Fiscal Technician (CYF) - EligibilityPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northamptoncounty/jobs/newprint/4879748) ApplyFiscal Technician (CYF) - EligibilitySalary $43,577.00 AnnuallyLocation Bethlehem, PAJob TypeFull timeJob Number2025-00141EDepartmentHuman ServicesDivisionChildren, Youth and FamiliesOpening Date03/25/2025Closing Date4/7/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
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Application RequirementsIn order to be considered for this position, applicants must successfully submit a completed application prior to the posting deadline. Applications submitted with incomplete or missing education and/or work experience sections will be considered incomplete and disqualified from consideration. The attachment of a resume to the application does not fulfill this requirement and will not prevent incomplete applications from being rejected. Please answer any supplemental questions truthfully and completely. Use the employment history section of your application to substantiate your answers to supplemental questions.Once the posting closes, all applications will be reviewed. The information provided on the application will be utilized to determine whether or not each applicant meets the minimum requirements for this position. Please read the Minimum Requirements thoroughly and then demonstrate that you meet these requirements on your application. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered for the position.Qualified, eligible applicants will move on to the next step, an Education and Experience Review, in which points will be assigned to each applicant’s education and relevant work experience provided on their application.We encourage all applicants to share a comprehensive, concise history of their education, certification, licensing, and employment on their employment application so that we are able to accurately assess their experience. Eligible candidates will be ranked on an Eligibility List based on their total score on the Education and Experience Review.For questions regarding this posting, please contact County of Northampton Human Resources at [email protected] 610-829-6381. Equal Employment Opportunities – It is the policy of Northampton County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability, or any other status protected by the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state, federal, or local law.Job DescriptionGENERAL PURPOSEThe Fiscal Technician – CYF Eligibility position is an advanced clerical-accounting position involving the application of bookkeeping principles and practices and management of fiscal records pertaining to the Children, Youth and Families Division of the Department of Human Services. All work is expected to be timely and accurate. SUPERVISION RECEIVEDThis position reports directly to the Fiscal Technician Supervisor.SUPERVISION EXERCISEDThis position does not exercise supervision over other functions.ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITIONReviews, compiles, and reviews financial documents data relative to state/federal reporting requirements.Manages all technical aspects associated with securing intergovernmental revenue and other third party benefits (i.e.MA, SSI, VA) for dependent and delinquent youth in out-of-home care. Prepares and processes applications to determine/re-determine eligibility for dependent clients relative to the various state/federal benefit programs which partially fund the division’s programs. This includes Title IV-E, TANF, Medical Assistance, SSI, Social Security Disability and other applicable benefit programs.Maintains required fiscal records and assists in the preparation of quarterly invoices for the billing of TITLE IV-E and TANF eligible expenditures.Maintains an eligibility file for each TANF/EA “grandfathered” eligible family to include the MTW and all supporting documentation related to the emergency situation.Maintains a comprehensive eligibility file for each child based on the documents required to support Title IV-E and/or TANF eligibility determination.Follows a mandatory information and document checklist to ensure that all required information and documents to support funding eligibility decisions are received and maintained.Initiates parental support actions through the Domestic Relations Office to ensure that all collectable support for children/youth that have been placed in out-of-home care is received. Court appearances on behalf of CYF may be required.Follows established procedures to obtain accurate information for every child in placement and distributes information to appropriate staff.Acts as a liaison to various agencies such as Domestic Relations, County Assistance Office, Department of Public Welfare, and Social Security Office.Completes an annual Social Security Payee Report Form provided by S.S.A. for each child receiving Social Security benefits.Maintains accurate audit trails relative to Title IV-E/TANF and other benefit revenues and expenditures and assists auditors in performing annual audit of these accounts.Prepares a Placement List, indicating all children in placement, eligibility status and per diem rate, and other critical placement information.Maintains a manual or automated tickler system to track time critical actions related to funding eligibility, keeping supervisor informed of difficult technical problems and irregularities. Attends training as required.Maintains confidentiality at all times.May be required to work in another unit/division to provide coverage.An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE– One year as a Fiscal Assistant; OR Three years of work involving the maintenance of fiscal or financial records, including one year of responsible work which involves the application of accounting or fiscal principles and practices; and graduation from high school; OROne year of experience in maintaining and reviewing fiscal records AND an associate degree in accounting or business administration; OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices.Knowledge of modern office practices and equipment.Must be knowledgeable with Microsoft Office.Some knowledge of accounting principles and methods.Ability to perform detailed work involving written or numerical data and to make arithmetical calculations rapidly and accurately.Ability to organize and maintain detailed financial records.Must be able to do mathematical calculations, analyze and interpret fiscal information.Ability to apply and adapt established methods to financial transactions.Ability to apply automated technology to fiscal operations.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.Ability to clearly express ideas verbally and in writing.Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English to perform the duties of this position.TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTTelephone, personal computer (including word processing and spreadsheet software), calculator, writing implements, fax machine, copy machine, and paper shredder.PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the office is moderately quiet. Extensive contact with Caseworkers will be required.SELECTION GUIDELINESFormal application, rating of education and experience, interview, and reference check as well as job related tests may be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.FLSA STATUS: FLSA NON-EXEMPT (ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME)DESIGNATION: CAREER SERVICE PAY GRADE: PS-33UNION STATUS: PSSUUpdated March 2025Full-time employees of the County of Northampton are afforded a package of benefitswhich includes the following:Medical InsuranceVision and PrescriptionDentalLife InsuranceRetirementI. Medical InsuranceCoverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Cost to the employee to participate in the plans varies by the coverage selection and number of dependents; and may be subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. The employee may also elect to opt out of the County's medical insurance if proof of coverage through the spouse's employer is provided. Under this arrangement, the employee is provided with an annual $1,500.00 opt out payment.II. Vision and PrescriptionCoverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. Coverage under the vision plan varies and depends upon the employee's choice of doctor and frame selection.III. Dental CoverageCoverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member.IV. Life InsuranceA life insurance policy is afforded to full-time employees beginning on the first day of employment, unless specified differently in a collective bargaining agreement. It remains in effect as long as the employee is actively employed and terminates upon resignation or retirement. $20,000 is afforded to all eligible employees.V. RetirementAll full-time employees and part-time employees working more than 1000 hours per year qualify for County of Northampton retirement benefits, in which employees must contribute 5% of their earnings, and employees may choose to add additional voluntary contributions, not to exceed an additional 10%. Additionally, employees may participate in an optional deferred compensation plan [457(b)] which may provide present tax advantages and future retirement savings. Such arrangements are made directly with the providers and the County will administer payroll deductions only.01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the applicant screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
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Information to demonstrate your eligibility for this position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience and education). Resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for this position. Please click "yes" to demonstrate that you have read and understood this information.
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Fiscal Technician position is part of the PSSU Union, and starting salary is dictated by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The starting salary for this position is $20.9503 per hour ($43,577.00 annually), and is non-negotiable. Please choose "yes" to indicate your understanding of the starting wage, and that this is non-negotiable.]
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What is your highest level of education?
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High School Diploma or Equivalent
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Do you have an associate's degree in accounting or business administration? Note: Be sure your education section reflects this, and attach your transcripts to your application to verify (unofficial copies are acceptable).
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Do you have one (1) year of experience as a Fiscal Assistant (County Government Position)? Note: Be sure your work experience reflects this experience.
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Do you have three (3) years of work experience involving the maintenance of fiscal or financial records, including one (1) year of responsible work which involves the application of accounting or fiscal principles and practices? Note: Be sure your work history reflects this experience.
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Do you have one (1) year of experience in maintaining and reviewing fiscal records? Note: Be sure your work history reflects this experience.
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