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Date Posted:           September 19, 2019

Classification:          FINANCIAL ANALYST
                                  Open and Promotional recruitment

Work Schedule:       8 hours per day (08:00AM – 5:00PM);
                                   5 days per week (Monday – Friday);
                                 12 months per year
 

Salary Range:          Step A            Step B            Step C            Step D            Step E
(monthly)               starting            6 mos          18 mos           30 mos          42 mos
                                 $7,187            $7,547           $7,924            $8,320           $8,735

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,025.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:     Business Services Division;
                                   District Business Services Department;
                                   101 Twin Dolphin Drive; Redwood City, CA  94065

Application Deadline:          Friday, October 4, 2019     (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 5:00PM)

Job Summary:  Under the direction of the Administrator, District Business Services, perform a variety of professional accounting duties involved in establishing, analyzing, auditing, reconciling and maintaining manual and automated financial records; review, audit, analyze, reconcile and adjust designated budgets, funds and accounts; process, audit and assure accuracy of related transactions; prepare and audit a variety of financial, statistical and budgetary reports and statements.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Perform a variety of professional accounting activities in support of assigned County Office programs and accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, grants, special projects and payroll; research and resolve financial issues and problems
• Review, process and audit financial transactions and related documents and reports such as purchase orders, contracts and invoices; verify proper coding, calculations and transaction details; assure designated County Office transactions comply with established standards and requirements
• Calculate budgetary data for various grants as assigned; monitor budgets and expenditures to assure compliance with established limitations; prepare and process cash reimbursements and grant apportionments as required
• Perform a variety of professional accounting duties involved in establishing, analyzing, auditing, reconciling and maintaining manual and automated financial records; assure financial activity, transactions and reports related to assigned accounts comply with applicable standards, requirements, laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Prepare and maintain a variety of financial and statistical reports, statements and records related to income, expenditures, accounts, funds, budgets and assigned accounting functions; review, audit and analyze financial statements, records and reports to assure accuracy, completeness and compliance with established guidelines, procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles 
• Review, audit, analyze, reconcile and adjust assigned accounts; calculate, post, audit, code and adjust journal entries; update accounts to reflect income, expenditures, transfers and other transactions; balance accounts, audit for errors and make appropriate corrections and adjustments
• Compare and reconcile ledgers, statements, records, documents, transactions and reports to identify errors and discrepancies; review, process, audit and assure accuracy of a variety of transactions and related documents; approve transactions as appropriate; initiate and process account and budget transfers as needed
• Input a wide variety of financial and statistical data into an assigned computer system; establish and maintain automated records and files; initiate queries, manipulate data, develop spreadsheets and generate a variety of computerized reports and documents; assure accuracy of input and output data
• Collect, research, review, compile, prepare, calculate, analyze and revise financial and statistical data related to assigned accounts, budgets and activities; identify, research, investigate and resolve financial issues, errors and discrepancies; calculate and review revenue limits as required
• Provide consultation to administrators and personnel concerning assigned accounting functions; respond to inquiries and provide detailed and technical information concerning related accounts, budgets, standards, practices, transactions, records, reports, requirements, laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Prepare, review, evaluate and distribute various financial documents, forms, applications and correspondence as assigned; assure mandated reports, records and data are completed and submitted to appropriate agency or personnel according to established time lines
• Train and provide work direction and guidance to designated employees as assigned; assign employee duties and review work for accuracy, completeness and compliance with established standards, practices and procedures
• Communicate with administrators, personnel and various outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities and programs and resolve issues or concerns
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a calculator, copier, fax machine, computer and assigned software
• Assist in the preparation, development and revision of designated budgets as assigned; forecast revenue and expenditures; analyze budgetary data and provide input to administrators concerning budgetary allocations, limits and expenditures
• Attend and participate in various meetings and workshops as assigned

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

EXPERIENCE:  Three (3) years professional accounting experience performing varied financial analysis, auditing, record-keeping and report preparation duties

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Knowledge of methods, procedures and terminology used in professional accounting/auditing work
• Ability to calculate, post, audit and adjust journal entries including income and expenditures
• Ability to reconcile various fiscal documents and transactions to assure accurate fund accounting
• Ability to process, audit and assure accuracy of a variety of transactions
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Ability to identify, research, investigate and resolve financial issues, errors and discrepancies
• Knowledge of preparation of financial statements and comprehensive accounting reports
• Ability to prepare and analyze comprehensive financial statements and accounting reports
• Knowledge of analysis of complex financial statements and reports
• Ability to review, audit, analyze, reconcile and adjust designated budgets, funds and accounts
• Knowledge of financial and statistical record-keeping techniques
• Knowledge of preparation, review and control of assigned accounts
• Knowledge of general accounting, budget and business functions of a County Office
• Knowledge of budgeting practices regarding monitoring and control
• Ability to perform a variety of professional accounting duties in support of budgets, funds & accounts
• Knowledge of financial analysis and projection techniques
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare reports, forecasts and recommendations
• Knowledge of research and statistical evaluation techniques
• Ability to maintain accurate financial and statistical records
• Knowledge of policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Knowledge of record retrieval and storage systems
• Knowledge of operation of a computer and assigned software
• Ability to utilize a computer to input data, maintain records and generate computerized reports
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software
• Ability to compare numbers and detect errors efficiently
• Ability to meet schedules and time lines
• Ability to plan and organize work
• Ability to determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:            

1. A review of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy
2. A written examination (anticipated date- October 14, 2019)
3. An oral board examination (anticipated date- October 23, 2019)

Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations.
Applicants will be notified of screening and examination results by e-mail or letter.
 

NOTE:   Internal (Promotional) candidates must score 80% or higher on each examination in order to be placed on the Promotional List.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

http://www.smcoe.org/employees-and-employment/personnel-commission

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

THE POSITION

To perform challenging and moderately technical paraprofessional accounting, finance, purchasing and bookkeeping duties required in the maintenance of fiscal and statistical records, preparation and maintenance of financial statements and documents; to review, verify, reconcile and record financial transactions which require interpretive ability and technical judgement.  The purpose of this recruitment is to fill two current vacancies, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Ideal Candidate for this position is a detail oriented, self-starter who can work both independently and as a team member to achieve goals.  Strong understanding of accounting, auditing and reconciliation principles and practices is required.  Candidates must be able to maintain accurate records, analyze data and prepare accurate financial and statistical reports.  Communication skills are important, and candidates need to demonstrate the ability to juggle multiple tasks, priorities and assignments while using sound judgement to recommend solutions and resolve problems. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following are typical illustrations of duties encompassed by the job class, not an all-inclusive or limiting list:  Prepare and maintain financial, statistical and accounting records.  Maintain and reconcile subsidiary ledgers in the accounting software; identify, research and correct errors.  Review journal entries, requisitions, purchase orders, credit card purchases and claims for accuracy, completeness, fiscal compliance, and proper account classification.  Monitor contracts, grants and other agreements for fiscal and operating compliance.  Assist with preparation of documentation required for annual audits, financial statements and budget documents.  Gather and analyze data used for preparation of complex budgetary allocation of internal service functions.  Assist with various general accounting functions as needed, including utility billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.  Coordinate accounting activities with City departments/divisions and with outside agencies.  Compile data for external reporting of financial information, including grants or State agencies.  Prepare and assist in presentations to City Council, various Commissions and local interest groups.  Regular, predictable, consistent and timely attendance is an essential function of the position, as employee must be present to work to complete assigned tasks.  Work cooperatively with others, including other City departments/divisions and the public.  Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination equivalent to the experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying.  A typical manner to achieve the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:  Equivalent to a High School diploma, supplemented with additional college level coursework in bookkeeping or accounting.

Experience:  Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience related to the preparation and maintenance of financial and accounting records, general accounting and bookkeeping, which includes experience using automated information systems.

License or Certificate:  Requires possession of a valid California driver's license, upon hire.

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., Friday, October 11, 2019.  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.  If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven days prior to the event.

BENEFITS

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 options)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Holidays:                              
12.5 paid holidays (including two floating holidays)

Sick Leave:                          
8 hours per month

Bilingual Pay:                      
$200 per month upon certification

Professional Growth:          
$625 per fiscal year for 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

 Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, October 2, 2019 OR Upon receipt of the first 200 applications- whichever occurs first.

Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted.

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.

Written Exam: Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Oral Exam: TBA

Veterans Preference Available.

DEFINITION

Account Clerk I: Under supervision, perform clerical work of difficulty in connection with preparing, maintaining or checking financial or statistical records; receive and receipt money; operate office accounting machines; do related work as required.

Account Clerk II: Under general supervision, perform difficult and complex bookkeeping and financial clerical work requiring the application of sound financial record keeping practices; supervise the work of clerical assistants; do related work as required. Positions in this class require frequent use of a high degree of independent judgment and interpretative ability. Duties do not always follow standard routines; the employee recommends changes in methods and procedures when necessary. The class is required to have operating knowledge of financial systems and greater overall experience.

Positions in the Account Clerk II positions are flexibly staffed and normally filled from advancement from the Account Clerk I class, or when filled from the outside, require specific accounting experience. Appointment to this class requires the employee to be performing substantially the full range of account clerk duties and to meet the qualifications for the class. The class requires the ability to work independently exercising judgment and initiative and a greater knowledge of the City’s financial system. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Either manually or through the use of computers, as appropriate, does responsible clerical accounting work in the maintenance of financial records, recording and checking financial transactions, and preparing financial or statistical statements or reports; waits on counter; receives and receipts money; prepares records to open, change, maintains or closes utility accounts; performs routine arithmetical computations; issues business licenses and files various documents; reconciles invoices, requisitions and purchase orders; prepares payment authorizations; assists in preparing payroll, prepares purchase orders, meter books, cash receipts, journals vouchers and other routine data input for computer processing; operates adding machines; does routine typing of documents and precise computer data entry of financial data.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Account Clerk I level: Methods, principles, and terminology used in financial clerical work; and modern office practices. Account Clerk II level: Methods, principles, practices and terminology used in complex financial accounting work; municipal bookkeeping principles; modern office methods and procedures.

Ability to: Perform clerical work of average difficulty; prepare basic financial reports, maintain journals, ledgers and complex files; operate adding and calculating machines;

perform arithmetic computations rapidly and accurately; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Additionally, at the Account Clerk II level.; operate a personal computer, utilizing spreadsheet and word processing software; perform accounting tasks and operate office machines used in accounting or statistical record-keeping work; prepare and analyze financial statements, invoices and reports; make arithmetical calculations readily and accurately; train and supervise the work of a group of clerical assistants; work cooperatively with others; understand and carry out general instructions and work independently.

Experience:

Account Clerk I: One year of clerical experience involving financial record keeping and general office work; six (6) months of experience using computer spreadsheets is desirable.

Account Clerk II: Three years of experience in financial and general record keeping, including six (6) months of personal computer spreadsheet experience. Two years of college (60 semester units or 90 quarter units) can be substituted for one year of required work experience. Three (3) semester units or five (5) quarter units of college level computer course work can be substituted for the spreadsheet experience.

Education:

Account Clerk I: Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Account Clerk II: Graduation from high school or equivalent and six (6) semester units or nine (9) quarter units of college level financial accounting course work. One year of additional experience may be substituted for the required college units.

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Applications are being accepted for the position of Financial Services Manager with the City of South San Francisco

RECRUITMENT DEADLINE: OCTOBER 7, 2019 AT 5:00PM 

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, INCLUDING HEALTH AND DENTAL INSURANCE FOR FAMILIES, A GENEROUS VACATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CalPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND PARTICIPATION IN SOCIAL SECURITY 

THE CITY

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 65,710 residents that grows to 100,000 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 Finance Department provides critical financial services citywide, setting the fiscal accountability and policy controls over the use of City funds. It leads the fiscal accountability efforts and ensures the responsible and legal use of City funds through thoughtful appropriations and implementation and management of policies and procedures. It is responsible for numerous vital City services, including maintaining the City’s accounting system, managing payroll and purchasing procedures, issuing business licenses, managing parking districts, and collecting occupancy taxes and other City fees. Other services include financial planning and analysis, risk mitigation and strategic consulting.

The City’s total adopted appropriated budget for FY2019-20, excluding transfers between funds, totals $167 million. With a staff of 14.5 FTEs, the Finance Department is a strategic business partner to every other City department, and central to City operations. 

The Department is looking for an experienced Financial Services Manager whose duties may include:

• Leading the annual audit process, ensuring timely issuance of the CAFR;
• Supporting the biennial budget development process;
• Supervising and mentoring accounting, front office, and mail service staff;
• Reviewing the City’s internal controls, ensuring adherence with best practices; and
• Assisting on special projects as directed by the Director of Finance, such as an enterprise resources planning system implementation or bond issuance.

AC Transit is actively searching for qualified candidates for the Senior Financial Analyst position. Under direction of a department manager or Principal Financial Analyst, using considerable journey-level professional level financial analytical skills including the supervision of lower level staff, performs difficult to complex professional level work in a variety of areas such as budget, finance, payroll, and treasury; makes recommendations on the basis of completed studies and analyses; and performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is the journey level of the Financial Analyst classification series. In a staff capacity, analysts in this class perform a variety of difficult financial analytical work in various finance-related management areas. Major duties of positions allocated to this class generally include continuing assignments of a comprehensive and analytical nature in one or more areas of financial management.

REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS:

• Compares and contrasts reported information against the general ledger; audits, analyzes, reconciles accounts related to area of assignment
• Implements necessary adjustments and/or corrections;
• Reviews revenue, expenditure and balance sheet accounts, investigates discrepancies
• Advises appropriate individual of entry errors
• Ensures payroll entries balance to general ledger
• Reviews inventory accounts
• Prepares monthly financial statements related to area of assignment
• Develops projections for future spending
• Assists in preparing written summaries of technical analyses including memos to the General Manager and Board of Directors
• Analyzes general ledger and profit and loss
• Maintains indexes for general ledger and computer accounting record systems
• Resolves problems with reports
• Prepares monthly closing schedules
• Recommends appropriate corrections
• Compiles, analyzes and reports financial data from month-end financial reports
• Audits payroll tax deposits
• Prepares quarterly and annual payroll tax returns, miscellaneous fuel and fuel related tax returns, corresponding journal entries and sales tax returns
• Prepares and monitors department budgets
• Prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations
• Submits justifications for costs
• Prepares comprehensive and complex analytical reports
• Maintains files and records
• Develops financial forecasts and trend analyses
• Develops computerized cost allocation models to identify cost of District bus routes and evaluate financial impacts and designs staffing financial planning models
• Analyzes and verifies monthly financial reports related to area of assignment
• Ensures accurate general ledger reporting and data entry of manually generated journal entries
• Maintains filing systems for reference materials
• Monitors accurate filing of ledgers
• Maintains contact with District personnel as well as Federal, State, and local transit officials
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees and the public using principles of good customer service
• Analyzes budgetary, financial, and statistical data and make recommendations on the basis of conclusions derived from such analyses
• Examines supporting documents/records to establish proper authorization with agreements, contracts, grants, and state and federal regulations
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing
• Prepares computerized reports and spreadsheets
• Supervises assigned lower level clerical employees
• Provides functional direction to lower level financial analysts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a related field.

Experience: Three years progressively responsible professional experience in accounting, finance, budgeting, including three years experience in the development and use of financial or budgeting systems and reports, financial analysis, and other aspects of accounting.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

THIS POSITION IS A UNION POSITION, REPRESENTED BY AFSCME

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/1615170

The Selection Process: The Human Resources department must receive a completed online application by the filling date. If this recruitment is "Continuous," it may be closed at any time without notice. Applications will be screened for job-related qualifications, and those candidates who best meeting the qualifications listed on this Job Announcement will be invited to participate in an examination process that may include written, oral and/or performance segments. Current District employees must have satisfactory attendance and performance records. Finalists will be placed on an Eligibility List. When filling vacancies, the Human Resources Department will refer the top candidates to the hiring department for final screening and recommendation. Per Board Policy, selected candidates may require background checks performed on their criminal and/or financial records.

Benefits: All employees hired on or after January 1, 2016, may be in the District's Tier II pension plan covered by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). As such, he/she may be required to contribute 6% or more of annual income towards the cost of his/hers District pension.

ADA Compliant and Drug-Free Workplace: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you have a need for an accommodation, please call Human Resources at (510) 891-4783.

The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District has established the goal of a 100 percent drug and alcohol-free workplace. Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and those in safety sensitive positions will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing through their period of employment, including random drug and alcohol testing.

AC Transit is currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Payroll Administrator. The Payroll Administrator provides supervision over the operations and services of technical and clerical payroll support staff to ensure timely and accurate payment to the District's employees and retirees; participates in the daily operations and activities of the payroll function in the Finance Department, including all phases of the payroll processing, payroll recordkeeping, and various payroll related reporting activities. This position is distinguished from the Payroll Manager in that the latter has overall management responsibility of the unit, and has the ultimate decision- making authority related to the direction, and operation of the unit, while this position assists in the determination of the direction but is primarily responsible for its implementation and day-to-day supervision of the unit's functions, activities, and staff.

This is a wonderful opportunity for career growth and an opportunity to work at one of largest bus agencies in California. In addition to being a premier public transit agency, AC Transit has excellent benefits that include pension, medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick leave and 457 deferred compensation.

REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the day-to-day payroll operations and activities to assure District employees are paid in an accurate and timely manner; oversees the processing of payroll-related forms and applications; reviews, edits, approves and processes the District's payroll runs; assures payroll activities comply with established laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Participates in the selection, supervision, training, motivation, evaluation and discipline of assigned staff and ensures the development of staff skills and competencies; documents, tracks and schedules the ongoing training of assigned staff to ensure that they are able to maintain proficiency with evolving job requirements; ensures the provision of a high performing team.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for payroll services and programs; identifies resource needs; recommends and implements policies and procedures, develops standard operating procedures for the payroll department; identifies opportunities for improving service delivery; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements after approval.
• Assists and provides input to the Payroll Manager in the development, administration, and oversight of assigned budget.
• Coordinates assigned services, projects, and activities with other departments and outside agencies.
• Participates in completion of third party and payroll general ledger account reconciliations, analyzes transactions, identifies errors, makes necessary corrections and presents data in a user-friendly format.
• Ensures third-party remittance and postings to financial records are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Performs Time and Labor, and Payroll troubleshooting, and support activities, including resolving configuration-related time exceptions; coordinating resolution of audit discrepancies, supporting supervisors and managers in troubleshooting process issues and resolving time exceptions.
• Assists in performing a variety of system set-up, configuration and maintenance activities including performing audits of the payable time and exceptions; maintain and monitor the time and labor system set-up tables and resolve issues.
• Reviews payroll computations to ensure accuracy and compliance with state and federal tax regulations.
• Assists in assembling materials, analyzing, and preparing PBC's ("prepared by client") schedules per auditor request and specifications.
• Creates and provides various queries, necessary for the creation of financial reports on an ad-hoc basis by extracting, compiling, analyzing, and formatting financial data.
• Implementation of new systems or system enhancements, including coordinating with affected departments.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings and committees; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of payroll processing and time reporting, stays abreast of federal, state, and local regulations and related to wage and hour laws to ensure the District's compliance.
• Maintains and audits control logs for check disbursements.
• May act in the role, and assume the responsibilities of the Payroll Manager in his/her absence.
• Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.

Experience: Four (4) years of recent and verifiable professional payroll experience or related field and one (1) year experience in a supervisory/lead capacity.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Physical Requirements: Must maintain the physical condition necessary to perform tasks in an office setting and operate computers, keyboards, and other peripheral equipment.

THIS POSITION IS AN UNREPRESENTED POSITION

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/1615168

The Selection Process: The Human Resources department must receive a completed online application by the filling date. If this recruitment is "Continuous," it may be closed at any time without notice. Applications will be screened for job-related qualifications, and those candidates who best meeting the qualifications listed on this Job Announcement will be invited to participate in an examination process that may include written, oral and/or performance segments. Current District employees must have satisfactory attendance and performance records. Finalists will be placed on an Eligibility List. When filling vacancies, the Human Resources Department will refer the top candidates to the hiring department for final screening and recommendation. Per Board Policy, selected candidates may require background checks performed on their criminal and/or financial records.

Benefits: All employees hired on or after January 1, 2016, may be in the District's Tier II pension plan covered by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). As such, he/she may be required to contribute 6% or more of annual income towards the cost of his/hers District pension.

ADA Compliant and Drug-Free Workplace: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you have a need for an accommodation, please call Human Resources at (510) 891-4783.

The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District has established the goal of a 100 percent drug and alcohol-free workplace. Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and those in safety sensitive positions will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing through their period of employment, including random drug and alcohol testing.

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking to fill the position of Career Advisor 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 Career Advisor supports individuals in all aspects of the job search process including assessing their needs, setting goals, developing a job search plan and strategy and providing encouragement. They also facilitate a variety of job search workshops to prepare customers for employment. 

The ideal candidate will have experience identifying the specific needs of individual job seekers and providing guidance through all stages of the job search process: defining career focus, developing marketing materials, implementing job search strategies, and preparing for interviews. Candidates must be skilled in facilitating one-on-one advising appointments as well as group services. Candidates are expected to have a thorough knowledge of the local labor market.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in someone's career journey by providing support, guidance, and concrete strategies that result in employment for our customers.

The City of Glendora is recruiting for an exciting new position in the Human Resources Division of the Administrative Services Department. This position will provide direct, hands on oversight of the Human Resources team. The ideal candidate has proven labor negotiation skills, has implemented a wide array of policies and can effectively evaluate processes and recommend updating efficiencies. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Human Resources professional to provide guidance and mentorship to an eager and talented team while striving to achieve City goals. If the idea of integrating modern ideas with demonstrated Human Resources practices excites you, we invite your application!

Under general direction, plans, directs, manages, and oversees the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Division including supervision of staff, recruitments, labor relations, employee benefits, policy development and implementation; provides responsible and complex administrative support to the Administrative Services Director; coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; performs related duties as required.

Some of the typical duties of the Assistant Director-Human Resources include but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists the Director in managing the Human Resources Division activities including; labor negotiations; contracts management and negotiations, personnel issues, recruitment and selection processes, training and orientation programs, administration of City’s classification, job evaluation and performance appraisal systems.

• Participates in managing the development and implementation of division goals, objectives and priorities for each assigned service area; recommends and administers policies and procedures; and manages division budget.

• Participates in establishing appropriate service and staffing levels; monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs and implements change, allocates resources accordingly.

• Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates Human Resources personnel; provides or coordinates staff training and development programs; works with employees to correct deficiencies; participates in the implementation of discipline and termination procedures.

• Plans and directs administration of City’s benefits programs; negotiate for contracted benefits including but not limited to; medical, dental, life insurance, LTD and other related coverages.

• Directs the preparation and maintenance of personnel records and reports, appraisal database and employee evaluation programs, oversees administration of personnel rules and any other publications on employee working conditions and benefits.

• Assists in administering employee disciplinary policies and procedures including providing guidance to staff, administering formal procedures and responses to personnel complaints and grievances.

• Assists in monitoring and evaluating legislative, regulatory, and other governing body rulemaking changes that may have an impact on City personnel matters.

• Serves as a Human Resources liaison with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues. Explains Division programs, policies and activities.

• Participates in various task forces and project groups; participates in feasibility studies.

• Provides staff assistance to the Director; prepares and presents agenda reports and other necessary correspondence; conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommends modifications to division programs, policies and procedures as appropriate.

• Represents Human Resources division to other departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; coordinates assigned activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.

• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the Human Resources field; incorporates new developments as appropriate.

• Serves on the management team and/or conducts labor negotiations in the City labor relations process; implements and monitors Memoranda of Understanding; counsels and advises on a range of labor-management problems.  

• Monitors and assists in managing the City’s risk management program as requested by the Director, which includes the City’s Workers’ Compensation program including correspondence with third part administrator, coordination of workplace safety and recommendations of programs.

For a complete job description, applicants may go to the City’s website at cityofglendora.org  or contact the Human Resources Department.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with major work in Public Administration, Business Administration or a closely related field and five years of progressively responsible experience and demonstrated leadership with broad responsibilities for human resources functions including recruitment, training, classification and compensation analysis, labor relations and worker’s compensation.

Knowledge and Skill Levels:

Thorough knowledge of modern principles, practices and procedures of human resources administration, including labor relations, affirmative action, classification and compensation, recruitment, selection, performance evaluation and training; Federal and State laws, regulations and administrative rules as the relate to human resource management, workers' compensation; fiscal planning and budget allocation techniques; claims processing, adjusting and reporting techniques; office management and recordkeeping principles, methods and procedures; statistical, research and survey methods and techniques, principles and practices of supervision, training and budget administration; labor relations laws, practices and procedures; computers and computer applications; report writing methods and techniques.

Selection Process:

All applications will be reviewed and evaluated.  Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%.

CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 27, 2019 at 4:00 PM

INTERVIEWS:  TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 3, 2019

A completed online employment application is required and must be submitted at www.calopps.org. Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed, and hard copy applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application available at CalOpps. Certificates, resumes, and cover letters must be uploaded with your application on the CalOpps website.  The City of Glendora is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  The City does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, marital status, medical condition or disability.  Please notify the Human Resources Department in advance if you require special accommodations to participate in any phase of the selection process.

The City of Campbell announces a work experience employment opportunity in the Finance Department

Position: High School Work Experience, Clerical,  Finance Department

Salary Range: $12.00/hr; 2 days a week minimum

Part-Time, Temporary Non-Benefited position

Schedule: Mondays through Fridays

Approximately 4-10 hours per week

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The Position: The Campbell Finance Department seeks an individual to assist with a variety of daily support tasks and clerical duties within the department under general supervision of department staff.

Responsibilities:

Answers inquiries and provides information to interested parties

Provide a high level of customer service while handling routine inquiries and requests

Operates a variety of office equipment including personal computer

Maintain effective communication and working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Maintain accurate and organized program files and records

Follow City and Department guidelines and policies

Meet the public with courtesy and tact

Support internal mail distribution

Organizing and filing documents

Scanning documents

Assist with office supply inventory

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Must be enrolled in high school grades 11 or 12

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Ability to complete assignments

Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively

Selection Process:

The most qualified applicants as determined by initial screening of applications will be invited to

participate in an interview. Selections will be made from the results of the interview, practical and references. Selection is contingent on a pre-employment fingerprinted background check.

How To Apply:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the positions are filled. Apply online at www.calopps.org OR submit the below materials to kimit@cityofcampbell.com

City of Campbell Employment Application - Available at www.cityofcampbell.com/hr or at Human Resources, 70 N. First Street, Campbell, CA 95008 (City Hall, Upper Level).

The City of Campbell is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Campbell upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER