Public Works Finance Officer - County of Riverside
Moreno Valley, CA 92551
About the Job
The Department of Waste Resources has an opening for a Public Works Finance Officer (PWFO) located in Riverside.
The PWFO will oversee the Department's $150 million budget, General Accounting, Procurement, Gate Fee, and the Recycling, Disposal, and Reconciliation sections, maintaining procurement processes, disposal fees, and jurisdictional reporting, while identifying ways to optimize resource allocation, including through process improvements. Reporting to the Assistant General Manager the PWFO will evaluate and report the on the overall financial position and operational results of programs and projects.
Competitive candidates will have extensive experience in governmental accounting with the ability to evaluate and develop sustainable financial plans that ensure the long-term viability of waste management programs.
This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311 of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.
Meet the Team!
The Department of Waste Resources serves the County's solid waste disposal needs by providing for efficient and effective landfilling of County non-hazardous waste, protecting the environment, and promoting recycling in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Review and evaluate the effectiveness of all financial and accounting systems within the Department and establish procedures to ensure reporting compliance with local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Direct the development and implementation of accounting and controlling systems, policies, and procedures; advise executive level management on the financial consequence of both proposed and implemented policy decisions.
• As a member of the management team, participate in the development and implementation of the operating and administrative policies, potential new programs to facilitate long and short-term strategies and financial plan objectives, including major financial plans such as capital expenditures.
• Recommend fees and policies for various services based on cost experience, projected trends and financial objectives; plan, organize and administer the Department's annual budget.
• Monitor and report deviations from approved budgets and recommend corrective measures; investigate and recommend methods of financing capital expenditures.
• Review, monitor and direct the productivity and performance of assigned departments and provide direction as necessary; establish internal controls to monitor and safeguard the financial assets.
• Coordinate with the designated Technology Officer to ensure the development of data information systems which accurately and efficiently compile, record and report financial data in conjunction with the County Financial System.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of a variety of complex fiscal and management reports and correspondence; perform special studies as assigned by executive level management, including periodic reports which reflect the overall financial position.
• Participate as a member of the management team overseeing consistency in fiscal activities of the Department; may represent the Department at meetings and conferences.
• Manage the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Department and its presentation to Government Finance Officers Association and other governing bodies.
• Direct the Department's purchasing operation and coordinate the interaction with appropriate County Departments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with major in finance, accounting, business administration, or a closely related field to the assignment.
Experience: Five years of fiscal experience in an administrative or managerial capacity in a governmental agency which includes responsibility for, and participation in, financial management including budget preparation, execution and control. At least two years of this experience must include responsibility for supervising professional accountants. (A master's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, business administration, or a closely related field to the assignment may substitute for one year of the required non-supervisory experience.)
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of budgeting and financial management; general and governmental accounting principles and standards; federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations relating to Public Works operations (e.g., Flood Control, Waste Resources, Transportation); federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations relating to Payroll, Purchasing and Human Resources, as applicable for the hiring within a Public Works Department; cost accounting applications and operations; modern office practices, forms and equipment, including the application of data processing systems to the accounting, budget, and other financial functions; principles of supervision and staff utilization.
Ability to: Analyze, plan and direct financial operations; develop and monitor a fiscal system which complies with various local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations; analyze organizational, administrative and budgetary matters and recommend effective courses of action; establish and maintain effective working relationships; prepare comprehensive, clear and concise reports and correspondence; speak effectively.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Angela Tavaglione at atavaglione@rivco.org or at (951) 966-3590.
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference.The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com .
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MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013.Effective July 1, 2023, the employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
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If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.
ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to <108>108 or more months = 12.00 Hours
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.
-Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information..