SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SUPERVISOR)

Job Posting: Senior Accounting Officer (Supervisor)

Department of State Hospitals

JC-523716

Senior Accounting Officer (Supervisor)

SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SUPERVISOR)

$6,523.00 - $8,106.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 7/27/2026

Job Description and Duties

The Senior Accounting Officer (Supervisor) will be directed by the Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor) at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:

Direct and assist in complex research projects.

Contacts fiscal unit to resolve errors and reconciling items.

Oversees compliance as related to Department of State Hospitals, Department of Finance, and other outside control agencies as related to Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Travel and Cashiering.

Supervise Accounting Office staff.

Assist in the preparation of year-end, financial statements, and other reports and reconciliations as needed.

Oversees compliance of warrant distribution times as related to the various Bargaining Units.

Eligibility: To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on a certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications.

If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy.

Click here to take the Senior Accounting Officer (Supervisor) Examination

Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the department and is subject to change as business needs arise.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-523716

Position #(s):

455-541-4569-001

Working Title:

Senior Accounting Officer (Supervisor)

Classification:

SENIOR ACCOUNTING OFFICER (SUPERVISOR)

$6,523.00 - $8,106.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

San Luis Obispo County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

DSH - Atascadero

Department Information

The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings, and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.

Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero

Special Requirements

A Letter of Interest (LOI) is required and serves as a candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

A LOI is not a resume or cover letter.

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a LOI with their application.

Applications received without a LOI will NOT be accepted and will be excluded from the hiring process.

Applicants who fail to follow these requirements, or who do not provide responses to the topics provided, will be disqualified from the selection process.

Your Letter of Interest must be no more than one (1) page in length and explain:

Why you are interested in this position

Your qualifications

Why you would make a good supervisor

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/27/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of State Hospitals

DSH - Atascadero Postal

Attn: DSH - Atascadero Employment Office

PO Box 7005

Atascadero, CA 93423-7005

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of State Hospitals

DSH - Atascadero Drop Off

DSH - Atascadero Employment Office

10333 El Camino Real

Atascadero, CA 93422

Building 105 - After Hours Drop Box Available

08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Other -

Candidates who believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) based on a pattern of education, as outlined in the classification description (specifications), must submit a copy of their unofficial college transcripts showing how many units completed with their application (STD. 678). Higher degrees cannot be accepted as proof of a lower degree.

Transcripts must include candidate's name, the name of the school, and the date the degree was conferred, if applicable, in order to be considered for this position.

Foreign transcripts must include verification for US equivalency from an independent company.

Please ensure that the birthdate and social security number are redacted from the transcripts.

If you are not using education to meet the MQs, you may instead use the bypass option (when applying, select Choose/Upload for the required document and then select Bypass File).

Other -

A Letter of Interest (LOI) is required and must be submitted with your application to be considered for this postion. Applications submitted without an attached LOI will not be considered. See the Special Requirements section for additional information relevant to the LOI requirement.

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:

Clear and effective communication

Fi$Cal (Financial Information System for California) experience

Intermediate level knowledge of Excel

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to:

Medical Benefits (health, dental, and vision)

Work life balance (some positions qualify for flexible work hours and schedules, and a minimum of 10 days of paid leave annually – specific accrual rates can be found here)

Paid Holidays and leave (family medical leave, military leave, etc.)

Defined benefit retirement program with CalPERS

Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)

School loan forgiveness under federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Commute Program

Employee Wellness Program (discounts to health clubs)

Employee Assistance Program

Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

ScholarShare (college savings account)

On-the-job training and professional development

Most positions qualify for annual raises until you reach the maximum salary for that position, subject to meeting performance standards

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

These webpages are 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.

Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero

Human Resources Contact:

DSH-Atascadero Employment Office

(805) 468-3384

ASHEmployment@dsh.ca.gov

Pearl Melena

(805) 468-2007

Pearl.Melena@dsh.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted.

Scanned, copied, or faxed applications will not be accepted.

Applications will be screened and only the most competitive will be offered an interview.

Any limited-term appointments may transition in to a permanent appointment.

Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.

This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.

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.