Education Fiscal Services Assistant Examination

Job Description

This is the entry and first journey level in this series. This class is used as a permanent allocation for lesser skilled functions or as a training level for the higher professional levels in the series. Under general supervision, the Assistant provides consultative and technical fiscal review services to department staff and local school officials in less sensitive or complex areas of the program. Incumbents may also work under the guidance of Consultants.

Examination Bulletin

• Examination Bulletin (DOCX)

Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire

The California civil service selection system is merit-based, and eligibility for appointment is established through a formal examination process. The Education Fiscal Services Assistant examination consists of a Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire (QAQ) that will be used to evaluate your experience, education, and training. The QAQ is the entire examination and will account for 100% of your score. Candidates will receive notification of their score by mail.

General Instructions/How to Apply

To apply for this examination, you must submit a complete application package which includes an Examination and/or Employment Application (STD. 678), the Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire including the Affirmation Statement, and evidence of completion of the required education.

• Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678) (PDF)
• Qualifications Assessment Questionnaire and signed Affirmation Statement (PDF)
• Evidence of completion of required education/credential/license/certificate (copy is acceptable)

Please submit your completed application package to:

California Department of Education
Examination & Recruitment Office
1430 N Street, Suite 1802
Sacramento, CA 95814

Vacant Positions

If you are successful in the Education Fiscal Services Assistant examination, your name will be placed on an eligible list used for hiring. You may receive contact letters inviting you to participate in hiring interviews for Education Fiscal Services Consultant positions. You can also search for Education Fiscal Services Assistant positions by viewing our Job Announcements page. You should review and familiarize yourself with the position description and job duties listed on the Job Announcement prior to your hiring interview.