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HHSA PROGRAM MANAGER - FISCAL

CLOSE DATE: Friday, October 16th, 2020

SALARY RANGE:
$2,728.00-$3,316.00  Bi-weekly
(New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning of the salary range.)
 

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Friday, October 16th, 2020
 

THE POSITION
The HHSA Program Manager- Fiscal position at the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency is responsible for coordinating, directing, and supervising lead and/or professional-level employees as well as clerical and technical support employees. This position is responsible for management of an assigned fiscal area within the Health and Human Services Department, will develop and implement department budgets, and will perform a wide variety of complex fiscal duties. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:        Four years of professional experience in assigned field, including one year in a supervisory capacity or administrative capacity.

Training:        Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in appropriate field. Master’s degree desirable.

All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
*     A Glenn County Employment Application        *    Résumé
*     Transcripts and/or Certificates                       *    Cover Letter

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office by 5:00 P.M., Friday, October 16, 2020.
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:  Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.
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
TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference points for an open, non-promotional examination must attach a copy of their DD2l4 to their application at the time of submission. Submissions after the final filing date will not be accepted.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided.  Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet if applicable.
SELECTION PROCESS:  The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process if applicable. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).
 

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for an Administration & Accounting Supervisor in the Community Development Services Agency (CDSA).  This position will supervise front counter staff and interact with clients.  Under general direction the incumbent will plan, organize, coordinate, supervise and review technical and specialized accounting, financial, budgetary, statistical, and office support activities; perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility; perform difficult, complex and specialized accounting and administrative activities and perform other duties as assigned.   This is the first full supervisory administrative support level in the accounting office support series.  This is a county wide classification.  Therefore, the employment list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill other vacancies within the same classification.

About CDSA:

The Community Development and Services Agency (CDSA) strives to improve the overall quality of life for our residents and fiscal health of our businesses by coordinating the orderly growth and development of the County. We accomplish this by providing proper implementation of related regulations, providing community services, and by providing operation, maintenance, and expansion of Public Works infrastructure.

The County Manager's Office (CMO) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Principal Management Analyst.  This is an excellent opportunity to join a committed team of hard-working, intelligent, and innovative professionals. 

Under the direction of the County Chief Financial Officer and as part of a team of three Principal Management Analysts, one Lead Management Analyst and eight Management Analysts, the Principal Management Analyst assists in the development and production of the County's $3.9 billion budget; assists with the coordination of county-wide budget monitoring and preparation of regular financial performance reports; performs fiscal and policy analysis on issues impacting County departments; leads efforts in policy development, policy compliance reviews, program reviews, countywide studies, and special projects; and makes well-informed written and oral recommendations to the County decision makers.  The Principal Management Analyst oversees the work of the Management Analysts and their assignments to department customers and may be assigned as the budget analyst for a few department customers.

The Principal Management Analyst will play a critical role in the upcoming redesign of the County’s performance management, including training department customers on the use of performance data to effectively manage programs and services; semi-annual reporting to the Board of Supervisors; the implementation of Countywide administrative/fiscal improvements; and the mechanism for providing transparency to the residents of San Mateo County. 
 
This work requires the use of independent judgment and the application of extensive knowledge of government finances, accounting, and government programs and organizations in meeting a wide variety of complex problems involving continual public, intergovernmental, and interdepartmental relations.

Experience and Education: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical what to qualify is:

• Experience:  Two years of professional experience performing a wide variety of administrative support duties.
• Education: A master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, public policy, business administration, finance, or a closely related discipline is preferred.

Knowledge of:

• Advanced principles and practices of organizational analysis and human resource planning
• Basic principles and practices of the County operations and its administration and organization
• Advanced principles of financial administration, including public budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Local and state legislative processes and the key players within those processes
• Principles of effective leadership and group facilitation skills/methods
• Computer systems and applications as used within the Count
• Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation

Skill/Ability to:

• Direct and participate in advanced administrative and operational activities related to assigned work section or program area specialty
• Coordinate critical activities with other departments, programs, and/or outside agencies
• Direct and participate in the analysis of a wide variety of moderate to complex administrative/operational problems and make effective operational and/or procedural recommendations
• Interpret policies, guidelines, and procedures
• Develop recommendations and make decisions of considerable impact
• Supervise, evaluate, and train assigned personnel
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Perform complex mathematical and statistical calculations accurately
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties
• Effectively articulate the County's position on a wide range of legislative issues before state and local legislative committees and bodies

Employment Opportunity

City of St. Helena, California

Accounting Technician I

(Utility Billing)*

Salary Range: $54,713—$64,453 annually*

The City of St. Helena has an exciting opportunity to fill a position in the Finance Department.  This is a great opportunity to become part of a Customer Service focused team of dedicated individuals that take pride in serving the local community.

Distinguishing Characteristics:  The Accounting Technician I is the entry level class in the accounting support series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents perform the more routine accounting support and customer service duties while learning City policies and procedures. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines.

The Accounting Technician I receives direction from the Director of Finance, or designee.

Examples of Duties: (include but are not limited to the following) 

• Operates cash register, acts as front counter staff.
• Receives the public, answers questions and processes requests; responds to inquiries from customers and others and refers, when necessary, to appropriate persons.
• Prepares, processes, maintains and verifies purchasing, financial and accounting documents and records.
• Performs accounting and financial office support work in areas such as cashiering, accounts receivable, utility billing, fixed assets and business licenses.
• Provides information to the public and City staff requiring the use of judgment and the interpretation of a variety of policies, rules and procedures; processes outgoing mail.
• Receives payments, issues receipts, balances cash and prepares bank deposits.
• Performs data entry and posts receipts to various City accounts and funds.
• Maintains and files various documents and records. May perform a variety of general office support functions, including typing, record keeping, proofreading and forms and report generation.
• Prepares financial, statistical or operational reports as assigned.
• Prepares accounts receivable billings and reconciliation.
• Verifies incoming revenue from various City departments and other agencies.
• Processes all utility billing and utility customer requests.
• Maintains posting of payments.
• Works with the Water Department to process monthly meter reads and customer requests.
• Generates new utility billings and past due notices.
• Prepares monthly utility billing reports and reconciliations.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

There is a no smoking policy in effect within the City offices and vehicles. St. Helena is an equal opportunity employer. The City of St. Helena will require documentation of the legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act upon hire.

Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): With prior notice to the Personnel Department regarding testing or job performance modifications, the City will make every attempt to offer reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

The Position

The City of Union City is seeking a highly experienced financial leader to help guide the City during a unique time of challenges and opportunities. Union City, like all communities throughout the country, is facing a substantial impact from the Coronavirus and the new  Assistant City Manager/Chief Financial Officer (ACM/CFO) will be expected to provide strategic leadership guidance, organizational expertise and a high level of financial acumen to help the organization successfully meet those challenges. 

The ACM/CFO is a newly established position created as part of an extensive organizational study completed in 2019.  The expectation is to help implement the City’s ambitious strategic plan, to assist in stabilizing the budget, while focused on building the City’s long-term future. As second in command of city operations, this evolving role will lead all financial and budgetary operations and will oversee the Solid Waste Franchise Agreement and contracted services of the Fire Department and cable TV.  

The City is currently in year two of a biennial budget cycle, which will require immediate attention towards development of the next two-year budget.  Other key priorities relate to a critical upcoming ballot measure, designed to replace an existing revenue measure that “sunsets” in 2021 and the completion of fiscal year 2018/19 and 2019/20 Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (CAFR).   The City is also working on succession planning strategies that will require the attention of the ACM/CFO.

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Finance Director - City of American Canyon, California

Located in the southern portion of world-famous, wine-growing Napa County, approximately 35 miles northeast of San Francisco, American Canyon first developed following World War II and incorporated in 1992. American Canyon plays an important role in the Napa Valley wine industry with continuous growth in wine logistics, wine making, storage and distribution. American Canyon is also home to growing major food production industries, such as Coca Cola, Barry Callebaut Chocolate, Mezzetta, and a new IKEA E-Commerce Distribution Center. With a current population of 20,500 in more than 6 square miles, the City plans for a population of 30,000 by 2030.

American Canyon has a mix of original and newer housing stock including single-family residential units, apartments, and manufactured homes. The City’s residential growth rate justified the 2010 construction of LEED- certified American Canyon High School, home of the “Wolves,” with its extensive athletic facilities. A new elementary school is under construction.

American Canyon is poised for future growth in two industrial parks and two specific plan areas. The parks include 5 million square feet of space for industrial users; a Broadway District Specific Plan to include 1,200 homes and 850,000 square feet of commercial development along Highway 29; and the Watson Ranch Specific Plan, which includes 1,250 homes and rejuvenation of century-old mine ruin structures into a tourist and entertainment center known as the Napa Valley Ruins and Gardens.

American Canyon residents take great pride in their community and highly value the outdoor spaces and trails, numerous parks, and quality schools. Residents and business owners feel very safe and enjoy their diverse and engaged community.

The Finance Department

American Canyon’s Finance Department provides a range of financial services to internal and external customers. Major functions include financial forecasting, budget development, financial management and reporting, accounts payable, citywide payroll, utility billing, business license, administration, purchasing, cash flow management, and investment management. 

The department has a FY 2020/21 operating budget of approximately $1.3 million and a total staff of eight employees within the two divisions of Accounting and Budget, which is each managed by a Management Analyst II.  Additional staff within the department include one Accounting Technician and four Accounting Assistants. 

With recent retirements at the leadership level, the Finance Department has proactively rallied to cross train and support technical staff in order to ensure the continuation of quality services. The Finance Director will be a “working” director and will be a leader and member of the team.

Call Bobbi Peckham toll free at (866) 912-1919 for more information.

Filing deadline is September 30, 2020.
Resumes are acknowledged within 2 business days.

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The Purchasing Division of the Finance Department offers unique career development and advancement opportunities in public sector procurement and contracting. The Division is responsible for the centralized procurement of equipment, supplies, materials, IT, and non-consulting services pursuant to the City of San José Municipal Code Title 4, Chapter 4.12. The Division is also responsible for providing guidance and oversight for the procurement of consulting services which is managed by the individual City departments. 

The Purchasing Division is focused on delivering procurement and contracting services based on public procurement best practices. The team is headed by a Deputy Director, who oversees two purchasing-related workgroups. One workgroup is managed by a Program Manager who oversees a group of buyers and a staff specialist, who primarily handle tactical procurements such as low-bids, purchase orders, and p-card purchases. Another workgroup is managed by the IT & Strategic Procurement Manager who oversees a group of Senior Analysts, Analysts I/II, and the IT Buyer. 

This team is responsible for handling the City’s complex procurements (i.e., primarily Requests for Proposal) and contract activity. 

The work environment is dynamic and engaging, with procurement staff interfacing with nearly all City departments in delivering products and services. The Division offers opportunities for growth and advancement.

The Department of Finance is hiring a Senior Analyst in the Purchasing Division. The Senior Analyst is a management position that reports to the IT & Strategic Procurement Manager and is responsible for strategic procurement activities, projects, and agreements on behalf of various City departments.

Responsibilities for the position may include, but are not limited to:

- Working with various City departments to prepare, issue, and oversee complex Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFls), and other solicitation methods for City funded projects, as well as federal and state funded projects

- Managing strategic and complex procurement activities, including developing specifications and facilitating the evaluation process

- Developing, negotiating, writing, and executing strategic and complex contracts

- Administering contracts, including negotiating amendments, change orders and exercising options

- Drafting and preparing Council memoranda and responses to protests

- Training and educating City staff on Citywide purchasing rules, procedures, and processes

- Assisting departments with vendor management and contract management activities as required

- Performing data and financial analysis for purchasing and contracting activities

- Clearly expressing ideas verbally and in writing

- Preparing standard and ad hoc reporting

- Supervising assigned staff

- Conducting and facilitating Request for Quotes (RFQ) and Request for Bids (RFB) and issuing Purchase Orders (POs) as assigned

- Performing other duties and special projects as requested such as vendor training, emergency preparedness, and implementing procurement and contracting process improvements.

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

COVID-19 Remote Work

Please be aware that as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Senior Analyst will most likely be expected to work remotely at least some, if not all, of the time until further notice. If this is required, the Senior Analyst will be assigned a laptop by the City with all software and software access required to perform the assigned duties. The Senior Analyst be required to have/provide their own internet connectivity and other requirements as specified in the City’s Remote Access Policy to be able to fully perform their responsibilities remotely in accordance with the City’s Policy Manual, Section 1.7.3 Remote Access, at https://www.sanjoseca.gov/your-government/city-manager/employee-relations/city-policy-manual.

The City of Belmont Finance Department is recruiting for the position of Deputy Finance Director (Assistant Finance Director).

Recruitment will be opened until filled. This recruitment is subject to close at any time without notice. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. First review of applications will be August 17.

The Deputy Finance Director (Assistant Finance Director) directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the City's day to day finance operations and activities including budget, payroll, purchasing, business licenses, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, fixed assets, financial planning and records maintenance, reporting, tax administration, and annual audit functions.  The position also coordinates activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Finance Director.  In addition, this position is responsible for treasury operations and debt management.  The position receives administrative direction from the Finance Director and exercises direct supervision over professional and technical staff.

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Direct, manage, supervise, coordinate and evaluate the work of staff responsible for the City's day to day financial operations and activities including the functions of budget, payroll, purchasing, business licenses, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, grants, treasury and debt management, computer systems applications, internal control and annual audit functions.
• Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
• Participates in the maintenance of the indirect cost allocation plan and performs accounting work related to the integration of the plan with the automated financial system.
• Plan, direct, coordinate and review the work plan for accounting staff; assign work activities, projects and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the annual operating and capital budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.
• Prepare, review and evaluate a variety of financial reports and statements including general ledger, bank reconciliation, budget variances, monthly and annual reports.
• Manages, coordinates and accounts for all long-term debt, pass-through agreements, and tax rebate programs.
• Oversees all internal accounting control functions.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and controls to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, City policies and generally accepted accounting procedures; analyze fiscal transactions and records to ensure conformity and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, procedures, practices and City codes and ordinances.
• Research and develop new revenue opportunities, support revenue diversification through economic development, enterprise cost recovery, fee for service programs and tax enforcement.
• Review monthly journal entries; allocate investment earnings to funds; allocate other cost and expenses and review employee expense accounts.
• Oversees year-end close of City, Successor Agency, Special District, and other agencies’ books and annual audit.
• Assist independent auditors with their annual review of financial records; prepare and provide support documentation and answer questions concerning financial records and accounting practices; ensure audits are completed in a timely manner.
• Provide the financial information for and assist with the administration of debt, issuance of municipal bonds, tax and revenue anticipation notes, tax allocation bonds and other forms of debt.
• Oversees operation, implementation or deployment of finance related computer systems applications.
• Provide staff support to the Finance Director; provide accounting services to the joint ventures of the City; perform the duties of Finance Director in the absence of same.

To review the complete job description, visit www.belmont.gov

THE POSITION

Lathrop Police Services is currently recruiting for a Police Services Manager.  This position is responsible for managing and directing the development of the Police Department’s budget, providing administrative support to the Police Chief, and supervises lower level staff.  The ideal candidate will be independent, highly motivated, organized, have a positive attitude and will be an effective team player who is able to multitask in a fast-paced work environment.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional experience overseeing budget development and processing, financial analysis, grant management or similar business functions performed in a public agency setting, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Appointment to the position is contingent upon the successful completion of the background check by the City of Lathrop and the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under general direction by the Police Chief, or designee this position is responsible for a wide variety of administrative and financial responsibilities and exercises direct and indirect supervision over assigned staff.  This includes, but is not limited to the following essential functions:

• Provides instructions and guidance to police department staff in the development of budget requests; performs research and develops departmental revenue forecasts; evaluates budget requests for adequacy and relevancy to the department’s goals and objectives; coordinates the development and preparation of the police department’s budget with the Finance Department and City Manager’s office.
• Attends City Council meetings to make budget presentations during public hearings as directed; responsible for obtaining budget information from San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office for the purpose of development of the City budget for contract police services.
• Directs or coordinates the preparation of grant applications for police department programs and activities; manages the grant application process to ensure deadlines and other grant requirements are met; works with departmental staff to monitor and track grant revenues and expenditures and ensure compliance; works closely with finance staff to post grant awards.
• Plans, assigns, reviews and participates in the work of staff involved in the customer service, crime research, records, and communications functions; participates in the selection, motivation and evaluation of assigned staff, monitors work activities to ensure safe work practices, work quality, accuracy, and confidentiality; develops, implements and maintains a procedural manual.
• Develops, implements, monitors and evaluates current operational procedures and establishes goals and objectives; researches and recommends enhancements or changes to existing systems and procedures; develops, prepares and presents complex reports, verbally or in writing, to a diverse audience which may include Police Department management, city staff, appointed and elected officials and the public.
• Ensures appropriate training for assigned staff in all areas of work, including Department of Justice training for full and less-than-full access operators; maintains State required training files; identifies training opportunities and needs and makes recommendations to Police Chief.
• Responds to questions and concerns from the public, departmental staff and other agencies; provides information as appropriate and resolves service issues and complaints; provides for regular communication between sworn and non-sworn personnel.
• Develops schedules and methods for performing assigned duties; maintains appropriate work records and documents; prepares, maintains and validates statistical and analytical reports for city, state and federal agencies.

As one of the largest providers of affordable housing in the Bay Area and a designated Moving To Work (MTW) agency, the award-winning Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking talented individuals looking to make a difference in Silicon Valley. SCCHA is an independent local government agency that administers the federal Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program for approximately 19,000 households and manages more than 2,000 units of affordable housing in Santa Clara County.

If you are looking to help solve one of the most significant problems in the Bay Area and want to be part of a collaborative, innovative organization dedicated to building a better Silicon Valley, then apply today!

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