Chief of Administrative Services II (Chief Financial Officer - Fire District)

The Position

The Contra Costa County Fire District is seeking a Chief of Admin II / Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join the executive team.

Con Fire is a highly desirable place to work, known for its commitment to excellence and innovation. As a key advisor to the Fire Chief, this experienced CFO will shape the future of the District through effective financial management and strategic oversight. This includes preparation and management of budgets, forecasting financial needs, and developing long-term capital improvement plans. The CFO will oversee the work of 10 finance professionals and a budget of approximately $350 million. The ideal candidate will excel in budget and grant management, strategic planning, financial forecasting and analysis, and stakeholder engagement. They should be a skilled leader who can support and empower their team while managing complex financial issues and communicating effectively with the Fire Chief, executive leadership team, and the Fire District Board of Directors. The successful candidate will ensure accurate reporting, compliance with legal oversight committees, and adherence to GASB guidelines. If you're an experienced financial professional ready to make an impact, apply today!
To view the full recruitment brochure:

Contra Costa County Fire District - Chief of Admin II / Chief Financial Officer - Recruitment Brochure

To apply to this position:

Contra Costa County Fire District - Chief of Admin II / Chief Financial Officer - Job Application Portal - WBCP, Inc.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in business or public administration, public policy, finance, organizational development, social or behavioral sciences, or closely related field.

Experience: Seven (7) years of progressively responsible full-time experience in a managerial, administrative, or staff capacity performing administrative, budgetary, or personnel analyses.

Substitutions:

Experience Substitution: Six (6) years of progressively responsible full-time professional level experience with Contra Costa County, in a managerial, administrative, or staff capacity performing administrative, budgetary, or personnel analyses may substitute for the required experience.

OR

Experience Substitution: Possession of a master's degree in business or public administration, public policy, finance, organizational development, social or behavioral sciences, or closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Education Substitution: One (1) additional year of qualifying experience may be substituted for the required academic major.

Selection Process

To apply to this position:

Con Fire Chief of Admin II / Chief Financial Officer - WBCP, Inc. Job Application

1. Application Filing and Evaluation: Candidates will apply using the Job Application Link - WBCP, Inc (partner of Contra Costa County)

2. Interview: Applications will be evaluated, and those candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to interview with the Fire District.

This position is exempt from the merit system and will not follow regular County recruitment and selection procedures. Not all applicants will be invited to participate in the evaluation and interview process.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

The employment list established by this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Chris Miller at chris.miller@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 10/16/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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