Agency Chief Fiscal Officer

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Agency Chief Fiscal Officer

Description

Description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY The County of El Dorado , Health and Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. The Health and Human Services Agency has over 600 employees dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities.
DEFINITION

Under general direction, maintains budget, fiscal control, accounting, audit, and related administrative and reporting systems for an agency or multiple departments; develops fiscal and administrative policies and procedures consistent with the requirements of funding sources; prepares complex and technical financial and administrative reports as required or directed; and performs related duties as assigned.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here .

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Health and Human Services Agency is looking for a solution-focused leader with the ability to be a strategic thinker. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated public agency experience working in financial operations, which include financial audits, accounts payable, payroll, accounts receivable, financial reporting, budgeting, and Medi-Cal billing. The superlative candidate will possess knowledge and experience working with complex funding streams related to Social Services and Behavioral Health programs. The ideal candidate will also possess strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary to work with all levels of staff and government leaders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, finance, economics, or closely related field;

AND

Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience over professional and technical staff working in a fiscal, financial, accounting, administrative, or auditing environment.

Possession of a master’s degree is desirable.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
  

Examples of Duties:

• Administer the fiscal and administrative responsibilities for department’s programs, including grant funded programs.
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate fiscal system planning, control, audit, billing, and accounting programs.
• Manage, through subordinate staff, the formulation and administration of agency, department, and division budgets, grants, contracts, procurement, and/or human resources functions.
• Oversee the collection and analysis of data and makes recommendations on the formulation of policy and procedures, staffing, and organizational changes.
• Perform research and statistical analysis on administrative, fiscal, personnel, and/or programmatic issues.
• Manage, through subordinate staff, all fiscal and administrative functions of the department, including the compilation of materials and the preparation of budgets, reports, manuals, and publications.
• Manage, through subordinate staff, the performance of various fiscal analyses, fund balance projections, fiscal transactions, patient/client and grant billing, and related financial activities.
• Develop, implement, and revies policies and procedures for the department.
• Manage staff in identifying and analyzing program administration problems and develops solutions.
• Studie and evaluates accounting procedures of the department and develops and installs new and improved data collection and billing systems and processes, including the use of technology, in accordance with modern accounting principles and practices.
• Coordinate the methods, procedures, and work of the fiscal division.

For a full list of duties as well as the physical, environmental and working conditions click here .

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Monique Heredia in Human Resources at monique.heredia@edcgov.us .

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

For more information on the recruitment process click here.

Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for the Agency Chief Fiscal Officer. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full-time, part-time, limited-term, and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months.

We currently have the following vacancies:

• One (1) full time vacancy in the Health and Human Services Agency - Administration and Finance Division, located in Placerville, CA
  

Click Here for Frequently Asked Questions.

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every ten (10) years.

Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing, including but not limited to marijuana. A positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.
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Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

• 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento
• 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport
• 129 miles to San Francisco

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• Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
• Skiing and Snowboarding
• Live Music and Music Festivals
• Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
• El Dorado County Fair
• Placerville Speedway Races
• Farm to Fork Restaurants
• Small Business Shops

Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here (Download PDF reader ) for more information.

The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:

• Medical
  
• Dental
  
• Vision
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• Basic Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
  
• Discounts on gym memberships
  

For your Financial Future:

• CalPERSRetirement
  
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
  
• Optional Life Insurance
  

For your Work/Life Balance:

• Paid Holidays
  
• Floating Holidays
  
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
  

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here.

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$119,932.80 - $145,787.20 Annually