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SENIOR ACCOUNT CLERK – BUDGET & FINANCE

ROHNERT PARK HEADQUARTERS

40 HOURS PER WEEK – FULL TIME

ABOUT SONOMA COUNTY LIBRARY:

Today, our county-wide library system serves approximately 495,000 residents in the cities, towns and communities of Cloverdale, Cotati, Guerneville, Healdsburg, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Santa Rosa, Sebastopol, Sonoma and Windsor. Through library services and programs at our 14 locations, online, and through targeted outreach, we embrace our mission to bring information, ideas, and people together to build a stronger community.

We are known nationally for our innovation and locally for our connection to our residents and communities. We are a community hub where learning, the arts, technology, and people intersect and thrive.

Sonoma County Library values diversity, empowerment, community, unity, kindness, connection, and equity. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the recruiting and hiring of staff.

THE POSITION:

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position.

Under general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs complex clerical work in connection with keeping and reviewing financial and statistical records, provides support to the benefits processing and payroll administration functions, and performs related duties as required.

TYPICAL TASKS include, but are not limited to:

• Performs a variety of account support duties related to accounts receivable and accounts payable, including posting, balancing, adjusting, and maintaining manual and computerized account and financial records according to established policies and procedures.
• Maintains a variety of ledgers, registers, and journals; reconciles transactions and data as directed; records changes and resolves differences; maintains the accuracy of accounting and financial records.
• Processes accounts payable; assigns purchase numbers; reviews invoices and receiving reports for accuracy and appropriate authorization; ensures that funds are budgeted and available and prepares documentation required for payment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by completion of at least six (6) semester units of college-level coursework in accounting or finance-related subjects, and two (2) years of experience in processing financial documents, benefits processing, payroll administration, maintaining financial or accounting records, and performing general accounting office work.

SALARY RANGES:

$23.51 to $29.37 per hour plus benefits

CLOSING DATE:

5:00 pm, Friday, September 4, 2020

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.  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). 

RECRUITING PROTOCOL IN RESPONSE TO CORONAVIRUS COVID-19:

Pursuant to California Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, and all applicable COVID 19 Shelter in Place Orders issued by the Sonoma County Health Officer, the recruiting process including interviews, testing, etc. will be held via teleconference or online, if  possible, unless changes occur in the state and/or county health order.

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

Definition

Under general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs complex clerical work in connection with keeping and reviewing financial and statistical records; provides support to the benefits processing and payroll administration functions; and performs related duties as required.

Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management staff.  May provide training and technical and functional direction to support staff.

Class Characteristics

This is the journey-level class in the Account Clerk series that performs the full range of account maintenance and administrative duties to support financial accounting and human resources.  This class applies Library financial procedures to resolve a variety of issues.  Assignments include the performance of a wide variety of record-keeping, reconciliation, and account support activities.  Incumbents at this level work independently, exercising judgment and initiative.  Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.  The Senior Account Clerk is distinguished from the Accounting Coordinator in that the latter independently coordinates and is responsible for one or more fiscal areas such as accounts payable and receivable and/or payroll administration.

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.

• Performs a variety of account support duties related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, benefits support, and payroll administration, including posting, balancing, adjusting, and maintaining manual and computerized account and financial records according to established policies and procedures.
• Performs financial and/or budgetary document processing within specified procedural guidelines.
• Maintains a variety of ledgers, registers, and journals according to established accounting policies and procedures; reconciles transactions and data as directed; records changes and resolves differences; maintains the accuracy of accounting and financial records.
• Calculates, codes, enters data into computer to process and prepare vendor claims for payment, including all book claims; maintains claim log and vendor files for all accounts.
• Troubleshoots vendor inquiries and provides proof of payment via the Sonoma County Auditor’s office.
• Processes accounts payable; assigns purchase numbers; reviews invoices and receiving reports for accuracy and appropriate authorization; ensures that funds are budgeted and available and prepares documentation required for payment.
• Oversees and audits extra help/substitute payroll for accuracy and completeness; acts as liaison with substitutes and branch managers regarding payroll issues; maintains automated time keeping and payroll databases.
• Conducts payroll and benefits activities; reviews time records and other payroll records for completeness and accuracy; resolves problems; enters data into the payroll system; assists in the preparation and reconciliation of a variety of payroll reports; distributes pay and benefit checks.
• Enters a variety of information into one or multiple automated financial, accounting and statistical reporting systems; produces and distributes a variety of periodic and specialized reports, following established formats.
• Reviews a variety of financial, accounting and statistical documents for completeness and accuracy; makes corrections within established guidelines or returns the document to the originator for correction; proofreads documents; researches issues regarding specific transactions; updates related files; and updates departments on action items.
• Assists staff and employees by providing answers and information regarding specific account information, discrepancies, general accounting procedures, and/or department-specific issues and problems.
• May provide general clerical assistance as needed and perform general office support duties such as opening and routing mail and deliveries; preparing correspondence; filing and record keeping; duplicating and distributing various written materials; and ordering and keeping inventory of office supplies.
• 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.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of:

• Terminology and practices of financial and account document processing and record-keeping, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, benefits processing, and payroll administration.
• Business arithmetic and financial and statistical techniques.

• Record-keeping principles and procedures.
• Basic budgetary practices.
• 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:

• Perform detailed accounting, financial, payroll, billing, statistical, benefit, and/or budgetary support work.
• Process a variety of standard financial, accounting, payroll and statistical documents.
• Review and reconcile financial, accounting, payroll, and benefit documents and records.
• Prepare accurate and timely billings and reports.
• Interpret, apply, and explain policies and procedures.
• Compose correspondence and reports independently or from brief instructions.

• Make accurate arithmetic, financial, and statistical computations.

• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy to perform assigned work.

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by completion of at least six (6) semester units of college-level coursework in accounting or finance-related subjects, and two (2) years of experience in processing financial documents, benefits processing, payroll administration, maintaining financial or accounting records, and performing general accounting office work. 

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.

No unique or unusual working conditions apply to this position.

The San José Public Library is seeking new Librarians to join our team and change the lives of those we serve! The ideal candidate for these positions will understand, support, practice and promote the San José Way of library innovation and the Mission, Vision, & Values statements of the City of San José and the San José Public Library; demonstrate leadership and a commitment to active customer service; have knowledge of current library technology and trends; have experience working with a diverse community and staff; and have programming or project management ability. 

We are looking for friendly, service-oriented librarians who have experience working in a fast-paced environment and thrive in a highly collaborative setting. Our librarians perform a variety of professional duties that may include virtual programming, storytime, innovative school and community engagement programs, outreach, coding and STEAM programming, and volunteer engagement. All our staff are trained in providing excellent customer service, including curbside pickup of Library materials 

These positions will include evenings and weekend shifts. 

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. 

NOTE: If you are currently a part time unbenefited or benefited San José Public Library employee seeking full time employment, you must apply. We may use this candidate pool to fill future positions. 

Are you looking for a great opportunity to connect with your community while investing in your future? Do you want to see first-hand what it’s like to engage in active, multi-generational work that directly contributes to the well-being of our greater Mill Valley community?  If you answered yes, then you belong with Mill Valley Recreation!  With our team, you will create memorable experiences while cultivating new and lasting connections within our greater Southern Marin Community. You will have the opportunity to grow and learn through consistent, quality training and, apply your learning through direct hands-on experience.

DEFINITION: Under general supervision, the Field Monitor provides operational support and supervision of Mill Valley parks, outdoor fields, offsite facilities, and occasionally the Mill Valley Community Center. Responsibilities will include but will not be limited to patrol and observation of outdoor facilities, ensuring compliance with facility regulations and use guidelines, general customer service, light office tasks, and the performance of other related work as required. This is a part-time, year-round position.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Monitor user activities in department facilities and enforce all rules, regulations, and safety principles.
• Patrol field, park and offsite facilities to monitor rental schedules and permitted use.
• Act as a liaison to the outdoor recreational community for the Recreation Department.
• Provide quality customer service and information for all Department facilities, classes, programs, and events.
• Maintain appearance and overall environment of facilities by completing daily tasks and cleaning as needed.
• Occasionally assist with the coordination and execution of Department-sponsored outdoor events or classes.
• Maintain records and reports as required.
• Enforce all rules, regulations and safety principals.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to take the lead in completing assignments when working with a partner or on a team.
• Respond professionally to emergencies, provide care as indicated under the scope of training.
• Deal tactfully and courteously with the public and build positive relationships with other staff.
• Actively attend and participate in required staff training.
• Reads and follows diagrams and instruction written in English.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Perform related duties as required.

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education, training, and experience, which likely provides the required knowledge and abilities.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
Candidates receiving a conditional job offer must pass a pre-placement fingerprint review. The employee must satisfactorily complete an evaluatory period before obtaining regular status. Candidates must possess a current CPR/AED and First Aid certificate and be comfortable calling 911 in an emergency.

Are you looking for a great opportunity to connect with your community while investing in your future? Do you want to see first-hand what it’s like to engage in active, multi-generational work that directly contributes to the well-being of our greater Mill Valley community?  If you answered yes, then you belong with Mill Valley Recreation!  With our team, you will create memorable experiences while cultivating new and lasting connections within our greater Southern Marin Community. You will have the opportunity to grow and learn through consistent, quality training and, apply your learning through direct hands-on experience.

DEFINITION: Under general supervision, responsibilities will include but not be limited to light office tasks, customer service, set up and take down of facility equipment and janitorial tasks. Perform related work as required. This is a part-time, year-round position.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Set up and take down tables, chairs, audio-visual equipment, and other related material and equipment.
• Greet public and provide general information for all Recreation department classes, programs, and events.
• Daily janitorial/maintenance duties such as routine and special cleaning of restrooms, community center rooms (i.e. wipe counters, vacuum floors, sweep walkways, empty trash receptacles, replace paper products and litter pick-up).
• Monitors guest activities in the community center and enforce all rules, regulations and safety principals.
• Assist in opening and closing procedures for the entire Community Center.
• Occasionally assist with the coordination and execution of Department-sponsored outdoor events or classes.
• Maintain records and reports as required.
• Enforce all rules, regulations and safety principals. 
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to take the lead in completing assignments when working with a partner or on a team. 
• Respond professionally to emergencies, provide care as indicated under the scope of training.
• Deal tactfully and courteously with the public and build positive relationships with other staff.
• Actively attend and participate in required staff training.
• Reads and follows diagrams and instruction written in English.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Perform related duties as required.

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education, training, and experience, which likely provides the required knowledge and abilities.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
Candidates receiving a conditional job offer must pass a pre-placement fingerprint review. The employee must satisfactorily complete an evaluatory period before obtaining regular status. Candidates must possess a current CPR/AED and First Aid certificate and be comfortable calling 911 in an emergency.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Public Safety Dispatcher-In-Training is the entry and trainee level in the public safety dispatcher series. Under close supervision, incumbents are trained in dispatching techniques, equipment and protocols. Work assignments change frequently in order to facilitate training. Employees are subject to daily and weekly observation reports until they demonstrate the ability to perform independently. This classification is distinguished from the higher level Public Safety Dispatcher in that the latter is the fully trained, journey level classification in the series.

This is an alternately staffed classification. Public Safety Dispatcher-In-Training incumbents are required to achieve the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to advance to the Public Safety Dispatcher level within the twelve month probationary period.

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: Graduation from high school or tested equivalent, AND One year of work experience providing customer service to the public.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application, responses to the required supplemental questions and a current (dated within one year of application) typing certificate verifying 35 or more net words per minute (online typing certificates will not be accepted). The position opens July 29, 2020 and is open continuous.

For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary $38.95 - $42.95 Hourly

Job Announcement URL: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/jobs/2824947/public-safety-dispatcher-in-training?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs 

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The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is Looking for a Facilities and Fleet Services Manager

Why Join our Department?

When you join the Public Works Department, you will work among collaborative and energetic colleagues who share a passion for serving our San Mateo citizens and improving the community in which we live and work. Our team is comprised of individuals with diverse talents and experience in various fields. We will provide you with a wide range of opportunities in a team-based collaborative environment while helping you achieve your professional goals.  Collaboration, Innovation, Respect, Creativity, Transparency and Informed Risk-taking are attributes within the City’s mission, values and organizational principles that we are seeking in the candidates.

What You’ll Do

The Facilities and Fleet Services Manager plans, manages, and supervises all activities of the General Services Programs of the Public Works Engineering and General Services Division, including facilities maintenance, facilities planning, capital projects, fleet operations, and downtown parking maintenance.

The Facilities and Fleet Services Manager receives policy direction and supervision from the Public Works Deputy Director, Engineering and General Services Division, or higher-level department personnel.  This position provides direct supervision to supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/DocumentCenter/Home/Index/86

THE CITY

The City of American Canyon is seeking an entry level Maintenance Worker to perform a variety of maintenance and construction duties and operates public works/parks equipment.  Initial hire and assignment will be for the Park’s division.  Maintenance Worker I’s may advance to the Maintenance Worker II level with a salary range of $4,625-$5,620 per month, after a minimum of two years of successful service and upon the recommendation of the supervisor.

THE POSITION

Maintenance Worker I is an entry-level class position. Initially, under close supervision, incumbents learn basic maintenance, construction, and safety procedures. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines and incumbents are expected to perform a broader scope of duties.

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to:

• Provide manual labor as directed, including digging holes, removing trees, raking, removing trash/litter/debris/graffiti, and planting trees and shrubs.
• Take daily pool readings and perform maintenance activities including cleaning injection systems and strainers, replacing chemical injection lines, and adjusting chemical dosages.
• Perform carpentry work to replace or repair wooden fences, picnic tables, benches, signs, and par course facilities.
• Plant, prune, and maintain plants and trees.
• Assist in the repair and maintenance of irrigation facilities including controllers, drip systems, pipes, and sprinkler heads.

Operate and maintain tractor, flail mower, aerator, and fertilizer spreader.

Position:

This is an on call, temporary, non-benefited position in our Urban Search and Rescue Warehouse in East Palo Alto working between 10-30 hours a week.  This is an entry-level position.  The incumbent will report to the Division Chief and work closely with the Logistics Specialist.  This position will provide extra help around the warehouse including:

• Assist Logistics Specialist with daily routine as needed
• Pick up supplies form local vendors
• Deliver equipment to various work sites
• Clean warehouse including restrooms, taking out trash, and grounds as needed
• Move vehicles
• Clean and wash vehicle and equipment
• Assist with inventory
• May be called to assist with deployments and training of the Urban Search and Rescue Team

In order to be eligible you must:

• Possess a valid California driver’s license and a driving record with minimal violations
• Be 18+ years of age at the time of application
• Must possess a High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
• Ability to drive safely in all weather and road conditions
• Must be able to carry 50-100 pounds for a short distance
• Must be capable of climbing on, under and around equipment and capable of bending and twisting using proper safety techniques
• Must be physically able to kneel, squat or crawl as needed
• Must be able to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to work flexible schedules (scheduled or ad hoc)

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity of local area

To apply:      

• Complete a CalOpps application

Hiring Process:

• Application Period: 6/29/2020-until filled
• Invitations to Interview: e-mailed to best qualified applicants  as soon as a qualified pool of candidates has applied
• Selected applicants will complete a LiveScan (fingerprinting) and submit a 3 year DMV printout (https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/online/dr)

Applications are being accepted for the position of Communications Dispatcher – Lateral Transfer with the City of South San Francisco.

CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT: As a continuous recruitment, please ensure timely and complete submission of employment application and supporting documents.

Please note: There is no opening at this time. This recruitment is to establish an eligible list for anticipated future vacancies. This job posting is for lateral-transfer applicants and NOT entry-level applicants.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND SOCIAL SECURITY PARTICIPATION.

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 68,000 residents that grows to 110,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, included 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

THE DEPARTMENT:

The City of South San Francisco has 83 sworn and 35 civilian positions. The Department’s philosophy is one of participative management, with a high degree of emphasis on training and education. It employs team and community-oriented policing and problem-solving concepts and recognizes the importance of staying contemporary with technological advances. The Department acknowledges that the responsibility for public safety and the quality of life in our neighborhood is a responsibility share with the whole community. 

A new state-of-the-art Police Department building and 9-1-1 Communications Center is currently being built across road from the current police building.  Construction is progressing on-schedule, with no delays for COVID-19 concerns.  The building is slated to be completed in August 2021, with a move-in shortly thereafter.  The new Police Building includes a large training room for defensive tactics, a dedicated indoor firearms range, and progressive construction incorporating the latest in Police Station design concepts.  The 9-1-1 Communications center will have the latest communications and dispatching technologies to provide improved service and response to South San Francisco residents. 

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