Job Posting: Accounting Officer - Specialist (Financial Services Dept.)

Department of State Hospitals

JC-369153
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Accounting Officer - Specialist (Financial Services Dept.)
ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)

$4,819.00 - $6,032.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Job Description and Duties


The Department of State Hospitals - Napa Financial Services Department has a permanent full-time vacancy for an Accounting Officer (Specialist). The Accounting Officer (Specialist) reports to the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor) and performs professional accounting duties of average difficulty in the establishment and maintenance of accounts and financial records for agency activities, such as maintain accounting records for funds administered by the department; prepare, review and analyze financial reports, statements, accounts and records; maintain the General Ledgers, reconcile the General Ledger to the State Controller's Office (SCO); reviews expenditures against allotments. Incumbents may exercise moderate control in the administration of established policies and procedures, and may have on-going contact with program managers, control agencies, local governmental jurisdictions, Federal Government, vendors and members of the public.


Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Multiple cut-off dates are set for application submission: May 16, 2024, June 6, 2024, June 27, 2024, July 18, 2024 and August 8 , 2024. Applications received after a cut-off date will be processed for the next cut-off date listed.

Applications may be screened and only the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview. This position will be filled pending budget approval.

To ensure your application will be considered for this recruitment, the following items are required:

 

  • You must complete the STD. 678 Employment Application in its entirety. Duties Performed and Supervisor’s name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678.

 

  • Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD. 678

 

  • Attach a copy of proof of degree and transcripts if education is required to meet the minimum qualification. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated and submitted with application STD. 678.

 

  • Incomplete applications will not be considered.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-369153
Position #(s):
480-541-4546-600
480-541-4546-001
Working Title:
Accounting Officer - Specialist (Financial Services Dept.)
Classification:
ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST)
$4,819.00 - $6,032.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Napa County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Department of State Hospitals - Napa

Department Information

Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov

Application Instructions

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of State Hospitals
Attn: Exams & Hiring Unit
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.
Napa, CA 94558

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of State Hospitals
Exams & Hiring Unit
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.
Napa, CA 94558
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Experience using Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Fi$Cal, and the CalATERS Global

System. Knowledge and experience with the State Administrative Manual (SAM) and

various Bargaining Unit contracts.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Kimberly Silva-Sole
(707) 253-5953
Kimberly.Silva-Sole@dsh.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Tiffani Emerson-Morris
(707) 253-5562
tiffani.emersonmorris@dsh.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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