Departmental Promotional Only Assistant County Administrative OfficerChief Financial Officer

Please note:

• This is a departmental promotional recruitment. Departmental promotional recruitments are only open to permanent status County employees that are currently employed within the vacant positions department.

Management reserves the right to add modify change or rescind the work assignment of different positions.

Directs and assumes overall responsibility for the countys fiscal and administrative operations and activities and develops revises and implements county-wide fiscal policies and procedures to meet county financial goals and objectives. Tasks may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide advice and counsel to the CAO on financial matters of county-wide impact as well as county-wide fiscal policy management and planning.
• Plan organize direct and supervise financial operations of the CAO department.
• Manage staff in the performance of highly specialized financial functions such as preparing the county budget and developing financing systems and strategies for county programs.
• Oversee the development and implementation of short- and long-range fiscal strategic planning initiatives and analytical studies to ensure that current and future fiscal needs are clearly analyzed identified and addressed.
• Develop strategies for the effective management of financial resources and establish standards for evaluating existing and proposed financial strategies.
• Analyze current county business processes and practices to ensure high quality and effective service delivery; recommend new processes and practices to improve efficiency and service levels.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the Countys Capital Improvement Program; monitor and recommend grants issuance of bonds and other financing sources.
• Work in collaboration with the Auditor-Controllers Office (ACO) and departments to:
  • Formulate and implement applicable finance policies ensuring adherence to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and best practices in governmental accounting.
  • Provide guidance and oversight of the Countys general accounting activities financial matters and issues.
  • Analyze the need for and assist in the development of new or changed fiscal/financial data collection and financial management systems and/or reports and make recommendations to implement appropriate actions based on analysis of gathered data.
  • Coordinate the Countys annual cost allocation plan and the annual allocation of costs for the Countys internal service funds.
  • Provide oversight of the Countys debt management program debt related accounting transactions and disclosures.
  • Direct the Countys municipal debt management including maintenance of debt management policies coordination with financial advisors bond counsel underwriters and senior County managers in preparing official statement for bond issues.
• Coordinate annual fee schedules analyze and update for Board approval.
• Assist in employee compensation and benefit costing and management provide financial support to County bargaining team for labor contract costing provide financial reports relating to human resources costs as directed by the CAO or designee.
• Review and analyze revenue collection activities for the County and compare to budget.
• Oversee coordinate gather data and participate in research and analyses on a variety of budget and financial issues and topics; perform extensive review of related issues through interviews correspondence reading and other research methods; prepare comprehensive reports which may include findings and related recommendations that pertain to the specific needs and concerns of the County; provide recommendations to the CAO and Board of Supervisors (Board).
• Conduct and coordinate fiscal analysis for Community Facilities Districts (Mello-Roos) and Assessment Districts.
• Coordinate the administration of and provide financial analysis for the County Service Areas Community Facilities Districts Assessment Districts serve as a liaison to special districts within the County and conduct fiscal analysis on proposed annexations.
• Work in collaboration with departments coordinate County approval of grant requests conduct fiscal analysis and related impacts to the County monitor compliance with County policies and applicable federal and/or state requirements.
• Work in collaboration with Economic Development to provide fiscal support as needed.
• Participate as a member of the Deferred Compensation Committee.
• Provide assistance on fiscal impact to the Countys Risk Management and Workers Compensation programs and other assistance as needed as requested by the HR Director.

• Direct the review planning evaluation and development of the CAO departmental budget. Oversee administration of the CAOs departmental budget and ensure appropriate fiscal controls and reporting processes are in place.
• Recommend the annual County budget to the CAO and assist in the presentation to the Board.
• Work in collaboration with the CAO and departments to:
  • Recommend changes in financial fiscal and administrative policies procedures and practices to improve County operations.
  • Prepare and present responses and/or recommendations in response to budget and fiscal related questions issues or concerns related to projects programs and other specialty areas.
  • Create effective and appropriate budget and fiscal-related agenda items memoranda and correspondence including appropriate explanations documentation and justifications to support related items for consideration by the Board.
  • Identify possible budget deviations challenges and events likely to impact operations; analyze and explain causes; and measure impact on department mission resources and operations.
  • Advise and consult on issues related to budget preparation analyses presentation and review; analyze and review departmental budgets provide recommendations and alternative solutions to departments assist in reframing departmental budgets to better reflect the goals and objectives of the County. Support departments regarding sensitive and complicated fiscal policy and program issues and efforts.
  • Construct forecasts and estimates for revenue and expenditure projections identify alternative or new funding sources provide alternative budget scenarios for discussion and finalize budget in accordance with CAO and Board direction and input.
  • Create and maintain working spreadsheets and statistical reports for budget analysis; implement necessary adjustments; and maintain fiscal controls. Track budget variances. Ensure that proper and generally accepted budget and fiscal accounting practices are being followed.

• Attend meetings of the Board and its committees as assigned by the CAO.
• May represent the CAO as directed and may act on his/her behalf as required.
• Participate in performance and quality improvement efforts.
• Provide supervisory or technical direction to professional technical and clerical staff.
• Oversee coordinate and participate in designated special projects and /or program and serve as the subject matter expert; develop implementation strategies and monitor the status of assigned program(s) and/or project(s); provide leadership and direction to interdepartmental team members; prepare related reports correspondence and memoranda and make presentations that include recommended action to the CAO and Board.
• Maintain current expertise in designated specialty areas; monitor current events and changes to laws analyze and report on the impact of pending federal and state legislation having potential significant fiscal impact on the County.
• Attend training seminars conferences workshops classes lectures etc. as appropriate to enhance and maintain knowledge of trends and developments in the fields of accounting risk management and finance.
• Review professional journals attend association and professional meetings and otherwise maintain contacts with professionals to facilitate exchange of information.
• Develop and provide training to County fiscal staff and those involved in County fiscal activities including training seminars workshops classes lectures etc. as appropriate to enhance Countywide knowledge of trends and developments in the fields of accounting risk management and finance.
• Provide fiscal analysis in collaboration with the Human Resources Director attend and make presentations during labor negotiation meetings as requested by the HR Director.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and ability required.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and Practices of public administration public finance governmental accounting budgeting contract administration financial management and organizational development.
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and governmental accounting practices and standards.
• Principles and Practices of personnel management fiscal monitoring and control mechanisms.
• Laws relating to the financial administration of county government.

• Exhibit the highest degree of personal integrity and professional ethics.
• Support a collaborative and transparent organizational culture with a strong work ethic.
• Demonstrate people skills that are inclusionary support diversity and facilitate open dialogue while exercising a high degree of common sense and sound judgement.
• Be open honest direct and professional when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Establish a collaborative relationship with departmental representatives and other officials.
• Possess a high degree of creativity and innovation.
• Establish and maintain contact with outside agencies financial institutions consultants advisors and keep abreast of practices that impact County operations.
• Express ideas effectively in oral or written form including making presentations before various audiences and providing non-finance audiences the ability to understand complex finance issues.
• Exercise strong leadership skills and direct staff in managing a comprehensive spectrum of financial functions.
• Provide strategic leadership recommendations to the CAO.
• Exercise independent analysis and judgement and a high degree of adaptability to develop innovative approaches for resolving complete financial issues.
• Effectively manage and supervise overall county financial operations.
• Manage coordinate supervise and evaluate budget and other financial activities.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of county-wide fiscal policies that will adapt to internal and external policy changes or legal mandates.
• Provide financial advice to executive management including making and/or negotiating fiscal-and revenue-related decisions for budgetary and strategic planning.
• Use Microsoft Excel Word and financial software.

• Must possess a valid US drivers license upon date of application. Must obtain California drivers license following hire date per California DMV regulations.
• Possession of an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license issued by the State of Californias Board of Accountancy is desirable or other certifications within the fields of accounting finance and auditing.

• Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment including a computer; to visit various County and meeting sites; primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas is required; occasionally bend stoop kneel reach push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen;
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
• Finger dexterity is needed to access enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.
• Strength to lift carry push and pull materials and objects up to 10 pounds.

• Office environment with moderate noise levels controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
• Interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing county policies and procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOW TO APPLY

A complete original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for.Applicants must apply online through the Countys automated application system at must be submitted no later than the final filing date and time listed on the job flyer.

It is important that your application shows all the relevant education and experience you possess. Human Resources staff does not consider or review resumes or attachments. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

Please read the job requirements section of the announcement. Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process.

Your performance in any employment examinations will be compared with the performance of others who take the tests. The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

The County utilizes a set of rules to ensure that our hiring processes are fair and equitable. Applications will be screened and those considered qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received the selection process may consist of additional application screening written and/or practical exam(s) oral interview or any combination thereof.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does it take to fill out the application

Can I change my application after submitting it

How long until I hear back from you and how can I check for updates on my application

Will I be informed if I am not selected for an interview / Oral Exam

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Research indicates that individuals in protected classes can be less likely to submit a job application. The County of Humboldt is dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace where our employees are free to bring their full selves to work each day in an environment that allows them to reach their full potential. The County Board of Supervisors has made organizational commitments to Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and the County is working to ensure that these commitments are reflected in all we do. The County recognizes that certain populations (BIPOC Disabled Persons Veterans LGBTQIA community members etc.) face systemic and structural challenges which may inhibit their ability to satisfy every requirement of the recognition of these structural and systemic factors the Human Resources Department understands that experience can be gained in many ways oftentimes outside of formal institutions and strives to take a holistic approach in assessing an applicants qualifications for a position.

If youre excited about this role but your past work experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we strongly encourage you to apply.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The County of Humboldt is committed to providing equal access and opportunities in its programs activities and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of mental or physical disabilities. The Human Resources Department is located in the Humboldt County Courthouse which has an accessible entrance on 4th Street. Accessible parking is available adjacent to the 4th Street entrance and on the 4th Street side of the K Street lot. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. If invited to an examination and you are in need of a reasonable accommodation please contact Human Resources immediately at so arrangements can be made.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The county is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race religion or religious creed color age sex sexual orientation national origin ancestry marital status medical condition mental or physical disability military service or any other classification protected by federal state or local laws or ordinances.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION

A pre-employment medical examination provided by the County may be required upon offer of employment.

OTHER EXAMINATIONS

Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.

LICENSES

Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses. Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California drivers license.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

Persons appointed to regular County positions serve a probationary period. This is normally six (6) months but could be up to one (1) year. All designated safety employees serve a one-year probationary period.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

It is the Countys intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990. If you are offered employment you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States. For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS

All County of Humboldt employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). 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.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EXAMINATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HUMBOLDT COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM RULES.