EDUCATION FISCAL SERVICES CONSULTANT

Job Description and Duties

Do you want to be part of an outstanding team that supports the state's 2,000+ local educational agencies in providing a world-class education to all of California's students? Are you passionate about problem solving and data accuracy to fund California schools? If you are interested in working in an exciting environment surrounded by a team of enthusiastic and self-motivated people, then look no further! The School Fiscal Services Division (SFSD) of the California Department of Education (CDE) is the right team for you. SFSD core values include Teamwork, Integrity, Customer Service, and Continuous Improvement.

Under direction of the Financial Accountability and Information Services (FAIS) Unit Administrator, this position facilitates transparency and accountability by informing the public and the Legislature of the impacts of the state budget on the pay and benefits of the education workforce through the implementation of the School Employees Salary and Benefits Data Collection (SESBDC), data analysis and preparation of reports to the Legislature. The incumbent participates in the monitoring of financial solvency of California’s transitional kindergarten through grade twelve local educational agencies (LEAs) to complement annual statewide reporting and analysis of changes in the compensation levels, state funding levels, overall economic conditions, and related impacts on the fiscal health and stability of the LEAs. Specifically, the incumbent:

- Leads the analysis of the annual data and changes in certificated and classified salary schedules over time, and the development of annual legislative reports. Additionally, the incumbent responds to state agency, legislative, and public inquiries regarding data collected through the SESBDC.

- Ensures that business requirements for the SESBDC are in compliance with statutes and regulations and alignment with education industry practices.

- Monitors financial solvency of county offices of education and school districts in single-district counties by annually approving/disapproving annual budgets and interim reports, and public disclosure documents of the proposed collective bargaining agreements, reviewing annual audit reports, and researching and analyzing financial and demographic trends.

Personal Leave Program 2025

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary range(s) shown on this job posting does not reflect the salary reduction.

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Working Conditions

TELEWORK OPTION

HYBRID

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule for eligible applicants residing in California. Currently, the hybrid telework schedule includes working remotely and working a minimum of two days per week in the office.

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:

Knowledge of school administration practices, school district business practices, financial management, current practices and procedures for the preparation of school budgets, accounts, and records; principles of governmental fund accounting, education program cost accounting, interim financial status reports and year-end expenditure reports; public school law and finance; automated financial management systems and software applications; and general knowledge of other areas of LEA operations.

Ability to interpret data, solve administrative and fiscal problems, and speak and write effectively; establish and maintain cooperative relations with local, state, and federal officials and agencies.

Benefits

The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit. Some of these benefits include:

· Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance

· Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days

·401(k) and 457(b) Plans (Savings Plus)

· Employee Assistance Program

· Commute Program

More benefit information can be found on CalHR’s website: Benefits Summary

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Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.