Job Summary This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and administering a variety of advanced administrative, accounting and financial support activities within the Business Services Division. Responsibilities include project/task planning, design, recommendation, implementation and day to day administration of program responsibilities. This position is represented by Local 307CO - Washington State Council of County and City Employees. Qualifications
Education and Experience: Three to five years of responsible and advanced administrative, accounting and financial experience. Specialized experience in accounting, finance, budgeting, and compliance is highly desirable. Smartsheet and Workday financial platform knowledge or experience is a plus; knowledge of power queries and data management is also a plus. Other combinations of education or experience, which would demonstrate the ability to perform the work, will be considered.
Knowledge of: applicable computer applications/technology, principles and practices of public sector organization and some specifics relating to program operations; planning, scheduling, monitoring and problem solving; research techniques and data analysis; budget tracking, justification and control; application of County state and federal laws and regulation relevant to the program/project area; departmental policies and procedures, trends and practices within the specialized area.
Ability to: manage multiple projects with changing priorities and deadlines; incorporate critical thinking, decision making, and problem-solving skills; establish and maintain effective and timely manner; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, and other County staff; communicate and express ideas effectively, orally and in writing.
Selection Process: Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application. Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process. Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process. Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process. Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education. It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.
First review of candidates will be December 2nd. This recruitment will remain open until an adequate number of applications are received. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first review date. Examples of Duties
Duties may include but are not limited to the following: - Coordinates and completes a set of complex processes to support the work of the Business Services Division; develops or recommends new processes, systems and work procedures.
- Researches, recommends and implements revisions to office systems, procedures and policies; interprets laws, regulations, policies and department procedures to the public and other staff.
- Assists with administrative tasks related to personnel, budgeting and facilities.
- Trains staff in the use of computer macros, templates, software, and data entry procedures, hardware and well as County department/division rules and regulations.
- Acts as project coordinator on major administrative projects.
- May assume charge of support functions and staff in the absence of a manager.
- Develops and maintains databases for tracking departmental/program information; creates and produces complex reports from databases as required and necessary.
- Researches, interprets, prepares and maintains a variety of information and documents requiring knowledge of Business Services Division role supporting other Public Works divisions.
- Works with other departments, agencies or external contacts to research or coordinate work assignments.
- Compiles data, prepares documents and monitors expenditures to assist in the budget process. Researches and tracks a variety of information throughout the year.
- Composes complex detailed documents including letters, memos, minutes and other material from draft, dictation or general instructions.
- Proofreads and edits documents, presentation materials, brochures and other materials for grammar, clarity, punctuation and spelling; examines documents for completeness and accuracy.
- Gathers and compiles information and prepares reports and analyses in response to problems or as assigned.
- Coordinates and organizes meetings, activities and functions; schedules room, assures notification of participants, arranges for necessary equipment and supplies.
- Performs related duties as required.
Salary Grade Local 307.7 Salary Range $25.73 - $34.74- per hour Close Date Open Until FilledRecruiter Rori Jones
Email: ...@clark.wa.gov
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Retirement Information All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work.
Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) ###-####; Relay (800) ###-####.