Fiscal Technical Specialist I

The Fiscal Technical Specialist I provides fiscal, administrative, data, and technical support for Mono County’s housing programs and initiatives within the County Administrative Office. Working closely with the Housing Management Analyst, this position supports the day-to-day administration and financial tracking of housing programs, grants, contracts, and projects that expand housing opportunities in Mono County.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate financial and program records; tracking expenditures, revenues, funding sources, and program activity; assisting with budget development and monitoring; reviewing and processing financial and program documentation; maintaining spreadsheets, databases, and other tracking systems; preparing reports and supporting documentation; and assisting with grant, contract, and compliance requirements. The position may also assist with income qualification documentation, program applications, payment processing, reconciliations, and other administrative functions associated with housing programs.

The Fiscal Technical Specialist serves as an important technical resource to the Housing Management Analyst by organizing and maintaining accurate fiscal and program information, identifying discrepancies or missing documentation, compiling data, and helping ensure housing program activities are properly documented and supported. The position requires attention to detail, sound judgment, confidentiality, and the ability to interpret and apply applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and program requirements while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

This position is part of the County Administrative Office and contributes to Countywide housing initiatives by providing the reliable fiscal and administrative support necessary to move housing programs, funding, and projects forward.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized and detail-oriented professional who enjoys working with numbers, records, data, and administrative processes and takes pride in producing accurate, complete, and reliable work. This position is well suited to someone who can manage multiple assignments, identify discrepancies, follow financial and program requirements, and keep information organized so that housing programs and projects can move forward efficiently.

The successful candidate will have strong skills in financial and statistical record keeping, spreadsheets, data organization, document processing, and information systems. Experience with budgeting, grant administration, contract support, accounts payable or receivable, financial reconciliation, program administration, or government operations is desirable. Familiarity with housing programs, public-sector funding, or affordable housing is helpful but not required; the ability to learn specialized housing program requirements and apply them accurately is essential.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working closely with the Housing Management Analyst and other County staff, providing dependable fiscal and administrative support while also working independently on assigned responsibilities. Strong communication skills, sound judgment, discretion, and a service-oriented approach are important, as is the ability to explain information clearly and work cooperatively with staff, contractors, program participants, and other partners.

Above all, the ideal candidate is someone who is dependable, curious, thorough, and willing to learn. This person understands that accurate financial records, timely documentation, organized data, and careful follow-through are essential to successful public programs and is motivated by the opportunity to support County efforts to expand and maintain housing opportunities in Mono County.

The County Administrative Office provides leadership, coordination, and organizational support across Mono County government. The office works closely with the Board of Supervisors, County departments, and community partners to carry out Board direction, manage County resources, coordinate Countywide priorities, and support effective delivery of public services.

The County Administrative Office is responsible for developing and managing the County budget, monitoring programs and services, supporting long-range planning, and coordinating major County initiatives and special projects. The office also works across departments to help implement strategic priorities and address issues that require a Countywide approach.

Housing is an important Countywide priority, requiring coordination among County departments, public agencies, community partners, property owners, developers, and other stakeholders. Within this environment, the Housing Management Analyst leads the administration and implementation of housing programs and projects, including funding, compliance, property and asset management, and project delivery. The Fiscal Technical Specialist provides the fiscal, data, documentation, and administrative support that helps these programs operate accurately and efficiently.

The County Administrative Office offers an opportunity to work on projects that have Countywide significance while collaborating with staff across different areas of local government. Employees in the office are expected to be adaptable, collaborative, organized, and responsive, with an understanding that effective County administration depends on strong coordination, accurate information, responsible stewardship of public resources, and practical implementation of County priorities.

Mono County is a rural region with a dynamic community of 13,000 residents located in the eastern side of California’s Sierra Nevada range. Development is increasing in the area due to the consistent growth of the town of Mammoth Lakes. Known as “California’s Great Beyond” this natural playground offers a complete range of amenities and activities making it an ideal place to live and work. Enjoy fine shops, restaurants, and cafes. Snowboard, ski, or bike down mountain trails, fish for trout, explore the backcountry, play a round of golf, relax in soothing hot springs, or paddle a kayak along the shores of Mono Lake.

The town of Mammoth Lakes is the most populated region of Mono County, hosting Mammoth Mountain Ski area and various resort-community amenities. On the quieter side, June Lake, Lee Vining, Bridgeport, Walker, Coleville, Chalfant, and Benton offer a more rural atmosphere, unlimited outdoor adventures, and small-town charm.

• Retirement: CalPERS retirement and 457/401(a) Plans available.
• Medical: CalPERS health plans
• Dental & Vision
• Generous vacation and sick pay
• Discounted gym membership