Job Description

The Position

About the Employment and Human Services Department:


Contra Costa County’s Employment and Human Services Department works diligently to provide the community with resources that support, protect, and empower individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency. The department is committed to hiring candidates that share our core values of delivering an exceptional customer service experience, encouraging open communication, embracing change, practicing ethical behavior, and embracing diversity.


The Employment and Human Services Department is currently accepting applications to fill one (1) vacancy for the Departmental Fiscal Officer.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities effectively
• Skilled in fiscal analysis, budget management, and financial reporting
• A strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent in communication, both written and oral, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
• Adept at leading and supervising teams, fostering a productive work environment
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing financial regulations and requirements
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in financial management and reporting

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Planning and coordinating departmental budgets, including preparing forecasts and monitoring expenditures against projections
• Analyzing financial data to identify trends, ensure compliance with regulations, and recommend corrective actions
• Preparing and presenting clear and concise financial reports and recommendations to leadership
• Managing fiscal requirements for contracts, grants, and capital projects, including budgeting, monitoring, and reporting
• Supervising accounting and financial staff to ensure accurate and efficient operations
• Collaborating with other departments, external agencies, and auditors on fiscal matters
• Developing and implementing automated tools and templates for improved fiscal management
• Monitoring and evaluating revenues and expenditures, ensuring alignment with budgetary goals

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy and stability of a vital County department
• The work is diverse and intellectually stimulating, offering opportunities to engage in complex fiscal projects
• You will have the chance to collaborate with a wide range of professionals and agencies, expanding your professional network
• The position provides a blend of leadership and hands-on financial management responsibilities
• You will be part of a supportive team environment that values innovation and continuous improvement

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Navigating complex and changing regulations from federal, state, and local agencies
• Managing multiple deadlines and high-pressure situations while ensuring accuracy in financial reporting
• Balancing the demands of day-to-day financial operations with long-term strategic planning
• Addressing unexpected financial issues or discrepancies and implementing corrective measures
• Coordinating fiscal activities across diverse divisions with competing priorities

Competencies Required :

• Analyzing & Interpreting Data: Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative data
• Delivering Results : Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• Innovative Problem Solving : Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business
• Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
• Professional Integrity and Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Informing: Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Building & Maintaining Relationships : Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal

To read the complete job description, please visit the website,

The employment list established by this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

The Eligible List created from this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in other Contra Costa County Departments.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, public administration, accounting, economics, finance, or a closely related field.



Experience: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a managerial or an accounting position performing fiscal or budgetary analysis, at least two years of which must have included responsibility for budget preparations and control.



Desirable Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in business administration, public administration, accounting, or finance
• Certification as a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant)
• Experience with government budgeting and financial systems
• Proficiency in using automated fiscal management systems and software
• Proven experience managing fiscal aspects of grants or large capital projects
• Knowledge of public-sector auditing practices and requirements.
• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and building consensus

Selection Process

1. Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.

2. Online Virtual Interview : Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online interview. In the oral interview, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the oral interview competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% or higher. The interview will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the Departmental Fiscal Officer position. These may include, but are not limited to: Analyzing & Interpreting Data, Delivering Results, Innovative Problem Solving, Displaying Ownership and Accountability, Professional Integrity & Ethics, Informing, Building & Maintaining Relationships, and/or Leadership (Weighted 100%)


The online interview will be administered remotely using a computer or mobile device such as a tablet. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to participate in the online interview, as well as a computer or mobile device with a camera.


The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Flor Robb at flor.robb@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs' applicant support team for assistance at + 1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

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