Fire District Fiscal Specialist

Salary : $72,843.96 - $88,542.24 Annually
Location : Concord, CA
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: SBSF-2023B
Department:Fire District - Contra Costa
Opening Date: 12/06/2023
Closing Date: 12/25/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: ZB
The Position
Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Non-Supervisory Management
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (Con Fire) is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Fire District Fiscal Specialist vacancy.
Con Fire is a recognized fire service leader, providing fire, rescue, and emergency medical services (EMS) to more than a million people across its 304 square-mile area. Con Fire, with 33 active fire stations and more than 500 employees, is dedicated to preserving life, property, and the environment.
As a Fire District Fiscal Specialist, you will play a crucial role in the District's financial operations, ensuring compliance with fiscal policies and regulations, and contributing to the overall financial health of the District. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fiscal management, budgeting, and financial analysis. If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for financial excellence and a commitment to public service, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our dedicated team at Contra Costa County Fire Protection District. Join us in making a difference in the safety and well-being of our community.
We are looking for someone who is:

• Analytical and data driven. You will be responsible for the more complex accounting transactions.
• A strong relationship builder. You will establish relationships across various departments and divisions within Con Fire and the County, with contractors and vendors, and with other public agencies.
• Customer focused. You will be asked to resolve financial issues for private citizens, Con Fire employees, and vendors.
• Organized and results-driven. You will need to balance your own work and multiple assignments and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A problem solver. You will interpret and apply multiple policies, procedures and regulations to resolve complex financial and accounting problems.

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Preparing and analyzing financial reports
• Monitoring budgetary performance
• Providing strategic recommendations to enhance fiscal efficiency
• Collaborating with various divisions to streamline financial processes and uphold the highest standards of transparency and accountability

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will be working for an agency that is known for employee satisfaction and camaraderie.
• Every day brings a variety of work and opportunities to make a difference with the potential to impact the delivery of important public services.
• You will work with people who are passionate about their work, and who will support and appreciate your efforts.
• You will have a flexible work schedule with great work/life balance.
• You will have ample learning opportunities that will allow you to develop your skills and abilities.

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will need to learn to use, and at times troubleshoot, a variety of specialized software systems.
• You will need to learn and apply complex Con Fire and County rules, policies, and labor agreements.

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
• Mathematical Facility: Performing computations and solving mathematical problems
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information
• Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Involving Others (Engaging Teams): Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes

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The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.
Minimum Qualifications
License Required: Candidates must possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment avalid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process.
Education: Completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three (3) years full-time or its equivalent technical or clerical experience in the preparation and maintenance of fiscal or budgetary records and reports.
Substitution: Additional qualifying experience of the type noted above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years. A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field may be substituted for two of the three years of required experience.
Desirable Qualifications:

• Governmental accounting experience.

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. Multiple Choice Assessment: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in a multiple choice assessment. The multiple choice assessment will be conducted to measures candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. These may include but are not limited to: Professional & Technical Expertise, Analyzing and Interpreting Data, Mathematical Facility, Reading Comprehension, and Attention to Detail. (Weighted 100%)

The Online Multiple-Choice Assessment is used for other jobs. Therefore, if you have taken the test within the last year, your current score will be applied to this recruitment process. Candidates are not permitted to retake the same assessment within a one year period.
Tentative Dates:
Remote multiple choice exam: week of January 8, 2024
Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the selection process.
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 Elizabeth Loud at eloud@cccfpd.org. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs' 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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The purpose of the questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for the FIRE DISTRICT FISCAL SPECIALIST position and to assist the HR staff in assessing each applicant's qualifications. Your responses to the questionnaire will be used to better understand your relevant experience, education, and training to determine which applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the recruitment process. Do not answer any of the questions by indicating "see attached application or see resume."

• Yes

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Do you possess a valid driver license?

• Yes
• No

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Do you posses 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university?(Please attach your transcripts of your completed semester/quarter units to this application)

• Yes
• No

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Do you posses a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

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If you indicated that you possess a Bachelor's Degree in a closely related field, please provide the closely related field below.If you do not posses a Bachelor's Degree please type in N/A.
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Do you possess at least three (3) years of full-time or its equivalent technical or clerical experience in the preparation and maintenance of fiscal or budgetary records and reports?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess experience in governmental accounting?

• Yes
• No

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I am confirming that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and on the application are accurate and true; and I understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will result in being rejected from this recruitment process, or released from future employment with Contra Costa County.

• Yes

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