Official SealHuman Resource Services Department


#17-0216-01
Supplemental Questionnaire

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Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions.  Your completed responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated to determine your qualifications and must be completed properly in order to be given full consideration for the next phase in the selection process. Additionally, your responses will also be evaluated and used in the selection process in order to identify the best qualified applicants. 

Responses should be thorough and specific.  A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position.  Clarity of expression, content, experience, grammar, spelling and the ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process.  A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for properly completed responses.

Information provided in your responses to the supplemental questionnaire regarding your employment experiences must also be detailed in the Work Experience section of the application for this recruitment.  Please be sure to list all employers and required information, on your application, especially if you are referencing those employers in your responses to the supplemental questions.

The supplemental questions were designed to elicit your experience as it relates to the current recruitment in order to identify the best qualified candidates for this position.  Only the best and most suitably qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the oral interviews. 

By selecting yes below, you certify your understanding that all applicants who meet minimum qualifications are not guaranteed to move forward in the process.  Do you understand the above statement?

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1.

Describe your experience leading or supervising and directing staff in day-to-day administrative and financial functions where you were required to work in compliance with government accounting, budgeting, and public finance and reporting standards.

2.

Describe your experience supervising the work of others.  In your response, please include:

  • The number of staff you supervised
  • The steps you took to ensure staff were properly trained in work procedures
  • The method in which you evaluated the work of staff
3.

Describe the most complex fiscal year budget or financial plan you have developed.  Please describe your specific role, duties and responsibilities, and the total dollar value of the budget(s).  What made the budget/financial plan so complex?

4.

Describe your experience with fiscal year end closing.  Please describe your specific role, duties and responsibilities.

5.

Discuss a specific example of the most recent experience you have managing the accountability and reporting requirements for governmental grants or contract service agreements.

6.

Describe a situation you encountered where you anticipated and resolved a fiscal problem that had the potential to significantly and negatively impact operations or services.  How did you initially recognize the issue?  Please identify the potential negative impact, what solution(s) you proposed and the final outcome.

7.

Describe your proficiency level and experience using Excel or other databases to track, monitor, analyze and prepare financial reports.  Please also include any experience you may have working specifically with Alameda County standard information technology systems including PeopleSoft/Oracle HRMS and any financial systems.


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