ACCOUNTANT I (SPECIALIST)

Department of Rehabilitation

JC-518147

Field Fiscal Liaison

ACCOUNTANT I

(SPECIALIST) $3,934.00 - $4,923.00 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:

5/22/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off Job Description and Duties This position is located in the city of Anaheim. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Accounting Officer (Supervisor), the Accountant I (Specialist) performs semi-professional accounting duties in support of VR services accounts payable and field fiscal operations. The position is responsible for auditing and processing VR Services vendor invoices, checks and cash disbursements, handling deposits and petty cash, and maintaining accurate accounting records using

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$Cal, and the WEX CalDOR Payment Card (CPC) Administrative Portal. Duties are performed in accordance with Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) fiscal policies and procedures, State Administrative Manual (SAM), Rehabilitation Administrative Manual (RAM), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), internal control standards, and applicable federal and state fiscal requirements. DOR offers a hybrid telework schedule with a combination of remote and in-office work schedules for CA residents only. The telework policy is subject to change, and additional in-office days may be required and/or minimal notification may be given to report to the worksite if an urgent need arises. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. Multiple vacancies may exist. Working Conditions The majority of the work will take place in one of the following locations with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders: a DOR open office setting in a cubicle environment, offsite in the community, at events and various partner locations, and/or at an approved alternate work location. The incumbent must have the ability to work in an office setting for up to 40 hours per week and remain at a workstation for extended periods while utilizing a personal computer, peripherals, and other office equipment with or without accommodation. The incumbent will be working in an office setting with both natural and artificial lighting. Strong interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with consumers, the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders. Position Details Job Code #:

JC-518147

Position #(s): 813-003-4177-

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Field Fiscal Liaison Classification:

ACCOUNTANT I

(SPECIALIST) $3,934.00 - $4,923.00 A Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. For additional information please visit https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

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Multiple Work Location:

Orange County Telework:

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Permanent, Full Time Department Information If you are interested in becoming a part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) invites you to apply for this employment opportunity. DOR administers the largest vocational rehabilitation program in the country. We have a three-pronged mission to provide services and advocacy that assist people with disabilities to live independently, become employed and have equality in the communities in which they live and work. DOR provides consultation, counseling, and vocational rehabilitation, and works with community partners to assist the consumers we serve. DOR is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented and skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of communities that exist in California and values fairness and inclusion. Diversity encompasses characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, language, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, veteran status, criminal history, and family structures. Our work at DOR is guided by the following core values: We believe in the talent and potential of individuals with disabilities. We invest in the future through creativity, ingenuity, and innovation. We ensure our decisions and actions are informed by interested individuals and groups. We pursue excellence through continuous improvement. We preserve the public's trust through compassionate and responsible provision of services.

VISION STATEMENT

Employment, independence, and equality for all Californians with disabilities.

MISSION STATEMENT

DOR works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living, and equality for individuals with disabilities. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please visit our website to learn more about DOR and our mission.

Department Website:

http://www.dor.ca.gov Special Requirements If mailing in an application, include JC#518147 on your State Application (STD678) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying" section found under the "Questions" tab of your CalCareer application template . Applicants who do not submit the required information may not be considered for this job. Employment Application (STD.678): It is a requirement to submit work experience, dates, and hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application in order of current and old work experience. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD.678 may not be considered. 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:

5/22/2026 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 Rehabilitation Personnel Attn:

Unit#003/PAS#260083/JC#518147 721 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Rehabilitation Personnel Unit#003/PAS#260083/JC#518147 721 Capitol Mall Sacramento, CA 95814 08:00 AM - 05:00 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. Statement of Qualifications - Applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) along with their STD 678 Application . The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, Arial font size 12, with 1" margins, and single-spaced. Please include your first and last name at the top right corner of the page. A resume and/or cover letter

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take the place of the SOQ. Applications received without an SOQ, or SOQs that do not include complete responses, may not receive further consideration. Review the duty statement for this role and describe how your education and work experience makes you qualified for this position. Provide specific examples demonstrating how your skills and knowledge will allow you to be successful for this specific position. Candidates who do not complete and submit an SOQ may not be considered for this position. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. 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:

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: Ability to effectively plan, organize and prioritize work. Ability to manage multiple and/or changing priorities in a fast paced/deadline driven environment with time sensitive projects. Ability to follow through and ensure deadlines are met. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to keep self and others informed of important issues, problems, and events. Ability to understand, follow, and enforce departmental policies and protocol. If using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please attach a copy of your transcript. Benefits Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

http://www.dor.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Lindsey LaBrot (916) 558-5708 lindsey.labrot@dor.ca.gov Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Office of Civil Rights (916) 558-5850 Civil.

Rights@dor.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. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. 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.