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Job Description
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Tulare County Association of Governments (TCAG). The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.
Current vacancy is with the Tulare County Association of Governments (TCAG) located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.
Typical Duties- Maintain TCAG, TCTA and LAFCO financial records and accounts using manual and/or automated systems.
- Prepare accounting entries for revenue and expenditures, transfer of funds, worksheets to reconcile accounts, analysis of revenue and expenditures, and all necessary schedules.
- Maintain claims using manual and/or automated systems.
- Examine TCAG, TCTA and LAFCO accounting procedures and make recommendations for improvement in recording and reporting financial transactions.
Coordinate and incorporate TCAG, TCTA and LAFCO accounting procedures with applicable County accounting policies and procedures.
- Assist in planning, designing, and developing appropriate manuals and/or automated accounting subsystems for TCAG, TCTA, LAFCO and subcontracting agencies, and coordinate and incorporate with various County departments as applicable
Level I: For a full list of duties for this position, please click here .
Level II: For a full list of duties for this position, please click here .
Level III: For a full list of duties for this position, please click here .
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.
Education:- Level I/II: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major study in accounting, public administration or business administration including 15 semester hours in accounting.
- Level III: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major study in accounting or business administration including 15 semester hours in accounting.
Experience:- Level I: None
- Level II: One (1) year of experience in accounting and financial records maintenance.
- Level III: Two (2) years of experience in accounting, transportation funding, sales tax measures and financial records maintenance.
Knowledge of:- Governmental accounting principles and practices.
- Budgeting principles and practices.
- Cost accounting.
- Budgeting principles and practices to assist in preparation of the annual budget.
- Business law and Government Code sections relevant to local government accounting.
Skill/Ability to:- Use computer systems/programs to perform accounting functions.
- Develop and implement new manual and/or automated accounting systems.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate work of clerical support staff.
- Analyze financial data and interpret results for management reports.
- Prepare complex, summary financial reports and statements accurately.
- Determine accounting problems, review factors and select alternatives, and take corrective action.
DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:- Governmental accounting principles and practices.
- Budgeting principles and practices.
- Cost accounting.
Additional Information
Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
College Cost Reduction Access Act
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bargaining Unit 7
The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.
Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).
Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).
Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.
Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.
FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.
Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.
Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.
Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.
To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/
The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.
Closing Date/Time: 1/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Tulare - HR&D
Show moreThe mission of Tulare County Human Resources and Development is to attract, retain, and develop a highly skilled workforce. We provide a wide array of services to our department and agencies including training, payroll processing, employee/labor relations, employee records, wellness programs, and benefits administration. Our dedicated staff supports 20 County Departments and over 5,100 employees in more than 800 job classifications.
Tulare County employees enjoy generous benefits, including a choice of excellent health plans, vacation, paid time off and retirement packages. Working for Tulare County is like working with family. You are encouraged, supported and given flexibility to balance your work life and your private life. You'll have an opportunity to begin or enhance a meaningful career where what you do matters.
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