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The City of Lafayette (pop. 24,000) is recruiting for the position of Senior Transportation Planner.  Lafayette prides itself on its vibrant downtown, beautiful tree-studded hillsides and great schools.  This position will be part of the team that ensures that Lafayette retains its semi-rural character and “small town” downtown feel. 

The Senior Transportation Planner participates in broad spectrum of projects ranging from regional policy planning to multi-modal neighborhood circulation.  Immediate challenging opportunities exist for candidates to excel:

• Implement recommendations of a comprehensive study that outlined multi-layer solutions to traffic congestion in the downtown.
• Coordinate, manage and implement projects to improve multi-modal capacity and safety along major traffic corridors,
• Maintain and support transportation programs such as: Walkway & Bikeway Master Plans, Neighborhood Traffic Calming, School Area Traffic Safety.
• Process Transportation Action Requests and manage resident expectations.

The City is seeking a high energy professional who is tactful, self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented. Exceptional analytical and communication skills and the ability to write well and persuasively are required. An understanding of the regional political infrastructure and how it affects policy development and implementation is highly desirable.  The candidate should have a four-year degree with an emphasis on transportation planning, traffic engineering or civil engineering supplemented by coursework in urban planning, community development, business or public administration, and five years professional experience in a similar field. Working knowledge of fundamental traffic engineering principles is also highly desirable.

The salary range for the position is  $90,532 - $119,085 depending on experience and qualifications. Lafayette also provides an attractive benefits package that includes:

• A 401-A retirement plan with City-paid monthly contributions of 10% of salary with the option of a 5% match as well as City-paid social security contributions.  Lafayette does not participate in PERS.
• City-subsidized health and dental insurance as well as life insurance and disability insurance.
• 12 paid holidays, 10 days of administrative leave, and up to 20 days of annual vacation, depending on tenure.
• Challenging, interesting work; opportunities for innovation and creativity; family friendly policies; a flexible work environment; and casual dress.

The position will be open until filled.   To be considered, you must submit a City of Lafayette Employment Application, plus relevant materials that amplify your qualifications.  Please apply online at www.lovelafayette.org/jobs.  Email TRobinson@lovelafayette.org for questions. 
 

The City of Patterson is looking for an exceptional team-oriented, highly motivated Part-Time Account Clerk for the Finance Department. Under general  supervision, the employee performs a variety of clerical tasks, record keeping, greets the public, accepts and records payments, handles cash, and performs other related duties. 
 

The City of Patterson’s Finance Department is seeking to fill a full-time Accountant position.  Under the direction of the Finance Director, the Accountant is responsible for performing technical accounting work of moderate difficulty requiring comprehensive knowledge of the municipal financial functions, government fund accounting, enterprise fund accounting, and automated accounting system.

Sonoma County Library

Announces an Employment Opportunity 
 
 
ACCOUNTANT – ROHNERT PARK HEADQUARTERS

40 HOURS PER WEEK – FULL TIME  
 

The Sonoma County Library is seeking a customer service oriented individual with solid communication, team building, and problem solving skills to serve as an Accountant in its Budget and Finance department.   
 
THE POSITION:  

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position. 
 
Under general supervision, this full-time, benefitted position provides excellent customer service, performs technical and professional accounting work involving the review and analysis of Library budgets, programs, systems and procedures; verifies financial data in the areas of payroll, benefits, and accounts receivable/payable; reconciles general ledger accounts; assists management in auditing, analyzing, and preparing financial and statistical reports and schedules; assists in preparing the Library’s annual budget; maintains liaison with Library departments and branches, providing them with budgetary and organization analysis; and performs related duties as required.  
 
TYPICAL DUTIES include, but are not limited to:  
 

• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the Library annual budget, including monitoring expenditure of funds, analyzing departmental requests, reviewing expenditure patterns, determining fund balances, and projecting future revenues and expenditures.
• Prepares a wide variety of financial and statistical reports including quarterly payroll reports, state library reporting, year-end reporting, budgetary reports, special revenue fund reporting, grant reporting, and other legal documents.
• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the special revenue fund, including monitoring expenditure of funds, analyzing fund requests, reviewing expenditures for accuracy, and reconciling fund balances.
• Prepares journal entries and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary accounts related to postings from payroll, accounts payable, cash receipts, and accounts receivable; prepares monthly financial statements, including distributing monthly revenue and expenditure reports to departments; prepares numerous monthly financial reports.
• Interprets, explains, and applies general and governmental accounting/auditing principles and procedures, laws, and regulations affecting the financial operations of municipal government.
• Collects, assembles, analyzes and interprets data relating to division operations including policies, functions, organizational structures, forms and procedures, and equipment costing; prepares narrative and statistical reports and makes recommendations in connection with these studies.
• Coordinates, trains, and provides lead direction to staff assigned to the Budget and Finance Section; may provide lead direction and work review to Human Resources Section staff.
• Prepares operating manuals, policies and procedures, and work flow charts.
• Uses a variety of standard office equipment, including a computer and various financial spreadsheet and word processing software, as well as specialized accounting software.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  
 
Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, accounting, finance, or a related field; and two (2) years of experience performing professional-level work related to accounting, budgetary analysis, general administration including budget preparation, and/or fiscal analysis.  
 
 
SALARY RANGE:   $33.06 – $41.30 per hour plus benefits 
 
CLOSING DATE:  5:00 PM, Wednesday, July 3, 2019 
 
APPLICATION PROCESS:    Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply.  
 
Applications must be complete and submitted by the final filing date in order to be considered. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Resumes will not substitute for a completed application.  

The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application, written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s).   

TENTATIVE TESTING DATE: Thursday, July 11, 2019
 

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Sonoma County Library will make reasonable accommodations in the recruitment process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an examination or interview and have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 545-0831 extension 1591 or dkatzung@sonomalibrary.org as soon as possible to make arrangements for your accommodation. Requesting accommodations at least 3 working/business days before the scheduled event will help to ensure availability. For further information regarding disability accommodations provided by the Library and related matters, see the Library’s website at https://sonomalibrary.org/accessibility. 
 

 
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION: Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful pre-employment verification/criminal records clearance. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment. 
 
The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur during the active status of the list. 
 

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer 
  
 

OCTOBER 2015        

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT 
 

  
ACCOUNTANT

Represented

DEFINITION 
 Under general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs technical and professional accounting work involving the review and analysis of Library budgets, programs, systems and procedures; verifies financial data in the areas of payroll, benefits, and accounts receivable/payable; reconciles general ledger accounts; assists management in auditing, analyzing, and preparing financial and statistical reports and schedules; assists in preparing the Library’s annual budget; maintains liaison with Library departments and branches, providing them with budgetary and organization analysis; and performs related duties as required.  
 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Division Manager, Administrative Services or other management or supervisory staff.  May provide training and lead direction to clerical or technical staff, related to technical aspects of the work.   
 

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS 
This is a journey-level class that is responsible for gathering, preparing, and analyzing data relative to budget processes, organization, and operational functions.  Incumbents perform the full range of routine and complex departmental accounting and record-keeping programs under only minimal supervision.  Responsibilities require the use of tact, discretion, and independent judgment.  Normally receives general instructions, with detailed instructions provided on complex new assignments and initiatives.  Has internal and external contact on a regular basis. Incumbents at this level work independently within established procedures and guidelines, exercising judgment and initiative.  Successful performance of the work requires thorough knowledge of governmental accounting practices and procedures, fund accounting, and fiscal management.  This class is distinguished from Division Manager, Administrative Services in that the latter is responsible for the oversight and management of the entire Administrative Services Division, made up of the Budget and Financial Services Section, Facilities Services Section, and Human Resources Section, and is responsible for policy development and regular strategic planning with the Library Director and other members of the Library management team.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. 
 

• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the Library annual budget, including monitoring expenditure of funds, analyzing departmental requests, reviewing expenditure patterns, determining fund balances, and projecting future revenues and expenditures.
• Collects data and performs analysis of Library programs and cost estimates presented in the annual budget for various Library departments.
• Prepares a wide variety of financial and statistical reports including quarterly payroll reports, state library reporting, year-end reporting, budgetary reports, special revenue fund reporting, grant reporting, and other legal documents.
• Monitors expenditures, revenues, and budget allocations to determine the Library's financial status and prepares custom reports, graphs, and schedules as needed.
• Provides responsible professional and technical assistance in the administration and implementation of the Library's financial, auditing, and accounting programs.
• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the special revenue fund, including monitoring expenditure of funds, analyzing fund requests, reviewing expenditures for accuracy, and reconciling fund balances.
• Prepares journal entries and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary accounts related to postings from payroll, accounts payable, cash receipts, and accounts receivable; prepares monthly financial statements, including distributing monthly revenue and expenditure reports to departments; prepares numerous monthly financial reports.
• Interprets, explains, and applies general and governmental accounting/auditing principles and procedures, laws, and regulations affecting the financial operations of municipal government.
• Maintains and monitors the Library’s grant funds and ensures compliance with finance related rules and regulations governing the use of each grant.
• Analyzes and reconciles expenditure and revenue accounts, including grant accounts; reconciles grant statements and bank statements to the general ledger.
• Collects, assembles, analyzes and interprets data relating to division operations including policies, functions, organizational structures, forms and procedures, and equipment costing; prepares narrative and statistical reports and makes recommendations in connection with these studies.
• Coordinates, trains, and provides lead direction to staff assigned to the Budget and Finance Section; may provide lead direction and work review to Human Resources Section staff.
• Acts as purchasing agent/coordinator for Library system.
• Participates in and assumes responsibility for various departmental programs including financial statements, general ledger, monthly statements, and special accounting projects; conducts and prepares special studies and reports.
• Administers and maintains financial reporting systems software applications, assisting management staff in its use and report functions.
• Confers with division managers, managers, and others in order to secure necessary information.
• May be responsible for other division functions, including coordination of commercial insurance policies, maintenance of the fixed asset system, and preparation of audit schedules.
• May assist on special projects such as financial systems upgrades and implementations.  
• Prepares operating manuals, policies and procedures, and work flow charts.
• Uses a variety of standard office equipment, including a computer and various financial spreadsheet and word processing software, as well as specialized accounting software.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 
 

Knowledge of:  

• Principles and practices relating to modern budget, programs and general systems management.
• Terminology and practices of financial and account document processing and record-keeping.
• General principles and practices of data processing and its applicability to accounting and municipal operations.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to municipal financial operations.
• Principles and practices of business organization and public administration.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Research methodology, report writing, and basic statistics and their application.
• Business arithmetic and financial and statistical techniques.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and computer applications related to work, including word processing and spreadsheet software.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Library staff. 

 Ability to:  

• Collect and analyze information related to budget, administration and general management.
• Interpret and apply rules, regulations, and ordinances to ensure compliance with federal, state and local agencies.
• Analyze financial data and draw sound conclusions.
• Prepare clear, complete, and concise financial statements and reports.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Make accurate arithmetic, financial, and statistical computations.
• Enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy.
• Interpret, apply, and explain the Library’s policies and procedures.
• Maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems related to budget management.
• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 

 Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: 
 
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, accounting, finance, or a related field; and two (2) years of experience performing professional-level work related to accounting, budgetary analysis, general administration including budget preparation, and/or fiscal analysis.  
 

Licenses and Certifications:  
None. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
 Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, and over the telephone.  This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Positions in this classification occasionally lift and carry reports, records, and materials that typically weigh less than twenty-five (25) pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 
No unique or unusual working conditions apply to this position. 

SALARY RANGE: Day Shift $30.36 per hour
Swing Shift $30.36 per hour + 10% differential pay
Graveyard Shift $30.36 per hour + 15% differential pay
Starts at 68% of Journey-Level Wage with Wage Progression Commensurate
With Skill Level Progression. Current Journey-Level Wage is $44.65 per hour. 40 hour work week.
(Employee pays up to 7% of salary/wage toward CalPERS retirement plan)

NOTE: This position is being reposted. Applicants who have already applied do not need to reapply. All applications will be considered for this position.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Verifiable work experience in the automotive and/or heavy duty vehicle repair trades is desirable
• Verifiable education or training in the automotive and/or heavy duty vehicle repair trades, such as high school automotive technology coursework or automotive trade technical school is desirable
• Position requires a high degree of determination and commitment to personal and professional development and learning

REQUIRED TOOLS:

• Must have a basic set of journey level hand tools to accomplish assigned work

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
FAILURE TO MEET ANY OF THE REQUIREMENTS STATED BELOW MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION

PSE I – Van Driver

CLOSE DATE: Wednesday, June 26th, 2019

SALARY RANGE:
$13.20 Per Hour   

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M.,  Wednesday, June 26th, 2019

THE POSITION
The PSE I- Van Driver/Child Care Worker position at the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency operates and drives a light van motor vehicle to pick up and deliver clients and children to a designated location within the county.  Follow schedules to insure clients are able to meet their scheduled appointments.  May pick up and deliver paperwork, equipment, materials and supplies at various locations as assigned.  May use assigned vehicle to move clients’ belongings from one location to another as directed.  This position is at-Will, Temporary and Part-Time - scheduled for up to nine (9) hours per week working two shifts of one and a half (1.5) hours twice per day on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday for a total of three (3) hours per day. Bilingual applicants and consumers are encouraged to apply. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months. Bilingual applicants and consumers are encouraged to apply. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:

GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street
Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

 Description

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is a commuter rail and bicycle/pedestrian pathway project located in Marin and Sonoma Counties.

We are seeking an experienced and self-motivated person to join our  team.

The incumbents support the work of management staff by conducting day-to-day support , professional-level procurement and contract administration activities and by providing a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies

Under general direction, provides professional-level procurement and contract administration duties, including developing requests for proposals, soliciting bids, administering and monitoring contracts, issuing purchase orders, and processing new vendors.  The incumbent performs detailed analyses and support relating to procurement, administrative, budgetary, and contract administration to assigned departmental projects and programs; develops, summarizes, and maintains detailed administrative and procurement records; analyzes programmatic practices and procedures and makes recommendations for organizational, operational, and procedural improvements; fosters cooperative working relationships with District managers, public, and regulatory agencies; and performs related work as required.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

This is a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by, and minimum requirements of, employees in the class.  Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.  SMART reserves the right to determine and amend job responsibilities.

• Coordinates and performs complex professional-level administrative and programmatic work in such areas as procurement, contract administration, and financial analysis.
• Researches and develops detailed product and/or service specifications and establishes contract terms; confers with department staff to resolve questions regarding intent and expected use of goods and services, specification definitions, and scope of work statements.
• Develops and/or assists with bid invitations and solicitations, formal and informal bids, and requests for qualifications/quotes/proposals while ensuring legal and contractual provisions are included to protect SMART’s interests.
• Prepares and distributes notification to vendors on SMART mailing lists, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) businesses, and others; places advertisements in local newspapers; assists with pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences; write and posts addendums.
• Coordinates and participates in the evaluation of bids; develops evaluation criteria and materials; performs price/cost analyses and assesses the quality and suitability of proposed services and purchases; recommends modifications as needed; summarizes bid responses and prepares documentation; participates in the selection of contractors and vendors; develops reports for approval of contract awards.
• Reviews purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness, creates purchase orders in SMART’s financial system, and tracks shipment of products.
• Conducts a variety of analytical and operational studies regarding procurement activities, including financial, regulatory, operational, or administrative issues or questions; evaluates alternatives, assists with making recommendations, and assists with the implementation of procedural, administrative, and/or operational changes after approval.
• Assists in the preparation of comprehensive technical records and reports.
• Reviews and verifies invoices, documents, packing lists, and forms related to assigned area for accuracy, completeness, and conformance to applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
• Serves as a liaison to employees, the public, private organizations, government agencies, community groups, and other organizations; provides information and assistance regarding procurement programs and services; receives and responds to complaints and questions relating to assigned area of responsibility; reviews problems and recommends corrective actions.
• Reviews contract insurance compliance and works with brokerage firm with regards to compliance and insurance requirements.
• Assists in the development of departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Maintains accurate records and files; develops storage of records and retention schedules.
• Performs other special projects and duties as assigned.

Please click on the Job PDF button below to view the full job announcement brochure. 

San Mateo County Harbor District
Position Available:
Open-Competitive Recruitment for:

Accountant

$6,540.00 - $8,764.00 Monthly

Excellent Benefits Package
Deadline for application:
June 21, 2019

https://www.smharbor.com/employment

For application/inquiries contact Betty Cortes at:
bcortes@smharbor.com
SMCHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 The City of San Mateo is now accepting applications for the position of Budget Analyst

Recruitment will close by:  Friday June 21, 2019 @ 5:00 p.m. or upon receipt of the first 50 applications, résumés, and supplemental questionnaires, whichever occurs first.

Why Join our Department?

The City of San Mateo is a very progressive City that encourages staff and resident engagement to develop positive solutions that meet the demands of our community.

The San Mateo Finance Department is a multifaceted organization striving to provide the entire City with sound fiscal management and facilitate the operation of all City departments by providing appropriate financial data and support through a variety of business services.  The department is a dedicated team of supportive and highly skilled people committed to ensuring excellent services to our community and employees.

Collaboration, Innovation, Respect, Creativity, Transparency and Informed Risk-taking are attributes that we are seeking in the candidates.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work,

https://youtu.be/XNAF7GZUNl8?list=PL3QUX6-y-89-D28g895DzvObmoD89Dqdn

What You’ll Do

The Budget Analyst is a core member of the Finance Department team who supports the Budget Division and reports directly to the Budget Manager.  This includes planning, organizing, and supporting the City’s annual budget process; performing a variety of complex and specialized duties in support of City-wide budget development; and serving as a supporting budget liaison between the Finance Department and the operating departments.

• Compile and analyze financial data and transactions, budget requests, and other relevant materials from operating departments for the preparation of the City’s annual budget.
• Develop the annual budget calendar, prepare budget instructions for department budget analysts, provide technical assistance to departments in preparing budget requests, and train department personnel in using budget development software.
• Assemble budget data and perform analysis of revenues and expenditures for multiple funds to identify problem areas; analyze expenditure request justifications from operating departments and make policy recommendations where appropriate; update administrative overhead costs allocated to departments and coordinate replacement schedules.
• Prepare quarterly financial reports and meet with department heads to review quarterly budget status. 
• Assist the Budget Manager in updating City-wide financial policies and preparing a long-range financial forecast for various funds; make presentations to department heads.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Create, update and utilize forecasting tools and perform forecasting analysis relative to a variety of revenue and expenditure funds.
• Research and prepare technical and administrative reports and council communications; prepare written correspondence.
• Develop and provide data for long-range financial planning.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employee and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
   

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.cityofsanmateo.org