SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SPECIALIST) Apply
Job Description and Duties
Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.
Under general direction of the Local Assistance Claims Unit Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor), the Senior Accounting Officer (Specialist) independently performs the more difficult accounting duties related to processing payments and reconciliation.
Must have extensive knowledge of the states uniform accounting system Financial Information System of California (FI$Cal), state and related federal laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Must have a strong fiscal education and background; exercise good writing skills; follow oral and written directions be responsive to the needs of the public and employees of CalOES and other agencies; analyze situations and take effective action using initiative, resourcefulness, and good judgment. Must work with limited supervision.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
- This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule which includes up to two days of remote work per week. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.
Department Information
The California Governors Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.
The Finance and Administration Directorate oversees sections managing Cal OES operations including budgeting, fiscal analysis, grants management, human resources, labor relations, staff recruitment, examinations, and organization and professional development. The Directorate is comprised of three sections: Administrative Services, Human Resources and Grants Management.
In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.
More information may be found here: Finance & Administration | California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov
Special Requirements
- List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING section on the State Application, STD. 678.
- List your most current employment history first in the EMPLOYMENT HISTORY section on the STD. 678.
- Provide the From and To dates with the month, day and year, the Hours Per Week that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours.
- You must complete the DUTIES PERFORMED on the State Application (do not note see attached resume in this section). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
- SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
- If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.
- Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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: 2/11/2024Who May 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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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.
Benefits
- Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
- 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
- Flexible Schedules
- Generous paid time off
- Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
- Investment in careers development
- On-site Gym and Locker room
- Free Parking
- Electric Carport
- Conveniently located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.caloes.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources
(916) 845-8321
Recruitments@caloes.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:EEO Officer
(916) 845-8527
EEO@CalOES.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.
Examination Information
To obtain list eligibility please click on the link below:
Senior Accounting Officer (Specialist) - Exam 0PBAK
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.
