Deputy City Treasurer II (Open Competitive)

Salary: $7,635.47 - $9,712.31 MonthlyLocation : El Segundo, CAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 2425-1012Department: FINANCEOpening Date: 10122024Closing Date: Continuous DescriptionThis recruitment requires that a cover letter addressing your professional treasury experience and resume be uploaded with the application to be considered complete. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis with first review of applications on Monday, November 18, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time.Under general direction, assists the City Treasurer in cash management, banking and investment activities for the City of El Segundo treasury operations. Essential Job FunctionsEssential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:Assists the City Treasurer in managing the City's cash management, banking, investments and cash flow; Receives and deposits all City revenues on a daily basis; Monitors daily cash flow and banking activities, including the recording of electronic fund transfers, auditing, and recording journal entries affecting cash balances;Monitors City employee credit card usage; Reconciles accounts and investment register to the general ledger and fiscal agent statements;Assists in the planning, direction and coordination of activities and services within the Treasurer's office;Participates in the development of policy and procedures;Recommends and participates in the development of departmental goals, objectives and policies;Prepares various reports, schedules, correspondence and statements according to federal and state rules, regulations and laws, City policies and procedures, and generally accepted accounting principles;Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the annual budget;Prepares budgetary and analytical studies and reports;Prepares detailed financial statements;Verifies fund balances;Assists in preparing for and coordinating annual and special audits;Researches and invests idle funds;Initiates fund transfers and periodic reporting;Maintains records and purchases U.S. Savings bonds;Makes payments as directed;Coordinates activities in the Treasurer's Office with activities of other programs, departments or staff to ensure program delivery according to appropriate policies, procedures and specifications;Resolves discrepancies or procedural problems and responds to program administration andor program delivery questions ensuring necessary follow-up occurs;Controls program records for operational and budget accountability;Confers with and advises staff and program participants by providing advice, problem solving assistance, answers to questions and interpretation of program goals and policy;Recruits, hires, schedules, assigns, monitors and evaluates staff;Provides for andor conducts staff development; establishes work methods and standards;Initiates corrective andor disciplinary action and responds to grievances and complaints according to established personnel policies and procedures and in consultation with Human Resources; andOversees the day-to-day office activities in the Treasurer's absence.Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, andor ability required.Knowledge of:Federal, state and local rules that govern the public agency cash management, banking and investments activities; Fiscal operations and generally accepted accounting and investing principles and practices; Laws, regulations, systems, procedures, and forms associated with the collection and handling of payments; Treasury management and investment programs available for municipal budgeting; The principles and practices of effective management and supervision; andProject management principles and practices.Skill in:Investing funds and performing a variety of professional level accounting duties;Analyzing and resolving complex technical financial issues; Supervising, motivating and evaluating staff; Managing special financial projects, activities and programs; Assessing objectives and operational requirements to develop and implement appropriate operational policies and procedures; Using personal computers and office and financial related software; Conducting research and analysis and preparing clear, concise and comprehensive financial reports; Understanding and applying complex regulations, procedures and guidelines;Communicating effectively orally and in writing;Making presentations to groups;Working under pressure, handling significant problems and tasks that arise simultaneously andor unexpectedly; andEstablishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other City employees and the public. QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance or a directly related field.Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible government, treasury, auditing, finance, accounting andor investing experience including two (2) years of supervisory experience.LicenseCertificates: Certification in fixed income or treasury management from a professional organization, such as the California Certified Municipal Treasurer (CCMT), is highly desirable. Supplemental Information Please Note: Candidates deemed most qualified, as reflected in their application materials, will be invited to continue in the recruitment process.Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.Probationary Period: All employees must successfully complete a 12-month probationary period in order to attain permanent status with the City of El Segundo. The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.MANAGEMENT CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEES (M&C) Benefit Summary PERS Retirement:Miscellaneous employees - Tier I-2% @ 55. Tier II-2%@60 for individuals employed by the City on or after 123012 who are already PERS members. Tier I and II members pay 7% of PERS member share and 1% shall be employee-paid cost-sharing of the City's contribution under Gov. Code section 20516(a). Single highest year is coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. PERS 2%@62 for new employeesmembers hired on or after 1113. Three year average coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. Members pay 50% of normal cost (6.75%).Safety employees (Battalion Chiefs) - 3% @ 55 for current employees and individuals hired by the City who are already PERS members. Single highest year. Employees pay a total of 12% towards retirement. 7 for new employeesmembers hired on or after 1113. Three year average final compensation. Members pay 50% of normal cost .Social Security: The City matches employee's Social Security contribution, which is 6.2% of your salary and is made on a pre-tax basis. The 2024 Social Security income cap is $168,600.Medical - Monthly medical contribution of $1,750 ($932 for medical and $818 for flex dollars). Flex dollars may be used toward a medical premium andor deferred compensation plan. Employees are responsible for paying any out-of-pocket balance of the medical plan premium through a pre-tax payroll deduction. Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in Mission Sqaure 457 plan.Dental & Vision: MetLife Dental and VSP vision benefits are provided.Flex Plan: Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee-paid insurance, medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.Employee Assistance Program: Employees are eligible for the basic level of service.Life Insurance: $50,000 term life policy provided by City; employee can purchase additional self and dependent coverage at group rates.Long-Term Disability: In addition to basic LTD plan (66 23 % of first $9,750 after 60-day waiting period), City provides Executive LTD which pays 75% of first $12,000 of employee's salary less the amount of any other income, up to a total of $2,500. Applies to non job-related occurrences. 90 day waiting period.Holidays: 11 fixed paid holidays plus one day of personal leavefloating holiday per year. Battalion Chiefs paid 156 hours.Vacation Leave: 96 hours (1-5 years); 120 hours (6 - 10 years); 144 hours (11 - 14 years): 200 hours after 14 years. Leave can be used after 6 months of service. Annual cash conversion option. Upon reaching "E" step, employees accrue vacation based on total years of public sector service.Sick Leave: 8 hours per month. Administrative Leave: Mid-Management and Confidential positions shall recieve up to 56 hours per calendar year upon reccommendation of the Department Director and approval of the City Manager.Bereavement Leave: Three (3) working days (or 40 hours where travel is 500 miles or more) for qualifying incident.Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $2,000year for work-related college courses.Cell Phone Stipend: City cell phone provided depending on position.Educational Incentive Pay: Battalion Chief $1170.19mo for Bachelor's, $1755.28 for Master's.Certification Pay: $585.09 Chief Officer Cert Pay for Battalion Chiefs.Other: Uniform Allowance ($40mo) for Battalion Chiefs; Voluntary participation in Credit Union; Payroll Direct Deposit; Long-Term Care (premiums paid by employee).114; 1215; 819; 822; 2401 The information provided in the following supplemental questions will be used in conjunction with the application materials to determine whether the qualification requirements are met. The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process. When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application. A resume may not be submitted in lieu of completing the application and supplemental questions. This recruitment requires that a cover letter addressing your professional treasury experience and resume be uploaded with the application to be considered complete. I have read the above statement and acknowledge that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected. Yes, I acknowledge No, I do not acknowledge 02 Please select your year(s) of increasingly responsible treasury experience: Five or more years At least four years, but less than five At lest three years, but less than four At least two years, but less than three Less than two years I do not have any treasury experience 03 Please explain your increasingly responsible treasury experience, highlighting areas such as government treasury, auditing, finance, accounting andor investing. Include the years of experience in each area, your specific job duties related to the requirements of a Deputy City Treasurer II, and the frequency with which you performed this function. Please be specific in your response. If no experience, please type "NA". 04 Please select your years of supervisory experience: Two or more years At least one year, but less than two years Less than one year I do not have any supervisory experience 05 Please explain your supervisory experience including the number of staff supervised. If no experience, please type "NA." 06 Please select the highest level of education completed: Master's Degree Bachelor's Degree Associate's Degree Some College or Certification(s) High School Diploma or equivalent I do not have education equivalent to the 12th grade 07 Please select the field in which you were awarded your degree: Accounting Business Administration Economics Finance Other directly related field None of the above 08 If you selected "Other directly related field" in the previous question, please list the field in which you were awarded your degree (if this question does not apply please type NA): 09 Please select any certification you possess: California Certified Municipal Treasurer (CCMT) Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) Certified Fixed Income Practitioner (CFIP) None of the above 10 Please list any specialized certifications you possess not listed above. If you do not possess any certifications, type "NA". 11 Do you now, or have you in the past, worked for a municipality (City)? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2025-02-16