FISCAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST

OVERVIEW

POSITION INFORMATION
The successful candidate will perform fiscal, analytical, planning, and coordination work for a variety of fiscal programs. Work requires knowledge and experience that is specific to the various programs. The specialized tasks involve interpretation of policies, procedures and regulations, coordination/administration, independent functioning and public contact. Work is performed under direct supervision and on a fairly independent basis with minimal direction and guidance.

Applications will be reviewed in the week of October 28 and interviews will be held in the week of November 4.

Learn more about the Treasurer's Office at: Treasurer Department (kitsap.gov)

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED and
• Four years of fiscal/accounting experience utilizing MS excel and other fiscal software programs; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills and ability required to perform the work.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, OR QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous government experience.
• Experience supporting all aspects of assigned projects/programs, including coordination, research, customer service, organization, and meeting deadlines.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to effectively organize multiple work assignments, involving competing priorities, to produce work products that are accurate, of high quality, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently without regular direction and troubleshoot problems in assigned area of responsibility.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to develop and deliver presentations to executive audiences.
• Knowledge of basic accounting and mathematics; reviewing and verifying accounting information and performing a variety of calculations for payroll, taxes, and invoices
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships as required by work assignments.
• Skill in following clearly stated oral and written instructions or procedures
• Skill in gathering, manipulating and using data utilizing a computer and other tools.
• Skill in providing program advice and education to the public.
• Knowledge of County, State, and Federal laws and regulations pertaining to the program.
• Knowledge of investigative research methods.
• Knowledge of principles and methods associated with public information dissemination.

Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements
Please note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements.
Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:

• Submit copies of valid certifications and/or official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
• Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
• Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration.
• Driving record review to verify their eligibility to drive for Kitsap County.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• The duties in this position are performed in an office setting utilizing standard office equipment.
• Work is primarily conducted in the office, but it may occasionally need to be done remotely during regular working hours at the Treasurer's discretion.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

In this role, you will have opportunity to:

• Responsible for various programs, such as: Monthly Prepayment, LIDs, and Tax Title. Serve as primary contact with program participants; provide information regarding program policies and activities; perform a variety of public relations functions; Compose correspondence, printed materials, and/or news releases related to program policies, procedures, and operations; edit materials for accuracy, appearance, readability, and style; Coordinate program activities and interact knowledgeably with other parties such as affected County departments, other agencies and governmental authorities, vendors, creditors, lien holders, surveyors, title companies, the public, etc.
• Receive, screen, and direct calls. Conduct computer searches for information. Reply to inquiries and provide information to explain procedures or refer the customer to the appropriate source of information. Researching questions and issues and providing response and recommendations.
• Receive, receipt, and calculate various payments, fees, and/or fines. Audit and prepare fiscal reports. Use spreadsheets to track, analyze, and report information. Prepare and provide monthly financial reports to the special purpose districts.
• Calculate payroll, taxes, personal or real property taxes due, and/or AP/AR functions; verify accuracy of others' calculations; process changes or corrections. Perform financial, payroll, reconcile or other financial/numeric work, requiring the application of accepted bookkeeping or basic accounting methods and applications. Reconciles accounts and processes payroll, accounts payables and receivables. Data Entry into financial systems.
• Provide a full range of general administrative duties by entering records, preparing and completing forms, reports, letters, and written or electronic correspondence. Use spreadsheets to track, calculate, analyze, and report information. Prepare payment batches for scanning. Maintain and destroy records following established policies, procedures and guidelines.

OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION

• Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
• This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 1308 and the Kitsap County Personnel Manual . Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions. Employees joining the union will be required to pay union dues through payroll deduction. Membership in the (union/guild) is optional.
• Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
• This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
• Work is primarily conducted in the office, but it may occasionally need to be done remotely during regular working hours at the Treasurer's discretion.
• Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.

At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

County Paid Benefits Include:
Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)
Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette
Vision - VSP
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)
MetLife Long Term Disability
Voya Voluntary Insurance
Transportation incentives
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Assistance Program
Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx
Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide .

*Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense

Retirement:
Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.

Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program

Holidays
11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year

Vacation Leave
New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:

Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)
Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)
Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)
Sick Leave
All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next.

***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated***

Additional compensation that you may be eligible for:
Shift differential
Overtime
Stand by pay
Call-back pay

Current County Employees
If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status.

Union Membership
This position is covered under AFSCME Local 1308 Courthouse Employees collective bargaining agreement. To view the bargaining agreement please visit our website: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Collective-Bargaining-Agreements.aspx

NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx

Closing Date/Time: 10/28/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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