(S)

Sedentary

(L)

Light

(M)

Medium

(H)

Heavy

(V)

Very Heavy

Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.

Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

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Code

 Essential Functions

1

S

Supervises staff by planning and supervising daily tasks and activities, participating in the hiring process, coordinating training activities, establishing procedures and guidelines, evaluating assigned services, coaching for performance improvement and recommending personnel actions.

2

S

Directs accounting activities by supervising general ledger, reporting, capital assets and bank reconciliations, overseeing the creation and maintenance of financial records, participating in complex analysis and reconciliations, researching technical issues, reviewing and/or preparing financial reports, and responding to inquiries.

3

S

Participates in the preparation of the CAFR by overseeing tasks, reviewing statements, schedules and other documentation, and directing audit preparation.

4

S

Oversees policies, procedures and internal controls by preparing and recommending procedures and policies, monitoring and auditing internal controls, supporting software testing and upgrades, overseeing conversions, and participating in the strategic planning process.

5

S

Ensures accounting compliance by reviewing new standards, implementing new requirements, attending training, and providing direction to staff.

-Description of Minimum Job Requirements-

Formal Education

Work requires specialized knowledge in a general professional or technical field.  Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Experience

Over seven years up to and including nine years experience.

Supervision

Work requires supervising and monitoring performance for a regular group of employees or division within a department including providing input on hiring/disciplinary actions and work objectives/ effectiveness, performance evaluations, and realigning work as needed.  A first line supervisor typically performs these functions.

Human Collaboration Skills

Decisions regarding implementation of policies may be made. Contact may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations.  Contacts may involve stressful, negative interactions with the public requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions.

Freedom to Act

The employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. Special projects are managed with little oversight and assignments may be reviewed upon completion. Performance reviewed periodically.

Technical Skills

Advanced: Work requires advanced skills and knowledge in approaches and systems, which affect the design and implementation of major programs and/or processes organization-wide. Independent judgment and decision-making abilities are necessary to apply technical skills effectively.

Budget Responsibility

Position has City-wide fiscal responsibility.  Assures that appropriate linkages exist between budget, funding limitations and service levels, to meet specific departmental and organizational goals.  Monitors progress toward fiscal objectives and adjusts plans as necessary to reach them.

Reading

Advanced - Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents.  Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.

Math

Advanced - Ability to apply fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced mathematical operations methods, and functions of real and complex variables.  Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.

Writing

Advanced - Ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques.  Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.

Certification &
Other Requirements

Certified Public Accountant

-Physical strength for this position is indicated below with “X”-

Sedentary

X

Light

Medium

Heavy

Very Heavy

Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.

Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

C

Continuously

2/3 or more of the time.

F

Frequently

From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

O

Occasionally

Up to 1/3 of the time.

R

Rarely

Less than 1 hour per week.

N

Never

Never occurs.

-Physical Demand-

-Frequency-

-Brief Description-

Standing

O

Making presentations, observing work duties, communicating with co-workers

Sitting

F

Desk work, meetings

Walking

O

To other departments/offices, around work site

Lifting

O

Supplies, equipment, files

Carrying

O

Supplies, equipment, files

Pushing/Pulling

O

File drawers, equipment, tables and chairs

Reaching

F

For supplies, for files

Handling

C

Paperwork, monies

Fine Dexterity

F

Computer keyboard, telephone keypad, calculator

Kneeling

R

Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

Crouching

R

Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

Crawling

R

Under equipment

Bending

R

Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground

Twisting

O

From computer to telephone

Climbing

R

Stairs, step stools

Balancing

R

On step stools

Vision

C

Reading, computer screen, observing work site

Hearing

C

Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public

Talking

F

Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public

Foot Controls

N

Other
(specified if applicable)

F

Frequently

From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

O

Occasionally

Up to 1/3 of the time

R

Rarely

Less than 1 hour per week

N

Never

Never occurs

-Description of Non-Physical Demands-

-Frequency-

Time Pressure

F

Emergency Situation

R

Frequent Change of Tasks

F

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

F

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

F

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

F

Tedious or Exacting Work

F

Noisy/Distracting Environment

O

Other (see 2 below)

N

Office Environment

X

     Vehicle

Warehouse

     Outdoors

Shop

     Other (see 3 below)

Recreation/Neighborhood Center