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San Mateo County Health - San Mateo Medical Center is accepting applications for Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant plans, oversees, coordinates, and monitors a significant accounting functional area; performs complex professional accounting work relative to either centralized and/or departmental County accounting procedures and records; and performs journal entries providing clear, concise, and adequate supporting documentation and calculations that are GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and GASB (Governmental Accounting Standards Board) compliant.

In general, incumbents in this class exercise a high degree of independent judgment on diverse and specialized projects and have significant accountability and ongoing decision making associated with their work. Incumbents may identify and implement full accounting activities; utilize, modify, and develop mathematical models; initiate modifications to fiscal recordkeeping methodologies; make projections of revenues and expenditures, and participate in the budgeting process; and assist in representing their responsible areas in audits.

There is currently one regular, full-time vacancy located at the Disbursement department at the San Mateo Medical Center.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing the accounts payable process and ensuring that vendor invoices are reviewed, approved, and paid accurately and on time. They supervise the AP team, assign tasks, and help resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors or internal departments. The role also includes managing payment schedules, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies and internal controls. In addition, the AP Leader supports month-end closing, reconciles accounts, prepares reports, and helps improve AP processes for better efficiency. The Disbursement department ensures that its financial transactions are conducted in compliance with County established internal controls, governmental regulations, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. The department plays a critical role in supporting decision-making processes by providing financial analysis and insights to San Mateo Medical Center and Health System leadership.

The ideal candidate will:

• Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in accounting, finance, data analytics, statistics, or a closely related field
• Have 3-5 years of journey level accounting experience, preferably in healthcare, hospital or closely related settings
• Have knowledge and understanding of healthcare, hospital non-profit accounting
• Have excellent communication skills and have the ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with staff
• Have the ability to work independently, problem solve, and exercise sound judgment within established guidelines
• Have the ability to solve complex business problems and provide recommendations that enable the organization to make timely and effective operations decisions
• Have strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Have strong skills with Microsoft Excel
• Have knowledge of GAAP

Examples Of Duties

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

• Provide direction, supervision, training, work review and/or evaluation to assigned professional and fiscal support on a project or ongoing basis.
• Provide input into selection decisions and disciplinary matters.
• Prepare and maintain control and subsidiary accounting records involving a variety of transactions and accounts; prepare trial balances and financial reports.
• Coordinate and calculate month-end and year-end closings.
• Prepare journal entries and periodic reconciliations of general ledger, journal, subsidiary accounts and bank statements.
• Compile and prepare financial statements, general and subsidiary ledgers and supporting schedule; maintain expenditure and budgetary control accounts.
• Review, analyze and adjust budgets for County funds.
• Maintain varied departmental cost accounting records, disbursing funds to various accounts and/or billings for reimbursement as required.
• Provide technical support to internal auditors and governmental program auditors.
• Apportion monies, including secured, unsecured, impounded, redeemed and other taxes.
• Review and claim for referral of tax, grant or other monies and prepare claims for reimbursement from various State or funding agencies and/or programs.
• Analyze programs and legislation to determine fiscal and budgetary impact; prepare budgetary appropriation transfers and supplemental budgets.
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures; upon approval, implement new or modified systems and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience and Education:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills is:

• Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration or a closely related field and one year of journey level accounting experience.

NOTE: Successful completion of at least twelve verifiable semester units of college-level accounting coursework is required for Senior Accountant classification.

Knowledge of:

• Basic supervisory principles and practices.
• Principles, practices and terminology of general, fund and governmental accounting.
• Principles and practices of business data processing, particularly as
• Related to the processing of accounting information.
• Principles of public finance.
• Applicable laws regulating public fiscal operations.
• Budgeting principles and terminology.
• Auditing and financial reconciliation principles and methods.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, direct, review, and evaluate the work of assigned support staff.
• Train others in work procedures.
• Review, analyze, post, balance, interpret and reconcile complex financial data and accounts.
• Develop and implement accounting systems and procedures.
• Verify the accuracy of financial data and information.
• Ensure proper authorization and documentation for disbursements.
• Interpret and apply complex financial procedures and legal documents.
• Exercise sound independent judgment within established policy guidelines.
• Prepare and direct the preparation of clear, concise and complete financial reports and statements, audit reports and audit work papers.
• Make accurate mathematical and statistical calculations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations.

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions (weight: pass/fail). Candidates who pass the application screening may be invited to a panel interview (weight:100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

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 https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Filing Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026 by 11:59 p.m. PST
Application Screening: April 1 - April 6, 2026
Civil Service Panel/Departmental Interviews: Week of April 13, 2026

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.

We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

HR Contact: Debbie Kong (0312026) (Senior Accountant-E009)

Definition

Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex technical accounting support duties in the preparation, maintenance, and processing of accounting and financial transactions, including payroll, general accounting, and financial reporting; and performs related duties as assigned.

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Assistant Finance Director.  Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

 

Class Characteristics

This is the advanced-level classification in the Accounting Technician series responsible for performing the most complex work assigned to the series.  Incumbents regularly work on tasks which are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment.  Positions in the classification rely on experience and judgment to perform assigned duties in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.  Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines and methods to complete assignments.  Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements.  This class is distinguished from the Assistant Finance Director in that the latter has full management and supervisory authority in planning, organizing, and directing the full scope of accounting and finance operations within the department.

 

Examples of ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Receives, reviews, verifies, and processes time recording documents to prepare payroll for all Town employees; audits documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with rules and regulations; prepares and balances payroll reports and records.
• Processes, calculates, and maintains records of a variety of personnel transactions and payroll actions; maintains employee records for voluntary and non-voluntary deductions; sets up, analyzes, and maintains pay, deduction, and tax codes; uploads direct deposit file; prepares journal entries of payroll transactions for posting to the general ledger.
• Prepares reports and payments for various payroll tax, financial, and benefits organizations; processes and files quarterly federal and state tax reports. 
• Interprets, applies, explains, and ensures compliance with provisions of collective bargaining contracts and personnel rules as they apply to payroll.
• Reviews, verifies, posts, balances, reconciles, and records a variety of accounting and financial transactions to the general ledger in accordance with established processes and procedures; calculates and makes adjustments; records and submits journal entries for any necessary adjustments; verifies account balances and available funds; coordinates management review and approval of accounting and financial transactions
• Researches and interprets payroll, accounting, and financial information and materials for various reports and year-end auditing, reconciliation, and closing processes; compiles, reconciles, and verifies information and prepares various payroll, accounting, financial, budget, and state and federal mandated reports, schedules, statements, and analyses; generates and distributes routine monthly revenue and expenditure reports.
• Reconciles receipts from cash register report; processes bank deposits; allocates funds to correct accounts; balances and reconciles accounts; and maintains petty cash.
• Prepares, processes, and issues various bills and invoices; sets up customer accounts; sets up and maintains billing codes; monitors past due accounts and sends to collections as appropriate.
• Generates and analyzes water usage reports; identifies usage patterns, inconsistencies, and discrepancies; recommends field investigations; and recommends account adjustments.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and detailed accounting and financial records and files according to established policies and procedures.
• Drafts procedures as they relate to assigned functional area of responsibility in coordination with assigned management staff.
• Researches and stays current on applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations and implements the necessary changes into the processes.
• Researches and responds to a variety of customer, vendor, and staff questions and complaints in person and over the telephone; researches and resolves problems; makes appropriate adjustments to accounts.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Terminology and practices of financial and account document processing and record keeping, including payroll and general accounting.
• Payroll reporting and payment requirements of various state and federal agencies and benefit providers.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Mathematical principles and practices of financial and statistical techniques.
• Principles and practices of data research, analysis, and report preparation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Town staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to:

• Perform complex and detailed accounting and financial support work accurately and in a timely manner.
• Interpret, apply, and explain applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and Town policies and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Review and audit payroll, accounting, and other financial documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Review, post, balance, reconcile, and maintain accurate and confidential payroll and accounting records.
• Work closely with staff to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive and complex payroll issues.
• Understand the organization and operation of the Town and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.

• Make accurate mathematical, financial, and statistical computations.

• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
• Organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:   Equivalent to an associate degree in accounting or twelve (12) units of relevant accounting classes and three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in a technical area of accounting processing, such as payroll or general accounting.

The City of Brisbane is seeking a Financial Services Manager to join our dynamic finance team. Under general direction of the Finance Director, provides supervision to the Finance staff and performs a wide range of complex professional accounting duties in the analysis, preparation and maintenance of financial records and reports; makes complex and difficult account analyses and reports; develops, implements and revises accounting systems, procedures and internal controls; coordinates the outside audit preparation of the comprehensive annual financial report; coordinates various automated accounting systems and modules and trains accounting staff in the use of such systems; and performs related duties as assigned.

 

This position class is at the management level and performs diverse and specialized accounting work that is complex and involves significant accountability and decision-making responsibility. The Financial Services Manager is responsible for supervising accounting staff and managing areas such as payroll, billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, grant accounting, capital project accounting, fixed asset accounting, enterprise fund accounting, and other accounting-related activities for all City funds.

 

Example of Duties: (Illustrative Only)

• Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the Finance department.
• Manages the timely and accurate preparation of budgeting documents and financial reports, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and participates as an active member of the Budget Team.
• Prepares complex journal entries and reviews and approves financial transactions, including journal entries, accounts payable invoices, revenue collection, accounts receivable billing, payroll postings, and purchasing documents. Prepares a variety of monthly, periodic and annual financial and statistical reports and accounting summaries required by the City, Successor Agency and outside agencies.
• Coordinates financial reporting and auditing activity with external auditors and other agencies; researches, compiles and analyzes data; prepares reports as required.
• Oversees fixed assets accounting to ensure accurate fixed asset records and provides information for capital and operating budgets.
• Assists in preparing financial reports and other information required by City departments and external agencies.
• Prepares audit schedules and reconciliations; responds to inquiries from auditors and provides information within the area of assignment. Provides professional, technical accounting and budget advice to City staff; coordinates activities with other departments; assists in special projects as assigned.
• Coordinates and conducts financial and management analyses, studies, assignments and projects, and performs ad-hoc analyses for the Council and senior management.
• Assists in rate and fee studies; makes related recommendations to senior management.
• Trains, motivates and assists in evaluating personnel; assists in establishing and monitoring employee performance objectives; assists in the preparation of employee performance reviews; provides and coordinates staff training.
• Provides backup support to the Finance Director; may provide occasional or emergency backup to the Information Technology & Systems Manager.

The Director, Fare & Revenue Programs is responsible for directing all fare related programs including fare strategy, media, systems, and administration and revenue accounting for the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans), the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (Caltrain), the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA) and the San Mateo County 101 Express Lanes Joint Powers Authority (EL) known collectively as the District. The Director ensures that approved fare initiatives are implemented effectively, operationally feasible, and financially sound.
This position provides strategic and operational oversight of fare systems and District revenue programs and ensures the cross-departmental coordination needed to implement policies, system changes, and operational requirements.
The Director, Fare & Revenue Programs reports to the Chief Financial Officer. The Director has 10 staff including the Manager of Fare Program Operations and the Manager of Revenue Management.

Essential Functions & Duties:

Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the District’s fare programs and revenue generating activities such as fare collections and real estate holdings, ensuring effective implementation of policies, systems, and programs.
• Advise executive leadership and cross functional partners on revenue policies and fare strategies, examining the potential impacts, implementation risks, and operational constraints associated with changes.
• Direct revenue management including fare revenue and fare media; participate in various internal and external policy settings boards, including Title VI compliance and reporting.
• Oversee revenue collection programs including accounting, auditing and financial reporting for all fare types for Caltrain, SamTrans, TA, and EL.
• Coordinate and guide the execution of fare initiatives approved by the Planning Department and Board, ensuring operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and alignment with agency objectives.
• Responsible for the SamTrans and Caltrain fare systems, infrastructure, and programs.
• Oversee revenue accounting, reconciliation, internal controls, and reporting across defined revenue streams, including fare media, real estate, and other District assets, ensuring accuracy, audit readiness, and data integrity.
• Oversee coordination with regional partners, including Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), to advance fare system initiatives and integrate with broader revenue strategies.
• Direct the development and continuous improvement of revenue and fare-related procedures, documentation, and audit processes to enhance efficiency, compliance, and operational performance.
• Work cross-functionally with internal departments including Planning, Finance, and Communications to ensure successful execution of key projects for the Department.
• Supervise staff. Hire, mentor, train, coach, and take appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action. Ensure EEO policies and procedures are followed. Participate in selection of staff. Coordinate staff training and professional development. Establish performance objectives. Monitor and evaluate employee performance.

Examples of Essential Duties:
• Coordinate cross-departmental activities to implement fare programs, revenue initiatives, and policy changes approved by the Planning Department and Board of Directors.
• Oversee revenue reconciliation, accounting treatment, internal controls, and audit readiness across all revenue streams, including fares and real estate.
• Direct Fare Program Manager to lead planning, testing, and deployment of fare system upgrades, technology enhancements, and price adjustments in coordination with IT, Planning, and regional partners.
• Oversee the development of fare program strategies.
• Oversee revenue and ridership forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting to support financial planning, budgeting, and strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with Planning, Real Estate, and Finance to analyze ridership, fare, and other revenue data to inform projections, performance metrics, and policy recommendations.
• Ensure the integrity, maintenance, and operational reliability of fare collection systems and other revenue-related platforms, addressing discrepancies or failures promptly.
• Manage, mentor, and evaluate staff, supporting professional development, setting performance objectives, and promoting a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision: Works under the general supervision of the Chief Financial Officer who establishes goals and objectives and evaluates performance.

The City of Belmont is gearing up for its next standout team member — a driven, sharp, and community‑minded Management Analyst ready to make an immediate impact in the Public Works Department!  This is a great opportunity to join a dedicated team supported by new leadership, bringing fresh momentum and a renewed focus on delivering high‑quality service to the community. 

If you thrive on numbers, love untangling complex problems, and want your work to shape the city’s future, this role puts you right at the center of the action. You’ll help power the planning, coordination, and execution of Public Works operations and projects that keep Belmont moving, strengthening the infrastructure and services residents depend on every day.  

 

This position may be filled at either the Management Analyst I or II level, depending on experience and department needs.  

 

Tentative Recruitment Schedule

First Review of Applications -  March 16, 2026

Panel Interview - Week of March 23, 2026

Department Interview - Week of March 30, 2026

Why should you join the Redwood City team?

We offer a wide range of meaningful and exciting career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, flexible schedule/hybrid work options, paid time off, and a robust benefits package. The Redwood City team is guided by the core values of excellence, integrity, service, collaboration, inclusion and innovation. Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication.

Our community is known for its diversity, strong neighborhoods, and civic pride. The City works diligently to maintain positive and productive relationships with community partners, together providing outstanding services, programs and opportunities for residents. We hope you find that this mix of tradition and progress, community and diversity, makes Redwood City an extraordinary place to work and call home.

The examination process will consist of at least one oral board interview process to establish an Eligible List for both current and future vacancies. We will follow with a departmental hiring interviews where we can learn more about your career goals and explore position fit.

If you’re looking to continue growing your career as part of an HR team that fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration, we encourage you to apply!

 

About the role:

This is the highest level classification in the management analyst series. The incumbent will act as a lead; be recognized as a technical specialist of the various technology systems for Human Resources functions and will be relied upon to provide expert consultation to meet user needs. The incumbent will act as a project manager over some aspects of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/Oracle and may act as a lead over some Payroll functions. Some responsibilities include performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibility.

 

Confidential Designation: This position is required to develop and/or to present management positions with respect to employer-employee relations, with duties that normally require access to confidential information contributing significantly to the development of management positions. Please review the detailed job description for Human Resources Principal Analyst here, which includes more information on the duties and essential knowledge, skills and abilities for this position.

 

Take the Next Step in Your Law Enforcement Career 

Bring Your Training or Experience—This opportunity is for Academy Graduates and Laterals Only

Join a department that values your experience, supports your growth, and gives you the opportunity to truly make a difference. Located on the San Francisco Peninsula and bordering Silicon Valley, the Belmont Police Department is known for its strong community relationships and proud Tradition of Service.

Police Officer $117,689 to $165,578 annually 

Depending on P.O.S.T certification

 

 

Enhance Your Compensation with Specialized Roles

We recognize the skills and commitment that come with specialized roles. Officers in these assignments receive additional compensation:

• Detective / School Resource Officer – 2.5% of base salary

• Motorcycle Officer – 2.5% of base salary

• Field Training Officer – 2% of base salary

• Bilingual Pay – Up to $150/month

• K-9 Handler – Receive 7 hours of overtime per pay period

• IT Super User – 5% of base salary

 

The City of Belmont is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Applicants with a disability who may require special accommodation in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Human Resources immediately, lkirby@belmont.gov or (650) 595-7452

 

The San Mateo Medical Center's Patient Financial Services Department is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Patient Services Supervisor - Hospital Billing and Follow Up.

The Patient Services Supervisor-Hospital Billing and Follow Up is responsible for:

• Supervising and managing A/R (accounts receivable) follow-up staff.
• Ensuring timely and effective insurance and patient account collections.
• Monitoring staff productivity, quality, and adherence to departmental goals.
• Providing training, coaching, and performance evaluations for team members.
• Assigning workloads and prioritizing accounts based on aging and payer guidelines.
• Ensuring timely follow-up on unpaid claims with insurance companies, government agencies, and patients.
• Reviewing and resolving complex billing issues, denials, and underpayments.
• Supervising and analyzing denial trends and implementing corrective actions.
• Coordinating with coding, billing, and clinical departments to resolve claim issues and ensure accurate documentation and resubmission of denied claims.
• Preparing and reviewing A/R performance, aging, and productivity reports; tracking key performance indicators, such as Days in A/R, denial rate, and cash collection.
• Ensuring timely management of provider enrollment for Medicare and Medi-Cal payers.

This Full-Time, Regular vacancy is located in South San Francisco, and the successful hire will travel throughout the County for supervision meetings, etc.

The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in hospital billing and follow up functions; be able to plan, organize, prioritize and supervise the work of hospital follow up effectively; supervise staff conducting patient billing and follow up activities; work independently with minimal supervision using initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines; read, interpret and apply rules, policies and procedures; maintain accurate records and files; organize work, set priorities and meet critical deadlines; communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and demonstrate experience working with diverse client groups and staff.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Examples Of Duties

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

• Supervise and direct patient services office support and business office support staff and activities.
• Plan, schedule and assign office support work in admitting, registration and program billing areas.
• Participate in the hiring of assigned staff, recommending selection for management approval.
• Train assigned staff in patient services office support, business office and County procedures and policies.
• Evaluate employee performance, counsel employees, and effectively recommend initial corrective actions and other personnel decisions.
• Provide input into the budget and goal setting processes.
• Research and compile information from a variety of sources for the completion of forms or the preparation of periodic and special reports.
• Provide information to the public or to County staff that requires the use of judgment and the interpretation and application of policies, rules or procedures.
• Organize and maintain various patient intake, insurance billing or general files; type draft or finished materials from dictated tapes or brief instructions using a typewriter or word processor; proofread material as required.
• Develop, recommend and implement improved operating procedures, forms and work processes.
• Oversee and personally perform a variety of office administrative details such as ordering supplies, arranging for the repair of equipment, transmitting information, and keeping reference materials up to date; operate standard office equipment.
• Perform complex, technical, difficult and/or specialized office support related to the patient services or business office area.
• Provide off hours support as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Supervisory principles and practices, including work planning, scheduling, review and evaluation and employee training and corrective action.
• Policies, procedures and medical terminology related to the organizational area to which assigned.
• Applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
• Business office management practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Business data processing principles and the use of word processing or computing equipment.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, assign, supervise, review and evaluate the work of others.
• Train others in work procedures.
• Analyze and resolve office administrative problems.
• Read, interpret and apply rules, policies and procedures.
• Organize, research and maintain patient and general files.
• Compose routine correspondence independently or from brief instructions.
• Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Organize and prioritize work, meet critical deadlines and follow up on assignments with a minimum of supervision.
• Operate standard office equipment, including a word processor, computer terminal and centralized telephone equipment.

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:

• Four years of patient services assistant experience providing office support in a medical or clinic setting.

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in the County of San Mateo, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

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 httsp://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Date for Filing: Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 11:59PM PST
Application Screening: Thursday, April 2-7, 2026
Combined Civil Service/Department Interviews: Week of April 20, 2026

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo as an employer is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.
We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

HR Contact: Debbie Kong (03162026) (Patient Services Supervisor E415)

Applications are being accepted for the position of Police Communications & Records Manager with the South San Francisco Police Department. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2026 OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

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

The Department

The City of South San Francisco has 85 sworn and 35 civilian positions. The Department’s philosophy is one of participative management, with a high degree of emphasis on training and education. It employs team and community-oriented policing and problem-solving concepts and recognizes the importance of staying contemporary with technological advances. The Department acknowledges that the responsibility for public safety and the quality of life in our neighborhood is a responsibility shared with the whole community. 

A new state-of-the-art Police Department building and 9-1-1 Communications Center has opened at 1 Chestnut Avenue.  The new Police Building includes a large training room for defensive tactics, a dedicated indoor firearms range, and progressive construction incorporating the latest in Police Station design concepts.  The 9-1-1 Communications center will have the latest communications and dispatching technologies to provide improved service and response to South San Francisco residents. 

SSFPD Recruitment Video

The City of Brisbane is currently recruiting Police Officer candidates at the Academy Graduate and Lateral level. Police Officers are responsible for performing a wide variety of law enforcement duties involving the prevention of crime, protection of life and property, and the enforcement of laws and ordinances; control traffic flow and enforce state and local regulations; perform investigative work and other related police work assignments. Duties and hours will vary with assignments. A full job description is available online at www.brisbaneca.gov.

The Brisbane Police Department strives to meet the expectations of our citizens and preserve their quality of life by working under the Community Oriented Policing and Problem Solving (COPPS) strategy, partnering with the community to solve problems. Our dedicated staff consists of 13 sworn positions reporting to our Chief of Police. Specialty assignments include School Resources Officer, Traffic Officer, Detective and North County SWAT.