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Recruitment #22-703020-B1
Approximate Salary | $24.95 - $30.63/hour |
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Opening Date | 11/4/2022 10:15:00 AM |
Final Filing Date | 1/17/2023 4:00:00 PM |
Contact Information | Jennifer Valencia 707-784-3406 |
Type of Recruitment | Open until Filled |
WHY JOIN US AT SOLANO COUNTY?
COMMITMENT TO SERVICE: Our mission is to
serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work
and play.
We serve the public in many different ways, including:
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Providing primary medical, dental, substance abuse,
mental health and social services to residents, including the uninsured, low-income,
and medically underserved, and administering federal, state, and local public
assistance programs
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Providing law enforcement services in the
unincorporated area of the county
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Protecting the community from public health threats
such as communicable diseases
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Coordinating countywide responses to domestic violence
and terrorism or other emergencies
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Managing the criminal justice process after arrest
(jail, prosecution, defense, probation)
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Supporting other local governments through efficient
property tax collection as mandated by the State, County and local
jurisdictions; and,
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Administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and
Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building
construction, and land use planning
OUR EMPLOYEES: Our diverse workforce is committed to fulfilling this mission and does so by exemplifying our IDEAL Core Values, engaging in our day to day work of serving the public with Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership.
To learn more about Solano County, please visit: www.solanocounty.com
ACCOUNTING CLERK II (Click to view job description)
Under general supervision, an Accounting Clerk II, performs financial clerical, bookkeeping and statistical reporting tasks, as well as processes financial records/transactions of moderate complexity; applies arithmetic skills and understanding of record keeping systems and related transactions.
This class is the journey level in the Accounting series and is characterized by the responsibility to perform bookkeeping and statistical record-keeping tasks. Positions in this class deal with relationships that involve several concrete variables in standardized situations and regularly make decisions that may affect the quality, accuracy or utility of results. Work is generally standardized, but requires the application of various established rules and procedures. This class is distinguished from the Accounting Clerk III in that the latter functions with a higher level of independence and performs the most complex bookkeeping and statistical record-keeping functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or GED; supplemented by one (1) year full-time work experience as an Accounting Clerk I or equivalent OR
Six (6) months full time work experience as an Accounting Clerk I or equivalent AND 6 semester units or 9 quarter units in principles of accounting courses from an accredited college.
The current vacancy is in the Treasure Tax Collector County Clerk Department, but the eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur throughout the County.
2022 Benefits Summary (Click to view the benefits summary)
Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage $1,671.27 per month for 2022. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage. The County may offer a supplemental contribution for employees enrolled in Employee plus Two or More coverage.
Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.
Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security.
The County observes 12 full day fixed and 2 half day fixed paid holidays per year. Additionally, employees in this bargaining unit receive 2 floating paid holiday(s) per year.
Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year.
Sick leave accrues at approximately 3.08 hours per pay period.
Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years.
Extra-help employees who work less than 29 hours per week do not typically receive or accrue benefits of regular employees during their period of employment. All extra-help employees accrue .034 hours of Paid Time Off for every full hour worked.
2022 Extra Help Benefits Summary
CULTURE OF LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Solano County is committed to “Invest In and For the Future” by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization. While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs:
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Annual Education Fair
• County Mentoring Program
• Leadership Academy
• Supervisory Trainings
• Skill Development Trainings
• Self-paced learning opportunities
ACCOUNTING CLERK II (BILINGUAL SPANISH) SELECTION PROCESS
11/21/2022 – 5:00PM Deadline for first review of applications and required education documents
Second Review - 12/05/2022
Third Review - 12/19/2022
Fourth Review - 01/03/2023
Test: A two-part online test will be sent to those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. For those who pass the online exam, the bilingual exam will be scheduled the following week.
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
Please visit the County of Solano website: www.jobsatsolanocounty.com
Applications must be submitted through the JobAps system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Accounting Clerk II - Bilingual Spanish) and the recruitment number (22-703020-B1) in your email or fax, and are due by the application review date.
Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.
Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA.
Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.
All candidates qualifying for the position under the education requirement must submit a copy of their official or unofficial transcripts (verifying the institution, student, courses and units completed) by the final filing date. Candidates who fail to submit their transcripts by the final filing date will be disqualified from the recruitment.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.
Submitting Documents
In addition to uploading attachments when applying online,
candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Accounting Clerk II - Bilingual Spanish) and the recruitment number (22-703020-B1) in your email or fax.
To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181
consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and
have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under
honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD
214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN
RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE.
Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a
recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits
for service connected reasons.
Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an
honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points
added to their combined score. Disabled
veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added
to their combined score. Veteran’s
preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open
examinations.
It is the policy of Solano County that all employment
decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County
employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job
related merit, and ability to perform the job.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following form: Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form
This form must be received in the Human Resources Department
by the final filing date of the recruitment.
Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
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OUR COMMUNITY
Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play… The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People for six straight years—the only California community with that distinction.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
County Population (2019): 447,643
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