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The City of Sunnyvale is searching for a Budget Manager in the Department of Finance. The Budget Manager is a division-level manager responsible for developing, administering, and overseeing the City's sophisticated Operating and Capital Budgets and Twenty-Year Financial Plans. This position participates in the development of the City's financial systems, conducts and presents complex financial information and analysis to executive management and others to assist in policy decision making. This classification receives administrative direction from the Director of Finance or Assistant Director of Finance and exercises direct supervision over management, professional, technical and clerical staff in the Budget Division.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package, including 4% City-paid Employee PERS contribution and the 2% at 60 retirement plans for Classic employees. A complete application packet consists of a city employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The recruitment closes on Tuesday, September 24 at 5:00pm.  For complete information regarding this opportunity and to apply, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov, click on City Jobs.

Salary: $162,097 - $202,621 Annually

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in economics, accounting, finance, business or public administration or a closely related field, AND

Five years of increasingly responsible management and/or administrative analytical work experience which includes a minimum of three years of budget experience.

The City of Rancho Cordova is seeking a Professional Engineer/Traffic Engineer with demonstrated experience in traffic operations, impact analysis & studies, smart technology implementation, neighborhood traffic management programs, and public/private infrastructure projects. 

Through leadership, strong communication skills and innovative forward-thinking, the successful candidate will work closely with staff, consultants, and regional partners like Caltrans and SACOG to develop intelligent transportation systems, integrated multi-modal networks and implement smart city technologies.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, love what they do, are motivated at the opportunity to make a difference in our community, and passionate in sharing their knowledge with their colleagues.

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The Engineering Group Manager – Facilities will oversee a diverse and talented team responsible for managing the planning, design, and construction of capital projects at the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA). This individual will lead the delivery of high-impact projects ranging from transit infrastructure upgrades to the improvement and rehabilitation of maintenance yards and other critical facilities. The role includes overseeing staff, consultants, and stakeholders in the successful execution of these projects, while also ensuring compliance with VTA’s overall objectives and community needs.

SENIOR ENGINEER

Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity

The City of Sunnyvale is positioning itself to be a leader in environmental sustainability through it’s Climate Action Playbook and is looking to hire a Senior Engineer to be a part of the team. As a Senior Engineer, you will help us plan, design, and build infrastructure to support the goals and objectives to create a more sustainable, healthy, and livable Sunnyvale. This is an excellent opportunity for forward-thinking, project management engineers to apply and be a part of creating the future.
 
Ideal candidates will have both strong project/program management skills and the ability to effectively and efficiently communicate and build relationships.
 
The current open position is in the Department of Public Works working for both the Engineering Division and Traffic and Transportation Division. Senior Engineers are working managers. The position primarily works on capital projects and developing transportation policies related to the Climate Action Playbook, but may occasionally support land development engineering efforts for planning purposes.
 
 The City of Sunnyvale offers:

• City paid 2% contribution to a deferred compensation plan
• Classic CalPERS members have 4% of the employee contributions paid by the City, leaving only 3% for the employee to contribute.
• Comprehensive City paid family medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Excellent Retiree Medical Benefits

The eligibility list created from this recruitment may be used for future Senior Engineer vacancies within the City of Sunnyvale. 

Under general direction of the Assistant City Engineer, Principal Transportation Engineer, Transportation and Traffic Manager or Assistant Public Works Director/City Engineer, plans, organizes and directs  professional and technical engineering work in support of Capital Improvement Projects; performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility; and performs related work as required.

Click here for the full Senior Engineer job description.

Under direction, provides lead direction to the staff engaged in the full range of assigned duties related to the City’s water distribution and treatment systems, and the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant Facility.

The Senior Utility Worker is the advanced journey-level classification in the Utility Worker series. Incumbents perform skilled duties in the operations and maintenance of the water distribution and treatment system, and plant operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant and provide lead direction and training to assigned crews.

Receives direction from the Utilities Superintendent and/or higher-level staff. Exercises technical and functional supervision over lower-level utilities staff.

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The Controller's Office is currently seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Payroll Personnel Coordinator IV - Confidential.

The mission of the Controller's Office is to promote the County's operational effectiveness and ensure its financial transparency and integrity by providing quality accounting, audit, and financial reporting services.

The Controller's Office maintains the County’s financial systems and records, and prepares independently audited, award-winning annual financial reports that disclose the financial condition of the County to the public. We are staffed with 51 full-time accounting, audit, and information systems professionals. The office also calculates annual property tax bill amounts, distribute taxes collected to local government agencies, performs internal audits of County’s operations, and provides payroll services for the County's workforce.

Under general supervision, provides technical and specialized payroll and/or personnel-related support to a large and complex County department and/or division(s) or perform payroll and/or personnel-related functions at a Countywide level with responsibilities for reviewing, correcting and instructing the work of other Coordinators; coordinate human resources, payroll and/or timekeeping processes; maintain personnel-related records; provide information to management and employees regarding payroll and personnel-related matters; and perform related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Payroll/Personnel Coordinator IV is the lead or specialist level class in the Payroll/Personnel Coordinator series. This level is distinguished from the Payroll/Personnel Coordinator III in that the former is assigned to larger County departments with 24/7 operations, various locations, programs, and shifts or in central Human Resources or Controller's Office. At this level, work requires the analysis of unusual circumstances, understanding and proper application of complex and multiple labor contract provisions and assessing a variety of approaches to finding solutions. Actions to be taken or responses to be made differ in such things as the source of information, the kind of transaction or scenario, the type of employee and his/her eligibility for labor contract provisions. Positions at central HR and Controller's Office provide lead, guidance, and instructions to other departmental Coordinators.

In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience in Human Recourses and the Payroll System (Workday) and timekeeping system (Infor Workforce Management aka ATKS).

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is three years of journey level general or fiscal office support experience which has included payroll or personnel assistance OR four years of general clerical or office assistant experience.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: Week of September 30 - October 4, 2024

Civil Service Panel Interview: October 10 and/or 11, 2024

The Town of Colma is accepting applications for the position of Accounting Manager. 

Do you have experience overseeing daily financial and accounting activities? If so, this amazing opportunity is for you! 

The Town of Colma, known worldwide as the "City Of Souls," is the smallest city in San Mateo County with over 1,509 residents and 1.5 million "souls." However, Colma is more than just cemeteries. Colma's commercial buildings make a distinct architectural statement resulting from design standards that encourage Spanish-Mediterranean motifs. The small-town approach to modern, municipal government reflects a commitment to both a healthy business climate and a harmonious relationship with residents. 

THE POSITION

The current full-time opening is a professional level position requiring expertise in administrative, supervisory, and accounting functions and is under the direction of the Administrative Services Director.  The Accounting Manager oversees daily financial and accounting activities, supervises accounting staff; performs difficult and complex statistical analyses; assists with annual budget preparation; manages the annual financial audit; develops and distributes internal financial reports; plans and executes all risk management functions; and performs advanced professional, analytical, and administrative work. 

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, organize and direct Finance division activities including overseeing accounts payable, payroll, accounts receivable, and cash receipt activities
• Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the financial division work plan; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures
• Establish and maintain journals, ledgers and supporting financial records; supervise the maintenance of the General Ledger; supervise the recording of all revenue, encumbrances, and disbursements
• Develop and administer accounting and budget control systems as necessary to comply with accounting procedures, laws, ordinance, and other regulations
• Prepare the Financial division budget; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; administer the approved budget
• Participate in recommending the appointment of, training, motivating, and evaluating personnel; participate in establishing and monitoring employee performance objectives; prepare and present employee performance reviews
• Assist in coordinating and monitoring the Town's Capital Improvement Program including controlling project expenditures, establishing new projects, and closing completed projects; research and recommend new financing methods; prepare project reports as needed
• Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence
• Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure accounting standards are met; develop and implement policies and procedures relating to accounting activities
• Conduct and coordinate the Town’s annual audit and serve as the liaison between the Town and its external auditors. Ensure the completion of annual State Controller’s Office Reports and other compliance reports as required
• Oversee the maintenance of the Town’s financial software system and ensures that system upgrades occur in a timely manner and communicates changes/impacts to system users
• Manage the month-end and year-end close process and prepares related reports
• Provide financial information to Town officials, staff, vendors, and the general public
• Perform financial studies and analytical and statistical reports as assigned
• Report for work at any time in event of disaster or other emergency situation
• Attend seminars and workshops related to duties and responsibilities
• May serve in a temporary appointment as the acting department head in the absence of the Administrative Services Director
• Represent the Town with dignity, integrity, and the spirit of cooperation in all relations with staff and the public
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other Town employees and the public using principles of good customer service
• Coordinates the Town’s risk management and safety programs to ensure compliance with all State and Federal legal requirements
• Provides risk management review and guidance to management, supervisor, and staff regarding existing or proposed Town activities, programs, and projects to enhance safety and identify and reduce associated risks
• Serves as the Town’s representative to Risk JPA and Board of Directors
• Perform related duties as assigned

Please refer to job description for additional details. The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

One (1) Position Available

The Organization

The Public Works, Transportation Engineering Division plans and operates a multi-modal transportation system with safe and convenient choices for walking, bicycling, driving and using transit, through local actions, and in coordination with regional and state transportation agencies. Our work is guided by a City adopted Mobility Action Plan, Vision Zero Action Plan and in Coordination with the City's Mobility Commission. 

The City is currently developing its first Active Transportation Plan (ATP), which updates and consolidates its previous Bicycle Master Plan and Pedestrian Master Plan and provides guidance for its active transportation programs for the next five years.

The Position

The Senior Transportation Engineer plays a key role in implementing Fremont's General Plan vision to be "a national model of how an auto-oriented suburb can evolve into a sustainable, strategically urban, modern city." Specific City goals and current projects include implementing the "Vision Zero" traffic safety improvement program, transforming Fremont's transportation corridors into "complete streets" that are safe, comfortable, and convenient for all travel modes and users of "All Ages and Abilities", reducing the number of vehicle miles traveled, expanding available transit services, modernizing the City's traffic signal system, upgrading State Highway corridors, and supporting new innovations in transportation technology.

In 2019, the City completed a Mobility Action Plan and formed a Mobility Commission to assist with plan implementation. Interested applicants are encouraged to read the Mobility Action Plan as well as the Mobility Chapter of Fremont’s General Plan available for viewing on the City’s website www.Fremont.gov. The City is currently developing its first Active Transportation Plan (ATP), which updates and consolidates its previous Bicycle Master Plan and Pedestrian Master Plan and provides guidance for its active transportation programs for the next five years.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate will typically possess the following:

• Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Experience: Five years of professional Transportation engineering experience at the fully qualified working level.
• Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements:
  • Possession of valid registration as a traffic engineer or civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required. Dual registration is highly desirable.
  • This classification requires the ability to travel independently within and outside the City limits. Positions in this classification require possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License by the time of appointment. Failure to possess or maintain the valid required license shall result in discipline up to and including termination of employment.

Application & Selection Process

How to Apply (this position will remain open until filled): Candidates may apply for this position by submitting a completed City application, cover letter, resume and supplemental questionnaire through the online application system (Government Jobs) at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fremontca

The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history and 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 participate in the process.

Come Join the Finance Department at the City of Pacifica where everyone counts!

Under general direction, the Senior Accountant performs and supervises professional accounting and auditing work of staff responsible for providing financial accounting and record-keeping in connection with general ledger, budget preparation, and budgetary control, purchasing activities, payroll; and performs a variety of professional accounting tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

The Organization

The City of Pacifica is a General Law City incorporated in 1957 and operates under the Council/Manager form of government. Legislative authority is vested in a five-member City Council elected by district for four-year overlapping terms. The Mayor is selected each year by a majority vote of the other Council members. The Council appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, and members of advisory commissions and committees. 

Pacifica is a full-service city (approximately 200.75 FTE) with a proposed FY2024-25 general fund budget of $48.1 million. The City delivers municipal services through seven departments:  the City Manager's office (including the City Clerk, Economic Development, and City Attorney), Administrative Services (Finance, Human Resources and IT Divisions); Parks, Beaches, and Recreation; Community Development; Public Works (Field Services & Engineering and Wastewater); Police, and Fire (via North County Fire Authority). Employees are represented by eight bargaining units. The City Administration is in a newly renovated City Hall just two blocks from the Pacific Ocean. This prime location opens up various opportunities for recreational activities during a lunch break, such as a strong along Beach Boulevard or a relaxing picnic by the waterfront, where you can clear your mind with the soothing view of the waves. 

During the Spring of 2023, the City Council undertook a comprehensive strategic planning process, which resulted in the Pacifica Strategic Plan 2023-2030 establishing strategies to achieve the following five overarching goals during the seven-year period.

• Enhance organizational and fiscal stability
• Improve and steward City infrastructure, streets, ad facilities.
• Prioritize protection and development of affordable housing.
• Pursue climate change adaptation and mitigation.
• Broaden public communications and collaboration.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Finance and Administrative Services Department provides high-quality support services to all City departments and the community, including Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Risk Management functions, and ensures compliance with City policies and procedures. The Department is responsible for all financial operations, properly recording financial transactions, providing reliable technology resources, implementing best practices in employee relations, providing outstanding customer service, and promoting a positive work environment for a talented workforce. Department staff prepare the annual operating and capital budgets, coordinate the external audit process, etc. The ideal candidate will be contributing and joining a team of five team members. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Direction is provided by the Deputy Finance Director. Responsibilities may include direct and indirect supervision of technical and clerical personnel.

ESSENTIAL AND IMPORTANT DUTIES

AN EMPLOYEE IN THIS POSITION MAY BE CALLED UPON TO DO ANY OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Supervises and/or participates in various financial and accounting activities within the Finance Department, including posting, balancing, and reconciliation of General Ledger and subsidiary accounts and City bank accounts.
• Performs complex and difficult accounting work, including the related monitoring of personal deadlines and the deadlines of others to ensure adherence to quality and timely work products.
• Performs as a project manager for complex financial systems implementation and serves as a liaison to Finance staff and other departments in the implementation of all financial modules for the Financial Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Participates in fiscal and accounting work in connection with budget preparation, purchasing activities, and payroll analysis.
• Processing and pre-auditing accounting documents and transactions in conformance with established procedures and controls.
• Prepares work papers, financial statements and various reports for internal accounting and for Federal, State and other outside agencies.
• Reviews, reconciles and audits accounting records of receipts, disbursements and encumbrances to ensure fiscal accuracy and control.
• Delegates, plans, directs, and assigns accounting work to lower-level staff. May be required to train, coach, monitor and evaluate staff performance.
• Assists with fiscal year-end closing, prepares bank reconciliation, and prepares quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Makes journal entries and keeps balance sheets on all transactions to ensure the maintenance of accurate accounting records.
• Monitors and reports on the status of State and Federal grants; reviews and audits grant contracts, amendments and other documents to ensure grant compliance.
• Performs fixed assets accounting, monitors and maintains accurate and up-to-date records on City's fixed assets.
• Prepares investment activity summary and quarterly treasurer’s reports.
• Analyzes, recommends improvements, develops, and implements fiscal policies, procedures, and internal controls and re-aligns business practices with technology.
• Maintains and researches current knowledge of applicable ordinances, rules, regulations, and policies. Clearly presents and interprets reports to financial and non-financial managers, co-workers, and clients.
• Assists in coordinating, designing, developing and maintaining data extracts, reports and interfaces.
• Maintains effective working relationships with all levels of staff and the public.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

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

Education and Training:

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

Experience:

Four (4) years of recent, progressively responsible experience in the field of professional accounting and auditing. Supervisory experience is desirable.

Experience in a public agency or governmental accounting experience is highly desirable.

Certification:

Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Knowledge of:

• Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and basic principles, practices, and procedures of Accounting as applied to Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB).
• Principles, practices, methods, procedures, and techniques used in governmental accounting, financial administration, and budgeting.
• Application of data processing to accounting and financial management. Budget preparation and administration, auditing, preparation of financial statements, basic billing and collection procedures, grant and fund accounting, and record-keeping.
• Modern office practices, procedures, methods, and equipment, including computer systems and applicable software.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Federal and State grant regulations and guidelines.

Skills:

• Operate standard office equipment, including a computer and a variety of word processing and software applications, including financial and accounting programs.
• Prepare, examine and verify financial documents, reports, and transactions
• Prepare a variety of financial statements, reports and analyses.

Abilities:

• Plan, assign, supervise and coordinate the work of accounting staff.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Read, interpret and record data accurately
• Analyze complex issues and prepare clear and comprehensive financial reports and statements.
• Interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Communicate clearly both orally and in writing and follow written and oral directions
• Work independently and as part of a team, making sound decisions within established guidelines.

Physical Demands:

The ability to maintain effective audio / visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of duties.

SENIOR ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN:

The Community: 

The Town of Hillsborough (pop. 11,574) is a residential community located in San Mateo County, midway between San Francisco and San Jose.  

Incorporated in 1910, the Town provides a full range of essential municipal services including police and fire protection, land use planning, building permitting and inspection, maintenance of roads, and water, sewer, and storm drainage infrastructures. The Town operates with a Council-Manager form of government with five elected Council Members. The Town is known for its rural charm and the academic excellence of the public and private schools. The Town has no commercial zoning; the only non-residential properties are the town's four public and three private schools, town facilities, a golf course, a country club, small parks, and open space. With an area of approximately 6.2 square miles, the Town is characterized by its hilly topography, winding roads, beautiful trees, and commitment to architecture. For additional information, please visit the Town’s website. 

The Organization: 

The Town is a general law city operating with a Council-Manager form of government. Policy-making and legislative authority are vested in the governing City Council which consists of a Mayor, a Vice Mayor, and three Councilmembers. Council members are elected to overlapping four-year terms in even-numbered years and the members select the Mayor and Vice Mayor annually. Among other things, the City Council is responsible for passing ordinances, adopting the budget, appointing committee and board members, and hiring the City Manager and the City Attorney (on contract). The City Manager is responsible for carrying out the policies and ordinances of the City Council, overseeing the day-to-day operations, and appointing department heads. The Town’s Fiscal Year 2024-25 Adopted Budget is $75.9 million with a General Fund Reserve of $30.7 million. The Town’s staff of 99 FTEs support the residents through the five departments: City Manager’s Office, Finance, Police, Building & Planning, and Public Works. 

The Department: 

The Finance Department is responsible for the overall financial management of the Town. The Department’s core mission is to maintain a sound and secure financial position by providing administrative and technical support to the Town’s management, City Council, staff, and the public. The Finance Department provides support services to the Town departments and citizens.  Support services include budgeting, accounting and financial reporting, treasury, and revenue management, purchasing and accounts payable, payroll, debt management, financial analysis, and other administrative functions.  Services provided to customers include water, sewer and storm drain utility billing and customer support, alarm billing, business licensing, Town main phone line reception and other services.