Fiscal Management Specialist - SCI Fayette job vacancy

Fiscal Management Specialist 2 - SCI FayettePrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4579496) ApplyFiscal Management Specialist 2 - SCI FayetteSalary$58,035.00 - $88,235.00 AnnuallyLocation Fayette County, PAJob TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-TimeJob NumberCS-2024-87680-08120DepartmentDepartment of CorrectionsDivisionCR SCI FayetteOpening Date07/17/2024Closing Date7/31/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code08120Position Number00302535UnionNon UnionBargaining UnitA3Pay GroupST07Bureau / Division Code00118500Bureau / DivisionDepartment of Corrections/State Correctional Institution FayetteWorksite Address50 Overlook DriveCityLabelle, PennsylvaniaZip Code15450Contact NameTrisha PrattContact Phone717.317.5339Contact Emailtpratt@pa.gov

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THE POSITIONAre you ready to start the next chapter of your Fiscal Management Career? The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution at Fayette is actively seeking a devoted and passionate Fiscal Management Specialist 2. If you have the experience required and are looking to join a fast paced public safety organization, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our dedicated team where collaboration and communication are key! DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a Fiscal Management Specialist 2 at the Department of Corrections, your role involves conducting intricate professional analysis for fiscal information related to general accounting, general fund reporting, and supporting activities at various Regional Business Offices. You will be responsible for preparing budget and financial reports for the monthly budget projections, conducting quarterly contract reviews, year-end miscellaneous encumbrances, and other budget-related tasks for the general, medical, and education fund. Additionally, you will oversee the advancement account, accounts payable, purchasing card (VISA), comptroller, direct charge payments, and accounts receivable processing. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PDNEOGOV.asp?p=00302535) .Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.

This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 60 or 65.

Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $58,035.00 (before taxes).

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year as a Fiscal Management Specialist 1; or

One year of experience in professional fiscal administration, and a bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, or a related field; or

An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown

You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

You must pass a background investigation.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

You must provide complete and accurate information or:

your score may be lower than deserved.

you may be disqualified.

You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !Health & WellnessWe offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.Compensation & Financial PlanningWe invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life BalanceWe know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and CultureWe believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.Employee PerksSometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.Eligibility rules apply.01 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Fiscal Management Specialist 1 for one or more years full-time?

Yes

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

How many years of full-time experience in professional fiscal administration do you possess?

1 year or more

6 months but less than 1 year

Less than 6 months

None

How much graduate coursework have you completed in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related areas? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

30 credits or more

Less than 30 credits

None

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

Yes

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - FISCAL MONITORING

Plans and conducts fiscal monitoring activities to evaluate compliance with procedures and determine whether costs expended were properly claimed in accordance with fiscal and program regulations and the established claiming methodology. Makes recommendations for corrective action.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

A. I have experience PLANNING AND CONDUCTING fiscal monitoring activities to evaluate compliance with procedures and determine whether costs expended were properly claimed in accordance with regulations and the established claiming methodology. I was ALSO responsible for making recommendations for corrective action.

B. I have experience PLANNING AND CONDUCTING fiscal monitoring activities to evaluate compliance with procedures and determine whether costs expended were properly claimed in accordance with regulations and the established claiming methodology.

C. I have experience CONDUCTING fiscal monitoring activities to evaluate compliance with procedures and determine whether costs expended were properly claimed in accordance with regulations and the established claiming methodology.

D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to auditing, finance, business administration or budget.

E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

The duties you performed related to planning fiscal monitoring activities

The duties you performed related to conducting fiscal monitoring activities

Details regarding the types of recommendations for corrective action that you made

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University

Course Title

Credits/Clock Hours

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - FINANCIAL ANALYSIS

Analyzes financial schedules to identify trends and issues/problems. Provides recommendations for resolution of issues/problems.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

A. I have experience analyzing financial schedules to identify trends and issues/problems. I ALSO have experience making recommendations for resolution of issues/problems.

B. I have experience analyzing financial schedules to identify trends and issues/problems.

C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to accounting, public administration, or business analysis.

D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

The actual duties you performed related to analyzing financial reports

Details regarding the trends and issues/problems you identified

Details regarding the types of recommendations for resolution of issues/problems that you made

College/University

Course Title

Credits/Clock Hours

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

Composes written documents including risk assessments, results of financial analyses, monitoring reports, and operational processes and procedures.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

A. I have experience composing written documents including RESULTS OF FINANCIAL ANALYSES, MONITORING REPORTS, risk assessments, and operational processes and procedures.

B. I have experience composing written documents including risk assessments and operational processes and procedures.

C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to technical writing, report writing, or business writing.

D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

Details regarding your experience composing written documents

The types of written documents for which you were responsible

College/University

Course Title

Credits/Clock Hours

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AgencyCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Websitehttp://www.employment.pa.gov

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State: Pennsylvania Uspa 00000 Uspa USA
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Salary: USD TBD TBD
Showed: 2024-07-17
Deadline: 2024-09-16
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