Unit Finance Manager

Job Description and Duties
For questions related to the duties of the position, please contact Deputy Chief Sean Johnson by phone at or by email at
. This position is located in Redding, CA. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions
May be subject to working nights, weekends, and holidays to complete duties. May require state-wide and local travel, including overnight stays. Special Requirements
Please include the position number 541-213-4800-904 on your STD 678.

In addition to the required resume, the employment history sections on the STD 678 must be completed in order to effectively assess qualifications of applicants. Failure to comply with this and any of the following requirements, or failure to submit any required application package documents may result in disqualification from the selection process. Complete all sections on STD 678 application, including employment history, education, training, etc., or mark N/A. Submit all required documents listed in the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.

Submit your application package timely (if sending by mail, must be postmarked on or before the final filling date.)
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:
Must be able to reason logically and creatively utilize a variety of analytical techniques to resolve complex governmental and managerial problems; develop and evaluate alternatives; analyze data and present ideas and information effectively both orally and in writing; consult with and advise administrators or other interested parties on a wide variety of subject-matter areas; establish and maintain project priorities; develop and effectively utilize all available resources.

Applicant Eligibility
To be eligible for consideration, you must meet one the eligibility criteria listed in the "Who May Apply" section. Lack of eligibility does not preclude you from applying and competing for the position, and you will still be included in the process as long as all documents are submitted completely, correctly, and timely. Applicants that successfully pass the examination will be placed on an eligibility list. Obtaining list eligibility does not guarantee employment. Those interested in obtaining employment must apply and compete through the State recruitment process.

The examination for this classification is posted on a continuous basis and can be accessed by following the link(s) below:
Sign up for CAL FIRE exam notifications here. General information on CAL FIRE career opportunities can be found
Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Information
Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement. Candidate may be selected by resume review.

Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at:
Training and Development (T&D) Assignments
Training and Development assignments are temporary assignments for the purpose of providing employees with additional experience and skills to improve their job performance and prepare them for future career opportunities. The State encourages the use of Training and Development assignments to support the growth and development of employees.

Specifically, Training and Development assignments provide employees with broader experiences and skills that will improve their ability to perform in their current assignments, facilitate a career change, and help prepare employees for future promotion. Training and Development assignments within an agency or between agencies shall not exceed 24 months of any 36-month period.

Employees are not required to meet the minimum qualifications of the Training and Development classification, they must possess any licensure, certificate, or similar credential that is a component of the minimum qualifications. 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. Other - Authorization to Release Information Form (PO-299).

This form may be found at

Other - If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification, please provide a copy of your college transcripts for verification. Statement of Qualifications - This Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required to elicit information regarding each applicant’s interest and experience in relation to this position. The completed SOQ should not be more than one typed page, using 12-point Arial font. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as responses to this SOQ.

Please respond to the following

How do you ensure fairness, transparency, and ethical conduct in financial and supervisory decisions? Describe your process for preparing complex financial or mid-year budget reports for upper management or various headquarters staff. What do you prioritize and why? Please describe your leadership style, and list two personal values you feel you possess that would help you be successful in this position.