ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE

Job Description And Duties please see attached duty statement. 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. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to real-time updates throughout 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account. For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 4329 and 4321. CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application. This advertisement is for an Accountant Trainee position(s) located at Cleveland Ave in Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino County. Please indicate the position numbers on your application: 065-523-4179-801 and 065-523-4179-808. Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions 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. Travel may be required to institution/facilities. Minimum Requirements ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-528541 Position #(s): 065-523-4179-801 065-523-4179-808 Working Title: ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE Classification: ACCOUNTANT TRAINEE $4,442.00 - $5,296.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 2 Work Location: San Bernardino County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Work Shift: 8:00 - 5:00 PM Work Week: Monday - Friday Department Information CDCR Accounting Services Branch – Rancho Cucamonga Cleveland Ave Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Vision We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Mission To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment. Commitment The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities. CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department. CDCR and CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities. Accounting Services Branch/Rancho Cucamonga Accounting Office Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation’s largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of individuals in our care, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies for their successful reintegration into our communities. CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission. Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification (link available in the Minimum Requirements section). Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon 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. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred. CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: To be successful the candidate must be able to communicate effectively (written and oral), must be self-disciplined, self-motivated, be organized, flexible and resilient; and must have a good attendance record. This person is expected to be analytical, service oriented, be a team player, and needs to have the ability to maintain cooperative and professional relationships with a multitude of personalities, working levels and various stakeholders. In addition to the minimum education/experience requirements, the candidate must have passed auditing and governmental accounting courses in college and/or have experience in these disciplines. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, , and the CalPERS website, California Public Employees’ Retirement System. Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at Salaries & Compensation - CalHR Website. Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Human Resources Contact: Donna Corbin (297) 300-5596 View email address on click.appcast.io Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: Office of Civil Rights View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io California Relay Service: View phone number on click.appcast.io (TTY), View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Statement Of Qualifications The Statement of Qualifications is a narrative discussion of your education, training, experience and skills as it relates to the minimum and desirable qualifications listed below, which will be used for competitively evaluating each candidate. The Statement of Qualifications serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed using a 12-point Arial font and no more than two (2) pages in length. A video regarding the Basics of Writing a Strong Statement of Qualifications is available online for more information. Experience related to general knowledge of general (e.g. GAAP, GASB) and governmental accounting, budgeting and business management principles and theories. Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously, to prioritize, and to analyze and apply relevant instructions to complete the work. Broad experience with the Microsoft Office suite/software particularly Word, Excel and Outlook. Ability to learn independently and comprehend oral and written instructions containing complex and technical information. Experience which exhibits flexibility and the ability to use tact and diplomacy when dealing with the needs, problems, and/or concerns of others. Exam To obtain list eligibility for the Accountant Trainee, before applying for the position(s), you should first take and pass the examination here Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. #J-18808-Ljbffr