Education Fiscal Services Consultant at California Department of Education
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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.
Randi Thompson, EEO Officer
(916) 445-9174
oeoinfo@cde.ca.gov
Job Description and Duties
This is a reposting. If you previously submitted an application for this position, you do not need to reapply.
Do you want to be part of an outstanding team that support the state's 2,000+ local educational agencies in providing a world-class education to all California's students? Are you passionate about problem solving and data accuracy to fund California schools? If you are interested in working in an exciting environment surrounded by a team of enthusiastic and self-motivated people, then look no further! The School Fiscal Services Division (SFSD) of the California Department of Education is the right team for you. SFSD core values include Teamwork, Integrity, Customer Service, and Continuous Improvement.Under the direction of the Education Fiscal Services Administrator of the Categorical Allocations and Audit Resolution Office in the School Fiscal Services Division, this position is responsible for addressing a variety of sensitive and complex fiscal issues and must provide expert assistance to local educational agency (LEA) governing board members and administrators on such issues as they relate to K–12 education funding and school finance. The incumbent must be able to work independently, as well as with a team of consultants, and keep the Administrator apprised of emerging issues and current legislation, law, regulations, and practices.
Some of the key duties will include: 1) The ability to understand, interpret, and apply state and federal laws and regulations as they pertain to categorical programs. 2) The ability to develop, document, and communicate complex processes and detailed procedures.3) The ability to calculate entitlements and compose apportionment letters, notices, schedules, and related documents to apportion funding. 4) The ability to identify data sets required to calculate categorical allocations. 5) The ability to use Microsoft Excel to manipulate and join data sets, develop complex formulas, ensure accurate results, and display data in a consistent and professional format. 6) A thorough understanding of the contents and provisions of the annual state budget act and related legislation as they relate to funding and programs in education, and of the budget and legislative enactment processes. 7) The ability to understand, interpret, and apply state and federal laws and regulations as they pertain to categorical programs. 8) The ability to develop, document, and communicate complex processes and detailed procedures.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position is eligible for remote-centered hybrid telework up to three days per week; minimum two days per week in the office.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.Additional Documents
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-363627
Position #(s):
174-260-2898-XXX
Working Title:
Education Fiscal Services Consultant
Classification:
EDUCATION FISCAL SERVICES CONSULTANT
$7,538.00 - $9,435.00 A
EDUCATION FISCAL SERVICES ASSISTANT
$5,411.00 - $6,769.00 A
$6,532.00 - $8,176.00 B
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
School Fiscal Services Division
Department Information
The California Department of Education (CDE) oversees the state's diverse and dynamic public school system, which is responsible for the education of more than six million children and young adults in more than 10,000 schools with 295,000 teachers. The CDE and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction are responsible for enforcing education law and regulations; and for continuing to reform and improve public elementary school programs, secondary school programs, adult education, some preschool programs, and child care programs. The CDE's mission is to provide a world-class education for all students, from early childhood to adulthood. The CDE serves our state by innovating and collaborating with educators, schools, parents, and community partners, preparing students to live, work, and thrive in a highly connected world.
http://www.cde.ca.gov/
Special Requirements
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following:
1. What skills and experience related to LEA business practices, such as accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, public school law and finance, and financial management do you possess that would assist you in succeeding in this position?
2. Describe your experience working with staff and management to develop and implement a new program or project. Include any experience related to reading and interpreting state and/or federal laws and regulations.
3. Describe your experience writing technical policy, fiscal, and/or accounting guidance, including letters, memos, procedures, and web content.
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: 6/27/2023Who 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).
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 Education
Attn: C&P PC 2464/JC-363627
1430 N Street, Ste. 1802
Sacramento, CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Education
Attn: C&P PC 2464/JC-363627
1430 N Street (Lobby Drop-Off Box)
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 PMRequired Application Package DocumentsThe 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 required and must be included.
- Other - Cover Letter
- Statement of Qualifications -
A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS IS REQUIRED. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions. Applications without the SOQ will not be considered.
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:
Knowledge of K–12 principles, practices and trends relating to LEA financial management and fiscal services; public school law and finance; methods of financial and statistical analysis; statewide financial assistance programs for school districts; statewide legislative processes; and an understanding of data processing systems, electronic transmission of data, and communications systems. Ability to: interpret data, solve administrative and fiscal problems, speak and write effectively; establish and maintain cooperative relations with local, state, and federal officials and agencies; provide leadership and direction to local educational agencies; and work collegially and effectively with unit staff as well as top administrative personnel in the Department and other agencies, exercising tact, resourcefulness, and good judgment.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
William Douglas
(916) 322-7617 ext:
WDouglas@cde.ca.gov
William Douglas
(916) 322-7617 ext:
WDouglas@cde.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:Randi Thompson, EEO Officer
(916) 445-9174
oeoinfo@cde.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
Individuals must have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Open Examinations - Jobs at CDE (CA Dept of Education)
NOTE: Examination packages are temporarily being accepted electronically. You can submit your examination package electronically to the restricted mailbox at CDEEXAMS@cde.ca.gov, or submit it by mail or in person with the attention to:
California Department of Education
Examination and Recruitment Office
1430 N Street, Suite 1802
Sacramento, CA 95814
Education Fiscal Services Consultant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=2EDAA
Education Fiscal Services Assistant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=1EDCC
Additional Application Information
- How to Apply for state jobs: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Landing/Jobs/Steps.aspx
- Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers Account is highly recommended.
- Important: Make sure your contact information, i.e., address, phone number(s), etc., is current in your CalCareers Account.
- DO NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State Application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, age, student identification number, driver license (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, and marital status.
- Incomplete or late application packages will NOT be considered.
- In order for experience to be considered, applications must be completed fully, including the “From” and “To” employment dates, “Hours Per Week”, employer contact information, and “Duties Performed" fields for all jobs listed in the “Employment History” (Resumes do not take the place of these fields on the STD. 678).
- If you choose to not submit electronically and are mailing or dropping off your hard copy State Application (STD. 678), please use the revised 12/2021 version.
- If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation.
Requirements / Qualifications
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 required and must be included. Other - Cover Letter Statement of Qualifications - A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS IS REQUIRED. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions. Applications without the SOQ will not be considered.
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following: 1. What skills and experience related to LEA business practices, such as accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, public school law and finance, and financial management do you possess that would assist you in succeeding in this position? 2. Describe your experience working with staff and management to develop and implement a new program or project. Include any experience related to reading and interpreting state and/or federal laws and regulations. 3. Describe your experience writing technical policy, fiscal, and/or accounting guidance, including letters, memos, procedures, and web content.
Requirements / Qualifications
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 required and must be included. Other - Cover Letter Statement of Qualifications - A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS IS REQUIRED. Please see the Special Requirements section for instructions. Applications without the SOQ will not be considered.
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS Interested individuals MUST submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with their application. Resumes, letters, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should have a title of “Statement of Qualifications, Your Name,” be no more than 2 pages, no smaller than 12-point font, and address the following: 1. What skills and experience related to LEA business practices, such as accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, public school law and finance, and financial management do you possess that would assist you in succeeding in this position? 2. Describe your experience working with staff and management to develop and implement a new program or project. Include any experience related to reading and interpreting state and/or federal laws and regulations. 3. Describe your experience writing technical policy, fiscal, and/or accounting guidance, including letters, memos, procedures, and web content.
Comments and Other Information
Examination Information
Individuals must have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Open Examinations - Jobs at CDE (CA Dept of Education)
NOTE: Examination packages are temporarily being accepted electronically. You can submit your examination package electronically to the restricted mailbox at CDEEXAMS@cde.ca.gov, or submit it by mail or in person with the attention to:
California Department of Education
Examination and Recruitment Office
1430 N Street, Suite 1802
Sacramento, CA 95814
Education Fiscal Services Consultant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=2EDAA
Education Fiscal Services Assistant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=1EDCC
Comments and Other Information
Examination Information
Individuals must have taken and passed an examination to obtain list eligibility for the classification in order to apply. The examination bulletin(s) may be viewed on the California Department of Education Web page at: Open Examinations - Jobs at CDE (CA Dept of Education)
NOTE: Examination packages are temporarily being accepted electronically. You can submit your examination package electronically to the restricted mailbox at CDEEXAMS@cde.ca.gov, or submit it by mail or in person with the attention to:
California Department of Education
Examination and Recruitment Office
1430 N Street, Suite 1802
Sacramento, CA 95814
Education Fiscal Services Consultant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=2EDAA
Education Fiscal Services Assistant: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.aspx?examCD=1EDCC