County of San Mateo, CA
Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The County of San Mateo Revenue Services Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Cashier/Fiscal Office Specialist . There are currently two Cashier/Fiscal Office Specialist (FOS) vacancies. Under general supervision, a Cashier/FOS receives and processes large sums of cash, checks, and negotiable items for monies due to the County. Associated duties include maintaining financial records, reconciling County accounts, balancing cash drawers, and preparing checks for remittance processing. Duties of the position may also include providing difficult, technical, complex, or specialized fiscal, financial, statistical, and accounting office support. One requirement for this position is successful experience handling large sums of cash. Ideal candidates for these Cashier/FOS positions will: Possess bank teller and/or similar experience handling large sums of cash Demonstrate outstanding oral and written communication skills Provide high quality service to a diverse customer population Possess bilingual skills in Spanish and English. (This language skill is highly desirable but is not required for the position.) The Cashier/FOS may be expected to: Review and reconcile reports, journals, budget, payroll, or related fiscal and statistical data Audit and verify various financial information, including source data as well as manual and computer-generated reports Desirable characteristics of the ideal candidate include prior knowledge of, and the skill and ability to use OFAS, the County-wide accounting system, or a similar electronic accounting system Note: The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future classified (permanent) and unclassified (at-will) vacancies as well as limited term, extra-help, and part-time vacancies. Qualifications Experience and Education: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying: A typical way to qualify is equivalent to EITHER one year of fiscal office support experience at a level equivalent to the County's classification of Fiscal Office Assistant II with cash handling experience, OR two years of experience as a bank teller within the last five years. Knowledge of: Proper handling of large volumes of cash and other negotiable instruments Basic financial record keeping practices Fiscal document processing, bookkeeping, and basic governmental accounting principles and practices Basic auditing principles and practices Policies and procedures related to the department or functional area to which assigned Office administration practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment Business data processing principles and the use of personal or on-line computers Business arithmetic; including percentages and decimals Correct English usage including spelling, grammar, and punctuation, and the standard format for typed materials Skill/Ability to: Provide excellent customer service Handle large amounts of cash, checks, and other negotiable instruments accurately Balance and reconcile monies and prepare financial records Maintain high attention to detail despite frequent interruptions Manage heavy customer contact Resolve customer problems and diffuse potentially volatile situations Organize, prioritize, and coordinate work activities and meet critical deadlines Read, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures Perform detailed fiscal office support work accurately Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work Type with sufficient skill to complete forms and enter information into a computer Other Requirements: Selected positions may require the applicant to obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. The examination process will consist of a Two-Part Screening (weight pass/fail) and a Panel Interview (weight 100%). The first part of the screening process will consist of a Written Examination . Those applicants who achieve a passing score on the Written Examination will advance to the second part of the screening. The second part of the screening will consist of a Review and Rating of the Application Packet , including a careful review of the responses to the supplemental questions. Those applicants who receive a passing score on the rating of the application packet will then be invited to the Panel Interview . Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position. The anticipated dates of the recruitment process are listed below. Please make plans to be present for these opportunities. Applicants must participate at their own expense in these processes. Because of the logistics involved in facilitating this process, applicant requests for alternate test dates and times will not be granted. Accommodations for special medical conditions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. It is the applicants' responsibility to notify the County Human Resources Department at (650) 363-4343 if appointment notices for the written examination are not received five (5) working days prior to the event. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENTSCHEDULE Final Filing Date: February 19, 2019 Written Examination: Saturday, March 2, 2019 Application Screening: March 7, 2019 Panel Interviews: March 19 and/or 20, 2019 Important Information regarding the Cashier/FOS Written Examination: The Cashier/Fiscal Office Specialist is a two part written examination. The first part focuses on the technical aspects of the Fiscal Office Specialist position and general knowledge regarding the work environment. Sections of the exam include: Fiscal Arithmetic, Bookkeeping, Fiscal Analysis, Proofreading, and Interpersonal Relations. There are 100 multiple choice questions on this exam. The second part focuses on the technical aspects of the Cashier position and language skills. Sections of the exam include: Cashiering Practices, Ability to Handle Money, Recordkeeping Abilities, Bank Reconciliation, and Basic English. There are 65 multiple choice questions on this exam. The entire exam will take approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes to complete. There will be a short break between sections of the exam. You should plan to be available for approximately 4 hours (including Check-In, Exam Part One, Break, and Exam Part Two). Most libraries and bookstores stock study guides for civil service/government examinations. Applicants are encouraged to review these resource materials prior to taking the examination. While the County does not recommend or endorse specific books, job seekers can ask librarians or store employees for guidance in selecting appropriate study aids. At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. The County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Chet Overstreet (020619) (Cashier/Fiscal Office Specialist - E350)
Description The County of San Mateo Revenue Services Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Cashier/Fiscal Office Specialist . There are currently two Cashier/Fiscal Office Specialist (FOS) vacancies. Under general supervision, a Cashier/FOS receives and processes large sums of cash, checks, and negotiable items for monies due to the County. Associated duties include maintaining financial records, reconciling County accounts, balancing cash drawers, and preparing checks for remittance processing. Duties of the position may also include providing difficult, technical, complex, or specialized fiscal, financial, statistical, and accounting office support. One requirement for this position is successful experience handling large sums of cash. Ideal candidates for these Cashier/FOS positions will: Possess bank teller and/or similar experience handling large sums of cash Demonstrate outstanding oral and written communication skills Provide high quality service to a diverse customer population Possess bilingual skills in Spanish and English. (This language skill is highly desirable but is not required for the position.) The Cashier/FOS may be expected to: Review and reconcile reports, journals, budget, payroll, or related fiscal and statistical data Audit and verify various financial information, including source data as well as manual and computer-generated reports Desirable characteristics of the ideal candidate include prior knowledge of, and the skill and ability to use OFAS, the County-wide accounting system, or a similar electronic accounting system Note: The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future classified (permanent) and unclassified (at-will) vacancies as well as limited term, extra-help, and part-time vacancies. Qualifications Experience and Education: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying: A typical way to qualify is equivalent to EITHER one year of fiscal office support experience at a level equivalent to the County's classification of Fiscal Office Assistant II with cash handling experience, OR two years of experience as a bank teller within the last five years. Knowledge of: Proper handling of large volumes of cash and other negotiable instruments Basic financial record keeping practices Fiscal document processing, bookkeeping, and basic governmental accounting principles and practices Basic auditing principles and practices Policies and procedures related to the department or functional area to which assigned Office administration practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment Business data processing principles and the use of personal or on-line computers Business arithmetic; including percentages and decimals Correct English usage including spelling, grammar, and punctuation, and the standard format for typed materials Skill/Ability to: Provide excellent customer service Handle large amounts of cash, checks, and other negotiable instruments accurately Balance and reconcile monies and prepare financial records Maintain high attention to detail despite frequent interruptions Manage heavy customer contact Resolve customer problems and diffuse potentially volatile situations Organize, prioritize, and coordinate work activities and meet critical deadlines Read, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures Perform detailed fiscal office support work accurately Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work Type with sufficient skill to complete forms and enter information into a computer Other Requirements: Selected positions may require the applicant to obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment Application/Examination Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. The examination process will consist of a Two-Part Screening (weight pass/fail) and a Panel Interview (weight 100%). The first part of the screening process will consist of a Written Examination . Those applicants who achieve a passing score on the Written Examination will advance to the second part of the screening. The second part of the screening will consist of a Review and Rating of the Application Packet , including a careful review of the responses to the supplemental questions. Those applicants who receive a passing score on the rating of the application packet will then be invited to the Panel Interview . Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position. The anticipated dates of the recruitment process are listed below. Please make plans to be present for these opportunities. Applicants must participate at their own expense in these processes. Because of the logistics involved in facilitating this process, applicant requests for alternate test dates and times will not be granted. Accommodations for special medical conditions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. It is the applicants' responsibility to notify the County Human Resources Department at (650) 363-4343 if appointment notices for the written examination are not received five (5) working days prior to the event. IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENTSCHEDULE Final Filing Date: February 19, 2019 Written Examination: Saturday, March 2, 2019 Application Screening: March 7, 2019 Panel Interviews: March 19 and/or 20, 2019 Important Information regarding the Cashier/FOS Written Examination: The Cashier/Fiscal Office Specialist is a two part written examination. The first part focuses on the technical aspects of the Fiscal Office Specialist position and general knowledge regarding the work environment. Sections of the exam include: Fiscal Arithmetic, Bookkeeping, Fiscal Analysis, Proofreading, and Interpersonal Relations. There are 100 multiple choice questions on this exam. The second part focuses on the technical aspects of the Cashier position and language skills. Sections of the exam include: Cashiering Practices, Ability to Handle Money, Recordkeeping Abilities, Bank Reconciliation, and Basic English. There are 65 multiple choice questions on this exam. The entire exam will take approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes to complete. There will be a short break between sections of the exam. You should plan to be available for approximately 4 hours (including Check-In, Exam Part One, Break, and Exam Part Two). Most libraries and bookstores stock study guides for civil service/government examinations. Applicants are encouraged to review these resource materials prior to taking the examination. While the County does not recommend or endorse specific books, job seekers can ask librarians or store employees for guidance in selecting appropriate study aids. At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. The County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Chet Overstreet (020619) (Cashier/Fiscal Office Specialist - E350)
CLARK COUNTY, NV
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
ABOUT THE POSITION Job Summary: TheÂAutomotive and Equipment Technician I & II performs a full range of maintenance and repair duties for a wide variety of vehicles and equipment. This role will be responsible for the repair and overhaul of automobiles, heavy and light trucks, mowers, power equipment, small turf renovation equipment, landscape tractors, landscape maintenance equipment used at county parks, construction equipment, other vehicles, small gasoline engines, stationary and similar equipment; operates a variety of hand, power and shop tools. ÂResponsibilities may include direction of an assistant or providing work instruction to a less experienced worker. This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Automotive and Equipment Technician I - Equivalent to graduation from high school AND three (3) years of full-time experience in automotive equipment services and repair work. Successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the automotive trade may be substituted for the three (3) years of required experience. Automotive and Equipment Technician II - In addition to the above: Minimum of one (1) year of journey-level experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and/or heavy construction equipment. Additional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the apprenticeship program on a year for year basis. Attendance at a recognized trade school is desirable. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. Work with exposure to potentially hazardous fuels, oils and solvents. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment; specified positions may require a Class A license with endorsements required to road test and/or operate heavy duty vehicles and equipment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Diagnoses and may perform major repairs and overhauls to both gasoline and diesel engines, involving inspection and replacement of broken or worn parts such as pistons, piston rings, valves, bearings, fittings and gaskets. Diagnoses and repairs, cleans, adjusts and installs fuel, ignition, electrical, electronic and cooling systems involving repair and replacement of such parts as carburetors and fuel pumps, starter motors, distributors, generators, voltage regulators, wiring, switches, batteries, and radiators, thermostats and water pumps. Diagnoses and repairs and overhauls power transmission systems including such parts as clutches, standard transmissions, differential units, front and rear axles, gears, bearings, universal joints and hydraulic units; diagnoses and repairs and adjusts steering mechanisms and other controls. Road tests vehicles; drives trucks or equipment as required; inspects vehicles in the shop and field; smog checks and certifies vehicles. Installs and tests electrical systems in vehicles as necessary; modifies such systems as required. Diagnoses and performs electrical, hydraulic and other repairs in the field. Performs preventive maintenance work on construction equipment, heavy trucks, street sweepers, automobiles, light trucks and other equipment. Reads and interprets manuals, drawings, and specifications; estimates labor, material and equipment and order parts required to complete assignments. Diagnoses, repairs and maintains vehicle air brakes, hydraulic systems and associated power take-off equipment. Observes safe work methods and utilizes safety equipment related to the work. May road test and/or regularly operate heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses and performs minor maintenance on hand, power and shop tools and test equipment related to the work. Makes oral and written reports of work performed; completes forms and maintains accurate maintenance records using an automated fleet information system. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical shop or related maintenance setting, including operating typical trade test equipment, hand and power tools and standard office equipment; stamina to stand, walk and climb and to work in confined or awkward spaces for an extended period of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Closing Date/Time: 3/1/2019 5:01 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION Job Summary: TheÂAutomotive and Equipment Technician I & II performs a full range of maintenance and repair duties for a wide variety of vehicles and equipment. This role will be responsible for the repair and overhaul of automobiles, heavy and light trucks, mowers, power equipment, small turf renovation equipment, landscape tractors, landscape maintenance equipment used at county parks, construction equipment, other vehicles, small gasoline engines, stationary and similar equipment; operates a variety of hand, power and shop tools. ÂResponsibilities may include direction of an assistant or providing work instruction to a less experienced worker. This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Automotive and Equipment Technician I - Equivalent to graduation from high school AND three (3) years of full-time experience in automotive equipment services and repair work. Successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the automotive trade may be substituted for the three (3) years of required experience. Automotive and Equipment Technician II - In addition to the above: Minimum of one (1) year of journey-level experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and/or heavy construction equipment. Additional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the apprenticeship program on a year for year basis. Attendance at a recognized trade school is desirable. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. Work with exposure to potentially hazardous fuels, oils and solvents. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment; specified positions may require a Class A license with endorsements required to road test and/or operate heavy duty vehicles and equipment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Diagnoses and may perform major repairs and overhauls to both gasoline and diesel engines, involving inspection and replacement of broken or worn parts such as pistons, piston rings, valves, bearings, fittings and gaskets. Diagnoses and repairs, cleans, adjusts and installs fuel, ignition, electrical, electronic and cooling systems involving repair and replacement of such parts as carburetors and fuel pumps, starter motors, distributors, generators, voltage regulators, wiring, switches, batteries, and radiators, thermostats and water pumps. Diagnoses and repairs and overhauls power transmission systems including such parts as clutches, standard transmissions, differential units, front and rear axles, gears, bearings, universal joints and hydraulic units; diagnoses and repairs and adjusts steering mechanisms and other controls. Road tests vehicles; drives trucks or equipment as required; inspects vehicles in the shop and field; smog checks and certifies vehicles. Installs and tests electrical systems in vehicles as necessary; modifies such systems as required. Diagnoses and performs electrical, hydraulic and other repairs in the field. Performs preventive maintenance work on construction equipment, heavy trucks, street sweepers, automobiles, light trucks and other equipment. Reads and interprets manuals, drawings, and specifications; estimates labor, material and equipment and order parts required to complete assignments. Diagnoses, repairs and maintains vehicle air brakes, hydraulic systems and associated power take-off equipment. Observes safe work methods and utilizes safety equipment related to the work. May road test and/or regularly operate heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses and performs minor maintenance on hand, power and shop tools and test equipment related to the work. Makes oral and written reports of work performed; completes forms and maintains accurate maintenance records using an automated fleet information system. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical shop or related maintenance setting, including operating typical trade test equipment, hand and power tools and standard office equipment; stamina to stand, walk and climb and to work in confined or awkward spaces for an extended period of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Closing Date/Time: 3/1/2019 5:01 PM Pacific
