Stanislaus County, CA
Various, California, United States
About the Opportunity Stanislaus County is recruiting for college students to help throughout its 27 departments. This particular recruitment requires you tobe a college student.College Interns are classified as part-time and employees are considered extra-help. To assist us in moving you along in the recruitment process, pleaseanswer the supplemental questions. ABOUT THE POSITION Clerical/Community Aides provide routine to difficult support tasks and services to various County departments and operations under supervision. Duties within this classification may have a clerical emphasis, community partner emphasis, or a combination of both. For positions with clerical emphasis, primary job duties are clerical. For positions with a community partner or Public Information emphasis,,the primaryjob duty is working with the community, either in an office, clinic, or conducting outreach. This will include meeting with the public in private, group settings, or during outreach events, understanding and making referrals to community resources and fostering communication between the public and the department or County. Thisstarting position isdesigned to exercise general clerical tasks and learn County procedures. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holidayand shift work. Position performs related duties as assigned. Part-time County employees are automatically enrolled into the PARS Retirement System. The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under "Disability Management". Typical Tasks Clerical Emphasis - Typical Tasks Maintain alphabetic and numeric files by retrieving and filing a variety of documents; Search files for specific information; Monitor files for completeness and propriety; Receive, segregate and route mail; Order, receive, log and distribute supplies and monitor inventory; Compile information and data necessary for the preparation of various departmental reports; Maintain routine operational records by transferring, coding and indexing data; Answer the telephone, take messages, meet and assist the public; Greet customers and direct them to appropriate services; Respond to customer inquiries regarding computer/equipment usage; Issue access cards; Perform a limited amount of typing incidental to other tasks; Enterdata into an automated computer system; Operate a cash register and collect fees; and Operate modern office equipment, including computer, scanner/copier, fax and microfilm machine. Community Partner Emphasis - Typical Tasks Meet regularly with designated population; Provide support and guidance based on life experience; Act as a liaison between designated population and public entities; Create, plan and carry out activities that provide information, encouragement and support; Demonstrate a commitment to quality customer service by interacting with customers in a friendly and helpful manner, referring questions to appropriate staff; Provide information and referrals regarding available services within the community; Search and compile data necessary for the preparation of various departmental reports; Participate in meetings andoutreach events; Work closely with internal and external partners; Keep accurate records and input data into an automated computer system; Complete necessary paperwork timely and accurately;and Deliver materials to appropriate locations. Public Information Emphasis - Typical Tasks Participate in meetings, outreach events and give public presentations; Follow up on messages from residents or members of the media; Social media, digital communication and photography; Draft press releases and edit web site content; Copy editing and written report preparation; Participate in the development and implementation of marking and public relations plans; Assist in developing, maintaining and expanding marketing channels to stake holders; and Assist with the preparation, set-up and take-down of public relations events. Minimum Qualifications (Skills, Ability, Knowledge, Education/Experience) SKILLS/ABILITIES Follow oral and written instructions; Accurately perform a wide variety of clerical work of routine to average difficulty; Learn the operation of office equipment related to the job; and Deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner. KNOWLEDGE Proper usage of grammar and punctuation; Alphabetic and numeric filing methods; Basic mathematics; and Modernoffice procedures and practices. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Must have junior or senior standing and be enrolled in a four-year degree program; OR Current student enrolled in the last semester of a two-year degree program; OR Enrolled in a graduate program; OR Enrolled in college level coursework and have special measurable technical skills. Applicants must also meet each of the below requirements at time of submittingapplication: Submit a letter of recommendation from an instructorof currenteducational institute, college or university; AND Have a current cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 ( student to submit copy of last grade report with cumulative GPA ); AND Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills; AND Have strong initiative and the ability to work independently; AND Meet Department/Division specific qualifications. In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualificationsyou may have within the "Duties" section of the online application. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Equivalent of three (3) months full-time general office experience. Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. Application Review and Screening . Applications are carefully screened based on information provided.Thosewho submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. Written Examination . Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. Oral Examination . Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. Eligible Lists . Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months. Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help/part-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County . Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
About the Opportunity Stanislaus County is recruiting for college students to help throughout its 27 departments. This particular recruitment requires you tobe a college student.College Interns are classified as part-time and employees are considered extra-help. To assist us in moving you along in the recruitment process, pleaseanswer the supplemental questions. ABOUT THE POSITION Clerical/Community Aides provide routine to difficult support tasks and services to various County departments and operations under supervision. Duties within this classification may have a clerical emphasis, community partner emphasis, or a combination of both. For positions with clerical emphasis, primary job duties are clerical. For positions with a community partner or Public Information emphasis,,the primaryjob duty is working with the community, either in an office, clinic, or conducting outreach. This will include meeting with the public in private, group settings, or during outreach events, understanding and making referrals to community resources and fostering communication between the public and the department or County. Thisstarting position isdesigned to exercise general clerical tasks and learn County procedures. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holidayand shift work. Position performs related duties as assigned. Part-time County employees are automatically enrolled into the PARS Retirement System. The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under "Disability Management". Typical Tasks Clerical Emphasis - Typical Tasks Maintain alphabetic and numeric files by retrieving and filing a variety of documents; Search files for specific information; Monitor files for completeness and propriety; Receive, segregate and route mail; Order, receive, log and distribute supplies and monitor inventory; Compile information and data necessary for the preparation of various departmental reports; Maintain routine operational records by transferring, coding and indexing data; Answer the telephone, take messages, meet and assist the public; Greet customers and direct them to appropriate services; Respond to customer inquiries regarding computer/equipment usage; Issue access cards; Perform a limited amount of typing incidental to other tasks; Enterdata into an automated computer system; Operate a cash register and collect fees; and Operate modern office equipment, including computer, scanner/copier, fax and microfilm machine. Community Partner Emphasis - Typical Tasks Meet regularly with designated population; Provide support and guidance based on life experience; Act as a liaison between designated population and public entities; Create, plan and carry out activities that provide information, encouragement and support; Demonstrate a commitment to quality customer service by interacting with customers in a friendly and helpful manner, referring questions to appropriate staff; Provide information and referrals regarding available services within the community; Search and compile data necessary for the preparation of various departmental reports; Participate in meetings andoutreach events; Work closely with internal and external partners; Keep accurate records and input data into an automated computer system; Complete necessary paperwork timely and accurately;and Deliver materials to appropriate locations. Public Information Emphasis - Typical Tasks Participate in meetings, outreach events and give public presentations; Follow up on messages from residents or members of the media; Social media, digital communication and photography; Draft press releases and edit web site content; Copy editing and written report preparation; Participate in the development and implementation of marking and public relations plans; Assist in developing, maintaining and expanding marketing channels to stake holders; and Assist with the preparation, set-up and take-down of public relations events. Minimum Qualifications (Skills, Ability, Knowledge, Education/Experience) SKILLS/ABILITIES Follow oral and written instructions; Accurately perform a wide variety of clerical work of routine to average difficulty; Learn the operation of office equipment related to the job; and Deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner. KNOWLEDGE Proper usage of grammar and punctuation; Alphabetic and numeric filing methods; Basic mathematics; and Modernoffice procedures and practices. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Must have junior or senior standing and be enrolled in a four-year degree program; OR Current student enrolled in the last semester of a two-year degree program; OR Enrolled in a graduate program; OR Enrolled in college level coursework and have special measurable technical skills. Applicants must also meet each of the below requirements at time of submittingapplication: Submit a letter of recommendation from an instructorof currenteducational institute, college or university; AND Have a current cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 ( student to submit copy of last grade report with cumulative GPA ); AND Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills; AND Have strong initiative and the ability to work independently; AND Meet Department/Division specific qualifications. In addition to the minimum qualifications, applicant screening will focus on the following desirable qualifications. Please list any of these qualificationsyou may have within the "Duties" section of the online application. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Equivalent of three (3) months full-time general office experience. Application and Selection Procedures APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications EXAMINATION PROCESS Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County. Application Review and Screening . Applications are carefully screened based on information provided.Thosewho submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. Written Examination . Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. Oral Examination . Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. Eligible Lists . Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months. Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help/part-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County . Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. Stanislaus County supports the good health of its workforce. More information is available at http://myclubwellness.org Cell phones are typically incompatible with the online application format or browser. We recommend using a desktop or laptop computer. If you are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
