What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiscal Administrator position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Fiscal Administrator
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
HUMAN SVCS
Division
HS-SOCIAL SERVICES ADMIN
Requisition Number
2025089
Number of hours worked per week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
N - Never
Pay Grade
GE17
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
Starts at $71,827/annually; Depending on qualifications and experience.
Job Description
Are you a finance professional looking to make an impact in the public sector? The Chesapeake Department of Social Services is seeking a Fiscal Administrator to provide leadership, oversight, and direction for financial activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for administering the flow of monies in assigned area, developing and authorizing accounting activities, supervising subordinate staff, delegating and evaluating related functions, and preparing and maintaining various financial reports. The position plans, organizes, and implements programs within major organizational policies; reports progress of major activities to executive level administrators through reports and conferences.
TYPICAL TASKS:
TYPICAL TASKS:
- Administers and reviews the flow of monies in order to ensure the management of fiscal processes such as accounting, payroll/human resources, and procurement and reimbursement.
- Develops and authorizes related activities to implement plans and accomplish goals. Supervises and evaluates subordinate staff.
- Prioritizes, delegates, and reviews financial functions. Prepares and maintains various reports and records including budgets.
- Directs and performs numerous accounting activities such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and departmental payroll.
- Monitors and participates in audits and other projects or programs. Monitors and administers debt, ensuring compliance with debt covenants.
- Coordinates with different departments and/or vendors regarding fiscal related issues.
- Attends or conducts staff meetings to exchange information; attends in-service training and classes, seminars, or conferences to improve professional skills.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this class requires a minimum of four years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this class requires a minimum of four years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with management of Social Services funding streams.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
02/07/2025
Job Close Date
02/23/2025
Open Continuous
Special Instructions to Applicants
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
Physical Demands
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.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Carrying
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 10 lbs
Reaching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Handling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Kneeling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Twisting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Climbing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Computer, copier, fax, telephone, scanner, adding machine, calculator, printer, car and related equipment.
Protective Equipment Required
n/a
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
N = Never
Chemical Hazards
N = Never
Electrical Hazards
S = Seasonally
Fire Hazards
S = Seasonally
Explosives
S = Seasonally
Communicable Diseases
S = Seasonally
Physical Danger or Abuse
S = Seasonally
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures
D = Daily
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
D = Daily
Wetness/Humidity
D = Daily
Darkness or Poor Lighting
D = Daily
Primary Work Location
Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
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.
Time Pressures
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
No.
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Salary : $71,827
