Job Description
Job description
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, *** (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and ****** orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-3+42+7
Position #(s):
480-XXXXXX
480-XXXXXX
480-XXXXXX
Working Title:
ACCOUNTANT I (SPECIALIST)
Classification:
ACCOUNTANT I (SPECIALIST)
$3,600.00 - $4,506.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Napa County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Department of State Hospitals - Napa
Department Information
Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties
• MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS WITH APPLICATION TO PROVE ELIGIBILITY
The Department of State Hospitals - Napa has multiple vacancies for full-time, permanent Accountant I's (Specialist) in the Trust Office. The Accountant I (Specialist) reports to the Accounting Officer Supervisor and performs difficult semi-professional accounting work and maintenance of accounts and records for specialized agency activities, departmental systems, and for central fiscal control activities; maintenance of a segment of an accounting function for a state department (e.g., accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash disbursements; and to do other related work.)
Important characteristics include punctuality, good attendance, positive attitude, good verbal and written communication skills, self-motivated, customer service oriented, and the ability to be cross trained on multiple desks.
Appications will be accepted on a flow basis and are due by the established cutoff periods to be considered for an interview. Established cutoff periods are: May + 2026, May 30, 2026, June 20, 2026 and July 11, 2026. Applications will be screened and only the most competitive candidates will be invited for an interview. Failure to include necessary documents may also exclude you from the hiring process. Position will be filled based upon budget approval.
You must first obtain eligibility in order to apply for this job vacancy. Obtaining list eligibility is a separate process. You can view the requirements and take the exam for list eligibility by visiting: This is an exam bulletin for Accountant 1 Specialist (ca.gov)
To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required:
• Duties Performed and Supervisor’s name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678 - Incomplete applications will not be considered .
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD. 678
• Foreign transcripts must be evaluated and submitted with application STD. 678
• Education required to meet the minimum qualifications - will require transcripts submitted with application STD. 678.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Special Requirements
• The position(s) require(s) completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification (link available in the Minimum Requirements section).
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of State Hospitals
Attn: Candice Zamora Duran
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.
Napa , CA +4558
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of State Hospitals
Candice Zamora Duran
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.
Napa , CA +4558
Application drop off locations may be non-operational during weekends and holidays.
08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, *** (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and ****** orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-3+42+7
Position #(s):
480-XXXXXX
480-XXXXXX
480-XXXXXX
Working Title:
ACCOUNTANT I (SPECIALIST)
Classification:
ACCOUNTANT I (SPECIALIST)
$3,600.00 - $4,506.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Napa County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Department of State Hospitals - Napa
Department Information
Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov
Job Description And Duties
• MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS WITH APPLICATION TO PROVE ELIGIBILITY
The Department of State Hospitals - Napa has multiple vacancies for full-time, permanent Accountant I's (Specialist) in the Trust Office. The Accountant I (Specialist) reports to the Accounting Officer Supervisor and performs difficult semi-professional accounting work and maintenance of accounts and records for specialized agency activities, departmental systems, and for central fiscal control activities; maintenance of a segment of an accounting function for a state department (e.g., accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash disbursements; and to do other related work.)
Important characteristics include punctuality, good attendance, positive attitude, good verbal and written communication skills, self-motivated, customer service oriented, and the ability to be cross trained on multiple desks.
Appications will be accepted on a flow basis and are due by the established cutoff periods to be considered for an interview. Established cutoff periods are: May + 2026, May 30, 2026, June 20, 2026 and July 11, 2026. Applications will be screened and only the most competitive candidates will be invited for an interview. Failure to include necessary documents may also exclude you from the hiring process. Position will be filled based upon budget approval.
You must first obtain eligibility in order to apply for this job vacancy. Obtaining list eligibility is a separate process. You can view the requirements and take the exam for list eligibility by visiting: This is an exam bulletin for Accountant 1 Specialist (ca.gov)
To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required:
• Duties Performed and Supervisor’s name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678 - Incomplete applications will not be considered .
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD. 678
• Foreign transcripts must be evaluated and submitted with application STD. 678
• Education required to meet the minimum qualifications - will require transcripts submitted with application STD. 678.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Special Requirements
• The position(s) require(s) completion of educational courses as specified in the Class Specification (link available in the Minimum Requirements section).
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of State Hospitals
Attn: Candice Zamora Duran
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.
Napa , CA +4558
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of State Hospitals
Candice Zamora Duran
2100 Napa/Vallejo Hwy.
Napa , CA +4558
Application drop off locations may be non-operational during weekends and holidays.
08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The ACCOUNTANT I |SPECIALIST position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Napa offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
