DEPARTMENT FINANCE OFFICER

Salary: $4,674.29 - $5,965.11 Biweekly
Location : City of Stockton, CA
Job Type: At-Will
Job Number: 0325-07253
Department: Community Services
Opening Date: 03/14/2025
Closing Date: 3/28/2025 5:30 PM Pacific

DEFINITION

OPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY

FLSA Status: Exempt

FUTURE SALARY INCREASES:

• Effective 7/1/2025, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment

INCENTIVES FOR NEW EMPLOYEES:

• Sign on Bonus - $2,000
• 40 hours of sick leave for immediate use

FUTURE INCENTIVES:

• Employee employed as of 7/1/2025 will receive $2,000 lump sum

Under the supervision of the Director of Community Services, the incumbent prepares and maintains department budget; produces financial reports for council and advisory boards; manages staff in budget and fiscal units in the department including payroll, accounts payable, and some administration services; recommends fiscal strategies to adapt to changing needs; performs the most complex accounting functions; and performs other related work as assigned.

The incumbent will work a City of Stockton 9/80 schedule: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday; and 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. Fridays, with every other Friday off.

This is an At-Will (Unclassified/Unrepresented/MV) position. Only those applicants who best fit the needs of the City will be referred to the hiring department. (Applicants who fail to fully complete the on-line application/supplemental questionnaire will be subject to rejection.)

Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is an at-will classification that manages the department's budget, finance, and some administrative staff. The classification is distinguished by its administrative responsibilities for financial activities and encompasses a wide variety of fiscal, administrative and business management responsibilities in the department. The incumbent is responsible for developing goals and objectives, supervising staff, administering the department's annual budget, and financial operations while maintaining close coordination with City administrative, budget and financial services. Assignments allow for a high degree of administrative decision making in their execution.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)

• Serves as Finance Officer for assigned Department with responsibility for all department financial operations and interactions with the Administrative Services Department.
• Develops and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for the City and the assigned Department; prepares and administers the department annual budget.
• Plans, organizes, assigns, directs, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned staff; selects personnel and provides for their training and professional development; assures department compliance with City policies, grant requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations relating to finance.
• Provides professional assistance to department staff on financial and related matters in areas of responsibility.
• Implements policies, procedures, and systems pertaining to budgeting, financial recordkeeping, controls and reporting; provides comprehensive financial management services and solves varied budgeting, accounting, financial reporting and collections problems.
• Conducts or coordinates financial and other studies; develops and reviews reports of findings, alternatives and recommendations.
• Manages staff responsible for the purchase, storage and issuance of supplies, materials and equipment used by the assigned Department.
• Manages staff responsible for the maintenance of department property records and inventories.
• Makes presentations of the department financial status and operations; when directed, represents the department in meetings with governmental agencies and professional, and business organizations.
• Monitors developments related to finance and accounting matters; evaluates their impact upon the department's financial programs and recommends and implements policy and procedural improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience
Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in accounting, public administration, business administration, finance or a closely related field and five (5) years of senior management or supervisory experience in accounting, financial management, or budgeting, preferably in a public agency or governmental setting. Experience in municipal finance, and public agencies or governmental settings is highly preferred. A Master's degree and possession of valid California registration as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) are desirable.
Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and theory of public administration, general fund, government contract administration and government accounting;
• Principles and practices of business computer user applications;
• Applicable city, state and federal laws and regulations relating to municipal budgeting;
• Organizational planning techniques, including staffing, goals, objectives, and work standards development;
• Laws regulating the investment of public funds;
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program and budget development, and implementation and employee supervision;
• General principles and practices of procurement and risk management; and
• Effective written and verbal presentation skills.

Skill in:

• Planning, organizing and directing a wide variety of financial and budgetary activities;
• Evaluating financial data and programs to provide recommendations for improvements;
• Interpreting, explaining, and applying city, state and federal laws regulating City financial accounting, reporting and recordkeeping, investment of funds and borrowing;
• Planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing, and evaluating work of assigned staff;
• Selecting, motivating, and disciplining staff and providing for their training and professional development;
• Evaluating the earning potential of tax-exempt investments and directing investment activities; and
• Representing the City effectively in contacts with governmental and regulatory agencies, outside consultants and counsel, and business and professional groups.

Physical/Mental Abilities:

• Mobility - Frequent sitting for long periods of time while operating a keyboard; occasional standing and walking for long periods of time;
• Lifting - Occasional lifting of 10 pounds or less;
• Vision - Constant use of overall visual capabilities; ability to read and produce printed material and information displayed on a visual display terminal;
• Dexterity - Frequent holding, grasping, repetitive motion and writing;
• Hearing/Talking - Constant hearing and talking of normal speech, frequently over noise, in person by telephone, and in group settings.
• Special Requirements - May require weekend or evening work;
• Emotional/Psychological - Constant concentration and decision making; frequent public contact; may work alone, and occasional traveling;
• Environmental Conditions - Occasional to frequent exposure to noise, outdoor conditions; occasional to moderate risk of exposure to hazardous materials, dirt, dust, poor ventilation, and indoor cold/heat; and
• Working Conditions - Typically moderately quiet, but may be loud at times and at some locations.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirement of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.
The Process:

Only those applicants who best fit the needs of the City will be considered for this career opportunity. Applications, cover letters, supplemental questionnaires, and any other supplemental documentation will be reviewed and only the most qualified applicants will be referred to the Community Services Department.
Evidence of Bachelor's degree (unofficial transcripts/grade report/copy of diploma) required as part of the application process and must be submitted by the final filing date.
ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL ONLINE CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION. (DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME" ON YOUR APPLICATION OR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.) INCOMPLETE AND/OR FALSIFIED APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTALS WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMES ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY.
The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.
NOTE:

• After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this notice as proof of filing.
• Notification and correspondence will be sent via email only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is being received.
• NeoGov.com: You will receive correspondence via the e-mail address you placed on your application. Some e-mail accounts have been known to place these e-mails in the spam/junk file. Please check your e-mail folders or accept e-mails ending with neogov.com.

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.
This position is Exempt from FLSA (Fair Labor and Standards Act) and does not qualify for overtime compensation and is subject to Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) annual filing requirements. Please see the FPPC website,www.fppc.ca.gov, for more information.
UNREPRESENTED - MIDDLE MANAGEMENT
NOTE: Employee Benefits are subject to change and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation benefits currently in effect,
01

Application Authenticity
The Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the application process; accordingly, it should be completed carefully. It must be submitted with your official employment application. Do not indicate "see resume" as an answer to any of these questions.

• I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

02

This position requires five (5) years of senior management or supervisory experience in accounting, financial management, or budgeting, preferably in a public agency or governmental setting. Experience in municipal finance, a public agency or government settings is highly preferred. Note: This experience must be clearly detailed on the work history section of your application. Do not state 'refer to resume' on your application.Do you understand and meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03

This positions requires you possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, business or public administration, finance, or a related field.Do you possess this required degree?

• Yes
• No

04

Proof of Education:
All applicants are required to submit proof of education (unofficial transcripts, grade report or copy of diploma) as part of the application process. Proof of education is required only if you attended an accredited college or university. Failure to submit the required documents by the final filing date will result in application denial. You may submit the required documentation in one of the following ways:

Scan and attach to online application (preferred); or

Email to elizabeth.martinez@stocktonca.gov by the final filing date (use Department Finance Officer in the subject line of the email).

• I understand I must submit the required proof of education before the final filing deadline. I further understand that failure to provide this documentation will result in the rejection of my application.

05

The minimum qualifications for this position requires education from an accredited college or university. If offered this position, you will be required to submit an "official transcript" from an accredited college or university validating your level of college education.

• I understand the above and will submit an "official transcript" upon request.

06

*ACCREDITATION:
Accredited colleges or universities are those that have been examined by a third-party accrediting agency to ensure acceptable levels of quality. Accreditation ensures that a degree obtained outside of the United States is equivalent to a degree obtained within the United States.

The City of Stockton requires degrees from educational institutions that have been accredited by a national or regional accrediting agency in the United States that is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and/or U.S. Department of Education as a "reliable authority as to the quality of postsecondary education."

If you have received your postsecondary education from an institution that may not be accredited in the United States, it is your responsibility to provide proof of U.S. accreditation by the closing date and time of this recruitment.

You may contact the City of Stockton Human Resources office for an illustrative list of organizations that evaluate foreign colleges.

• I understand this requirement and will provide the necessary documentation if required.

07

A Master's degree and possession of valid California registration as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) are desirable. Please check below if you posses either of these (check all that apply)

• I possess a Master's degree in accounting, public administration, business administration, finance or a closely related field
• I possess a valid California registration as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• I do not possess either of the above

08

Resume and Cover Letter:All applicants are required to submit a resume as part of the application process. Failure to submit the required information will result in rejection from the process. DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO THE FINAL FILING DATE.You may submit the required documentation in one of the following ways: 1. Scan and attach to online application;2. Email to elizabeth.martinez@stocktonca.gov; (Type "Department Finance Officer" in the subject line of your email)
3. Hand deliver to the City of Stockton Human Resources Department, 400 E. Main St, 3rd Floor, Stockton, CA, 95202, Attn: Elizabeth Martinez

• I understand and will comply with this requirement.

09

List the number of employees for each agency or organization in which you have worked and the amount of the annual budget for which you were responsible.
10

Please indicate your government agency work experience.

• Local
• County
• State
• Federal
• N/A

11

This position requires a valid California Class C driver's license. Do you possess, or can you obtain prior to appointment, a valid California Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

12

The City of Stockton requires employees in this position to reasonably respond to emergencies at all times. Employees will be required to maintain primary residence within 45 minutes of City Hall in order to timely respond to emergencies and meet the health, safety, and welfare needs of the City. New employees have up to three (3) months from date of hire to comply with the requirement. Any interested candidates must be willing to adhere to this requirement throughout the duration of employment.

• I understand and agree to this requirement.

Required Question