providing contract development and administration services to obtain a variety of contract services; plans, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of contract analysts. Recommends to department management the rank order and priority of services identified for contracting in light of overall departmental plans. Directs the study and review of complex departmental activities and specialized services in priority order to develop information on workload, personnel, equipment, and material requirements and determine availability of data on current county costs. Represents the department on County Protest Policy Panel matters, audits from the Auditor-Controller, reports from the District Attorney, and other highly sensitive contentious and confidential issues. Performs the highest level technical review over the contract solicitation, development, negotiation, and approval process; formulates and recommends departmental contracting policies to management on the handling of unprecedented issues. Prepares and/or directs the preparation of, and reviews, reports to regulatory agencies at various governmental levels, financial reports regarding grant funding from various agencies, and solicitation documents. Budget/Finance: Directs administrative professional and technical staff in the preparation and ongoing administration of the budget for a large County department. Directs and oversees studies involving the funding of new state-mandated programs and other highly complex and sensitive research assignments requiring a substantial depth of analysis and the use of qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods such as budget forecasting, trending, and cost benefit analysis. Prepares and/or directs the preparation of, and reviews, complex financial reports containing financial impact analyses due to budgetary changes at various governmental levels, as well as program rate review, budget status, and cash flow reports. Represents the department on matters involving fiscal disallowances, settlement agreements, curtailment of funding, and other highly sensitive, contentious and confidential issues. General Administration and other closely related administrative functional areas: Directs and oversees highly complex and sensitive research assignments such as misconduct, fraud, and abuse of authority investigations. Represents the department on audits from the Auditor-Controller, District Attorney reports and other highly sensitive, contentious and confidential issues. Creates and maintains files such as investigative reports, corrective action plans and internal audit reports. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Option 1: Two years of bona-fide supervisory experience* over a unit of analysts performing assignments within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field - AND - two additional years of experience at the level of a journey analyst** or higher within one or more of these administrative fields. Option 2: Two years of any bona-fide supervisory experience* - AND - four years of experience at the level of a journey analyst** or higher within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field. Option 3: Two years of experience at the level of a senior analyst *** or higher functioning in a consultative role in the Department of Auditor-Controller, Chief Executive Office, Department of Human Resources, or Internal Services Department's Countywide Contracts Division, interpreting and applying County policies, rules, and regulations and providing direction, guidance, and advice to management and administrative staff in County line departments - AND - four years of experience at the level of a journey analyst** or higher within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts, or other closely-related administrative field. *Bona-fide supervisory experience includes responsibility for planning, assigning and reviewing the work of staff, evaluating employee performance, participating in interviewing and selecting new staff, and performance management. **Journey-level analyst work involves the independent performance of work assignments which require the use of sound professional judgment, initiative and creativity in identifying and selecting research and analytical methods and techniques to address and resolve complex, controversial, and/or sensitive problems related to administrative functions such as human resources, budget, finance, contracts and other closely-related, sensitive and confidential administrative functional areas. Note: For a fuller description of journey-level analytical work, refer to Los Angeles County's Administrative Services Manager I class. *** Senior-level analyst work involves functioning in a lead or project management capacity with responsibility for providing guidance and direction to staff on the most specialized, complex, and difficult analytical assignments which impact major departmental programs and administrative operations, or in central agency departments, where they are responsible for providing consultation and guidance to management in County line departments on highly complex issues and problems associated with their area of expertise. Note: For a fuller description of senior-level analytical work, refer to Los Angeles County's Administrative Services Manager II class. You MUST meet one of the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPEREIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET AND INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING . NO WITHHOLDS WILL BE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES*: Leading Change: Innovation and Creativity; External Awareness; Flexibility/Adaptability; Resilience; Strategic Thinking; Vision. Leading People: Conflict Management; Developing Others; Promoting a Diverse Workforce; Teambuilding/Collaboration; Promoting an Accountable Workforce. Achieving Results: Customer Service; Decisiveness; Integrity/Honesty; Planning and Evaluation. Operational Acumen: Fiscal Responsibility; Workforce Development; Operational Improvement. Building Partnerships: Influencing/Negotiating; Networking; Political Acumen. Fundamental Competencies: Active Listening; Reasoning/Critical thinking; Oral Communication; Written Communication. Technical Credibility: Specialized Job Knowledge; Supervisory/Management Knowledge *A full listing of these competencies and their definitions can be accessed at: http://ceo.lacounty.gov/misc/Administrative%20Services%20Manager%20III%20Leadership%20Competencies_1.pdf LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE Applications must be filed online only. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add najordan@dmh.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com and info@governmentjob.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notification from being filtered as span/junk/clutter mail. Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information. You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. Plan to submit your online application well in advance before the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on govermmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty,gov you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number . COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: HR Examinations Unit: (213) 972-7034 HR Examinations Unit Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov Analyst Contact Phone: Nicholas Jordan, (323) 705-3925 Analyst Contact Email: najordan@dmh.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (213) 972-7034 TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 735-2922 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONES : (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sep 17, 2024
Temporary
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATES: September 19, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. (Pacific Time) This opportunity will remain open until the needs of the service are met EXAM NUMBER: b1004A-EA This announcement is a re-bulletin to reopen the filing period. The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Administrative Services Manager III vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Administrative Services Manager III. Essential Job Functions DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Plans, organizes, controls, integrates and evaluates the work of the assigned section; with subordinate supervisors and staff, develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve goals and objectives; contributes to development of the division budget. Manages, supervises and oversees the development, implementation and evaluation of plans, programs, policies, work processes, systems and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives and standards; identifies and works with supervisors and staff to research and act on opportunities to improve or maximize section performance, efficiency and effectiveness; develops performance metrics and evaluates section performance. Manages section staff by establishing performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly evaluates performance and provides training, coaching and mentoring for performance improvement; recommends performance recognition when warranted; interviews and selects new staff; subject to concurrence of higher level management, initiates and recommends disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Rules and County policies. Prepares and/or directs the preparation of, and reviews, a variety of documents such as Board letters and memos, as well as reports and business correspondence to executive management and the Chief Executive Office or other centralized department, or external regulatory agencies, often of a highly sensitive nature requiring the exercise of organizational acumen; uses appropriate software programs (e.g., word processing, desktop publishing, presentation, database and spreadsheet) to create materials in a variety of formats and approaches in order to effectively communicate information to various audiences (e.g., governing boards, executive management, the Chief Information Office, County Counsel, departmental personnel, and members of the public). Directs and oversees highly complex and sensitive research assignments requiring a substantial depth of analysis using qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods; defines study parameters and objectives, and develops statistical and information-gathering processes to ensure the quality, integrity, validity and relevance of data obtained for analysis and decision making purposes. Interacts with individuals from a variety of organizations (e.g., Board deputies, management from centralized County agencies, members from municipalities, State and federal legislative bodies, and other external agencies) to represent the department on highly sensitive, contentious and confidential issues; makes presentations, provides advice and/or consultation services, resolves conflicts, mediates disputes, and negotiates agreements; coordinates activities with County central agency and departmental staff, contractors, consultants, outside agencies, etc., to ensure that programs are successfully implemented. Actively participates in the development of options, programs, services and positions that meet objectives and best balance the interests of various stakeholders; provides the highest level of technical review on the development of programs and/or policies designed to address problems or improve operations, through strategic advocacy. Oversees auditing activities and the ongoing evaluation of processes and programs to ensure effectiveness, efficiencies and compliance, as well as to ensure that processes are capable and stable, and programs are proceeding as planned; addresses emerging issues and concerns in order to develop timely, proactive responses. Performs various administrative duties (e.g., creating and maintaining files; formatting standard documents; receiving, processing, and routing documents) by appropriately applying federal and State laws, County and local ordinances, and departmental policies and procedures in order to ensure all work done complies with established guidelines and the requirements of professional standards. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class. Human Resources: Directs administrative professional and technical staff in a central human resources office and/or area providing services including classification, recruitment, selection, discipline, policy, occupational health and safety, and payroll services. Directs and oversees test validation studies and other highly complex and sensitive research assignments requiring a substantial depth of analysis and the use of qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods such as job analysis and adverse impact analysis. Represents the department on examination appeals, classification studies, investigations, advocacy and other highly sensitive, contentious and confidential issues. Prepares and/or directs the preparation of, and reviews, corrective action plans; department-wide reports, which include disciplinary action, leave of absence, risk management, litigation, return-to-work, and mandatory training reports. Contracts: Supervises the operations and activities of contracting staff providing contract development and administration services to obtain a variety of contract services; plans, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of contract analysts. Recommends to department management the rank order and priority of services identified for contracting in light of overall departmental plans. Directs the study and review of complex departmental activities and specialized services in priority order to develop information on workload, personnel, equipment, and material requirements and determine availability of data on current county costs. Represents the department on County Protest Policy Panel matters, audits from the Auditor-Controller, reports from the District Attorney, and other highly sensitive contentious and confidential issues. Performs the highest level technical review over the contract solicitation, development, negotiation, and approval process; formulates and recommends departmental contracting policies to management on the handling of unprecedented issues. Prepares and/or directs the preparation of, and reviews, reports to regulatory agencies at various governmental levels, financial reports regarding grant funding from various agencies, and solicitation documents. Budget/Finance: Directs administrative professional and technical staff in the preparation and ongoing administration of the budget for a large County department. Directs and oversees studies involving the funding of new state-mandated programs and other highly complex and sensitive research assignments requiring a substantial depth of analysis and the use of qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods such as budget forecasting, trending, and cost benefit analysis. Prepares and/or directs the preparation of, and reviews, complex financial reports containing financial impact analyses due to budgetary changes at various governmental levels, as well as program rate review, budget status, and cash flow reports. Represents the department on matters involving fiscal disallowances, settlement agreements, curtailment of funding, and other highly sensitive, contentious and confidential issues. General Administration and other closely related administrative functional areas: Directs and oversees highly complex and sensitive research assignments such as misconduct, fraud, and abuse of authority investigations. Represents the department on audits from the Auditor-Controller, District Attorney reports and other highly sensitive, contentious and confidential issues. Creates and maintains files such as investigative reports, corrective action plans and internal audit reports. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Option 1: Two years of bona-fide supervisory experience* over a unit of analysts performing assignments within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field - AND - two additional years of experience at the level of a journey analyst** or higher within one or more of these administrative fields. Option 2: Two years of any bona-fide supervisory experience* - AND - four years of experience at the level of a journey analyst** or higher within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts or other closely-related administrative field. Option 3: Two years of experience at the level of a senior analyst *** or higher functioning in a consultative role in the Department of Auditor-Controller, Chief Executive Office, Department of Human Resources, or Internal Services Department's Countywide Contracts Division, interpreting and applying County policies, rules, and regulations and providing direction, guidance, and advice to management and administrative staff in County line departments - AND - four years of experience at the level of a journey analyst** or higher within one or more of the following administrative fields: human resources, budget, finance, contracts, or other closely-related administrative field. *Bona-fide supervisory experience includes responsibility for planning, assigning and reviewing the work of staff, evaluating employee performance, participating in interviewing and selecting new staff, and performance management. **Journey-level analyst work involves the independent performance of work assignments which require the use of sound professional judgment, initiative and creativity in identifying and selecting research and analytical methods and techniques to address and resolve complex, controversial, and/or sensitive problems related to administrative functions such as human resources, budget, finance, contracts and other closely-related, sensitive and confidential administrative functional areas. Note: For a fuller description of journey-level analytical work, refer to Los Angeles County's Administrative Services Manager I class. *** Senior-level analyst work involves functioning in a lead or project management capacity with responsibility for providing guidance and direction to staff on the most specialized, complex, and difficult analytical assignments which impact major departmental programs and administrative operations, or in central agency departments, where they are responsible for providing consultation and guidance to management in County line departments on highly complex issues and problems associated with their area of expertise. Note: For a fuller description of senior-level analytical work, refer to Los Angeles County's Administrative Services Manager II class. You MUST meet one of the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPEREIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET AND INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING . NO WITHHOLDS WILL BE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES*: Leading Change: Innovation and Creativity; External Awareness; Flexibility/Adaptability; Resilience; Strategic Thinking; Vision. Leading People: Conflict Management; Developing Others; Promoting a Diverse Workforce; Teambuilding/Collaboration; Promoting an Accountable Workforce. Achieving Results: Customer Service; Decisiveness; Integrity/Honesty; Planning and Evaluation. Operational Acumen: Fiscal Responsibility; Workforce Development; Operational Improvement. Building Partnerships: Influencing/Negotiating; Networking; Political Acumen. Fundamental Competencies: Active Listening; Reasoning/Critical thinking; Oral Communication; Written Communication. Technical Credibility: Specialized Job Knowledge; Supervisory/Management Knowledge *A full listing of these competencies and their definitions can be accessed at: http://ceo.lacounty.gov/misc/Administrative%20Services%20Manager%20III%20Leadership%20Competencies_1.pdf LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE Applications must be filed online only. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add najordan@dmh.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com and info@governmentjob.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notification from being filtered as span/junk/clutter mail. Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information. You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. Plan to submit your online application well in advance before the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on govermmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty,gov you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number . COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: HR Examinations Unit: (213) 972-7034 HR Examinations Unit Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov Analyst Contact Phone: Nicholas Jordan, (323) 705-3925 Analyst Contact Email: najordan@dmh.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (213) 972-7034 TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 735-2922 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONES : (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Kitsap County, WA
Port Orchard, Washington, United States
OVERVIEW Position Information Performs complex professional accounting work, supervises support staff and accounting activities to provide management (both Public Works and Auditor's Office) with necessary financial information for diverse areas of the interdepartmental accounting system. Maintains a comprehensive departmental grant accounting system, construction contracts, job costing, work orders, labor distribution, contract management, purchasing and fiscal reporting, compliance with performance standards, and oversee accounts payable and procurement. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Required Education and Experience Bachelors Degree in accounting, finance or related field; and Five years of professional experience in the government accounting, finance, and budget; One year of supervisory experience; or Any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills and ability required to perform the work. Preferre d Education, Experience or Other Qualifications Experience working in a government agency; preferably county government. Experience conducting utility rate studies, financing strategies and multi-year forecasts for utility funds. Experience managing accounts payable and procurement. Managing multiple contracts for construction of capital assets in a public environment. Asset Management and reporting experience. Experience using Workday. Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements Please note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements. Prior to employment, the successful candidate must: Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications. Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting. Pass a criminal history background check through law enforcement agencies. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Professional accounting principles, theories, concepts, practices and terminology. Government accounting principles, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and procedures. Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to public fiscal affairs in relation to governmental and proprietyary (Business) Funds. Automated data processing principles and accounting applications to include Workday. Modern leadership, personnel, and supervisory principles and practices, including office practices and procedures. Budget, finance, payroll, grant and contract administration systems, requirements, theories and best practices. Skilled in: Schedule and prioritize workflow to complete tasks and meet deadlines. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders with conflicting priorities. Understand and execute oral and written instructions and procedures. Interpret and implement a variety of documents, policies, and procedures. Read, interpret, and apply federal, state, and local government laws and regulations regarding grants, contracts and procurement. Organize and oversee interdepartmental work programs, including monitoring and compiling budgets, contracts, funding, grant requirements, timekeeping and accounts payable/receivable. Utilizing financial management systems. Analyze, interpret and prepare accounting reports and financial statements. Analyze and solve a variety of difficult and complex problems in financial areas. Work independently without regular direction and troubleshoot problems in assigned area of responsibility. Abilities to: Appear for scheduled work with regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Communicate Effectively, orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, the citizens and representatives of other agencies. Physically perform assigned duties and essential functions of the position. Work various shifts, evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime as required. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others using tact, courtesy, and good judgement. Maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor under a heavy workload and stressful situations. Plan, supervise, coordinate and evaluate staff. Organize and oversee work programs. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Provide work direction and review the work of others. This position is identified as an "Essential Employee" under the Public Works Inclement Weather/Emergency Response policy. Working Conditions/Physical Activities (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Positions in this class typically require: Primarily works in an office environment Position may require: Sitting and/or standing for short or extended periods of time, clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in-person and/or on the telephone; sufficient hearing and vision, repetitive motions for computer use. Requires exertion of force of 25 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, to lift/carry/move objects, files/documents, and other materials as required. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Contract administration for Public Works, and the management of the accounts payable process for acquisition and procurement of supplies, professional services, and construction contracts. Determine amounts needed for accounts payable and other transactions, calculate future interest earnings. Assist in the coordination, preparation & monitoring of multi-funded budgets, divisions, and departments, ensuring the correct classification and distribution of revenue and expenditures per legal requirements on accounts in accordance with Budgeting Accounting Reporting Systems (BARS), county procedures, and program needs. Prepares and maintains full accrual job costing, processing information, developing procedures, & answer requests from management and staff. Develop and compile complete financial data and reports for interim, monthly, quarterly and annual reports for County Road construction project progress billings to the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board (TIB), local, state, and federal requirements for grant reimbursements, and to the County Road Administration Board (CRAB) . Assist the Financial Manager in developing & maintaining department & division foals and procedures within Public Works and the Auditor's Office. Approve Construction Contracts for job costing to report to the County Road Administration Board. Assist with the County's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the Annual County Road Administration Board (CRAB) reporting for funding and standard of good practices for County Engineers. Supervise subordinates; prioritize, assigns and monitors work; evaluate performance; select and train staff, recommend and implement decisions regarding employee selection and discipline; ensure resources are available for operations and train and/or cross-train staff. OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection. This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position, and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months. Flexible hours are available, as approved by management. This position is open until filled with applications screened weekly. At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. County Paid Benefits Include: Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO) Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette Vision - VSP Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability Voya Voluntary Insurance Transportation incentives Employee Assistance Program Travel Assistance Program Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide . *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense Retirement: Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security. Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program Holidays 11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year Vacation Leave New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows: Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month) Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month) Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month) Sick Leave All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated*** Current County Employees If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status. NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx
Aug 17, 2024
Full Time
OVERVIEW Position Information Performs complex professional accounting work, supervises support staff and accounting activities to provide management (both Public Works and Auditor's Office) with necessary financial information for diverse areas of the interdepartmental accounting system. Maintains a comprehensive departmental grant accounting system, construction contracts, job costing, work orders, labor distribution, contract management, purchasing and fiscal reporting, compliance with performance standards, and oversee accounts payable and procurement. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Required Education and Experience Bachelors Degree in accounting, finance or related field; and Five years of professional experience in the government accounting, finance, and budget; One year of supervisory experience; or Any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills and ability required to perform the work. Preferre d Education, Experience or Other Qualifications Experience working in a government agency; preferably county government. Experience conducting utility rate studies, financing strategies and multi-year forecasts for utility funds. Experience managing accounts payable and procurement. Managing multiple contracts for construction of capital assets in a public environment. Asset Management and reporting experience. Experience using Workday. Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements Please note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements. Prior to employment, the successful candidate must: Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications. Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting. Pass a criminal history background check through law enforcement agencies. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Professional accounting principles, theories, concepts, practices and terminology. Government accounting principles, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and procedures. Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to public fiscal affairs in relation to governmental and proprietyary (Business) Funds. Automated data processing principles and accounting applications to include Workday. Modern leadership, personnel, and supervisory principles and practices, including office practices and procedures. Budget, finance, payroll, grant and contract administration systems, requirements, theories and best practices. Skilled in: Schedule and prioritize workflow to complete tasks and meet deadlines. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders with conflicting priorities. Understand and execute oral and written instructions and procedures. Interpret and implement a variety of documents, policies, and procedures. Read, interpret, and apply federal, state, and local government laws and regulations regarding grants, contracts and procurement. Organize and oversee interdepartmental work programs, including monitoring and compiling budgets, contracts, funding, grant requirements, timekeeping and accounts payable/receivable. Utilizing financial management systems. Analyze, interpret and prepare accounting reports and financial statements. Analyze and solve a variety of difficult and complex problems in financial areas. Work independently without regular direction and troubleshoot problems in assigned area of responsibility. Abilities to: Appear for scheduled work with regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Communicate Effectively, orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, the citizens and representatives of other agencies. Physically perform assigned duties and essential functions of the position. Work various shifts, evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime as required. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others using tact, courtesy, and good judgement. Maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor under a heavy workload and stressful situations. Plan, supervise, coordinate and evaluate staff. Organize and oversee work programs. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Provide work direction and review the work of others. This position is identified as an "Essential Employee" under the Public Works Inclement Weather/Emergency Response policy. Working Conditions/Physical Activities (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Positions in this class typically require: Primarily works in an office environment Position may require: Sitting and/or standing for short or extended periods of time, clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in-person and/or on the telephone; sufficient hearing and vision, repetitive motions for computer use. Requires exertion of force of 25 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, to lift/carry/move objects, files/documents, and other materials as required. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Contract administration for Public Works, and the management of the accounts payable process for acquisition and procurement of supplies, professional services, and construction contracts. Determine amounts needed for accounts payable and other transactions, calculate future interest earnings. Assist in the coordination, preparation & monitoring of multi-funded budgets, divisions, and departments, ensuring the correct classification and distribution of revenue and expenditures per legal requirements on accounts in accordance with Budgeting Accounting Reporting Systems (BARS), county procedures, and program needs. Prepares and maintains full accrual job costing, processing information, developing procedures, & answer requests from management and staff. Develop and compile complete financial data and reports for interim, monthly, quarterly and annual reports for County Road construction project progress billings to the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board (TIB), local, state, and federal requirements for grant reimbursements, and to the County Road Administration Board (CRAB) . Assist the Financial Manager in developing & maintaining department & division foals and procedures within Public Works and the Auditor's Office. Approve Construction Contracts for job costing to report to the County Road Administration Board. Assist with the County's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the Annual County Road Administration Board (CRAB) reporting for funding and standard of good practices for County Engineers. Supervise subordinates; prioritize, assigns and monitors work; evaluate performance; select and train staff, recommend and implement decisions regarding employee selection and discipline; ensure resources are available for operations and train and/or cross-train staff. OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection. This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position, and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months. Flexible hours are available, as approved by management. This position is open until filled with applications screened weekly. At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. County Paid Benefits Include: Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO) Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette Vision - VSP Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability Voya Voluntary Insurance Transportation incentives Employee Assistance Program Travel Assistance Program Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide . *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense Retirement: Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security. Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program Holidays 11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year Vacation Leave New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows: Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month) Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month) Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month) Sick Leave All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated*** Current County Employees If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status. NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx