Overview

Alameda County Behavioral Health Department, Medi-Cal Administrative Activities Unit is recruiting for a temporary FINANCIAL SERVICES SPECIALIST II $43.66-$55.71 Hourly Alameda County Human Resource Services TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT POOL Temporary employees are not entitled to full County benefits. (link removed) Temporary Assignments: Assignments vary in duration depending on the needs of the department. An assignment may end at any time. To obtain a regular position, the appointee will need to compete successfully in a County Exam when open. Assignments are expected to last approximately 12 months to 18 months depending on the need of the department. About Us The Alameda County Health, Behavioral Health Department (ACBHD) administers the Mental Health Plan (MHP) and Drug-Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System (DMC-ODS). These systems deliver behavioral health services through a network of mental health and substance use service providers. The MHP and DMC-ODS services are made possible through state and federal funding for the delivery of culturally responsive and client-centered services that are designed to meet the needs of the diverse Alameda County community. As a Mental Health Plan (MHP) and Drug Medi-Cal-Organized Delivery System (DMC-ODS), ACBHD offers a wide variety of services and programs designed to meet the needs of all individuals in need of services. Plan Behavioral Health Administration includes Financial Services, Quality Management, Quality Improvement and Data Analytics, Behavioral Health Administration of the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), and oversight of ACBH Information Systems and Technology Support Services. THE POSITION Under direction, to provide professional-level financial services in areas of budget development and processing, contract negotiation and administration, financial planning and monitoring, financial accounting and reporting, and grants management to County departments and agencies; to conduct a variety of studies and inquiries and perform financial analytic and administrative work; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES Positions in this class series are normally found in County departments with multiple budgets and funding sources and/or with extensive contracting with service providers or community-based organizations. In addition to the provision of financial services, responsibilities also include performing general administrative services work, planning and conducting analytical studies and overseeing support functions and staff. Although the work is diverse, all positions are typically characterized by all of the following elements: 1. Independent decision-making. 2. Capacity to present clear oral and written reports to senior managers. 3. Knowledge of governmental financial processes and systems. 4. Ability to conduct financial analysis and formulate financial recommendations; and 5. Limited availability or nature of supervision. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed. 1.Makes revenue and expenditure projections for one or multiple budgets; compiles figures, prepares justifications and participates in the annual budget development process. 2.Prepares and reviews claims for reimbursement and cost reports prior to submission to funding agencies for completeness, accuracy and compliance with regulations, policies and procedures; monitor and reconciles received grant funds; contacts claim originators if questions or issues arise; makes required corrections so as to maximize legitimate reimbursable claims. 3.Acts as fiscal liaison between the department and the County with direct service providers and Community Based Organizations (CBO's); provides technical assistance to such individuals and groups to ensure that program guidelines are being fulfi