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Sheriff’s Office Finance Manager
Mason County Civil Service Commission
Posting #22-47
MASON COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Opening Date: June 1, 2022 Review Date: June 22, 2022 Open Until Filled
Department: Sheriff’s Office Monthly Salary: $5,528-6,727
JOB SUMMARY
Primarily serves as the Finance Manager under the direction of the Sheriff for all funds within the
Sheriff’s Office. This position participates in all major program management decisions having fiscal implications.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class. Position Description available in Human Resources)
Develops and directs day-to-day fiscal operations and policies, establishing and improving procedures, forms, and systems within the framework of the budgeting, accounting and reporting system for counties as required by the Division of Municipal Corporations of the State Auditor’s
Office. Initiates, develops and prepares required periodic and routine fiscal reports, financial reconciliations and management analysis reports. Provides financial management guidance to staff for long-term cyclical requirements, and determines staffing requirements for special fiscal projects.
Prepares the comprehensive annual financial reports for the Sheriff’s Office to ensure that the financial records comply with generally accepted accounting principles, state statutes and local policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Comprehensive Knowledge of: Federal state laws regarding governmental accounting procedures.
Professional accounting principles, practices and procedures. Principles and practices of administration, including budgeting, personnel and fiscal practices. State budgeting, accounting and reporting systems. Data processing principles and accounting applications. Modern supervisory practices and principles. Grant administration; Ability to: Plan, organize and oversee assigned work programs, including monitoring work schedules and evaluating the work of staff. Plan and evaluate operations and develop and implement corrective action to resolve problems. Analyze, interpret and prepare accounting reports and financial statements. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, Office managers, and the general public. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Six (6) years progressively responsible experience in governmental accounting and the Washington State Budgetary Accounting Reporting System;
Two (2) years lead or supervisory experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Pass a comprehensive background investigation, which shows no criminal activity that could directly impact ability to perform the job. A valid Washington State Driver’s License. Maintenance of current skills and additional training, as needed.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants are required to submit a Mason County Civil Service Application. You can find the Entry
Level Employment Application at https://masoncountywa.gov/civil-service/jobs/index.php The completed application may include additional pages of employment history using the application
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format, and a resume may be attached. The completed application will be used as the primary document to determine if minimum qualifications are met for this recruitment. Misrepresentation, incomplete, or inaccurate entries may be the cause of application rejection, removal from the employment list, or discharge from county service. Applicants will be screened based upon education, experience, and minimum requirements. The candidates that meet the minimum qualifications will be scheduled for a written test. Anyone that scores a 70% or above will be scheduled for an oral board Interview. Scores of the written and oral board will be combined for a final score.
Return Applications to: Mason County Civil Service
Mailing Address – 411 North 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584
Physical Address – 423 North 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584 civilservice @ masoncountywa.gov Phone-(360) 427-9670 X 268 Fax-(360) 427-8439
Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action Employer Drug-free Work Environment
This information does not constitute an expressed or implied contract or offer of employment. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
Application Instructions – Carefully read the posting and note the minimum qualifications and the selection process.
Please indicate all relevant education and experience on the application. A County application is always required and is utilized as the primary document to determine if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications. Resumes can be included as a supplement but cannot be used in lieu of completing the application. Applications must be entirely completed, and
“see resume” will not be acceptable. Applicants applying for more than one position must complete a separate application for each position. Applications must be signed and dated, and returned to the Human Resources Department on or before the closing date. Completed applications should be submitted or mailed to: Mason County Civil Service, 411 North Fifth
Street, Shelton, WA 98584, or email: civilservice @ masoncountywa.gov
Applicant Qualifications – All candidates must meet minimum requirements. Often, the most competitive applicants will possess qualifications far exceeding the required minimum.
Authorization to Work – Successful candidates must present documentation proving authorization to work in the United
States (as required by federal law).
Work Environment – Mason County maintains a drug-free work environment and prohibits smoking in all County buildings.
“At-will” Positions – Some positions are considered “at-will” or at the pleasure of the employer. Therefore, the County does not need to establish “just cause” or “cause” to terminate the employment relationship. Selection to at-will position does not create or constitute an employment contract or agreement.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity – Mason County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran’s status, disability, or any other bias prohibited by federal, state or local law.
Accommodation – Applicants with a disability requiring accommodation during the selection process should notify the
Human Resources Department at (360) 427-9670 Ext. 268.
Health Insurance – Regular full-time employees and their qualifying dependents are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. Some regular part-time employees may receive the same coverage. Employees may partially contribute premiums depending upon the type of coverage selected.
Paid Leave – Sick leave, holidays, and vacation are provided in accordance with the County policy or union contracts.
Vacation accrual rates increase at regular intervals based on length of service with the County.
Retirement Plan – All regular Mason County employees are enrolled in the Washington State Public Employee’s
Retirement System (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF). The County and employees contribute jointly to the plans.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $5,528.00 – $6,727.00 per month
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