ABOUT MIDPEN
Midpen helps plants, animals and people thrive throughout the greater Santa Cruz Mountains region by preserving a greenbelt of more than 70,000 acres of public open space with more than 250 miles of trails in 27 extraordinary preserves, permanently protected for natural resource conservation and ecologically sensitive public enjoyment and education. Midpen is a public agency with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact. If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection, natural resource restoration and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position! Check out the Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.
At Midpen, we believe open space is for all. Our public lands are shared spaces provided for the community by the community. All people, regardless of background, deserve respect, dignity, safety, and a sense of belonging. Midpen welcomes all people to enjoy the public open space preserves we hold in trust, supporting the mental, physical, and social well-being of our region.
About the Position: Qualified candidates have knowledge of principals, practices, procedures, and techniques for public agency/governmental budgeting , reporting, and analysis, and District wide administrative practices.
Central knowledge, skills, and experience include (but are not limited to):
- participation of the daily operations and activities of the Budget & Finance department
- participation in the development, administration, and oversight of the department’s annual budget
- develop and implement the appropriate financial processes, procedures, and systems to ensure the timely and accurate preparation and presentation of the District’s annual Capital and Operating Budget supervision, training, and evaluation of staff responsible for the budget functions
- presentations to executive staff and the Board of Directors
- assist with the preparation for, and the management of, the District’s annual outside financial audit
- assist departments in understanding and controlling their financial records
- preparation of clear and concise reports and policies
- assist with the timely and accurate preparation and presentation of required reports for the District’s Bond Oversight Committee
- performing research and analysis
- independently perform the full range of finance duties as assigned
- provide high quality staff assistance to the Budget & Finance Manager
Qualities
- Excellent written and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Problem solver
- Commitment to excellent customer service
Highly Desired
- Public sector experience
- Masters degree
Education and Experience: any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
- Equivalent to graduation form an accredited college or university, ideally with a degree in accounting or finance with a public administration focus and
- Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in budgeting/financial administration.
- A masters degree and public sector experience are highly desired.
Licenses & Certifications Required: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
A Few Reasons Why You May Love This Job
- Collaborative work that directly supports Midpen’s mission to protect and restore the natural environment
- You’ll be part of a talented and dynamic team whose work contributes to providing nature’s benefits to everyone
- Excellent employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement pension through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
Work Environment: During peak budget season, this position may occasionally work evenings and extended hours as well as be expected to attend evening board meetings. Midpen offers a hybrid office/telecommute work environment for this position in our administrative office is in Los Altos, California.
How to Apply: A note to applicants who currently live outside of the San Francisco Bay Area: before committing to the application process, and if you haven’t done so already, we suggest evaluating the feasibility of relocation. We recommend researching the cost of living in the San Francisco Bay Area, the cost to relocate, and typical commute times to Los Altos from outlying areas.
Deadline to apply: August 18, 2024 (to avoid missing email communication about this recruitment, add [email protected] to your contacts or list of safe senders.)
Required application items:
1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
4. Supplemental question responses
Schedule:
(Dates are subject to change. We cannot accommodate individual schedules.)
First Interview (virtual): September 9, 2024
Second Interview (in person): September 18, 2024
Midpen reserves the right to limit or deny off-duty employment or business ownership which creates a conflict of interest or an incompatibility with District employment. Information can be found in the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual Section 4.13 Off-Duty Employment and Business Ownership.