Fiscal TechnicianPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4529860) ApplyFiscal TechnicianSalary$44,010.00 - $66,348.00 AnnuallyLocation Dauphin County, PAJob TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-TimeJob NumberCS-2024-85977-00720DepartmentDepartment of Labor & IndustryDivisionLI BWDA Grt Fscl Srvs DivOpening Date06/07/2024Closing Date6/21/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code00720Position Number00063356UnionAFSCMEBargaining UnitA1Pay GroupST05Bureau / Division Code00125610Bureau / DivisionBureau of Workforce Development Administration-Grants and Fiscal Services DivisionWorksite Address651 Boas StreetCityHarrisburg, PennsylvaniaZip Code17121Contact NameMoureen GunyanyiContact [email protected]
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THE POSITIONAre you looking for a new challenge that will give you the opportunity to advance your career? This staff position with the Department of Labor & Industry is responsible for the performance of financial workforce services within established work procedures and guidelines for the Bureau's daily operations in the areas of contract procurement and accounts payable. If you are interested in budget and fiscal related work, this is the job for you!DESCRIPTION OF WORKThe Fiscal Technician exercises independent judgments on a daily basis to effectively execute Bureau, Agency and Pennsylvania CareerLink (PACL) procurement and fiscal policies and procedures, and provides recommendations to management with respect to procurement. These responsibilities require daily contact with customers/partners, including commercial vendors, as well as regular contact with Comptroller staff, Pennsylvania PACL administrators, Bureau regional offices and staff and within administrative areas of Labor & Industry. The ideal candidate will have experience with Microsoft Excel, procurement processes including purchase orders, statements of work, contracts, and vendor outreach.Additional duties include:
Maintaining effective working relationships.
Maintaining knowledge of applicable laws and policies.
Maintaining knowledge of accounting principles and methods.
Analyzing technical information.
Submitting accurate and complete reports.
Communicating clearly and concisely.
Operating computer (MS products, internet, SAP, etc.).
Filing correspondence and source documents.
Establishing priorities.
Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PDNEOGOV.asp?p=00063356) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment.
Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, with one day a month in the office for predetermined in-person bureau/unit meetings or training and other reasons as operationally necessary after the successful completion of the training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the home base office at the Labor & Industry Building at 651 Boas Street, Harrisburg, PA.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
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 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;or
One 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.
Other Requirements:
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.
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 [email protected] .
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 Assistant for one or more years full-time?
Yes
No
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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.
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What level of college education have you completed in accounting, economics, finance, or business administration? 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.
Bachelor's degree or higher
Associate's degree
Some coursework
None
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If you claimed completion of any amount of education in the question above, how many accounting credits have you completed? If you claimed completion of no amount of education, type N/A in the text box below. If you are claiming credits, you must upload a copy of your transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision.
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How many years of full-time experience do you possess maintaining and reviewing fiscal and financial records?
3 years or more
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
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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.
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If you claimed any amount of experience in the question above, how many years of full-time work experience do you possess with primary responsibility for posting financial transactions, balancing ledgers, or maintaining accounts payable/receivable?
1 year or more
6 months but less than 1 year
Less than 6 months
None
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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.
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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
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - ANALYZING INFORMATION
Reviews and analyzes customer accounting transactions and refund requests to determine their accuracy.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience analyzing reported data for completeness and accuracy.
B. I have experience analyzing reported data for completeness but someone else ensured the accuracy of the data.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data analysis, statistics, logic, or research methods.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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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 actual duties you performed related to analyzing information.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – ACCOUNT MAINTENANCE
Maintains accounts by posting accounting data to ledgers and making adjustments when errors are detected.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience maintaining accounts. I posted data to the ledgers and made adjustments to the accounts when errors were detected.
B. I have experience maintaining accounts. I posted data to the ledgers and identified potential errors but someone else made the adjustments to the account.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to accounting.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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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 actual duties you performed related to maintaining accounts.
The type(s) of accounts you maintained.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – CUSTOMER SERVICE
Responds to requests and inquiries related to account maintenance and transactions, payment requirements, error resolution, collectible balances due, or the availability of credit for transfer or refund. Utilizes customer service skills when dealing with adversarial situations.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience responding to financial account inquiries and requests AND resolving issues.
B. I have experience responding to financial account inquiries and requests but escalated issues to someone else for resolution.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to communications, public speaking, customer service, conflict resolution.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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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 actual duties you performed related to the customer service you provided.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Prepares reports that include data such as status of funds, collectible balances, and expenditures. Designs, produces, and modifies worksheets to be used for accounting purposes. Prepares correspondence to communicate issues with various customers and business partners. Provides recommendations for correction or action.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience writing various types of reports which include recommendations for changes or corrections.
B. I have experience writing various types of reports which do NOT include recommendations for changes or corrections.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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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 actual duties you performed related to written communication.
The type(s) of documents you prepared.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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
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