Departmental Fiscal Officer - Los Angeles, United States - County of Contra Costa

Description

The Employment and Human Services Department is currently accepting applications to fill one (1) vacancy for Departmental Fiscal Officer.

Contra Costa County's Employment and Human Services Department works diligently to provide the community with resources that support, protect, and empower individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency.

The department is committed to hiring candidates that share our core values of delivering an exceptional customer service experience, encouraging open communication, embracing change, practicing ethical behavior, and embracing diversity.

The Eligible List created from this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in other Contra Costa County Departments.

We are looking for someone who:
Is detail-oriented and demonstrates a high level of care and thoroughness in handling the details of fiscal analysis.
Is great with numbers and appreciates the analytical and budgeting process.

Is a team leader who will create a positive work environment in which all are motivated to do their best.

Is able to work well with others by developing and maintaining work relationships and continuously working to improve contacts, networks, and relationships.

Is an excellent communicator both orally and in writing.
Is able to see the cause and effect between fiscal and other areas of the department.
Is flexible and willing to shift priorities.

What you will typically be responsible for:
Managing the fiscal activities of a County Department.
Preparing the yearly budget.
Monitoring and reporting on expenditures and all budget activity.
Supervising accounting staff.
Ensuring audits are handled timely and efficiently.
Ensuring fiscal priorities and deadlines are met.

A few reasons you might love this job:
Your work has a direct positive effect on the community.
You will be working with a great group of people.
You will have a stable work environment.
You will have opportunities for advancement.
A few challenges you might face in this job:

Having to make decisions with little time and information.
Trying to coordinate financial processes with other departments.
Having to present and communicate financial information to non-financial management.

Competencies Required:

Analyzing & Interpreting Data:

Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
Delivering Results:

Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
Innovative Problem Solving:

Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business
Displaying Ownership and Accountability:

Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
Professional Integrity & Ethics:

Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
Informing:

Proactively obtaining and sharing information
Building & Maintaining Relationships:

Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
Leadership:

Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal
To read the complete job description, please visit the website,

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The employment list established by this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months


Education:

Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, public administration, accounting, economics, finance, or a closely related field.

Experience:

Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a managerial or an accounting position performing fiscal or budgetary analysis, at least two years of which must have included responsibility for budget preparations and control.

Desirable Qualifications:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License
Auditing experience
Supervisory experience
Governmental accounting experience including Federal and State programs and funding

• Application Filing

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Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application, applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.

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Online Virtual Interview

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Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online

interview.

In the oral interview, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the oral interview competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% or higher.

The interview will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the Departmental Fiscal Officer position.

These may include, but are not limited to:

Analyzing & Interpreting Data, Delivering Results, Innovative Problem Solving, Displaying Ownership and Accountability, Professional Integrity & Ethics, Informing, Building & Maintaining Relationships, and/or Leadership

(Weighted 100%)

The virtual interview is tentatively scheduled to take place the week of May 2, 2024.

The interview will be administered remotely using a computer; you will need access to a reliable internet connection to participate in the assessment.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer.

If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances.

Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.


DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. 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.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Matthew Damm at

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