ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE/ACCOUNTING OFFICER

The California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation (CDCR) is dedicated to enhancing public safety through education and rehabilitation. They are seeking an Accountant Trainee/Accounting Officer to assist with various accounting services and maintain cooperative relationships within the department and community.

Responsibilities

• Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s)
• The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process
• HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application’s progress
• Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed
• After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from [email protected] or DoNotReply@CDCR (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account
• Main communication for this position will be through email
• The position(s) is eligible for hybrid telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and will be required to report to the office as needed/required
• The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment
• Accounting Services Branch is located in Elk Grove with free parking and a variety of nearby shopping locations!
• Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget
• PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 3% reduction in pay in exchange for five (5) hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027
• Salaries do not reflect the recent changes
• Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification
• The position(s) require(s) completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification (link available in the Minimum Requirements section)
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired
• Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts
• Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment
• If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position
• When Submitting Supporting Documents, PDF File Format Is Preferred
• The following items are required to be submitted with your application
• Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview
• The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview

Skills

• Completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification
• A Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired
• Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment
• If meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, include unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification
• Official transcripts may be required upon appointment
• If determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list
• Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board
• Applicants who completed their education outside of the US must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency
• Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting
• Candidates must undergo a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter
• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account must be submitted
• Resume is required and must be included
• A Statement of Qualifications is required and must be submitted with your Examination / Employment Application (STD. 678)
• Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications will be rejected for being incomplete
• Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview
• Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued

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