Job Description

HOW TO APPLY

Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available athttp://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms):

1. TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
2. Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)
3. Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
4. Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)

Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.

Apply Online at https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/644/jobdetail.ftl?job=00042494&tz=GMT-05:00 and attach to the application the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

Apply through Work-In-Texas at https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/loginintro.aspx. You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with a copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at: http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/index.php/doc-library/category/304-forms) and can be submitted via email to: HRJobsmart@TJJD.Texas.gov.

Apply via Email to HRJobsmart@TJJD.Texas.gov. Send completed application, supplemental questions/forms, and copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

PLEASE NOTE

Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10-15 years. Your application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, name of employer, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full-time or part-time and hours per week. If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.

BENEFITS

State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov. Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs highly complex (senior-level) technical accounting support work. Work involves performing detailed assignments in recording, classifying, examining, and verifying financial records, documents, or reports. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per work week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Classifies, codes, posts, and balances financial accounting documents and records.

Compiles statistical, financial, accounting, or auditing reports and tables pertaining to cash receipts, expenditures, and accounts payable and receivable.

Calculates, prepares, and issues bills, invoices, account statements, and other financial statements according to established procedures.

Computes, analyzes, prepares, and processes purchase or travel vouchers.

Prepares payment, cash, general journal, and related vouchers.

Assists with researching and reconciling discrepancies in accounts, bank statements, or appropriation balances; and reports findings.

Assists with the preparation of financial statements and operating reports.

Assists with an annual inventory of equipment and supplies.

Assists with tracking invoices to ensure payments are made.

May perform payroll-related activities.

May perform financial calculations such as amounts due, interest charges, balances, discounts, equity, and principal.

May audit and approve field operating reports, vouchers, claims, invoices, requisitions, estimates, purchase orders, statements, and similar records.

May receive cash, prepare deposit slips, and maintain cash control records.

May assist in monitoring the budget.

Reports any presence or perception of racial, ethnic, and/or gender disparities.

Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:

• Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.

• Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested time frames.

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.



Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent. Three (3) years of full-time wage earning experience in bookkeeping, accounting, finance, or payroll.

Experience and Education Substitutions:

• Completed course hours of undergraduate study may be substituted for up to four years of experience on a basis of 30 course hours for one year of experience.

• Experience requirements may be satisfied by the prorated part-time equivalent.

Note: Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be obtained from an accredited educational institution.

This position is subject to mandatory pre-employment drug testing and any offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results from a drug screen conducted for the agency.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The following physical demands and working conditions are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Analyzing

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

Ability to see

Ability to hear (with or without aid)

Heavy lifting, up to 25 lbs.

Heavy carrying, up to 25 lbs.

Pulling

Pushing

Walking

Standing

Sitting

Alphabetizing

Repeated bending

Operate motor equipment

Reaching above shoulder

Grasping

Identify colors

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems.

• Agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

Skill in:

• Use of a computer, applicable software, and other standard office equipment.

Ability to:

• Review work for accuracy.

• Accurately perform detailed numerical work.

• Make arithmetical computations.

• Prepare financial and accounting records.

• Maintain a system of record keeping, tracking, and reporting of data.

• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

• Plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments and meet deadlines.

• Process information logically, make decisions, and demonstrate the soundness of those decisions.

• Communicate effectively.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Work in excess of 40 hours per work week.

VETERANS

In order to receive veteran's preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application.

Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor's Office at Accounting, Auditing, and Finance MOS Codes.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center (https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en), you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

Thank you for considering employment with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Texas Juvenile Justice Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.