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The City of Sunnyvale is actively seeking a highly energetic, skilled, and motivated individual to join a well-established municipality as a Public Works Construction Inspector. The individual will perform quality assurance inspections on typical City capital construction projects. These projects include but are not limited to roadway rehabilitation, water, storm and sewer lines replacement, water stations and plants, wastewater and solid waste processing, parks, traffic systems and building upgrades and rehabilitation.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for excellence, a commitment to serving the community and have outstanding interpersonal skills. Other skills the City is looking for include strong leadership; ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships; and the ability to collaborate with a wide variety of stakeholders.

All of this, plus a generous benefits package and a competitive salary make the City of Sunnyvale a great place to work. 

A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The final filing date is December 2, 2019 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov.

$39.26 - $50.11 Hourly

Salary: $81,662.26 - $104,224.43 Annually

The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) Senior Budget Analyst position in the Budget and Financial Management Division. This position reports to the Division Manager and will work closely with the City Manager’s Budget Office.   

The Senior Budget Analyst will be responsible for leading the team during the annual budget process by developing budgets, monitoring, and analyzing program expenditures, and providing additional analysis of activity data. This position places a strong emphasis on efficiency, initiative, and requires solid analytical skills (gathering, analyzing, and evaluating data). This position will supply information that will be used in collaboration with other City departments.

Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• • Prepares and monitors the department or division budget; prepares revenue estimates and forecasts; establishes fees and charges; prepares and monitors operating and capital budgets, grants, contracts, and other financial transactions.
  • Uses automated data processing applications, including spreadsheets and databases, to analyze and present information; uses word processing software to review, revise and format documents for department needs and record keeping; uses e-mail system, calendaring and scheduling with effective, clear, and concise written communication.
  • Prepares and presents administrative data to executive staff in preparation for various audiences (i.e., City Council, Community Advisory Committee, and various regulatory agencies).
  •  Assist with development of Council memos related to budget and ensure accuracy and accountability in financial areas such as purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payment processing.

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.

Salary Information

The current salary range for Senior Analyst is: $88,088.00 - $107,328.00

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.

 Competencies:

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

• • Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
  • Fiscal Management – Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements.
  • Problem Solving – Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. 
  • Leadership - Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational support and direction. 
  • Analytical Thinking – Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. 
  • Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills – Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. 
  • Planning - Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives. 
  • Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.

Supervising Accountant

The Supervising Accountant in the Specialized Accounting section of the Accounting Division, under general supervision of the Principal Accountant, is responsible for professional accounting work of considerable difficulty which include: performing detailed analytical reviews of financial statements for the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency (SARA) and City-owned facilities; grant accounting; preparing and/or reviewing portions of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR); and providing supervision over other professional Accountants in the Accounting Division. Salary range: $97,302-118,206.40

Senior Accountant

Under general supervision of the Supervising Accountant, the Senior Accountant is responsible for professional accounting work of considerable difficulty which include: performing detailed analytical reviews of the financial statements, recording and reconciling financial and operational activities of the City’s deferred compensation programs and the Convention Center, preparing or reviewing portions of the City’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), and providing supervision over other professional Accountants in the Accounting Division. Salary range: $88,088. -107,328.00

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

This is a Cascade Opportunity, as the Finance Department currently has various vacancies throughout the Accounting Division.  In anticipation of potential promotional opportunities, the Finance Department is conducting a cascade recruitment.  If the recruitment of the Supervising Accountant or subsequent position(s) result in an internal vacancy, this recruitment will be used to fill the various vacancies (see positions above). If you are interested in employment any of the positions, you should apply to ensure you are considered.  

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Information regarding the California Equal Pay Act can be found by clicking this link.

Supervising Accountant and Senior Accountant classifications are represented by City Association of Management Personnel (CAMP).

Please click the links below for complete details regarding this opportunity.

The City of Lincoln is hiring for the position of Accountant I/II within the Finance and Administrative Services Department, with a tentative start date no sooner than January 6, 2020.  We are accepting applications until 5:00 PM on November 20, 2019; or we receive 100 applicants, whichever occurs first. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.  The monthly salary range is:

• Accountant I:  $ 4,188.95 to $ 5,633.68
• Accountant II: $ 4,618.32 to $ 6,211.10

Under general supervision, learns to perform professional and para-professional level accounting duties assigned to classes within the Accountant series, including maintaining, developing and analyzing fiscal statements and records; prepares financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting standards; performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Accountant I is the entry-level in the professional accounting series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents perform the more routine accounting duties while learning City policies and procedures. As experience is gained, there is more diversity in assignments and greater independence of action within established guidelines. This classification is alternatively staffed with Accountant II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class.

The Accountant II is the journey level class in which incumbents are expected to perform the full scope of professional accounting duties with minimum supervision. Successful performance requires a thorough knowledge of governmental accounting procedures and the ability to exercise sound independent judgment. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Accountant in that the latter is responsible for the more complex and difficult duties within the department and exercises supervisory responsibilities within the Accountant classification.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

The Accountant I receives immediate supervision from the Accounting Manager, or designee, as assigned by Accounting Manager, depending upon area of assignment.  The Accountant II receives general supervision from the Accounting Manager, or designee, as assigned by Accounting Manager, depending upon area of assignment. May exercise functional and technical supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Reviews accounting documents to ensure accuracy of information and makes correcting entries as required; examines supporting documentation to establish proper authorization and conformance with agreements, contracts, and federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; maintains daily cash book.
• Assists and leads in the preparation of annual audits; provides documentation to auditors; assists in budget preparation, analysis, development and implementation; participates in debt service administration, including bond amortization schedules and wire transfers.
• Participates in the operation of automated financial management systems; identifies, develops, and implements new applications as needed; reconciles postings from accounts payable, cash receipts and accounts receivable to the general ledger; prepares journal entries; prepares a variety of financial and statistical reports, including month-end, quarterly, and year-end reporting.
• Compiles and prepares financial statements, general and subsidiary ledgers, supporting schedules, and other financial and statistical reports; prepares work papers, financial statements and various reports for federal and state agencies as well as for internal accounting; prepares month-end and yearend reports; performs grant accounting and prepares and submits required annual financial reports; maintains complete accounting records on federal, state and other funding sources.
• Participates in the posting, balancing and reconciliation of general, grant and subsidiary accounts; maintains expenditure and budgetary control accounts; prepares cash ledgers and supporting schedules; researches and analyzes transactions to determine available funds and resolve budget problems; may direct the work of assigned financial support staff on a project by project basis.
• Maintains and updates asset records; calculates and records capitalization of expenditures and deletion of fixed assets for appropriate funds; calculates depreciation expense; performs cost and rate studies and analyzes cost factors; administers the CalCard system and trains employees on use.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management, staff and the public.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing statistical reports and data using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near vision in reading correspondence, statistical data and using a computer. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS

The following are a representative sample of the KAS’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position:

Knowledge of: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Basic principles of Accounting as applied to Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB); principles and practices of municipal government accounting, auditing and budgeting; principles and practices of automated financial systems; basic billing and collection procedures; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices and equipment; modern office practices, methods and equipment, including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to: Examine and verify financial documents, reports and transactions; prepare a variety of budgets, financial statements, reports and analyses; analyze, post, balance and reconcile financial data, ledgers and accounts, ensure proper authorization and documentation for disbursements and other transactions; direct and review the work of assigned financial support staff; read, interpret and record data accurately, organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; train individuals or groups on financial topics; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Skill to: Operate standard office equipment including a computer and variety of word processing and software applications, including financial and accounting programs.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The process may include an in-basket exercise, individual interviews, panel interviews and/or other related components.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the process. The candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a background check including reference checks, fingerprint check, medical/drug-test evaluation and/or other related components.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please advise HR of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling (916) 434-3229. The City of Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking to fill the position of Accountant - Grant Funded with the NOVA Workforce Services Department. Hosted by the City of Sunnyvale, NOVA provides grant-funded workforce development services to job seekers and businesses in northern Santa Clara County and in San Mateo County.

The Accountant – Grant Funded position works under direction of an assigned supervisor or manager, this position prepares, monitors, audits and analyzes all accounting and financial transactions, budgets, revenue, expenditures and fund balances for the NOVA Workforce Services Department. In addition, this position is responsible for preparing clear, concise and accurate financial reports, month-end and year-end closings and claims for payment required for State, Federal and private sector funding. 

Requires:  The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting or a related field, and One year of professional accounting experience.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The position opens Tuesday, October 29, 2019 and final filing date is Monday, November 25, 2019 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on CITY JOBS.

Salary $39.90 - $50.92 Hourly

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

The City of Dixon is recruiting to fill one full-time, permanent, mid-management position in the Finance Department. This classification is the advanced journey level, mid-management position in the accounting series. It is assigned a variety of broad, complex and sensitive professional level duties. It is distinguished from Accountant and Senior Accountant by the years of experience, complexity of work, and by participation in management and administrative activities of the Finance Department. Incumbents are expected to work with minimal supervision. Work involves supervising, training, assigning and evaluating other professional, technical and clerical positions. Typical duties may include, under general direction from the Finance and Technology Director: posting, balancing and reconciling general ledger and subsidiary accounts; reviewing transactions of various City Departments; preparing a variety of financial reports; assisting in all phases of preparation for the City’s annual audit and budget; grant accounting; supervisory duties of assigned staff; and troubleshooting, resolving discrepancies and procedural problems.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applications are invited from qualified persons who possess the knowledge and abilities to perform the job. A typical way to obtain such knowledge and ability would be:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Finance or a directly related field; plus

Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible accounting experience, preferably in a government setting and some supervisory experience.

Other Requirements: A valid California Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continuous employment.

EXAM PROCESS:  A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience will be invited to participate in a written exam (pass/fail) and candidates who pass the written exam will be invited for an interview. 

Employment Processing: Those selected will be subject to a pre-employment drug test, fingerprinting, and in accordance with Federal law, must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States.

Veteran's Preference Points: Veteran's Preference points will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling (707) 678-7000 or TDD (707) 678-1489. City of Dixon Job Line (707) 678-7005 or TDD (707) 678-1489.

POSITION

To perform complex paraprofessional technical duties and support work involving current and planned development and public works projects and programs.  The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a current vacancy in the Public Works Department, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The City of Woodland is seeking a charismatic and determined individual who is self-directed, creative, demonstrates initiative, possesses excellent people skills and the ability to work independently as well as an effective team member. The Ideal Candidate will have knowledge and experience managing Public Works procurements and contracts related to fleet and facilities, electrical, water production and distribution, storm water, sewer collection and treatment, signs and markings and streets. The Ideal Candidate will have knowledge and experience preparing and processing contract documents, payments, reviewing of plans, maps, specifications, cost estimates and other work to ensure compliance with laws, codes, standards and engineering practice.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This is the journey-level class in this paraprofessional engineering series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Senior Engineering Assistant level by the performance of less than the full range of highly responsible duties than those assigned to the senior-level class within this series. General supervision is typically provided by higher-level, professional staff as designated by the department Director.

Supervises, coordinates and/or performs paraprofessional engineering work in the design and construction of street improvements, sidewalks, water and sewage facilities, storm drainage structures, and other public work. Reviews plans, maps, specifications, cost estimates, and other work to ensure the proper inclusion of necessary public works and to verify accuracy, presentation, and conformance with established City standards and engineering practice. Check legal maps, parcel maps, tract maps, lot line adjustments, and easement deeds for accuracy, completion, and legal conformance; determine and collect fees and bonds as required by conditions of approval; prepare legal descriptions for public rights of way, easements, dedications, annexations and re-zonings. Confers with engineers, contractors and developers in relation to public works projects and subdivision plans and recommends changes or modifications as necessary. Conducts or assists in the preliminary study of engineering projects and prepares and/or supports the preparation of plans for public streets, water, sewer and storm improvements and other public projects. Prepares reports and applications for State and Federal funding. Prepares plans and legal descriptions for right-of-way acquisition. Performs field inspections of public infrastructure construction (grading, street improvements, water, sewer and storm drain) for private development and C.I.P. to ensure the public works are in conformance with City policies and standards and City approved plans and specifications; may perform or oversee materials testing, survey work and calculations. Regular and consistent attendance.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Ensures proper, timely inspection and completion of assigned construction projects; identifies potential construction scheduling problems; inspects projects to verify contractor performance and to support contractor payment estimates; enforce construction safety procedures; investigate complaints related to public works projects. Prepares preliminary drawings for public works projects, tabulates field data, design improvement plans, specifications, contracts, and other documents; updates various City maps. Maintains files and performs record-keeping concerning parcel maps and private improvements or construction records. Prepares written staff reports for departmental use and/or presents them to the City Council and City Commissions. Provides technical information, assistance and support to personnel in other departments and to the public. Responds and works to resolve internal and external customer complaints, questions and concerns. Assists in preparation of long-range capital improvement programs and budgets. Makes calculations for surveying and other construction work. Supervises, trains and evaluates assigned staff. Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: 

High School diploma supplemented with additional college level coursework in civil engineering, construction technology, land development, project management or a closely related field from an accredited college.  Associate’s Degree in a related filed is highly desirable.

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to those of a City of Woodland Engineering Technician III.

License or Certificate:

Required upon hire, possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License.  Specialty certificate from an accredited college or university in an area related to water, sewer, or storm utility infrastructure program management, capital project design or construction management, traffic and transportation engineering, or development services is desirable.

APPLICATION

Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.org/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695 by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, November 18, 2019.  Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by final filing date to be considered.  Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form.  Postmarks will not be accepted. 

Review Process:  Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination.  All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof.  Applicants will be required to take and pass a medical examination by a City of Woodland physician to insure their physical suitability to perform the assigned duties.  If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.

Panel interviews tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, December 4, 2019.

BENEFITS

Current Salary:                    
$5,411.32 - $6,906.36 per month

Retirement:                          
CalPERS Retirement System (2% @ 60 Formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2% @ 62 Formula for new CalPERS members).  The City does not participate in social security

Deferred Compensation:                   
Choice of deferred compensation plans (Traditional and Roth)

Medical:                                
CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs & PPOs.  City gives an allowance toward the cost of health insurance.  Maximum Family Allowance for 2019 is $2,027.13 per month.  Maximum Family Allowance for 2020 is $2,128.49 per month

Dental / Vision:                    
City paid Delta Dental and Medical Eye Services

STD / LTD:                           
City paid wage protection for short and long term disabilities

Life Insurance:                    
City provides $50,000 life insurance policy

Supplemental Benefits:     
Voluntary Supplemental Life, Cancer, Accident Only and Critical Illness insurances, and Flexible Spending Accounts available

Vacation:                              
6.7 hours per month during first 3 years of service

Sick Leave:                          
8 hours per month

Holidays:                              
12.5 paid holidays (including two floating holidays)

Bilingual Pay:                      
$200 per month for employees upon certification

Professional Growth Incentive:      
$625 per fiscal year for additional education or professional activities

The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer