SECTION CHIEF-Service Transaction and Asset Reconciliation Section

Job Posting: SECTION CHIEF-Service Transaction and Asset Reconciliation Section

Department of Transportation

JC-460072 - SECTION CHIEF-Service Transaction and Asset Reconciliation Section
ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR I (SUPERVISOR)

Final Filing Date: 12/27/2024

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Under the general supervision of an Accounting Administrator II, the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor) is responsible for planning and organizing the workload of the Service Transaction and Asset Recon Section. The incumbent will direct and evaluate professional staff engaged in complex fiscal accounting activities for Caltrans funds and asset general ledgers. The incumbent provides statewide direction to various departmental organizations and coordinates with external agencies to ensure compliance with budgetary and fiscal reporting requirements. Provides leadership and direction for capitalized asset accounting, direct transfers, ICRP and Distributed Programs.

Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of an Accounting Administrator II, the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor) is responsible for planning and organizing the workload of the Service Transaction and Asset Recon Section. The incumbent will direct and evaluate professional staff engaged in complex fiscal accounting activities for Caltrans funds and asset general ledgers. The incumbent provides statewide direction to various departmental organizations and coordinates with external agencies to ensure compliance with budgetary and fiscal reporting requirements. Provides leadership and direction for capitalized asset accounting, direct transfers, ICRP and Distributed Programs.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor) exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Working Conditions

Position located at 1820 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95816, Sacramento County
This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their work sites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Minimum Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
• Cover Letter, Resume, and State Application (STD Form 678).
• Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is required.

A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) IS REQUIRED. The SOQ must: be in 12 pt. Arial font; be no more than two (2) single-sided pages; be in narrative form (no bullet points). Only complete applications that include a SOQ will be reviewed and only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed.

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: 12/27/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(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.

Address for Mailing Application Packages:

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Transportation
Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact Certification Services
MS-90
P O Box 168036
Sacramento, CA 95816-8036

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages:

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Transportation
Caltrans DHR Contact
Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS
1727 30th Street, MS 90
Sacramento, CA 95816
Closed on weekends and State Holidays 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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:

• Leadership ability – takes initiative and works creatively with people to resolve work issues to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of California State budget, GAAP, GASB, SAM, UCM and the ability to apply fiscal policy to report criteria
• Knowledgeable with automated accounting systems and reporting tools
• Ability to maintain a positive outlook towards work challenges, while working in a fast-paced team environment
• Excellent research and analytical skills

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

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.