DESCRIPTION
THE AGENCY
The Alameda County Community Development Agency's mission is to enhance the quality of life of Alameda County residents and plan for the future well-being of the County's diverse communities; to balance the physical, economic and social needs of County residents through land use planning, environmental management, neighborhood improvement, and community development, and to promote and protect agriculture, the environment, economic vitality and human health.
For more detailed information about the agency, please visit: Alameda County Community Development Agency.
THE POSITION
Under direction, to provide professional-level financial services in areas of budget development and processing, contract negotiation and administration, financial planning and monitoring, financial accounting and reporting, and grants management to County departments and agencies; to conduct a variety of studies and inquiries and perform financial analytic and administrative work; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES
Financial Services Specialist I/II is a flexibly-staffed class series with the work normally performed at the II level, but with initial selection possible at the I or entry level. Incumbents hired at the I level will be expected to gain experience and demonstrate proficiency which qualifies them to promote to the II level after the equivalent of two years full-time service. If proficient, incumbents will be eligible to be flexibly promoted to the II level after the equivalent of one year. Appointment at the I level will not be extended beyond two years.
Positions in this class series are normally found in County departments with multiple budgets and funding sources and/or with extensive contracting with service providers or community-based organizations. In addition to the provision of financial services, responsibilities also include performing general administrative services work, planning and conducting analytical studies and overseeing support functions and staff. Although the work is diverse, all positions are typically characterized by all of the following elements:
- Independent decision-making.
- Capacity to present clear oral and written reports to senior managers.
- Knowledge of governmental financial processes and systems.
- Ability to conduct financial analysis and formulate financial recommendations; and
- Limited availability or nature of supervision.
This series is distinguished from the Administrative Specialist class series, which has primary responsibility for the provision of more general administrative services in such areas as personnel, purchasing, contracting, budgeting, and departmental communications. It is further distinguished from Senior Financial Services Specialist, which is a skilled, technical specialist class with a primary role in financial strategic planning and policy development.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Either I
The equivalent of one year full-time experience in the class of Financial Services Specialist I in the Alameda County classified service.
Or II
- Education:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university (180 quarter units or 120 semester units) with major coursework in business or public administration, accounting, economics, financial planning, or a field related to the work. (Additional professional financial planning and support experience equivalent to the County’s classification of Financial Services Specialist I may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.)
Experience:
Equivalent to one year of full-time professional-level experience in areas of budget development and processing, contract negotiation and administration, financial planning and monitoring, financial accounting and reporting, grant management, or similar financial services equivalent to that performed by the Alameda County classified service of Financial Services Specialist I.
Licenses:
Specified positions may require possession of a valid California driver's license.
NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the 'Examples of Duties' section of this specification.
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of governmental budget development and administration.
- Principles and practices of contract and grant administration.
- Financial record-keeping and auditing practices.
- Practices and techniques of administrative analysis and report preparation.
- Applicable federal, state and local policies and regulations.
- Computer applications related to the work, such as word processing, databases, and spreadsheets. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
- Office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment.
Ability to:
- Develop and administer multiple budgets.
- Monitor fiscal transactions and audit fiscal records and documentation.
- Plan and conduct administrative and operational studies.
- Interpret, explain, and apply financial regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Direct the work of others on a project or day-to-day basis.
- Prepare clear and accurate reports, correspondence, procedures, and other written materials.
- Represent the department and the County in meetings with others.
- Organize and prioritize work and meet critical deadlines.
- Maintain accurate financial records and audit data.
- Exercise sound independent judgment within established policies and guidelines.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Clearly and effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing; write contract documents, electronic mail, and Board letters to the Board of Supervisors at a professional skill level.
- Communicate fluently using the English language to present and request information to/from internal and external customers effectively by phone or in person.
BENEFITS
Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness, and health screening programs focused on overall well-being. These benefits include but are not limited to:
For your Health & Well-Being
- Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
- Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
- Vision or Vision Reimbursement
- Share the Savings
- Basic Life Insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- County Allowance Credit
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care, and Adoption Assistance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services
- Employee Assistance Program
For your Financial Future
- Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
- Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)
For your Work/Life Balance
- 12 paid holidays
- Floating Holidays
- Vacation and sick leave accrual
- Vacation purchase program
- Management Paid Leave**
- Catastrophic Sick Leave
- Group Auto/Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Guaranteed Ride Home
- Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive-Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
- Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
- Child Care Resources
- 1st United Services Credit Union
*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.
** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave.
Conclusion
TO APPLY:
Please submit a PDF of your updated Alameda County application to Upendera Kukreja at upendera.kukreja@acgov.org. Please be in contact if you have any questions.
You are encouraged to apply immediately as this posting is open until filled and may close at any time.
Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
