DEPARTMENT SERVICES SPECIALIST (Journey-Experienced) - Finance Department

DEPARTMENT SERVICES SPECIALIST (Journey-Experienced) - Finance Department

Salary

$34.26 - $54.37 Hourly

Location

Huntington Beach, CA

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

9021-0926

Department

Finance Department

Opening Date

09/09/2026

Closing Date

9/16/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

This is a Non-Permanent, Part-Time Position

The Accounting Division of the Finance Department is searching for a Department Services Specialist to assist with a wide variety of highly complex finance/accounting duties in support of Accounting Division operations including, but not limited to, specialized departmental projects and coordination of various complex administrative support functions. This is a part-time position, with typical hours between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday-Friday.

The ideal candidate has strong communication and interpersonal skills, works well in a busy environment, and is proficient in various office software applications and finance/accounting functions. Some familiarity with fiscal year-end closing reports and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) is preferred.

Temporary/part-time employment is restricted to 1,000 hours within a 12-month period (July 1 - June 30) and does not qualify to receive City benefits, except those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7½% of base earnings to the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice. Further restrictions apply to CalPERS Retired Annuitants.

Examples of Essential Duties

The position involves a wide variety of highly complex and administrative duties in support of the Finance Department operations including, but not limited to, complex analysis and research, specialized departmental project and activity development, and coordination of various administrative support functions. The position coordinates and performs a variety of technical accounting duties such as bank reconciliation, general ledger maintenance, assistance with financial reporting, and other duties as assigned under general supervision.

Position includes operation of a variety of office equipment including computer keyboard, printer, calculator, copier, facsimile or scanning machine; may perform some of the more complex specific functional duties relative to the area of assignment; performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

These duties have been provided as examples of essential types of work performed by a Department Services Specialist for the Finance Department. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of: Modern office procedures, methods, computer equipment, hardware and software; methods and techniques of proper telephone etiquette; strong writing skills including English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; complex mathematical and statistical financial principles; accounting principles and practices, and complex Excel skills.

Ability to: Learn to correctly interpret and apply City policies and procedures; perform complex administrative work including preparation of executive summaries, conduct specialized departmental projects, maintain files and compile information for reports; type and/or enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance; operate and use modern office equipment including computers; learn to use various software packages including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); participate in webinars and conference calls, communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; deliver quality customer service.

Education and Experience: Bachelors degree with directly related professional level experience. Degree major in business, economics, finance, or a related field is preferred.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURE

• Application Review
• Department Interview
• Pre-Employment/Background
• Appointment

Please Note: Our primary means of communication with applicants is sent via email; therefore, please include a valid email address on your application.

Supplemental Information

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.

PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations.

CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

01

Indicate your highest level of education obtained.

• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree or higher
• None of the above

02

If you possess a degree, what was your major/minor course of study?

03

Indicate your level of professional experience performing complex finance/accounting functions in an office environment.

• None
• Up to two (2) years
• At least two (2) years but less than four (4) years
• At least four (4) years but less than six (6) years
• Six (6) years or more

04

Please indicate your level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel:

• No experience
• Somewhat proficient
• Proficient
• Very Proficient
• Extremely Proficient

05

Indicate your level of professional experience performing bank reconciliations.

• None
• Up to two (2) years
• At least two (2) years but less than four (4) years
• At least four (4) years but less than six (6) years
• Six (6) years or more

06

In the space below, list any days of the week or times of day that you are not available to work. (Note: City Hall is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm) If you are available anytime, please write "Not applicable."

07

Have you completed in full every relevant section of the application, including listing References with contact phone numbers?

(Note: You may add additional information to your application at this time by selecting "Save Work in Progress", then selecting the link for Step 1 "Job Application" and editing or adding information to the appropriate section. Then navigate back to Step 3 to complete the application process).

• Yes, I have completed the application in full
• No, I have not completed the application in full and understand that if deemed incomplete my application may be disqualified from further consideration.

08

Are you a CalPERS Retired Annuitant?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Huntington Beach

Address 2000 Main Street

Huntington Beach, California, 92648

Phone (714) 536-5492

Website http://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/jobs