Assistant RMA Director - Fiscal Services

ASSISTANT RMA DIRECTOR - FISCAL SERVICES

AT-WILL

The Resource Management Agency (RMA) of Tulare County is seeking an executive to join our team of professionals, who are committed to the highest quality of public service. We are seeking an individual who desires variety, challenge and growth in their employment and who is dedicated to serving the residents of a geographically large, rural county in central California. The knowledgeable, experienced professional expected to be hired for this opportunity will communicate and collaborate with all divisions of the RMA to plan, develop, analyze and direct a variety of specialized fiscal and administrative functions. This position is located in Visalia, CA.

To express your interest in this career opportunity please complete the application and attach a comprehensive and detailed resume.

First review of applications: November 3, 2025

This is a continuous recruitment and can close at any time without notice.

Typical Duties

DUTY SAMPLE

• Assist the Agency Director in planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the programs, activities and operations of the Resource Management Agency.
• Plan, organize, assign, review and direct fiscal services.
• Coordinate administrative functions with those of other agencies and departments.
• Formulate departmental policy in fiscal services and business management.

For a full list of duties for this position, please click here .

** DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARD: Possession of a CPA License

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, accounting, finance, business or a closely related field.

Experience:

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in complex fiscal administration, two of which in a management or supervisory capacity, preferably with a government (County) department or agency.

Knowledge of:

• Principles of government accounting and fiscal management.
• Budget preparation and management practices.
• Customer service practices.
• Proficient in efficiently administering multiple or diverse programs and services.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, develop, organize, analyze and direct a variety of specialized fiscal service functions in areas of fiscal compliance for an Agency having several subdivisions with complex financial, fiscal and business operations.
• Analyze, monitor, plan, prepare and present, and conduct complex administrative and financial studies.
• Analyze data, regulations, procedures and requirements and develop alternative solutions to a variety of fiscal problems.
• Deal effectively with personnel issues including administering disciplinary action.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Prepare complete and comprehensive reports and make recommendations.
• Develop and maintain cohesive working relationships within the Agency and County with a strong customer service focus and interactive leadership style.
• Demonstrate budgeting, critical thinking, and extensive project management skills.
• Analyze a variety of complex problems and solutions and take an effective course of action.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with people of various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles, attitudes and behaviors of clients, co-workers, groups, agencies, officials and the public.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.

License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment:

• Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions.
• An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions.
• Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 11

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount : An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums(medical, dental, vision and life) and long-term disability insurance premiums. This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance : A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO or HMO dental plans which include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual :
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours

FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.

Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 48 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Career Incentive Pay

Employees who have completed five (5) or more Years of Service with Tulare County and meet the eligibility criteria described in Administrative Regulation – 52, earn additional pay according to the schedule below.

Years of Service

% Increase

Total

5

3%

3%

10

2%

5%

15

3%

8%

20

2%

10%

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D : $50,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Long Term Disability Insurance : A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled. Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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• County of Tulare - HR&D

• 559-636-4900

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