Fiscal & Administrative Services Officer I/II
City of Bakersfield Bakersfield, California, United States
- Location: Bakersfield, California, United States
- Categories: Accounting and Finance, Clerical and Administrative Support
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Nov 08, 2025
Job Description:
Fiscal & Administrative Services Officer I/II
Description
DescriptionUnder general direction, acts as lead administrative officer in supervising a fiscal section in a department or division; plans, organizes, and administers fiscal programs and administrative duties and projects in support of operations; oversees and monitors administration of budget; directs and coordinates the work of assigned professional, support and clerical staff; performs related work as assigned.
Representative Duties
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Plans, assigns, directs, and evaluates the work of a section or unit engaged in financial administrative activities in the areas of budget, fiscal, and other financial management and reporting functions. Evaluates requests and supporting documentation from managers, develops recommendations and compiles budgets; Consults with management concerning the budgetary status and the impact on existing and proposed departmental operations and programs; Develops plans for internal reallocation of budget funds to meet changing department priorities; Performs complex and difficult administrative, financial, statistical, and other operational analyses in support of activities and functions; Conducts departmental audits of programs and tasks; Participates on City-wide committees to promote productivity improvements and innovations.
Full Job Descriptions: Fiscal & Administrative Services Officer I & Fiscal and Administrative Services Officer II
Minimum Qualifications
Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application, resume, & supplemental questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, Finance or a related field; AND
- Three (3) years of professional experience conducting administrative, management, operations, budgetary, or similar analyses, including two (2) years in a lead or a supervisory capacity; OR
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.
OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Full Job Specifications linked above.
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
December 17th, 2025 (Tentative)
An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.
NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, supplemental questionnaire, and typing certificate; otherwise, the application may be rejected. NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.
Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:
- Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
- Fire Safety Unit
- Police Safety Unit
- Police Trainee Unit
- Supervisory & Management Unit
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement Info page for additional information.
Closing Date/Time: 12/1/2025 1:00 PM Pacific