This recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received. The City reserves the right to limit the applications to the first 50 applicants. This recruitment may close at any time; apply immediately. The Payment Specialist Position is Grant Funded. The Payment Specialist position is located in the Social Services Department. This position is responsible for processing provider payment requests for Cal. WORKS Stage I Families/ Alternative Payment Program. The paymen... more details
Definition
This recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received. The City reserves the right to limit the applications to the first 50 applicants. This recruitment may close at any time; apply immediately. The Payment Specialist Position is Grant Funded
The Payment Specialist position is located in the Social Services Department. This position is responsible for processing provider payment requests for CalWORKS Stage I Families/Alternative Payment Program. The payment Specialist will meet contact requirements set forth by the County of Los Angeles, DPSS.
Essential Duties
Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Reviews Provider Payment Request and Attendance Records for completeness, accuracy and program compliance.
Verifies that each form is signed by both provider and parent.
Calculates and processes Provider Payment Request and Attendance Records on a daily basis.
Assures payment data is entered in a timely manner.
Ensures that data in system is consistent with information on Provider Payment Request and Attendance Records.
If information is not in system, refers back to staff member to update.
Inputs payment data into county data system.
Coordinates with Finance Department to submit payment warrants to issue checks or vouchers.
Verifies that payment information received from Finance reconciles with input for given time period.
Assists with preparation of monthly reports as requested; maintains filing in a timely manner. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualification Guidelines
Knowledge of: general methods and techniques of CalWORKS/Alternative Programs; data entry and word processing programs such as Word, Excel and Leader Replacement System (LRS).
Skills: Excellent accounting; communication, written and oral; organization and clerical skills required. Must display pleasant and professional telephone etiquette.
Ability to: operate a variety of office equipment, including operations of a computer and calculator; work well with diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, religious and cultural groups; assist with implementation of program goals; attend meetings and conferences; handle a high volume of payments; provide detailed explanations when necessary; balance the work flow of multiple tasks; maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters; work variable days and hours; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; read and comprehend simple instructions, and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form, such as spreadsheets, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; read and understand routine reports and correspondence; add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs; perform these operations using amounts of United States money; solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. Ability to speak Spanish is desirable.
Education and Experience Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example combinations include:
High school diploma and two (2) years of college level course work in Business Administration, Accounting or a related field is required. Directly related work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis. Certificate in data entry from accredited school desirable and Ten-key by touch.
Required Licenses and Certificates Possession of an appropriate California driver's license at the time of appointment and a satisfactory driving record.
Supplemental Information
Apply online at http://www.norwalkca.gov/city-hall/departments/human-resources. Applications and supplemental questionnaires are also available through the Department of Human Resources, Norwalk City Hall, 12700 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650. Employment application and supplemental questionnaire must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City application. Faxed materials or postmarks will not be accepted. City Hall will be closed on alternate Fridays due to the 9/80 work schedule. Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Candidates with qualifications that best relate to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuation in the selection process. The selection process will include an oral interview and other testing processes designed to predict successful job performance. The class may be utilized in various City departments.
The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim veteran's preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge.
For a complete copy of the class specification, please click here.
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling the Department of Human Resources at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled examination/interview date. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
The City of Norwalk, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability, sex, or sexual orientation in its employment actions, policies, procedures or practices.
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