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Director I, Fiscal Advisor
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What they do
A Fiscal Director or Budget Director manages the budget and finance department of government agencies or cities. They manage the operations of the budget and finance department; including leading analysts and staff. They review and make recommendations on budget requests and options in terms of policy, programs and objectives for the agency or city while ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and statutes. They are responsible for the accumulation of data to support the development of financial analysis and budgeting, including the preparation of quarterly, monthly and annual financial performance measures.
$239,562 / year median in California
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Director I, Fiscal Advisor at Alameda County Office Of Education Print Application Deadline 9/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/28/2026 Contact Sherry Causey 510-670-7726 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $12,626.04 - $15,656.43 Monthly Add'l Salary Info (7 Steps/Range 240, MGMT) Length of Work Year 261 Employment Type Full Time FTE 1.0 Immediate Supervisor Julia Xu, Director, District Advisory Services Recruiter Sherry Causey, Senior Personnel Specialist Benefits Health stipend up to $1,000 a month or $500 cash-in-lieu option, District paid dental, Master's & above/education stipend up to $208.33 a month, 27 vacation days, 13 sick days and 13 holidays a year. About the Employer The Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) leads with a student-centered vision, innovating in the classroom and building safe and supportive community schools. We collaborate and partner with local, county, and state agencies to address challenges students face. We are looking for individuals who can enact our vision: equipping the most vulnerable students and those who serve them with the tools to thrive. Join our team as we reimagine services to more holistically support students and erase the predetermination of failure for children, especially Alameda County's most marginalized youth. Job Summary Job Summary This position is located within the District Business & Advisory Services Department and reports directly to the Director, District Advisory Services. The Director I, Fiscal Advisor is responsible for
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- mandated oversight, ensuring day-to-day compliance, providing technical assistance to school districts and other educational agencies, and supporting fiscal oversight. View Job Description Requirements / QualificationsTHE POSITION
The job of Director I, Fiscal Advisor in the District Business & Advisory Services Department is done for the purpose/s of providing targeted financial and accounting guidance and assistance to school districts' business managers and other educational agencies on a variety of matters related to accounting, budgeting, forecasting, general ledger management and sound business operations as well as compliance with various statutory and reporting requirements. This job reports to the Assigned Administrator.LOCATION
313 W. Winton Ave. Hayward, CA 94544TYPICAL DUTIES:
Analyzes reviews and recommends the approval or certification of financial reports (e.g. annual budgets, financial statements, reports for the Board, Superintendent, district administrators, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and issues, filing reports, meeting compliance requirements, and/or providing supporting materials for requested actions. Communicates with internal and external personnel (e.g. school district business officials, board, CBOs, other administrators, auditors, public agencies, community members, etc.) for the purpose of recommending actions, implementing procedures and/or maintaining services and programs. Compiles data from a variety of sources (e.g. staff, public agencies, school districts, etc.) for the purpose of analyzing issues, ensuring compliance with organization policies and procedures, and/or monitoring program components. Conducts internal audits and analysis of cash flows, fiscal trends, economic conditions and legislative updates (e.g. general and special funds, etc.) for ensuring program operations are within budget and in accordance with fiscal practices. Facilitates in meetings, workshops and seminars (e.g. budgeting, accounting, auditing, business issues, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION FOR MORE INFORMATION MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
Five (5) years of fiscal operations experience including budgeting, auditing, and accounting, with increasing levels of responsibility. Chief Financial Officer/ Business Officer, Accounting Manager/Controller in school district or educational institution preferred.Education:
Degree from an accredited college or university in a job-related area or certificate in Accounting required. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.Equivalency:
Any combination of education, training and job-related experience equivalent to the above qualifications.APPLICATION DEADLINE
Monday, September 21, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
The EDJOIN Online Application and materials must be received by the final application filing date. Incomplete or late EDJOIN Online Applications will not be accepted.THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION MATERIALS ARE REQUIRED
Completed EDJOIN Online Application, Resume and Cover Letter. Letter of Introduction Resume Requirements / QualificationsTHE POSITION
The job of Director I, Fiscal Advisor in the District Business & Advisory Services Department is done for the purpose/s of providing targeted financial and accounting guidance and assistance to school districts' business managers and other educational agencies on a variety of matters related to accounting, budgeting, forecasting, general ledger management and sound business operations as well as compliance with various statutory and reporting requirements. This job reports to the Assigned Administrator.LOCATION
313 W. Winton Ave. Hayward, CA 94544TYPICAL DUTIES:
Analyzes reviews and recommends the approval or certification of financial reports (e.g. annual budgets, financial statements, reports for the Board, Superintendent, district administrators, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and issues, filing reports, meeting compliance requirements, and/or providing supporting materials for requested actions. Communicates with internal and external personnel (e.g. school district business officials, board, CBOs, other administrators, auditors, public agencies, community members, etc.) for the purpose of recommending actions, implementing procedures and/or maintaining services and programs. Compiles data from a variety of sources (e.g. staff, public agencies, school districts, etc.) for the purpose of analyzing issues, ensuring compliance with organization policies and procedures, and/or monitoring program components. Conducts internal audits and analysis of cash flows, fiscal trends, economic conditions and legislative updates (e.g. general and special funds, etc.) for ensuring program operations are within budget and in accordance with fiscal practices. Facilitates in meetings, workshops and seminars (e.g. budgeting, accounting, auditing, business issues, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION FOR MORE INFORMATION MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
Five (5) years of fiscal operations experience including budgeting, auditing, and accounting, with increasing levels of responsibility. Chief Financial Officer/ Business Officer, Accounting Manager/Controller in school district or educational institution preferred.Education:
Degree from an accredited college or university in a job-related area or certificate in Accounting required. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.Equivalency:
Any combination of education, training and job-related experience equivalent to the above qualifications.APPLICATION DEADLINE
Monday, September 21, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
The EDJOIN Online Application and materials must be received by the final application filing date. Incomplete or late EDJOIN Online Applications will not be accepted.THE FOLLOWING APPLICATION MATERIALS ARE REQUIRED
Completed EDJOIN Online Application, Resume and Cover Letter. Letter of Introduction Resume Comments and Other InformationAPPLICATION SCREENING & EXAMINATION PROCESS
A review of the candidates' EDJOIN Online Applications to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who complete the EDJOIN Online Application and who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. Those invited to participate will be notified via email of the date, time, and place of the examinations. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components.THE PROCESS IS AS FOLLOWS
1. Application Review…………………………………………………………………………..…...………..........PASS/FAIL 2.
Supplemental Questionnaire……………………………….……………………………..….…PASS/FAIL
(9/27/2026) 3. Technical Oral Interview- ………………….….................................................................Weighted 100%(10/1/2026) 4. Final Interview
- ………………….…..............................................................................................................(10/6/2026)
- This eligibility list is valid for 6 months.
APPLICATION SCREENING & EXAMINATION PROCESS
A review of the candidates' EDJOIN Online Applications to verify possession of minimum qualifications. Those candidates who complete the EDJOIN Online Application and who possess the minimum qualifications for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. Those invited to participate will be notified via email of the date, time, and place of the examinations. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components.THE PROCESS IS AS FOLLOWS
1. Application Review…………………………………………………………………………..…...………..........PASS/FAIL 2.
Supplemental Questionnaire……………………………….……………………………..….…PASS/FAIL
(9/27/2026) 3. Technical Oral Interview- ………………….….................................................................Weighted 100%(10/1/2026) 4. Final Interview
- ………………….…..............................................................................................................(10/6/2026)
- This eligibility list is valid for 6 months.