Fiscal Technical Specialist I/II/III (Flex)

The Fiscal Technical Specialist I/II/III provides specialized fiscal, administrative, records, and technical support within the Mono County Public Defender’s Office. Depending on assignment and level, responsibilities may include maintaining financial and administrative records, processing and reconciling information, preparing reports, monitoring transactions, maintaining databases and specialized records, and providing technical assistance related to departmental procedures and requirements. The position works closely with Public Defender’s Office staff and County partners to ensure information is accurate, complete, timely, and maintained in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations.

The Fiscal Technical Specialist classification offers progressive levels of responsibility, with employees at the higher levels expected to perform increasingly complex and specialized assignments with greater independence. This position is an important part of the Public Defender’s Office by providing the fiscal, records, and administrative support necessary for attorneys and staff to effectively carry out the Office’s public defense mission.

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Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and dependable professional who enjoys working with financial information, records, databases, and administrative processes in a service-oriented environment. The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills and the ability to accurately maintain records, review and reconcile information, prepare reports, perform calculations, and apply departmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to assigned work. Strong computer skills and the ability to learn and effectively use spreadsheets, databases, and specialized County systems are important to success in this role.

The ideal candidate will also demonstrate sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and strong customer service skills. Because the position supports a Public Defender’s Office, the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately is essential. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines, communicating clearly with attorneys and staff, and working collaboratively in a professional legal environment. Candidates who are adaptable, organized, accurate, and committed to providing high-quality internal and public service will be well suited for this position.

About the Mono County Public Defender’s Office

The Mono County Public Defender’s Office is dedicated to protecting the constitutional rights of individuals who are unable to afford private legal representation. The Office provides criminal defense services throughout Mono County and works with Public Defender staff, Contract Public Defenders, and justice-system partners to ensure clients receive effective and ethical representation.

Supporting this mission is a team of professionals who provide the administrative, fiscal, technical, and operational support necessary for the Office to function effectively. The Fiscal Technical Specialist plays an important role behind the scenes by maintaining accurate records, supporting fiscal and administrative processes, providing reliable information, and helping ensure departmental operations are organized and responsive to the needs of attorneys, staff, and the individuals the Office serves.

Working in the Mono County Public Defender’s Office offers the opportunity to contribute to an essential public service while working in a collaborative and professional environment. The Office values accuracy, confidentiality, teamwork, professionalism, and a commitment to providing quality service to the community.

Mono County, California's Great Beyond

Mono County offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through public service while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. As a small, collaborative county organization, employees work closely with leadership, take on diverse responsibilities, and see the direct results of their work in the community.

What employees value about working at Mono County: Employees appreciate Mono County’s location and lifestyle benefits, strong benefits package (including CalPERS retirement and health coverage), collaborative teams, and the opportunity to make a direct impact in public service. Our smaller, close-knit work environment fosters meaningful connections and supports work–life balance.

Mono County, Located in California’s Eastern Sierra

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

Click the benefits tab to see details.Training and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

FTS I
One (1) year of previous work experience in performing office, financial, or statistical support work.

FTS II
One (1) year of work experience in performing financial, statistical, assessment roll, treasury support, tax collection support, or document processing and recording work at a level comparable to Fiscal and Technical Specialist I with Mono County.

FTS III
Two (2) years of work experience in performing financial, statistical, assessment roll, treasury support, tax collection support, child support, or document processing and recording work at a level comparable to Fiscal and Technical Specialist II with Mono County.