Fiscal Officer

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of governmental accounting principles including GAAP and GASB standards

• Advise managers and supervisors on resource allocation fiscal compliance and budgetary policy requirements

• Understand and manage complex and interrelated funding sources including grants and restricted funds

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal state and local laws regulations and mandates

• Analyze financial data and regulatory changes to assess programmatic and fiscal impacts

• Identify and recommend improvements to financial and business processes to enhance efficiency and reduce risk

• Utilize automated financial systems and business applications effectively

• Manage multiple priorities and perform well in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment

• Lead with a collaborative management style that fosters trust accountability and team development

• Supervise coach and evaluate staff to support performance growth and operational goals

• Work independently with a high degree of initiative sound judgment and attention to detail

• Communicate effectively and maintain positive working relationships with leadership staff and external stakeholders

BENEFITS:The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits. Click on the Benefits Tab above or click here to view more addition applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate

Note:The County may provide reimbursement for reasonable relocation expenses and at the discretion of the CEO can provide cash incentives and/or time off advanced accruals in the interest of attracting the best talent to the organization.

These examples are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual.

1. Participate in the development coordination and administration of the Departments goals and objectives policies and procedures budget and staffing plans.
2. Assist in coordination and development of the Departments $227 million budget requiring justifications and consideration of funding and service levels.
3. Monitor and control the Departments budget to assure conformance with revenue expectations and expenditure plans.
4. Supervise eight accounting support staff includes training assigning reviewing their work and performance evaluations.
5. Maintain the accounting integrity of the Department.
6. Ensure that all revenues and expenditures are timely received and paid and accurately accounted for.
7. Organize direct supervise and coordinate the production of various comprehensive financial management and statistical reports for planning projections and reporting.
8. Assist in monitoring and reporting to the County Executive Office and/or County Board of Supervisors fiscal issues and solutions impacting the department.
9. Assist in analyzing new legislation or changes in regulation to determine impact on the departments finances and operations. Coordinate with managers and executives accordingly and participate in devising strategies for complying with changes.
10. Develop and make recommendations for service fee rates based upon cost analysis and full cost recovery in accordance with Countys policies and procedures and California law.
11. Track and compile billable fee-for-service costs for maximum recovery of revenues for services rendered.
12. Coordinate the development and monitor departmental Purchasing and Board contracts to ensure compliance with budgetary restrictions and county procurement and compliance policies and procedures.
13. Oversee the proper accounting of public monies collected by Department for accurate and timely distribution to other departments and agency funds (passthrough revenue).
14. Monitor and maintain inventory of Departmental capital assets.
15. Use various Departmental and County financial applications for budget development accounting and reporting.

Education and Experience
The knowledge skills and abilities listed below may be acquired through various types of training education and experience. A typical way to acquire the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• Equivalent of a bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university in accounting finance business administration or economics and
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or finance including at least two (2) years as a supervisor or manager.

• For specific positions possession and maintenance of a valid California drivers license and the ability to meet automobile insurability requirements of the County or the ability to provide suitable transportation needs as a condition of continued employment.

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
• Principles and practices of accounting tax claims management auditing and collections.
• Principles and practices of financial planning and analysis investment portfolio management cost and revenue management and cash management.
• Principles and practices of administering payroll and benefits programs.
• Principles and practices of managing fiscal services programs and projects related to accounting tax auditing medical billing claims management and collections.
• Principles and practices of public administration and program management including strategic planning implementation and evaluation.
• Management principles practices and techniques.
• Principles and practices of governmental accounting fiscal management budgeting and auditing.
• Principles and practices of program planning and administration.
• Personnel management principles and practices including employee supervision training and evaluation.
• Principles and practices of group facilitation conflict resolution and consensus building.
• Principles and practices of procurement and contract administration.
• Principles and techniques of effective oral presentations.
• Applicable federal state and local laws codes regulations and standards.
• Business systems equipment and applications relevant to the area of assignment.

• Manage fiscal compliance operations related to accounting taxation auditing claims management and collections programs and services.
• Manage budget development and related programs and projects.
• Manage programs and projects related to financial planning and analysis investment portfolio management cost and revenue management and cash management.
• Oversee adherence to quality assurance and standards.
• Interpret monitor and report financial information and statistics.
• Manage assigned operations/programs; ensure ongoing compliance with strategic objectives and performance measures.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Manage and evaluate assigned staff including training coaching participating in the development of goals and strategic objectives coordinating deadlines prioritizing work demands and assigning/monitoring work.
• Analyze and evaluate operational programs projects and procedures.
• Plan organize coordinate and supervise changes and improvements in public agency projects and studies.
• Manage budgets contracts grants and resource allocation.
• Interpret monitor and report financial information and statistics.
• Oversee the implementation of and adherence to quality assurance activities and standards.
• Research recommend and implement industry trends solutions and best practices.
• Resolve complex problems within area of assignment.
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of reports grant proposals documents and presentations.
• Make presentations to stakeholders elected officials County leadership and the public.
• Collaborate with program stakeholders elected and appointed boards the public and internal leadership.
• Interpret and apply applicable laws codes regulations and standards.
• Communicate effectively clearly and concisely.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of individuals including but not limited to coworkers subordinate staff supervisors other managers professional agencies and the general public.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:

• Review applications and supplemental questionnaireto determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.
• PersonalHistoryQuestionnaire(PHQ):Qualified candidates will be emailed a notice to complete and submit a Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ). Failure to submit a PHQ by the deadline will result in disqualification from the selection process. Candidates who successfully pass the PHQ will advance to the next step.
• Candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list.

Appointee must successfully pass the following:

1. Polygraph Examinationwill measure the accuracy of information disclosed during the background investigation process.

2. Background Investigationincludes an interview and in-depth background investigation of police records personal military and employment histories; inquiry of persons who know you and evaluate whether you respect the law and rights of others; are dependable and responsible; have demonstrated mature judgment in areas such as the use of drugs and intoxicants; are honest; and is a safe driver.

3.LiveScan:A Live Scan is electronic fingerprint scanning that is certified by the State Department of Justice. Further instructions about when and how to complete the Live Scan will be included in the offer letter.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:The Sheriffs Office conducts a polygraph examination and in-depth background investigation. If you feel your past may hinder your future from working for the Sheriffs Office or you are not sure how to answer the Personal History Questionnaire please contact Sheriffs Office Human Resources Bureau at for questions or assistance.

Disqualifiers:

An admission of having committed any act amounting to a felony within five years in California or in another state which would be classified as a felony in California

An adult felony conviction in California or with a conviction for an offense in another state which would be classified as a felony in California

Currently on Probation or Parole

Adult felony and/or misdemeanor conviction(s) may be disqualifying depending on type number severity and how recent

Conviction of/or sustained petitions for any sex crime

Recent use and/or possession of illegal drugs; Failure to reveal prior use will be disqualifying

Unfavorable work history

Current or excessive use of drugs sale of drugs serious criminal history

History of committing domestic violence

Dishonesty or failure to reveal pertinent information

CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER:

• Live Scan and Background Check:Once a conditional offer of employment has been made the selected candidates appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a Live Scan and background check which includes a conviction history check and satisfactory reference checks. A Live Scan is electronic fingerprint scanning that is certified by the State Department of Justice. Further instructions about when and how to complete the Live Scan will be included in the offer letter.
• Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination.

Recruiters will correspond with applicants by e-mailduring each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS:The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of accommodation needed from a professional source such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.

Disaster Service Workers:Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100 all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination harassment and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law state law or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a merit-based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates. The County has a long-standing practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization.

APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Friday February 6 2026 by 4:59pm PT.Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at.

Leza Patatanian