Salary : $128,481.60 - $156,166.40 Annually
Location : Placerville, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Health and Human Services Agency
Opening Date: 09/09/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
DEFINITION

Under general direction, maintains budget, fiscal control, accounting, audit, and related administrative and reporting systems for an agency or multiple departments; develops fiscal and administrative policies and procedures consistent with the requirements of funding sources; prepares complex and technical financial and administrative reports as required or directed; and performs related duties as assigned.
For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here.
Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate for the Agency Chief Fiscal Officer role is a collaborative and mission driven leader with a strong foundation in accounting and public financial management. They bring meaningful experience working within or in close partnership with executive leadership, providing strategic fiscal guidance that supports agency wide goals and drives service excellence for the communities we serve.

This individual excels in managing complex financial accounts, balancing strong technical accounting expertise with a clear understanding of the broader organizational mission. Bringing a strong multitasking skillset, this leader can confidently oversee multiple priorities, from budget planning and compliance to fiscal reporting and audits, while ensuring accuracy, transparency, and accountability.

Given the dynamic nature of the legislative and regulatory environment in health and human services, the ideal candidate remains agile, informed, and comfortable navigating change. Their ability to adapt quickly, interpret policy shifts, and implement necessary changes makes them a valuable advisor and steady presence in evolving times.

Above all, they are a trusted team player, someone who values open communication, supports cross functional collaboration, and contributes to a positive, inclusive, and purpose driven workplace culture.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHuman Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications:Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, finance, economics, or closely related field;
AND
Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience over professional and technical staff working in a fiscal, financial, accounting, administrative, or auditing environment.

Possession of a master's degree is desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.

Examples of Duties:

• Administer the fiscal and administrative responsibilities for department's programs, including grant funded programs.
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate fiscal system planning, control, audit, billing, and accounting programs.
• Manage, through subordinate staff, the formulation and administration of agency, department, and division budgets, grants, contracts, procurement, and/or human resources functions.
• Oversee the collection and analysis of data and makes recommendations on the formulation of policy and procedures, staffing, and organizational changes.
• Perform research and statistical analysis on administrative, fiscal, personnel, and/or programmatic issues.
• Manage, through subordinate staff, all fiscal and administrative functions of the department, including the compilation of materials and the preparation of budgets, reports, manuals, and publications.
• Manage, through subordinate staff, the performance of various fiscal analyses, fund balance projections, fiscal transactions, patient/client and grant billing, and related financial activities.
• Develop, implement, and revies policies and procedures for the department.
• Manage staff in identifying and analyzing program administration problems and develops solutions.
• Studie and evaluates accounting procedures of the department and develops and installs new and improved data collection and billing systems and processes, including the use of technology, in accordance with modern accounting principles and practices.
• Coordinate the methods, procedures, and work of the fiscal division.

For a full list of duties as well as the physical, environmental and working conditions click here.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources at
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RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.
For more information on the recruitment process click .

Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for the Agency Chief Fiscal Officer. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full-time, part-time, limited-term, and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.

We are currently recruiting for the following:

• One (1) full-time vacancy in the Health and Human Services Agency - Administration and Finance Division, located in Placerville, CA

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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• County sponsored Wellness program
• Discounts on gym memberships

For your Financial Future:

• CalPERS Retirement
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Optional Life Insurance

For your Work/Life Balance:

• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
• Management, personal and bereavement leave

Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.
Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.
To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here.
Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
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To provide us with an opportunity to evaluate your background, responses to the Supplemental Questions are required in addition to your application. Supplemental questions play an important role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine if you continue in the selection process and your ranking on the eligible list. All work experience described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in your application's "Work Experience" section. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation. Additionally, ensure that your responses are your own and not generated by artificial intelligence (AI) or other automated tools, as this may result in disqualification from the recruitment.

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Describe your management level experience planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating a complex fiscal program that involved multiple funding streams. If you do not have experience in this area, please type N/A.
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Describe your experience working within a public agency fiscal program. Include in your response your experience with governmental accounting, auditing, FEMA reimbursements, grant administration, budget preparation, and internal control. If you do not have experience in this area, please type N/A.
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Describe your experience complying with and applying federal, state, and county laws pertaining to accountability of department funds. Please reference any specific funding streams that you have direct experience with that would be relevant to Health and Human Service Agencies, for example 1991 and 2011 realignment funding, Medi-Cal reimbursements and claims, etc. If you do not have experience in this area, please type N/A.
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Describe your experience serving in a management role over a fiscal or audit unit in an organization that provides health or human services programs. Include in your response how you ensured that proper training and development opportunities were available for subordinate staff, work was performed effectively, and performance was evaluated in an objective and positive manner. If you do not have experience in this area, please type N/A.
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Describe any experience presenting information, both orally and in writing, to Boards and Commissions, Elected Leadership and community organizations. If you do not have experience in this area, please type N/A.
Required Question