Solano County, CA
Fairfield, California, United States
Under direction, performs a variety of difficult and complex clerical and administrative support work in connection with the preparation, processing, coordinating and/or filing of criminal and/or civil cases; performs related duties as required. This class is the journey level in the Legal Secretary series and is characterized by the responsibility to provide advanced clerical and administrative support in the preparation, processing, coordination, tracking and filing of cases. This class is distinguished from the Legal Secretary, Senior position in that the latter has responsibility for a technical segment of clerical operations that may include providing lead worker guidance to incumbents of this class. Essential Duties Depending on assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Prepares a variety of legal documents, such as legal briefs and memorandums, opinions, subpoenas, court orders, complex writs, appeals, motions and jury instructions, from verbal instructions, handwritten, typed or voice recorded draft; receives direction regarding or independently determines document format, distribution and preparation priority; proofreads and/or corrects copy for grammar, spelling, punctuation and conformance to established procedure or other guidelines; assists in developing forms and standardized correspondence language; takes routine dictation or instruction in order to compose routine correspondence. 2. Processes legal documents, records and reports through the office to which assigned, as well as through the Courts or other judicial system and/or administrative agencies based on established procedures or special instructions in case files; prepares case files; receives, processes and files a variety of reports, documents and fees resulting from legal actions; collects and maintains statistical data. 3. Provides the public, employees and others general procedural and/or case information which requires distinguishing between and consideration of sensitive or protected and public information; answers the telephone; takes messages and forwards to appropriate staff. 4. Coordinates the preparation of files for attorneys; pulls files for cases scheduled for court and ensures that all needed documents are included; maintains correct status of court calendars; may accompany attorneys to meetings; assists with routine legal research. 5. Maintains files and record-keeping systems; sorts and stores information based on alpha, numeric, content or other classification method; searches for and retrieves information stored in manual and/or automated systems; purges files in accordance with established procedure. 6. Maintains records and workload statistics; prepares work unit reports; may participate and assist in review and implementation of new office procedures. 7. Handles evidence, such as photos, video tapes, and audio tapes, properly and by procedure; processes rejected cases; photocopies documents; files and shreds rejected reports. 8. Screens phone and office callers; takes and relays inquiries and messages; evaluates informational needs of callers; answers questions; directs people or transfers calls to appropriate parties or offices; calls people and other County departments to request, update or verify information. Click on the following link to view the job description: https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15866 The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur throughout the County. Position Requirements High school diploma or GED; supplemented by one (1) year of full-time work experience in preparing and processing legal documents, preferably for a governmental agency, including six (6) months experience in a legal secretary capacity that demonstrates possession of and competency in the requisite knowledge and abilities. Applicants are required to demonstrate a net typing speed of fifty (50) words per minute. Demonstration of these skills will be done during the online typing examination. Selection Process This recruitment is open continuous. Applications will be reviewed every 2 weeks. TBD - Typing and Written Exam Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees. Supplemental Information How To Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . Be sure to include the recruitment title and the recruitment. Veteran’s Preference Points To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations. Americans with Disabilities Act It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215 . This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request number in your email or fax. We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more, view our benefits summary . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Under direction, performs a variety of difficult and complex clerical and administrative support work in connection with the preparation, processing, coordinating and/or filing of criminal and/or civil cases; performs related duties as required. This class is the journey level in the Legal Secretary series and is characterized by the responsibility to provide advanced clerical and administrative support in the preparation, processing, coordination, tracking and filing of cases. This class is distinguished from the Legal Secretary, Senior position in that the latter has responsibility for a technical segment of clerical operations that may include providing lead worker guidance to incumbents of this class. Essential Duties Depending on assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Prepares a variety of legal documents, such as legal briefs and memorandums, opinions, subpoenas, court orders, complex writs, appeals, motions and jury instructions, from verbal instructions, handwritten, typed or voice recorded draft; receives direction regarding or independently determines document format, distribution and preparation priority; proofreads and/or corrects copy for grammar, spelling, punctuation and conformance to established procedure or other guidelines; assists in developing forms and standardized correspondence language; takes routine dictation or instruction in order to compose routine correspondence. 2. Processes legal documents, records and reports through the office to which assigned, as well as through the Courts or other judicial system and/or administrative agencies based on established procedures or special instructions in case files; prepares case files; receives, processes and files a variety of reports, documents and fees resulting from legal actions; collects and maintains statistical data. 3. Provides the public, employees and others general procedural and/or case information which requires distinguishing between and consideration of sensitive or protected and public information; answers the telephone; takes messages and forwards to appropriate staff. 4. Coordinates the preparation of files for attorneys; pulls files for cases scheduled for court and ensures that all needed documents are included; maintains correct status of court calendars; may accompany attorneys to meetings; assists with routine legal research. 5. Maintains files and record-keeping systems; sorts and stores information based on alpha, numeric, content or other classification method; searches for and retrieves information stored in manual and/or automated systems; purges files in accordance with established procedure. 6. Maintains records and workload statistics; prepares work unit reports; may participate and assist in review and implementation of new office procedures. 7. Handles evidence, such as photos, video tapes, and audio tapes, properly and by procedure; processes rejected cases; photocopies documents; files and shreds rejected reports. 8. Screens phone and office callers; takes and relays inquiries and messages; evaluates informational needs of callers; answers questions; directs people or transfers calls to appropriate parties or offices; calls people and other County departments to request, update or verify information. Click on the following link to view the job description: https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15866 The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur throughout the County. Position Requirements High school diploma or GED; supplemented by one (1) year of full-time work experience in preparing and processing legal documents, preferably for a governmental agency, including six (6) months experience in a legal secretary capacity that demonstrates possession of and competency in the requisite knowledge and abilities. Applicants are required to demonstrate a net typing speed of fifty (50) words per minute. Demonstration of these skills will be done during the online typing examination. Selection Process This recruitment is open continuous. Applications will be reviewed every 2 weeks. TBD - Typing and Written Exam Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees. Supplemental Information How To Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . Be sure to include the recruitment title and the recruitment. Veteran’s Preference Points To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations. Americans with Disabilities Act It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215 . This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request number in your email or fax. We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more, view our benefits summary . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Solano County, CA
Fairfield, California, United States
Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex clerical and administrative support work in connection with the preparation, processing, coordinating and/or filing of criminal and/or civil cases; performs related duties as required. This class is the entry level in the Legal Secretary series and is characterized by the responsibility to provide clerical and administrative support in the preparation, processing, coordination, tracking and filing of cases. This class is distinguished from the Legal Secretary position in that the latter has responsibility for more technical aspects of the work and has more discretion in decision making. Essential Duties Depending on assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Prepares or assists in preparing a variety of legal documents, such as legal briefs and memorandums, opinions, subpoenas, court orders, complex writs, appeals, motions and jury instructions, from verbal instructions, handwritten, typed or voice recorded draft; receives direction regarding document format, distribution and preparation priority; proofs and/or corrects copy for grammar, spelling, punctuation and conformance to established procedure or other guidelines; uses forms and standardized correspondence language; takes routine dictation or instruction in order to compose routine correspondence.Processes legal documents, records and reports through the office to which assigned, as well as through the Courts or other judicial system and/or administrative agencies based on established procedures or special instructions in case files; prepares case files; receives, processes and files a variety of reports, documents and fees resulting from legal actions; collects and maintains statistical data.Provides the public, employees and others general procedural and/or case information which requires distinguishing between and consideration of sensitive or protected and public information.Coordinates the prepar2tion of files for attorneys; pulls files for cases scheduled for court and ensures that all needed documents are included; maintains correct status of court calendars; may accompany attorneys to meetings; may assist with routine legal research.Maintains files and record-keeping systems; sorts and stores information based on alpha, numeric, content or other classification method; searches for and retrieves information stored in manual and/or automated systems; purges files in accordance with established procedure.Screens phone and office callers; takes and relays inquiries and messages; evaluates informational needs of callers; answers questions; directs people or transfers calls to appropriate parties or offices; calls people and other County departments to request, update or verify information. Click on the following link to view the job description: https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15867 The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur throughout the County. Position Requirements High school diploma or GED; supplemented by six (6) months of full-time work experience in preparing and processing legal documents, preferably for a governmental agency, that demonstrates possession of and competency in the requisite knowledge and abilities. Applicants are required to demonstrate a net typing speed of forty (40) words per minute. Demonstration of these skills will be done during the online typing examination. Selection Process This recruitment is open continuous. Applications will be reviewed every 2 weeks. TBD - Typing and Written Exam Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees. Supplemental Information How To Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . Be sure to include the recruitment title and the recruitment. Veteran’s Preference Points To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations. Americans with Disabilities Act It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities. Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215 . This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request number in your email or fax. We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more, view our benefits summary . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 12, 2024
Full Time
Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex clerical and administrative support work in connection with the preparation, processing, coordinating and/or filing of criminal and/or civil cases; performs related duties as required. This class is the entry level in the Legal Secretary series and is characterized by the responsibility to provide clerical and administrative support in the preparation, processing, coordination, tracking and filing of cases. This class is distinguished from the Legal Secretary position in that the latter has responsibility for more technical aspects of the work and has more discretion in decision making. Essential Duties Depending on assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Prepares or assists in preparing a variety of legal documents, such as legal briefs and memorandums, opinions, subpoenas, court orders, complex writs, appeals, motions and jury instructions, from verbal instructions, handwritten, typed or voice recorded draft; receives direction regarding document format, distribution and preparation priority; proofs and/or corrects copy for grammar, spelling, punctuation and conformance to established procedure or other guidelines; uses forms and standardized correspondence language; takes routine dictation or instruction in order to compose routine correspondence.Processes legal documents, records and reports through the office to which assigned, as well as through the Courts or other judicial system and/or administrative agencies based on established procedures or special instructions in case files; prepares case files; receives, processes and files a variety of reports, documents and fees resulting from legal actions; collects and maintains statistical data.Provides the public, employees and others general procedural and/or case information which requires distinguishing between and consideration of sensitive or protected and public information.Coordinates the prepar2tion of files for attorneys; pulls files for cases scheduled for court and ensures that all needed documents are included; maintains correct status of court calendars; may accompany attorneys to meetings; may assist with routine legal research.Maintains files and record-keeping systems; sorts and stores information based on alpha, numeric, content or other classification method; searches for and retrieves information stored in manual and/or automated systems; purges files in accordance with established procedure.Screens phone and office callers; takes and relays inquiries and messages; evaluates informational needs of callers; answers questions; directs people or transfers calls to appropriate parties or offices; calls people and other County departments to request, update or verify information. Click on the following link to view the job description: https://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15867 The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur throughout the County. Position Requirements High school diploma or GED; supplemented by six (6) months of full-time work experience in preparing and processing legal documents, preferably for a governmental agency, that demonstrates possession of and competency in the requisite knowledge and abilities. Applicants are required to demonstrate a net typing speed of forty (40) words per minute. Demonstration of these skills will be done during the online typing examination. Selection Process This recruitment is open continuous. Applications will be reviewed every 2 weeks. TBD - Typing and Written Exam Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees. Supplemental Information How To Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . Be sure to include the recruitment title and the recruitment. Veteran’s Preference Points To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations. Americans with Disabilities Act It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities. Form: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=23215 . This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request number in your email or fax. We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more, view our benefits summary . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 4/3/2024, 5/1/2024, 5/29/2024, 6/26/2024, 7/24/2024 (Final) Under general supervision, a Legal Secretary II performs a wide variety of complex legal clerical work requiring independent judgment and discretion, and is subject to minimal work direction and instruction. Positions allocated to this class frequently provide lead direction to other clerical staff. The range of duties typically involves performing work in multiple, unrelated areas of law and for several attorneys, and/or other staff. Incumbents may be required to use shorthand to perform some work assignments. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Purpose, format, and processing procedures of a wide variety of legal forms and documents Legal terminology, spelling and usage English grammar, punctuation, spelling and usage with emphasis on composition of both general business and legal correspondence Basic procedures of the court system regarding processing of legal documents and filing deadlines Basic structure of the civil and criminal court system General clerical office practices and procedures Basic organization of a law library Basic references for legal clerical work Ability to Perform difficult, complex legal clerical work with minimal supervision and instruction Independently and efficiently maintain records and files Operate standard office machines and equipment, such as typewriters, word processors, computer terminals, printers, tape recorders, copiers, and multi-line telephones Understand and apply oral and written rules, directions and instructions Provide lead direction to clerical staff Compose complex correspondence and legal documents from brief instructions and by extracting information from a variety of sources Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other agency personnel and the public Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either: 1. One year of experience in Sacramento County service in the class of Legal Secretary I. Or: 2. Two years of clerical experience involving the preparation and processing of legal documents for court action such as those described in the Examples of Duties. Education or training from an accredited college, business school, or training school that is directly related to the Knowledge and Abilities specified for this class may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience (30 semester units or 45 quarter units equal one year of experience.) Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements 1. All positions in these classes require the ability to type from clear copy at the rate of 50 net words per minute. 2. Some positions in these classes may require taking oral dictation involving legal terminology. To be eligible for appointment to a “short-hand-required” position, the applicant must have the ability to take oral dictation, using any speedwriting method, at the rate of 100 words per minute and transcribe at the rate of 30 net words per minute. Where the oral dictation skill is required, it is used in performing the typical duties of the class as shown in the “Examples of Duties” above. The Civil Service Commission approved the use of selective certification for this special skill on March 7, 1985. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Applicants requesting reasonable accommodations during employment examinations: For more information, please review the Job Applicant Exam Reasonable Accommodation Information and submit an Employment Exam Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form . EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586. Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 7/24/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Mar 21, 2024
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 4/3/2024, 5/1/2024, 5/29/2024, 6/26/2024, 7/24/2024 (Final) Under general supervision, a Legal Secretary II performs a wide variety of complex legal clerical work requiring independent judgment and discretion, and is subject to minimal work direction and instruction. Positions allocated to this class frequently provide lead direction to other clerical staff. The range of duties typically involves performing work in multiple, unrelated areas of law and for several attorneys, and/or other staff. Incumbents may be required to use shorthand to perform some work assignments. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Purpose, format, and processing procedures of a wide variety of legal forms and documents Legal terminology, spelling and usage English grammar, punctuation, spelling and usage with emphasis on composition of both general business and legal correspondence Basic procedures of the court system regarding processing of legal documents and filing deadlines Basic structure of the civil and criminal court system General clerical office practices and procedures Basic organization of a law library Basic references for legal clerical work Ability to Perform difficult, complex legal clerical work with minimal supervision and instruction Independently and efficiently maintain records and files Operate standard office machines and equipment, such as typewriters, word processors, computer terminals, printers, tape recorders, copiers, and multi-line telephones Understand and apply oral and written rules, directions and instructions Provide lead direction to clerical staff Compose complex correspondence and legal documents from brief instructions and by extracting information from a variety of sources Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other agency personnel and the public Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either: 1. One year of experience in Sacramento County service in the class of Legal Secretary I. Or: 2. Two years of clerical experience involving the preparation and processing of legal documents for court action such as those described in the Examples of Duties. Education or training from an accredited college, business school, or training school that is directly related to the Knowledge and Abilities specified for this class may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience (30 semester units or 45 quarter units equal one year of experience.) Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements 1. All positions in these classes require the ability to type from clear copy at the rate of 50 net words per minute. 2. Some positions in these classes may require taking oral dictation involving legal terminology. To be eligible for appointment to a “short-hand-required” position, the applicant must have the ability to take oral dictation, using any speedwriting method, at the rate of 100 words per minute and transcribe at the rate of 30 net words per minute. Where the oral dictation skill is required, it is used in performing the typical duties of the class as shown in the “Examples of Duties” above. The Civil Service Commission approved the use of selective certification for this special skill on March 7, 1985. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Applicants requesting reasonable accommodations during employment examinations: For more information, please review the Job Applicant Exam Reasonable Accommodation Information and submit an Employment Exam Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form . EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586. Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 7/24/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
City of LIvermore
Livermore, California, United States
Description The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for a Legal Assistant in the City Attorney's Office. For complete job information, please refer to the job announcement. This position will remain open until filled. The first application review is March 8, 2024. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply now! DEFINITION Under general supervision, provides specialized paraprofessional and technical support to the legal and risk management divisions of the City Attorney's Office; and performs other duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This paraprofessional classification with specialized legal support responsibility in the City Attorney’s Office requires specialized knowledge of legal policies, procedures, and functions. All responsibilities and duties must be performed in a confidential and tactful manner.This job classification is designated “Confidential” and may have access to information related to the administration of employee-employer relations. SUPERVISION RECEIVED General supervision is provided by the Law Office Supervisor. Direction on projects/assignments may be provided by professional staff members in the City Attorney’s Office. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May provide assignments and direction to temporary employees, volunteers, and consultants. Examples of Important and Essential Functions Legal/Litigation Support Functions Performs a wide variety of complex and confidential legal support tasks and other duties for attorneys and the Risk Management division in the City Attorney’s Office, including drafting of general pleadings, discovery, memoranda, correspondence, reports, contracts, and other legal documents; prepares basic and complex court documents requiring knowledge of legal procedures, format, and terminology, in accordance with federal, state, and local rules; files legal papers with the proper court; performs legal research under the supervision of an attorney; identifies and verifies legal citations; organizes documents and files in preparation for hearings and trials; provides assistance with locating references in the law library; maintains law library; processes liability and workers compensation claims and litigation against the City; and provides information on claims and litigation to the Risk Manager, attorneys, department staff, third-party administrators, and outside attorneys. Administrative Functions Establishes and maintains accurate, up-to-date files; reviews and processes City contracts; responds to both internal and external inquiries; prepares and submits reports, such as required state and federal reports; provides information related to the work of the office to the public, law firms, courts, and various city, county, state, and other public and private agencies and entities; uses personal computer to perform word processing, spreadsheet and specialized functions with a high level of proficiency in computer software programs, including Microsoft Office; compiles statistical data and spreadsheet reports; builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the general public; monitors monthly expenditures and maintains specific financial records; assists in the development and monitoring of office budget; and may complete projects in support of employee relations activities; receives and processes mail; schedules meetings; and other duties as assigned. Job Related and Essential Qualifications Demonstrated Knowledge of : Basic legal concepts, principles, terminology and procedures, legal research capabilities, legal documents, court rules, forms and procedures required in a law office; processes, procedures, and the format for legal documents; pertinent local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations including the Ralph M. Brown Act; principles and practices of records management systems; basic accounting principles and practices; functions of notary public; modern office practices and procedures; personal computer operating systems and software applications; proper English usage; spelling, grammar and punctuation and demonstrated proficiency; operation and applications of modern office equipment; and alphabetical, numerical and chronological filing. Demonstrated Skill to : Work under the pressure of deadlines; maintain confidentiality; perform technical administrative support work involving independent judgment and interpretation of policies and procedures; use critical thinking skills to write logically and fluently; read, write, comprehend, and interpret complex business, medical, and legal documents; collect, compile, and present a variety of data; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; effectively prioritize work assignments and multi-task to ensure assignments are completed in a timely manner; transcribe from electronic dictating equipment; accurately proofread a variety of documents, including contracts and memoranda to identify and correct grammatical and contextual errors; follow and implement instruction; use critical thinking skills toward achieving a goal when step-by-step instructions are not provided; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;; understand and follow oral and written instructions; utilize personal computers and computer software to perform word processing, spreadsheet, and specialized functions; meet the City’s keyboarding standard (45 net wpm); respond to internal and external customers in a professional, creative, and cooperative manner; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and exemplify an enthusiastic, resourceful, and effective customer service attitude. Ability to : Effectively apply the required knowledge and skills in the daily performance of assigned duties; develop solutions, within established guidelines, using initiative, tact, and good judgment; remain flexible and adapt to changing conditions; and read, comprehend, and interpret City and departmental policies, procedures, laws, ordinances, and regulations. Experience, Education, and Training Guidelines: Any combination of experience, education and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Experience : One year of increasingly responsible legal support experience, involving preparing and filing documents with the court. Education : Equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by business or legal courses. License : May require the possession of a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City. Certification : Paralegal certificate from an American Bar Association approved program and California Notary Public certification are highly desirable. Other Requirements : Willingness and ability to work scheduled and emergency overtime; attend meetings, workshops and seminars during work and non-work hours as assigned. Special Requirements : Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to read fine print and computer monitors; converse over the telephone and in person; operate a computer keyboard, calculator, and other office equipment; bend, stoop, stretch and reach; strength to safely lift and maneuver up to 30 pounds. Retitled to Legal Assistant from Legal Secretary: 3/2004 Additional Information Non-Exempt. CITY OF LIVERMORE BENEFITS SUMMARY Confidential - Unrepresented The benefits listed are provided to employees of the Confidential group. For a more detailed summary of benefits for all employee groups, click here .Any errors or omissions do not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.Updated: 11/2023 MOU TERM N/A SCHEDULED INCREASES 7/5/2021 2.5% 7/4/2022 4% 7/3/2023 3.0% 7/1/2024 2.5% CAFETERIA PLAN (Medical/Dental/Vision) $1,950/month towards medical, dental, vision, additional & supplemental life insurance; unused balance paid in cash to employee BASIC LIFE INSURANCE& ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE (AD & D) $150,000EEcoverage, ER paid $1,000 dependent coverage, ER paid EE option to purchase $25,000 additional life insurance& supplemental life to $500,000 (not to exceed 5x annual earnings). LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD) ER paid 60% of base monthly earnings to $6,000/month max. (180 day waiting period) LONG TERM CARE INSURANCE Long Term Care Facility and 100% Home Care to $8,000/month with 90-day elimination period; 6 year duration (optional - EE paid) PERS New City of Livermore EEs are enrolled in the 2% at 60 formula or 2% at 62 formula, depending on eligibility, as per AB 340. Classic PERS Misc Member - 2% at 60 Member Rate = 7% EE paid Employer Rate = 34.43%ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24) 36 consecutive months Final Comp Sick Leave Credit 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben. Military Service Credit New PERS Misc Member - 2% at 62 Member Rate = 7.5%EE paid Employer Rate = 34.43%ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24) 36 consecutive months Final Comp Sick Leave Credit 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben Military Service Credit MEDICARE ( Hired after 3/31/1986) EE paid 1.45% ER paid 1.45% RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS) ER contribution of 4% of base pay into RHS account. VACATION ACCRUAL Years of ServiceTotal Accrual Per Year 180.6 hrs 2-5120.12 hrs 6-10135.98 hrs 11-15160.94 hrs 16-19180.18 hrs 20+192.4 hrs Pro-rated for part-time EE. Maximum accrual: 350 hours HOLIDAYS 12 observed holidays SICK LEAVE ACCRUAL 96.2 hrs/year for FT 72.02 hrs/year for ¾-time 48.1 hrs/year for ½-time Unlimited accrual SICK LEAVE USAGE FAMILY SICK LEAVE - Immediate Family Illness:½ Annual Sick Leave Accrual. PARENTAL LEAVE - 4 regularly scheduled workdays for non-birthing parent tobecome a parent byadoption, foster care placement, or birth of a child. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE (non-immediate family) - 3 regularly scheduled workdaysmax to be used for sister-in-law and brother-in-law. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE 3 regularly scheduled workdays max for immediate family. PERSONALLEAVE 16 hrs/yr Pro-rated for part-time EE. PREGNANCY LEAVE & FMLA/CFRA EE may use accrued leaves in compliance with City rules and regulations. Benefit provided as per regulations: Federal Family and Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, and California Pregnancy Disability Act DEFERRED COMPENSATION 457(b) ER contribution of $185 per pay period with minimum contribution of $75 per pay period by employee. 2024 Maximum Normal = $23,000 Age 50+ = $7,500 Catchup Limits = $46,000 Section 125 PLAN (No ER contribution) 2023 Maximums DependentCare*: Up to $5,000/year;*See IRS Pub #503 Unreimbursed Medical: Up to $3,200/year Pre-tax Health Care Premiums FSA's for Dependent Care Unreimbursed Medical Expenses Other options offered by plan administrator SUPERVISORY DIFFERENTIAL PAY Min of 10% above base salary of non-mgmt subordinate, 7.5% above mgmt subordinate ACTING PAY & SPECIAL PROJECTS PAY Acting Pay If work min of 5 consecutive calendar days, paid @ lowest step of higher class with at least a 5% differential. If assignment > 12 months, optional incr. of up to 7% or max of the range, whichever is less. Special Project Pay If work min of 30 calendar days, 5% - 7% differential. If full supervisory, additional % to reflect 2.5% over highest compensated subordinate.If assignment > 12 months, optional increase of up to 7%. BILINGUAL PAY $50/pay period.Must be certified by DH, approved by City Manager, and used on the job. CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE (If authorized) - See Administrative Regulation #36 for details Standard = $40/month Enhanced = $90/month for exempt only OT COMP & COMP TIME OFF OT for > 40 hrs/week @1 ½ x reg pay or Comp Time in lieu of OT for FLSA nonexempt. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT 75% reimbursement fortuition & books For undergraduate studies, $4,000 FY max; $16,000 lifetime maximum For graduate studies, $5,000 FY max; $10,000 lifetime maximum LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS 100% reimbursement for required licenses, certifications, and professional memberships HEALTH CLUB REIMBURSEMENT $100.00/month max for monthly dues EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Three (3) sessions per incident per family member.Unlimited telephonic consultations. FLSA WORK PERIOD 168 hour pay period beginning Monday at 12:01 a.m., ending 7 days later on Sunday at 12:00 midnight.If an EE is not on this work week schedule, something must be in writing documenting EE's work week. PAY PERIODS 26 pay periods per year Benefits listed are for regular full-time employees. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees. ER = Employer EE = Employee FT = Full-time PT = Part-time Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Description The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for a Legal Assistant in the City Attorney's Office. For complete job information, please refer to the job announcement. This position will remain open until filled. The first application review is March 8, 2024. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply now! DEFINITION Under general supervision, provides specialized paraprofessional and technical support to the legal and risk management divisions of the City Attorney's Office; and performs other duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This paraprofessional classification with specialized legal support responsibility in the City Attorney’s Office requires specialized knowledge of legal policies, procedures, and functions. All responsibilities and duties must be performed in a confidential and tactful manner.This job classification is designated “Confidential” and may have access to information related to the administration of employee-employer relations. SUPERVISION RECEIVED General supervision is provided by the Law Office Supervisor. Direction on projects/assignments may be provided by professional staff members in the City Attorney’s Office. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May provide assignments and direction to temporary employees, volunteers, and consultants. Examples of Important and Essential Functions Legal/Litigation Support Functions Performs a wide variety of complex and confidential legal support tasks and other duties for attorneys and the Risk Management division in the City Attorney’s Office, including drafting of general pleadings, discovery, memoranda, correspondence, reports, contracts, and other legal documents; prepares basic and complex court documents requiring knowledge of legal procedures, format, and terminology, in accordance with federal, state, and local rules; files legal papers with the proper court; performs legal research under the supervision of an attorney; identifies and verifies legal citations; organizes documents and files in preparation for hearings and trials; provides assistance with locating references in the law library; maintains law library; processes liability and workers compensation claims and litigation against the City; and provides information on claims and litigation to the Risk Manager, attorneys, department staff, third-party administrators, and outside attorneys. Administrative Functions Establishes and maintains accurate, up-to-date files; reviews and processes City contracts; responds to both internal and external inquiries; prepares and submits reports, such as required state and federal reports; provides information related to the work of the office to the public, law firms, courts, and various city, county, state, and other public and private agencies and entities; uses personal computer to perform word processing, spreadsheet and specialized functions with a high level of proficiency in computer software programs, including Microsoft Office; compiles statistical data and spreadsheet reports; builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the general public; monitors monthly expenditures and maintains specific financial records; assists in the development and monitoring of office budget; and may complete projects in support of employee relations activities; receives and processes mail; schedules meetings; and other duties as assigned. Job Related and Essential Qualifications Demonstrated Knowledge of : Basic legal concepts, principles, terminology and procedures, legal research capabilities, legal documents, court rules, forms and procedures required in a law office; processes, procedures, and the format for legal documents; pertinent local, state, and federal laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations including the Ralph M. Brown Act; principles and practices of records management systems; basic accounting principles and practices; functions of notary public; modern office practices and procedures; personal computer operating systems and software applications; proper English usage; spelling, grammar and punctuation and demonstrated proficiency; operation and applications of modern office equipment; and alphabetical, numerical and chronological filing. Demonstrated Skill to : Work under the pressure of deadlines; maintain confidentiality; perform technical administrative support work involving independent judgment and interpretation of policies and procedures; use critical thinking skills to write logically and fluently; read, write, comprehend, and interpret complex business, medical, and legal documents; collect, compile, and present a variety of data; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; effectively prioritize work assignments and multi-task to ensure assignments are completed in a timely manner; transcribe from electronic dictating equipment; accurately proofread a variety of documents, including contracts and memoranda to identify and correct grammatical and contextual errors; follow and implement instruction; use critical thinking skills toward achieving a goal when step-by-step instructions are not provided; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;; understand and follow oral and written instructions; utilize personal computers and computer software to perform word processing, spreadsheet, and specialized functions; meet the City’s keyboarding standard (45 net wpm); respond to internal and external customers in a professional, creative, and cooperative manner; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and exemplify an enthusiastic, resourceful, and effective customer service attitude. Ability to : Effectively apply the required knowledge and skills in the daily performance of assigned duties; develop solutions, within established guidelines, using initiative, tact, and good judgment; remain flexible and adapt to changing conditions; and read, comprehend, and interpret City and departmental policies, procedures, laws, ordinances, and regulations. Experience, Education, and Training Guidelines: Any combination of experience, education and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Experience : One year of increasingly responsible legal support experience, involving preparing and filing documents with the court. Education : Equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by business or legal courses. License : May require the possession of a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record as determined by the City. Certification : Paralegal certificate from an American Bar Association approved program and California Notary Public certification are highly desirable. Other Requirements : Willingness and ability to work scheduled and emergency overtime; attend meetings, workshops and seminars during work and non-work hours as assigned. Special Requirements : Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to read fine print and computer monitors; converse over the telephone and in person; operate a computer keyboard, calculator, and other office equipment; bend, stoop, stretch and reach; strength to safely lift and maneuver up to 30 pounds. Retitled to Legal Assistant from Legal Secretary: 3/2004 Additional Information Non-Exempt. CITY OF LIVERMORE BENEFITS SUMMARY Confidential - Unrepresented The benefits listed are provided to employees of the Confidential group. For a more detailed summary of benefits for all employee groups, click here .Any errors or omissions do not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.Updated: 11/2023 MOU TERM N/A SCHEDULED INCREASES 7/5/2021 2.5% 7/4/2022 4% 7/3/2023 3.0% 7/1/2024 2.5% CAFETERIA PLAN (Medical/Dental/Vision) $1,950/month towards medical, dental, vision, additional & supplemental life insurance; unused balance paid in cash to employee BASIC LIFE INSURANCE& ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE (AD & D) $150,000EEcoverage, ER paid $1,000 dependent coverage, ER paid EE option to purchase $25,000 additional life insurance& supplemental life to $500,000 (not to exceed 5x annual earnings). LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD) ER paid 60% of base monthly earnings to $6,000/month max. (180 day waiting period) LONG TERM CARE INSURANCE Long Term Care Facility and 100% Home Care to $8,000/month with 90-day elimination period; 6 year duration (optional - EE paid) PERS New City of Livermore EEs are enrolled in the 2% at 60 formula or 2% at 62 formula, depending on eligibility, as per AB 340. Classic PERS Misc Member - 2% at 60 Member Rate = 7% EE paid Employer Rate = 34.43%ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24) 36 consecutive months Final Comp Sick Leave Credit 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben. Military Service Credit New PERS Misc Member - 2% at 62 Member Rate = 7.5%EE paid Employer Rate = 34.43%ER paid (includes unfunded liability; FY23/24) 36 consecutive months Final Comp Sick Leave Credit 4th Level 59 Survivor Ben Military Service Credit MEDICARE ( Hired after 3/31/1986) EE paid 1.45% ER paid 1.45% RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS) ER contribution of 4% of base pay into RHS account. VACATION ACCRUAL Years of ServiceTotal Accrual Per Year 180.6 hrs 2-5120.12 hrs 6-10135.98 hrs 11-15160.94 hrs 16-19180.18 hrs 20+192.4 hrs Pro-rated for part-time EE. Maximum accrual: 350 hours HOLIDAYS 12 observed holidays SICK LEAVE ACCRUAL 96.2 hrs/year for FT 72.02 hrs/year for ¾-time 48.1 hrs/year for ½-time Unlimited accrual SICK LEAVE USAGE FAMILY SICK LEAVE - Immediate Family Illness:½ Annual Sick Leave Accrual. PARENTAL LEAVE - 4 regularly scheduled workdays for non-birthing parent tobecome a parent byadoption, foster care placement, or birth of a child. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE (non-immediate family) - 3 regularly scheduled workdaysmax to be used for sister-in-law and brother-in-law. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE 3 regularly scheduled workdays max for immediate family. PERSONALLEAVE 16 hrs/yr Pro-rated for part-time EE. PREGNANCY LEAVE & FMLA/CFRA EE may use accrued leaves in compliance with City rules and regulations. Benefit provided as per regulations: Federal Family and Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, and California Pregnancy Disability Act DEFERRED COMPENSATION 457(b) ER contribution of $185 per pay period with minimum contribution of $75 per pay period by employee. 2024 Maximum Normal = $23,000 Age 50+ = $7,500 Catchup Limits = $46,000 Section 125 PLAN (No ER contribution) 2023 Maximums DependentCare*: Up to $5,000/year;*See IRS Pub #503 Unreimbursed Medical: Up to $3,200/year Pre-tax Health Care Premiums FSA's for Dependent Care Unreimbursed Medical Expenses Other options offered by plan administrator SUPERVISORY DIFFERENTIAL PAY Min of 10% above base salary of non-mgmt subordinate, 7.5% above mgmt subordinate ACTING PAY & SPECIAL PROJECTS PAY Acting Pay If work min of 5 consecutive calendar days, paid @ lowest step of higher class with at least a 5% differential. If assignment > 12 months, optional incr. of up to 7% or max of the range, whichever is less. Special Project Pay If work min of 30 calendar days, 5% - 7% differential. If full supervisory, additional % to reflect 2.5% over highest compensated subordinate.If assignment > 12 months, optional increase of up to 7%. BILINGUAL PAY $50/pay period.Must be certified by DH, approved by City Manager, and used on the job. CELL PHONE ALLOWANCE (If authorized) - See Administrative Regulation #36 for details Standard = $40/month Enhanced = $90/month for exempt only OT COMP & COMP TIME OFF OT for > 40 hrs/week @1 ½ x reg pay or Comp Time in lieu of OT for FLSA nonexempt. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT 75% reimbursement fortuition & books For undergraduate studies, $4,000 FY max; $16,000 lifetime maximum For graduate studies, $5,000 FY max; $10,000 lifetime maximum LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS 100% reimbursement for required licenses, certifications, and professional memberships HEALTH CLUB REIMBURSEMENT $100.00/month max for monthly dues EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Three (3) sessions per incident per family member.Unlimited telephonic consultations. FLSA WORK PERIOD 168 hour pay period beginning Monday at 12:01 a.m., ending 7 days later on Sunday at 12:00 midnight.If an EE is not on this work week schedule, something must be in writing documenting EE's work week. PAY PERIODS 26 pay periods per year Benefits listed are for regular full-time employees. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees. ER = Employer EE = Employee FT = Full-time PT = Part-time Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Kitsap County, WA
Port Orchard, Washington, United States
OVERVIEW The Kitsap County Prosecutor's Office has a duty to protect the safety of the people we serve by addressing criminal behavior through the criminal justice system. We have a duty to ensure the constitutional rights of defendants are not violated, as well as to ensure rights of victims are recognized. We also have statutory and constitutional duties to provide competent and timely legal services to our elected county officials as well as appointed county department heads. The Prosecutor's Office has an exciting opportunity for two Legal Assistants to join our team. Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the incumbent will perform highly responsible office support and advanced administrative support work in the provision of legal services. For more information about the Kitsap County Prosecutor's Office visit: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/pros/Pages/default.aspx Interested candidates must upload a resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position and qualifications. This position will be posted continuously until filled. A first review of applications will be done in the first week of January. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Three years of clerical experience to include two years experience working as a legal secretary/ assistant, paralegal or legal clerical support; AND Accurate and proficient data entry and typing skills, and word processing experience using Microsoft Office OR Any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the work (one year of college, business school or equivalent level course work from a college, university or school accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education in basic legal practices or closely related field may be a substituted for up to one year of experience). PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, OR QUALIFICATIONS: Previous work experience providing clerical support for either the prosecution or defense. Previous work experience working for a public (Government) entity. Completion of a legal assistant/secretary course. Criminal Conviction Standards: The successful incumbent will or may have access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which includes fingerprinting. Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ffa/disqualifying-list-crimes-and-negative-actions Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements Please note : The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements. Prior to employment, the successful candidate must : Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications. Pass a criminal history background check through law enforcement agencies. (This position requires a security clearance. A thorough background check through law enforcement agencies and previous employers will be conducted on all applicants based on information supplied on the application and supplemental questionnaire. Kitsap County reserves the right to independently determine the applicant's prior criminal conviction record within the last ten years.) Demonstrate ability to be bonded and ability to obtain notary license. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Requires exertion of force of 20 pounds occasionally and/or 10 pounds frequently to lift/carry/move objects, files, and other case material. Walking and short distances Reaching above and/or below shoulder Handling/grasping documents. Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time, Clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in-person and/or on the telephone; Vision sufficient to read source materials and computer screen data. Repetitive motions for computer use. Requires exertion of force of 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, lift/carry/move objects, files/documents and other case material. May be required to lift/transport file boxes weighing up to 50 pounds, in which case assistance is available. Work is performed primarily in an office or courtroom environment. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Provide support and assistance to victims during the legal process to include: Notifying victims of hearings, court dates and resolutions; Providing information regarding the status of cases and explaining the criminal justice process; Attends court with victims; Assistance with completing their impact and restitution statements and contacting victims for their input regarding specialized court alternatives for defendants. Preparing, filing and issuing completed impact statements and restitution orders for pending court hearings. Tracking and obtaining certified copies of pre and post adjudication protective orders and providing to victims. Coordinating wraparound services for victims to include: information and assistance with applying for Crime Victim's Compensation; Assistance with registering for Vinelink and/or DOC victim services for defendant release notifications; Working with the community-based advocates to connect victims with appropriate services and coordinate victim support during their criminal justice participation. Provide post-adjudication victim support through appellate remands, Indeterminate Sentence Review Board (ISRB) hearings, Pardon and Clemency issues and Sexually Violent predatory hearings. Process post-adjudication property disposition notices. Grant related reporting activities to include: Running and analyzing reports from the case management system regarding grant-related positions activities and entering appropriate data into the InfoNet grant-reporting program for compliance with grant parameters. OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to employees of the Prosecutor's Office. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 1308. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position, and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months. Work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. County Paid Benefits Include: Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO) Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette Vision - VSP Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) MetLife Long Term Disability Voya Voluntary Insurance Transportation incentives Employee Assistance Program Travel Assistance Program Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide . *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense Retirement: Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security. Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program Holidays 11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year Vacation Leave New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows: Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month) Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month) Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month) Sick Leave All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated*** Additional compensation that you may be eligible for: Shift differential Overtime Stand by pay Call-back pay Current County Employees If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status. Union Membership This position is covered under AFSCME Local 1308 Courthouse Employees collective bargaining agreement. To view the bargaining agreement please visit our website: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Collective-Bargaining-Agreements.aspx NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
OVERVIEW The Kitsap County Prosecutor's Office has a duty to protect the safety of the people we serve by addressing criminal behavior through the criminal justice system. We have a duty to ensure the constitutional rights of defendants are not violated, as well as to ensure rights of victims are recognized. We also have statutory and constitutional duties to provide competent and timely legal services to our elected county officials as well as appointed county department heads. The Prosecutor's Office has an exciting opportunity for two Legal Assistants to join our team. Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the incumbent will perform highly responsible office support and advanced administrative support work in the provision of legal services. For more information about the Kitsap County Prosecutor's Office visit: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/pros/Pages/default.aspx Interested candidates must upload a resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position and qualifications. This position will be posted continuously until filled. A first review of applications will be done in the first week of January. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Three years of clerical experience to include two years experience working as a legal secretary/ assistant, paralegal or legal clerical support; AND Accurate and proficient data entry and typing skills, and word processing experience using Microsoft Office OR Any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the work (one year of college, business school or equivalent level course work from a college, university or school accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education in basic legal practices or closely related field may be a substituted for up to one year of experience). PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, OR QUALIFICATIONS: Previous work experience providing clerical support for either the prosecution or defense. Previous work experience working for a public (Government) entity. Completion of a legal assistant/secretary course. Criminal Conviction Standards: The successful incumbent will or may have access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which includes fingerprinting. Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ffa/disqualifying-list-crimes-and-negative-actions Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements Please note : The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements. Prior to employment, the successful candidate must : Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications. Pass a criminal history background check through law enforcement agencies. (This position requires a security clearance. A thorough background check through law enforcement agencies and previous employers will be conducted on all applicants based on information supplied on the application and supplemental questionnaire. Kitsap County reserves the right to independently determine the applicant's prior criminal conviction record within the last ten years.) Demonstrate ability to be bonded and ability to obtain notary license. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Requires exertion of force of 20 pounds occasionally and/or 10 pounds frequently to lift/carry/move objects, files, and other case material. Walking and short distances Reaching above and/or below shoulder Handling/grasping documents. Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time, Clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in-person and/or on the telephone; Vision sufficient to read source materials and computer screen data. Repetitive motions for computer use. Requires exertion of force of 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, lift/carry/move objects, files/documents and other case material. May be required to lift/transport file boxes weighing up to 50 pounds, in which case assistance is available. Work is performed primarily in an office or courtroom environment. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Provide support and assistance to victims during the legal process to include: Notifying victims of hearings, court dates and resolutions; Providing information regarding the status of cases and explaining the criminal justice process; Attends court with victims; Assistance with completing their impact and restitution statements and contacting victims for their input regarding specialized court alternatives for defendants. Preparing, filing and issuing completed impact statements and restitution orders for pending court hearings. Tracking and obtaining certified copies of pre and post adjudication protective orders and providing to victims. Coordinating wraparound services for victims to include: information and assistance with applying for Crime Victim's Compensation; Assistance with registering for Vinelink and/or DOC victim services for defendant release notifications; Working with the community-based advocates to connect victims with appropriate services and coordinate victim support during their criminal justice participation. Provide post-adjudication victim support through appellate remands, Indeterminate Sentence Review Board (ISRB) hearings, Pardon and Clemency issues and Sexually Violent predatory hearings. Process post-adjudication property disposition notices. Grant related reporting activities to include: Running and analyzing reports from the case management system regarding grant-related positions activities and entering appropriate data into the InfoNet grant-reporting program for compliance with grant parameters. OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to employees of the Prosecutor's Office. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 1308. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position, and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months. Work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. County Paid Benefits Include: Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO) Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette Vision - VSP Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) MetLife Long Term Disability Voya Voluntary Insurance Transportation incentives Employee Assistance Program Travel Assistance Program Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide . *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense Retirement: Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security. Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program Holidays 11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year Vacation Leave New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows: Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month) Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month) Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month) Sick Leave All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated*** Additional compensation that you may be eligible for: Shift differential Overtime Stand by pay Call-back pay Current County Employees If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status. Union Membership This position is covered under AFSCME Local 1308 Courthouse Employees collective bargaining agreement. To view the bargaining agreement please visit our website: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Collective-Bargaining-Agreements.aspx NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx
Introduction READ THIS ENTIRE BULLETIN FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO REAPPLY FOR THIS RECRUITMENT. THIS IS A REOPENING OF A CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION. If you have previously applied or started an application for Secretary II, Examination #23-1220-01 , read this entire bulletin. There are specific instructions on how to reapply for this position. PLEASE CONTACT THE EXAMINATION ANALYST, TRACY GONZALEZ AT TRACY.GONZALEZ@ACGOV.ORG TO HAVE YOUR PREVIOUS APPLICATION RELEASED BACK TO YOU. The scores and dispositions of candidates for this examination will be merged with previous exam participants. If you have previously submitted an application and choose to reapply, your new score/disposition will replace your current disposition. Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the last day for filing. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE POSITION: Under general supervision, incumbents perform a wide variety of difficult to complex secretarial and clerical duties; relieve an administrator of administrative details; and perform other related duties as required. For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: Secretary II (#1220). THE VACANCIES: We are currently recruiting to establish a countywide eligible list that will be used by any County department or agency needing to fill a vacancy in this classification. There are immediate vacancies in the Alameda County Alameda County Health , General Services Agency , Probation Department , Sherriff's Office , and Social Services Agency . IDEAL CANDIDATE: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have demonstrated a successful track record of being able to: Plan and organize work activities; manage several tasks at once; establish a course of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently; Demonstrate a willingness to commit to one’s work and to invest one’s time, talent, and best efforts in accomplishing organizational goals; Assimilate and apply new job-related information in a timely manner; Ensure that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; Accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time; Effectively communicate and clearly convey information and ideas and interact well with others by relating to people from varied backgrounds and in different situations; and who exemplifies understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness; Build and maintain key partnerships with members of one's own Department/Agency, other Departments/Agencies, and vendors; Make a positive impact on others by exuding an air of confidence, creating good first impressions by professionally commanding attention, and earning the professional trust and respect of others; and Consistently maintain effectiveness when experiencing changes in work processes and procedures, work assignments, and personnel. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I The equivalent of one year of full-time experience in the class of Secretary I, or an equivalent or higher level clerical class in Alameda County classified service, that requires a typing proficiency level of not less than 40 wpm. (Non-classified includes District Attorney’s Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts.) Or II The equivalent of three years of increasingly responsible clerical experience comparable to the County's Secretary I classification, that requires a typing proficiency level of not less than 40 wpm. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: Modern office practices and procedures, including business correspondence, record keeping systems, and standard office equipment operations. Correct English usage, including spelling and grammar; business letter writing and proper format for typed materials. Word processing and/or spreadsheet applications. Principles of managing and coordinating secretarial aspects of a large or complex program. Organization and functions of County government. Ability to: Perform difficult clerical work involving independent judgment; type with speed and accuracy at not less than 40 words per minute. Prepare clear and comprehensive reports; draft, compose and edit correspondence from brief oral or written instructions, using word processing applications. Speak clearly and concisely to obtain and relay information. Maintain personnel and other record files. Identify and correct errors in English usage, grammar, and mathematical calculations in a variety of documents. Organize and prioritize work load; complete work under time deadlines. Learn to interpret and apply laws, rules, and written directions to specific situations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co workers and the general public. Assist in devising and keeping office records of a confidential nature; maintain confidentiality. Evaluate demands on an Administrator's time; arrange his/her schedule accordingly. Work with officials and the general public in routine, emergency, and emotional situations. Take responsibility and use good judgment in recognizing scope of authority. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION CRITERIA Some positions require the ability to take shorthand at a speed of not less than 80 words per minute and transcribe it accurately via shorthand or dictation recording equipment. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: 1) A review of applicants' applications to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A review of the supplemental questionnaire to determine best qualified. Those candidates considered the best qualified will move on to the next step in the examination process. 3) A computer skills assessment with the following components (pass/fail): A. Typing Test B. Microsoft Word C. Microsoft Excel Only candidates who pass the computer skills assessment will be invited to the oral interview process. 4) An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of the examination WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the “What You Need to Know” section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance.The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT PLAN: Deadline for Filing: 5:00:00 PM Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Review of Minimum Qualifications: Friday, April 26, 2024 Virtual Performance Examination: Week of May 27, 2024 Virtual Civil Service Pre-Recorded Oral Examination: Week of June 10, 2024 Notification of Results: Week of July 1, 2024 TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN: Departmental Hiring Interviews: TBD WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County’s Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes.To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date offiling. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website: www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Management Paid Leave** Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. ** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com , @acgov.org , Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box Noreply@jobaps.com and Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the bulletin for the recruitment for which you have applied. Tracy Gonzalez, Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda 510-272-5085; Email: Tracy.Gonzalez@acgov.org www.acgov.org/hrs Disaster Service Worker All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Equal Employment Opportunity Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: 4/24/2024 5:00:00 PM
Apr 11, 2024
Full Time
Introduction READ THIS ENTIRE BULLETIN FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO REAPPLY FOR THIS RECRUITMENT. THIS IS A REOPENING OF A CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION. If you have previously applied or started an application for Secretary II, Examination #23-1220-01 , read this entire bulletin. There are specific instructions on how to reapply for this position. PLEASE CONTACT THE EXAMINATION ANALYST, TRACY GONZALEZ AT TRACY.GONZALEZ@ACGOV.ORG TO HAVE YOUR PREVIOUS APPLICATION RELEASED BACK TO YOU. The scores and dispositions of candidates for this examination will be merged with previous exam participants. If you have previously submitted an application and choose to reapply, your new score/disposition will replace your current disposition. Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the last day for filing. Failure to submit the Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE POSITION: Under general supervision, incumbents perform a wide variety of difficult to complex secretarial and clerical duties; relieve an administrator of administrative details; and perform other related duties as required. For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: Secretary II (#1220). THE VACANCIES: We are currently recruiting to establish a countywide eligible list that will be used by any County department or agency needing to fill a vacancy in this classification. There are immediate vacancies in the Alameda County Alameda County Health , General Services Agency , Probation Department , Sherriff's Office , and Social Services Agency . IDEAL CANDIDATE: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have demonstrated a successful track record of being able to: Plan and organize work activities; manage several tasks at once; establish a course of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently; Demonstrate a willingness to commit to one’s work and to invest one’s time, talent, and best efforts in accomplishing organizational goals; Assimilate and apply new job-related information in a timely manner; Ensure that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; Accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time; Effectively communicate and clearly convey information and ideas and interact well with others by relating to people from varied backgrounds and in different situations; and who exemplifies understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness; Build and maintain key partnerships with members of one's own Department/Agency, other Departments/Agencies, and vendors; Make a positive impact on others by exuding an air of confidence, creating good first impressions by professionally commanding attention, and earning the professional trust and respect of others; and Consistently maintain effectiveness when experiencing changes in work processes and procedures, work assignments, and personnel. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I The equivalent of one year of full-time experience in the class of Secretary I, or an equivalent or higher level clerical class in Alameda County classified service, that requires a typing proficiency level of not less than 40 wpm. (Non-classified includes District Attorney’s Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts.) Or II The equivalent of three years of increasingly responsible clerical experience comparable to the County's Secretary I classification, that requires a typing proficiency level of not less than 40 wpm. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: Modern office practices and procedures, including business correspondence, record keeping systems, and standard office equipment operations. Correct English usage, including spelling and grammar; business letter writing and proper format for typed materials. Word processing and/or spreadsheet applications. Principles of managing and coordinating secretarial aspects of a large or complex program. Organization and functions of County government. Ability to: Perform difficult clerical work involving independent judgment; type with speed and accuracy at not less than 40 words per minute. Prepare clear and comprehensive reports; draft, compose and edit correspondence from brief oral or written instructions, using word processing applications. Speak clearly and concisely to obtain and relay information. Maintain personnel and other record files. Identify and correct errors in English usage, grammar, and mathematical calculations in a variety of documents. Organize and prioritize work load; complete work under time deadlines. Learn to interpret and apply laws, rules, and written directions to specific situations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co workers and the general public. Assist in devising and keeping office records of a confidential nature; maintain confidentiality. Evaluate demands on an Administrator's time; arrange his/her schedule accordingly. Work with officials and the general public in routine, emergency, and emotional situations. Take responsibility and use good judgment in recognizing scope of authority. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION CRITERIA Some positions require the ability to take shorthand at a speed of not less than 80 words per minute and transcribe it accurately via shorthand or dictation recording equipment. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: 1) A review of applicants' applications to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A review of the supplemental questionnaire to determine best qualified. Those candidates considered the best qualified will move on to the next step in the examination process. 3) A computer skills assessment with the following components (pass/fail): A. Typing Test B. Microsoft Word C. Microsoft Excel Only candidates who pass the computer skills assessment will be invited to the oral interview process. 4) An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of the examination WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the “What You Need to Know” section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance.The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT PLAN: Deadline for Filing: 5:00:00 PM Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Review of Minimum Qualifications: Friday, April 26, 2024 Virtual Performance Examination: Week of May 27, 2024 Virtual Civil Service Pre-Recorded Oral Examination: Week of June 10, 2024 Notification of Results: Week of July 1, 2024 TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN: Departmental Hiring Interviews: TBD WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County’s Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes.To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date offiling. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website: www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Management Paid Leave** Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. ** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com , @acgov.org , Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the 'My applications' button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box Noreply@jobaps.com and Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the bulletin for the recruitment for which you have applied. Tracy Gonzalez, Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda 510-272-5085; Email: Tracy.Gonzalez@acgov.org www.acgov.org/hrs Disaster Service Worker All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Equal Employment Opportunity Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: 4/24/2024 5:00:00 PM
Merced County, CA
Merced, California, United States
Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Assist in the examination of fields, roadways, and cultivated areas to determine location and extent of infestation of rodents, weeds, birds, insects or predators, and for presence or extent of plant disease infestation, and assists in their eradication or control. Prepare poison grains for rodent control and its application. Mix restricted and non-restricted pesticides. Enforce quarantine laws relating to the prevention of the introduction or spread of pests, and certifies acceptability or specifies treatment of shipments as a condition of movement. Educate growers/farmers and others involved in use of pesticides. Keep records of inspections and prepares reports. Examine fruits, nuts, vegetables, honey, eggs, and other agricultural commodities in markets, packing houses, and storage areas for compliance with regulations relating to standards, grades, and spray residue. Issue certificates of inspections. Examine plants and trees in nurseries and those arriving or shipped by private or common carrier for evidence of disease, pests of noxious weed seeds, cleanliness and proper labeling. Inspect agricultural commodities being shipped to see that they are free from injurious insects or plant diseases. Assure growers' compliance with laws and regulations concerning pesticides. Issue restricted materials permits to growers. Administer tests to growers for certified/restricted applicator certificates and explains county requirements. Conduct field review and inspection of pesticide use based on crops to be sprayed and drift possibilities to surrounding areas. Interview and conducts fact finding investigations of potential pesticide poisoning/chemical incidents and issues notice of violations if appropriate. Issue permits and supervises the application of toxic materials to crops. Supervise extra help staff and participates in the examination of fruits, nuts, vegetables, honey, eggs, and other agricultural commodities in markets, packing houses, and storage areas for compliance with regulations relating to standards, grades, as outlined in the California Agricultural Code, and spray residue. Enforce quarantine laws relating to the prevention of the introduction or spread of pests, and certifies acceptability and issues Photo-Sanitary Certification or specifies treatment of shipments as a condition of movement. Issue producers certificate and work with products retailers as to correct labeling as to variety, weight, and count. Complete reports of finding issues notice of violations if appropriate. Present various training sessions to growers, and operators. Minimum Qualifications AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGIST I Experience: None required. Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college with specialization in one or more appropriate disciplines in agricultural, biological, chemical, or physical sciences, or other appropriate disciplines as determined by the Secretary, California Department of Food and Agriculture. Individuals who apply during the last semester/quarter prior to graduation must satisfy the requirements for graduation within 180 days of appointment. Incumbents who do not complete graduation requirments prior to the end of their probationary period will be terminated. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Incumbent in this classification must within six (6) months of appointment obtain a State License of Eligibility in at least one of the following required fields of Agricultural Inspection: Pesticide Regulation, Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation, or Commodity Regulation. AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGIST II Experience: One (1) year of experience in Agricultural Inspection for law enforcement purposes comparable to an Agricultural Biologist I in Merced County. Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college with specialization in one or more appropriate disciplines in agricultural, biological, chemical, or physical sciences, or other appropriate disciplines as determined by the Secretary, California Department of Food and Agriculture. Licenses: Possession of at least three (3) valid licenses of Eligibility as a County Agricultural Inspector/Biologist, two (2) of which must be Pesticide Regulation and Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation and one (1) other of choice. Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Possession of a State of California Department of Pesticide Regulation Qualified Applicator Certificate in the Regulatory Pest Control category. AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGIST III Experience: One (1) year of experience in Agricultural Inspection for law enforcement purposes comparable to an Agricultural Biologist II in Merced County. Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college with specialization in one or more appropriate disciplines in agricultural, biological, chemical, or physical sciences, or other appropriate disciplines as determined by the Secretary, California Department of Food and Agriculture. Licenses: Possession of five (5) valid licenses of Eligibility as a County Agricultural Inspector/Biologist. Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Possession of a State of California Department of Pesticide Regulation Qualified Applicator Certificate in the Regulatory Pest Control and Right-of-Way Pest Control categories. Essential Functions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Communicate effectively with others in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Frequent operation of personal computer and other modern office equipment. Analyze data, interpret policies, procedures and regulations, develop appropriate conclusions, and prepare reports. Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints. Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations. Frequent sitting or standing for extended periods. Occasional walking for extended periods over uneven terrain. Occasional climbing stairs or ladders. Driving, pushing/pulling and bending/squatting. Frequent lifting and carrying of 5 to 50 pounds and occasional lifting and carrying of up to 75 pounds unassisted. Constant use of overall visual capabilities. Frequent use of color perception, hand/eye coordination, reading and/or close up work. 0ccasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision. Occasional use of optical devices such as refractometer, microscope, hand lens, or range finder. Normal dexterity with constant holding, frequent grasping, reaching, repetitive motion and writing. Constant hearing normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone and in person. Occasional public presentations. Constant concentration with frequent public contact, decision making and conflict resolution. Occasional exposure to emergency situations. Occasionally overtime, weekend, and holiday assignments. Some seasonal assignments require early morning or late evening work. Frequent exposure to outdoor conditions including heat/cold, dust, chemical residues, allergens, or odors. Occasional exposure to indoor industrial conditions including heat/cold, odors, or poor ventilation. Regular attendance is an essential function. Knowledge of: The Proper methods of control and eradication of noxious weeds and other pests. Various types of crops grown and farming methods in the County. Various types of pesticides and proper applications. Pesticide use and safety laws and regulations. Law enforcement powers and obligations of the Agricultural Commissioner. Plant biology, pests, and diseases. Statistical methods. Animal physiology. Pertinent laws and regulations applicable to inspection, standardization and quarantine of agricultural products. Plant botany and pathology. Horticulture. Entomology, Nematology. Investigation techniques. Ability to: Keep records and prepare reports on inspections on legal regulations and the violation. Work cooperatively with growers, packers, and shippers and to enforce the rules and regulations affecting standardization tactfully and effectively. Identify plant pests and diseases. Plan and oversee the work of unskilled workers. Make decisions regarding individual situations and appropriate enforcement actions based on technical knowledge. Mix and use various poisonous materials in the control and eradication of pest animals and noxious weeds. Conduct an investigation and complete a report of findings. Operate pest control equipment. HOLIDAYS & LEAVES VACATION 10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours). SICK LEAVE .0462 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 12 days (96 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria. HOLIDAYS Twelve paid holidays annually plus one optional holiday. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE Three (3) regularly scheduled work days or five (5) days if distance traveled over 500 miles one-way. INSURANCE HEALTH INSURANCE Medical Insurance - Merced County offers five Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units. Anthem 200 EPO Anthem 500 EPO Anthem 1500 EPO Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA) Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA) Dental Insurance -Delta Dental Calendar Year Maximums County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s) Vision Insurance - VSP County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s) DISABILITY INSURANCE State Disability Insurance - Benefit based on highest quarter during previous calendar year. Employee pays premium. LIFE INSURANCE $10,000 County-paid coverage (Accidental Death and Dismemberment included). Voluntary Term Life and Universal Life Insurance available - premium paid by employee. RETIREMENT DEFERRED COMPENSATION The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable. MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security.The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; yourpension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount. EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS. EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) Anthem EAP services provides up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services. EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more. THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY. For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 11, 2024
Full Time
Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Assist in the examination of fields, roadways, and cultivated areas to determine location and extent of infestation of rodents, weeds, birds, insects or predators, and for presence or extent of plant disease infestation, and assists in their eradication or control. Prepare poison grains for rodent control and its application. Mix restricted and non-restricted pesticides. Enforce quarantine laws relating to the prevention of the introduction or spread of pests, and certifies acceptability or specifies treatment of shipments as a condition of movement. Educate growers/farmers and others involved in use of pesticides. Keep records of inspections and prepares reports. Examine fruits, nuts, vegetables, honey, eggs, and other agricultural commodities in markets, packing houses, and storage areas for compliance with regulations relating to standards, grades, and spray residue. Issue certificates of inspections. Examine plants and trees in nurseries and those arriving or shipped by private or common carrier for evidence of disease, pests of noxious weed seeds, cleanliness and proper labeling. Inspect agricultural commodities being shipped to see that they are free from injurious insects or plant diseases. Assure growers' compliance with laws and regulations concerning pesticides. Issue restricted materials permits to growers. Administer tests to growers for certified/restricted applicator certificates and explains county requirements. Conduct field review and inspection of pesticide use based on crops to be sprayed and drift possibilities to surrounding areas. Interview and conducts fact finding investigations of potential pesticide poisoning/chemical incidents and issues notice of violations if appropriate. Issue permits and supervises the application of toxic materials to crops. Supervise extra help staff and participates in the examination of fruits, nuts, vegetables, honey, eggs, and other agricultural commodities in markets, packing houses, and storage areas for compliance with regulations relating to standards, grades, as outlined in the California Agricultural Code, and spray residue. Enforce quarantine laws relating to the prevention of the introduction or spread of pests, and certifies acceptability and issues Photo-Sanitary Certification or specifies treatment of shipments as a condition of movement. Issue producers certificate and work with products retailers as to correct labeling as to variety, weight, and count. Complete reports of finding issues notice of violations if appropriate. Present various training sessions to growers, and operators. Minimum Qualifications AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGIST I Experience: None required. Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college with specialization in one or more appropriate disciplines in agricultural, biological, chemical, or physical sciences, or other appropriate disciplines as determined by the Secretary, California Department of Food and Agriculture. Individuals who apply during the last semester/quarter prior to graduation must satisfy the requirements for graduation within 180 days of appointment. Incumbents who do not complete graduation requirments prior to the end of their probationary period will be terminated. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Incumbent in this classification must within six (6) months of appointment obtain a State License of Eligibility in at least one of the following required fields of Agricultural Inspection: Pesticide Regulation, Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation, or Commodity Regulation. AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGIST II Experience: One (1) year of experience in Agricultural Inspection for law enforcement purposes comparable to an Agricultural Biologist I in Merced County. Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college with specialization in one or more appropriate disciplines in agricultural, biological, chemical, or physical sciences, or other appropriate disciplines as determined by the Secretary, California Department of Food and Agriculture. Licenses: Possession of at least three (3) valid licenses of Eligibility as a County Agricultural Inspector/Biologist, two (2) of which must be Pesticide Regulation and Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation and one (1) other of choice. Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Possession of a State of California Department of Pesticide Regulation Qualified Applicator Certificate in the Regulatory Pest Control category. AGRICULTURAL BIOLOGIST III Experience: One (1) year of experience in Agricultural Inspection for law enforcement purposes comparable to an Agricultural Biologist II in Merced County. Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college with specialization in one or more appropriate disciplines in agricultural, biological, chemical, or physical sciences, or other appropriate disciplines as determined by the Secretary, California Department of Food and Agriculture. Licenses: Possession of five (5) valid licenses of Eligibility as a County Agricultural Inspector/Biologist. Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Possession of a State of California Department of Pesticide Regulation Qualified Applicator Certificate in the Regulatory Pest Control and Right-of-Way Pest Control categories. Essential Functions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Communicate effectively with others in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Frequent operation of personal computer and other modern office equipment. Analyze data, interpret policies, procedures and regulations, develop appropriate conclusions, and prepare reports. Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints. Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations. Frequent sitting or standing for extended periods. Occasional walking for extended periods over uneven terrain. Occasional climbing stairs or ladders. Driving, pushing/pulling and bending/squatting. Frequent lifting and carrying of 5 to 50 pounds and occasional lifting and carrying of up to 75 pounds unassisted. Constant use of overall visual capabilities. Frequent use of color perception, hand/eye coordination, reading and/or close up work. 0ccasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision. Occasional use of optical devices such as refractometer, microscope, hand lens, or range finder. Normal dexterity with constant holding, frequent grasping, reaching, repetitive motion and writing. Constant hearing normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone and in person. Occasional public presentations. Constant concentration with frequent public contact, decision making and conflict resolution. Occasional exposure to emergency situations. Occasionally overtime, weekend, and holiday assignments. Some seasonal assignments require early morning or late evening work. Frequent exposure to outdoor conditions including heat/cold, dust, chemical residues, allergens, or odors. Occasional exposure to indoor industrial conditions including heat/cold, odors, or poor ventilation. Regular attendance is an essential function. Knowledge of: The Proper methods of control and eradication of noxious weeds and other pests. Various types of crops grown and farming methods in the County. Various types of pesticides and proper applications. Pesticide use and safety laws and regulations. Law enforcement powers and obligations of the Agricultural Commissioner. Plant biology, pests, and diseases. Statistical methods. Animal physiology. Pertinent laws and regulations applicable to inspection, standardization and quarantine of agricultural products. Plant botany and pathology. Horticulture. Entomology, Nematology. Investigation techniques. Ability to: Keep records and prepare reports on inspections on legal regulations and the violation. Work cooperatively with growers, packers, and shippers and to enforce the rules and regulations affecting standardization tactfully and effectively. Identify plant pests and diseases. Plan and oversee the work of unskilled workers. Make decisions regarding individual situations and appropriate enforcement actions based on technical knowledge. Mix and use various poisonous materials in the control and eradication of pest animals and noxious weeds. Conduct an investigation and complete a report of findings. Operate pest control equipment. HOLIDAYS & LEAVES VACATION 10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours). SICK LEAVE .0462 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 12 days (96 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria. HOLIDAYS Twelve paid holidays annually plus one optional holiday. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE Three (3) regularly scheduled work days or five (5) days if distance traveled over 500 miles one-way. INSURANCE HEALTH INSURANCE Medical Insurance - Merced County offers five Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units. Anthem 200 EPO Anthem 500 EPO Anthem 1500 EPO Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA) Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA) Dental Insurance -Delta Dental Calendar Year Maximums County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s) Vision Insurance - VSP County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s) DISABILITY INSURANCE State Disability Insurance - Benefit based on highest quarter during previous calendar year. Employee pays premium. LIFE INSURANCE $10,000 County-paid coverage (Accidental Death and Dismemberment included). Voluntary Term Life and Universal Life Insurance available - premium paid by employee. RETIREMENT DEFERRED COMPENSATION The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable. MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security.The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; yourpension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount. EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS. EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) Anthem EAP services provides up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services. EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more. THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY. For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
STATE CENTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Fresno, California, United States
General Purpose Under general supervision, performs advanced administrative support to an instructional Dean; inputs, maintains, tracks and edits department class schedules and faculty loads; creates and maintains documents, reports, records and files required for work processes; performs research and complex scheduling and calendaring; facilitates course and faculty evaluation processes; staffs committees, takes and posts agendas and minutes; coordinates event logistics; and performs related duties as assigned. Essential Duties & Responsibilities The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class. Provides clerical and administrative support to an instructional Dean; using standard office software, composes and/or types memoranda, correspondence, reports, agreements, contracts, presentations, spreadsheets, forms and other documents, often of a highly technical and sensitive nature; proofreads and checks typed and other materials for accuracy, completeness and compliance with District standards, policies and procedures; ensures materials, contracts, reports and documents for signature are accurate and complete. Screens and responds independently to phone calls, correspondence and email inquiries regarding a variety of department matters; acts as liaison in coordinating calendars and matters between the Dean's office and other departments, divisions, educational and industry partners and vendors; represents the department in important interactions with department constituencies over the phone, in person and online; provides information and handles issues that may require sensitivity and use of tact and independent judgment; researches requests or complaints and refers matters to appropriate staff and/or takes or recommends action to resolve issues. Generates, aggregates and analyzes, for dean and department chair review, a variety of class schedule reports for the upcoming academic year and instructional periods using specialized class scheduling software; integrates multiple factors which may include expected enrollments, classroom times and space, availability of full- and part-time faculty within budgets, lecture/lab requirements, availability of prerequisites and other course configuration variables to draft schedules for Dean and department Chair review; receives and verifies scheduling information from the Dean and incorporates appropriate changes; ensures accuracy of schedules, adequate enrollments, instructor workload and payroll data. Calculates full and adjunct faculty load and office hours and obtains signatures for load contracts; prepares, reconciles and maintains the department faculty payroll, including auditing time logs, calculating sick leave and monitoring faculty and adjunct faculty hours for compliance with contracts and overload rules; computes and categorizes pay according to departmental/program billing accounts; ensures accurate usage of funding codes and calculates departmental/program billing. Coordinates administrative processes for staff and faculty hiring including submitting academic requisitions, assisting the selection committee with materials and scheduling and preparing hiring paperwork; prepares and maintains confidential personnel records and files; coordinates paperwork and tracking of sabbatical and other paid leaves. Coordinates the faculty evaluation process for tenured and adjunct faculty following established processes and procedures; creates and maintains sensitive tracking spreadsheets and personnel files; creates lists and notifies faculty to be evaluated; coordinates committee meetings, timelines, observations and documentation distribution and collection; coordinates the distribution and collection of student surveys; routes evaluations for signature. Organizes, maintains and updates confidential, specialized and technical files, documents and records including department personnel records; creates and maintains electronic and physical filing systems. Creates and maintains spreadsheets and databases; reviews, submits and tracks requests for payments and purchase orders in accordance with District policies and procedures; assists in ordering textbooks, equipment and materials; reviews travel and conference expense forms; calculates budget usage and fund percentages; prepares budget variance reports and spending forecasts for management review; tracks multiple funding sources; may participate in grant administration functions including basic grant writing, collecting program data and generating performance reports. Maintains and coordinates the Dean's and a variety of departmental calendars; makes meeting arrangements including preparation and posting of agendas and notices; prepares and distributes agendas and supporting documents to appropriate parties; takes and transcribes meeting minutes; may serve as recording secretary to a committee; prepares and distributes follow-up letters and documentation; assists with setup and cleanup for special events; contacts vendors for food orders, supplies and audio-visual equipment; handles other meeting logistics. Provides administrative, logistical and technical support to faculty; independently performs research for faculty on specific student/department issues and programs and resolves routine issues; assists with ordering textbooks, equipment and materials. May provide day-to-day lead work guidance and direction to other staff and student aides; assigns, schedules and monitors work for completeness, accuracy and conformance with District, department and legal/regulatory requirements and standards; provides information, instruction and training on work procedures and technical, legal and regulatory requirements. Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District. OTHER DUTIES May receive, issue receipts for and prepare deposits of payments associated with division programs and services such as auto shop repair payments. Provides backup for other departments or division office administrative support staff. Interacts with other Colleges, departments and with state and federal programs on behalf of the department/program or a student. May assist with priority registration of students such as cohorts of students from a variety of instructional modes. Orders and replenishes an inventory of office materials and supplies. Performs related duties as assigned. Employment Standards / Minimum Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Modern office practices, procedures and equipment including computers and applicable software programs. General principles, practices and techniques used in customer service, public relations and community outreach. Department services, program goals, objectives, policies, procedures and practices. Rules, policies, procedures and operating practices applicable to class scheduling, calculating faculty loads and contracts, facilities scheduling and related functions. District student recordkeeping practices and procedures for processing student information and interpreting input and output data. District payroll and general accounting system operations, practices and procedures. Practices and techniques of sound business communication; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. College and District organization, rules, policies and procedures applicable to departmental and division operations. District policies, procedures and rules regarding budgeting, purchasing and travel/training and expense reporting. Applicable sections of the California Education Code and other applicable laws. Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the assignment. Basic principles and practices of employee work guidance and direction. Personnel Commission Rules, Administrative Regulations, Human Resources procedures and collective bargaining agreements. Uses and operations of scanners, phone systems, computers, standard business software, and database and spreadsheet applications. When Assigned to Allied Health: HIPAA regulations as they pertain to client information and medical records. Skills and Abilities to: Assign and review the work of assigned staff. Communicate information accurately and effectively; comprehend requests for information or assistance; maintain a courteous and tactful manner when under pressure or in an antagonistic situation. Compile and maintain accurate class schedules and room charts for an academic department, utilizing and integrating information provided by deans, faculty and others. Compose clear, concise and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies, agreements, presentations and other written materials from brief instructions. Type accurately at a speed necessary to meet the requirements of the position. Track and report statistical information utilizing complex spreadsheets and databases. Perform mathematical, load and lecture hour equivalent calculations; assist in monitoring departmental budgets. Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and recommend or adopt effective courses of action in accordance with established policies and procedures. Set priorities and exercise sound judgment within areas of responsibility. Understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures. Maintain confidentiality of District and student files and records. Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive service-oriented practices. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Understand and follow written and oral instructions. Operate a computer and use standard business software. Represent the District effectively in dealing with students, college and elected officials and the public. Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential staff, faculty and/or student issues and situations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from high school or GED equivalent and at least four years of progressively responsible clerical support experience, at least one year of which was in an instructional support setting in a university or college; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. An associate's degree is preferred. LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's vehicle insurance program. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand; and lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Mental Demands While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work; work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with District managers, staff, the public and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom may be upset, angry and confrontational. WORKING ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet. The employee may be required to travel to locations other than assigned work site and to adjust to work schedule changes and requirements to work overtime. Assessment Process Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to interview for the assignment. Full-time permanent positions provide an attractive benefit package which includes health, dental and vision coverage for the employee and eligible dependents, as well as life insurance and disability coverage for employees.Part-time positions are paid hourly, with limited benefits. For a detailed list of benefits, visit our benefits page .
Apr 16, 2024
Temporary
General Purpose Under general supervision, performs advanced administrative support to an instructional Dean; inputs, maintains, tracks and edits department class schedules and faculty loads; creates and maintains documents, reports, records and files required for work processes; performs research and complex scheduling and calendaring; facilitates course and faculty evaluation processes; staffs committees, takes and posts agendas and minutes; coordinates event logistics; and performs related duties as assigned. Essential Duties & Responsibilities The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class. Provides clerical and administrative support to an instructional Dean; using standard office software, composes and/or types memoranda, correspondence, reports, agreements, contracts, presentations, spreadsheets, forms and other documents, often of a highly technical and sensitive nature; proofreads and checks typed and other materials for accuracy, completeness and compliance with District standards, policies and procedures; ensures materials, contracts, reports and documents for signature are accurate and complete. Screens and responds independently to phone calls, correspondence and email inquiries regarding a variety of department matters; acts as liaison in coordinating calendars and matters between the Dean's office and other departments, divisions, educational and industry partners and vendors; represents the department in important interactions with department constituencies over the phone, in person and online; provides information and handles issues that may require sensitivity and use of tact and independent judgment; researches requests or complaints and refers matters to appropriate staff and/or takes or recommends action to resolve issues. Generates, aggregates and analyzes, for dean and department chair review, a variety of class schedule reports for the upcoming academic year and instructional periods using specialized class scheduling software; integrates multiple factors which may include expected enrollments, classroom times and space, availability of full- and part-time faculty within budgets, lecture/lab requirements, availability of prerequisites and other course configuration variables to draft schedules for Dean and department Chair review; receives and verifies scheduling information from the Dean and incorporates appropriate changes; ensures accuracy of schedules, adequate enrollments, instructor workload and payroll data. Calculates full and adjunct faculty load and office hours and obtains signatures for load contracts; prepares, reconciles and maintains the department faculty payroll, including auditing time logs, calculating sick leave and monitoring faculty and adjunct faculty hours for compliance with contracts and overload rules; computes and categorizes pay according to departmental/program billing accounts; ensures accurate usage of funding codes and calculates departmental/program billing. Coordinates administrative processes for staff and faculty hiring including submitting academic requisitions, assisting the selection committee with materials and scheduling and preparing hiring paperwork; prepares and maintains confidential personnel records and files; coordinates paperwork and tracking of sabbatical and other paid leaves. Coordinates the faculty evaluation process for tenured and adjunct faculty following established processes and procedures; creates and maintains sensitive tracking spreadsheets and personnel files; creates lists and notifies faculty to be evaluated; coordinates committee meetings, timelines, observations and documentation distribution and collection; coordinates the distribution and collection of student surveys; routes evaluations for signature. Organizes, maintains and updates confidential, specialized and technical files, documents and records including department personnel records; creates and maintains electronic and physical filing systems. Creates and maintains spreadsheets and databases; reviews, submits and tracks requests for payments and purchase orders in accordance with District policies and procedures; assists in ordering textbooks, equipment and materials; reviews travel and conference expense forms; calculates budget usage and fund percentages; prepares budget variance reports and spending forecasts for management review; tracks multiple funding sources; may participate in grant administration functions including basic grant writing, collecting program data and generating performance reports. Maintains and coordinates the Dean's and a variety of departmental calendars; makes meeting arrangements including preparation and posting of agendas and notices; prepares and distributes agendas and supporting documents to appropriate parties; takes and transcribes meeting minutes; may serve as recording secretary to a committee; prepares and distributes follow-up letters and documentation; assists with setup and cleanup for special events; contacts vendors for food orders, supplies and audio-visual equipment; handles other meeting logistics. Provides administrative, logistical and technical support to faculty; independently performs research for faculty on specific student/department issues and programs and resolves routine issues; assists with ordering textbooks, equipment and materials. May provide day-to-day lead work guidance and direction to other staff and student aides; assigns, schedules and monitors work for completeness, accuracy and conformance with District, department and legal/regulatory requirements and standards; provides information, instruction and training on work procedures and technical, legal and regulatory requirements. Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District. OTHER DUTIES May receive, issue receipts for and prepare deposits of payments associated with division programs and services such as auto shop repair payments. Provides backup for other departments or division office administrative support staff. Interacts with other Colleges, departments and with state and federal programs on behalf of the department/program or a student. May assist with priority registration of students such as cohorts of students from a variety of instructional modes. Orders and replenishes an inventory of office materials and supplies. Performs related duties as assigned. Employment Standards / Minimum Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Modern office practices, procedures and equipment including computers and applicable software programs. General principles, practices and techniques used in customer service, public relations and community outreach. Department services, program goals, objectives, policies, procedures and practices. Rules, policies, procedures and operating practices applicable to class scheduling, calculating faculty loads and contracts, facilities scheduling and related functions. District student recordkeeping practices and procedures for processing student information and interpreting input and output data. District payroll and general accounting system operations, practices and procedures. Practices and techniques of sound business communication; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. College and District organization, rules, policies and procedures applicable to departmental and division operations. District policies, procedures and rules regarding budgeting, purchasing and travel/training and expense reporting. Applicable sections of the California Education Code and other applicable laws. Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the assignment. Basic principles and practices of employee work guidance and direction. Personnel Commission Rules, Administrative Regulations, Human Resources procedures and collective bargaining agreements. Uses and operations of scanners, phone systems, computers, standard business software, and database and spreadsheet applications. When Assigned to Allied Health: HIPAA regulations as they pertain to client information and medical records. Skills and Abilities to: Assign and review the work of assigned staff. Communicate information accurately and effectively; comprehend requests for information or assistance; maintain a courteous and tactful manner when under pressure or in an antagonistic situation. Compile and maintain accurate class schedules and room charts for an academic department, utilizing and integrating information provided by deans, faculty and others. Compose clear, concise and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies, agreements, presentations and other written materials from brief instructions. Type accurately at a speed necessary to meet the requirements of the position. Track and report statistical information utilizing complex spreadsheets and databases. Perform mathematical, load and lecture hour equivalent calculations; assist in monitoring departmental budgets. Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and recommend or adopt effective courses of action in accordance with established policies and procedures. Set priorities and exercise sound judgment within areas of responsibility. Understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures. Maintain confidentiality of District and student files and records. Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive service-oriented practices. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Understand and follow written and oral instructions. Operate a computer and use standard business software. Represent the District effectively in dealing with students, college and elected officials and the public. Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential staff, faculty and/or student issues and situations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Graduation from high school or GED equivalent and at least four years of progressively responsible clerical support experience, at least one year of which was in an instructional support setting in a university or college; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. An associate's degree is preferred. LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's vehicle insurance program. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand; and lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Mental Demands While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work; work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with District managers, staff, the public and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom may be upset, angry and confrontational. WORKING ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet. The employee may be required to travel to locations other than assigned work site and to adjust to work schedule changes and requirements to work overtime. Assessment Process Only the most qualified applicants will be invited to interview for the assignment. Full-time permanent positions provide an attractive benefit package which includes health, dental and vision coverage for the employee and eligible dependents, as well as life insurance and disability coverage for employees.Part-time positions are paid hourly, with limited benefits. For a detailed list of benefits, visit our benefits page .
Kitsap County, WA
Port Orchard, Washington, United States
OVERVIEW Kitsap Recovery Center (KRC) has an exciting career advancement opportunity for a Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) to join our team in a supervisory role. KRC, located in Port Orchard, provides both inpatient and outpatient substance abuse treatment services. KRC inpatient facility houses 16 inpatient and 16 sub-acute detoxification beds, and annually provides services to 2.000 adult men and women. KRC staff also participate in Drug Court outpatient treatment, assessments and referrals, programs for family members, and information and resources. Position Information The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for providing clinical supervision of clinicians, and collaborating on case conceptualization, treatment planning, discharge planning, and therapeutic interventions. Responsible for providing effective leadership to the clinical staff and licensed clinicians, has knowledge of the organization, provides supervision, reports to the Program Director. The Clinical Supervisor delivers all supervision in accordance with standards of State and Federal regulations. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Required Education and Experience Three years of professional level case management experience in Substance Use Disorder Treatment, mental or behavioral health treatment AND Six months of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity. Must be a Substance Use Disorder Professional, registered and in good standing with the Washington State Department of Health Preferred Education and Experience : Bachelor's degree in Social Services or a related field from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education. At least one year experience in a supervisory or lead capacity. Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements Please note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements . Prior to employment the successful candidate must : Submit documentation of current Washington State Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP). Submit official transcripts if using education to meet the preferred requirements. Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting. Declare understanding of and willingness to comply with the requirement that there be no misuse of alcohol or drugs while employed at Kitsap Recovery Center. Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration. At time of appointment the successful candidate must : ( Evidence of ability to obtain these by appointment may be required at any time in the selection process .) Possess current First Aid/CPR certification Possess a valid Washington State driver's license. Be able to fulfill all traveling requirements of this position and meet the qualifications and guidelines of the Fleet Risk Control Policies in the operation of a motor vehicle on County business. Within 90 days of appointment, the successful candidate must: Possess current First Aid/CPR certification Driving Requirements The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as: Category 2 : Driver may operate a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business. Any employee using a personal vehicle on official County business shall be required to maintain auto liability insurance, in addition to having a valid driver's license. If driving on county business the incumbent must meet and follow the Fleet Risk Control Policies to operate a motor vehicle on County Business. Criminal Conviction Standards: The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised access to a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which may include fingerprinting. Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/FSA/bccu/documents/Secretary%27sCrimesListforALLPrograms.pdf WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES : ( The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions ). Requires exertion of force of 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently to lift/carry/move objects, files, and other material. Work in performed primarily at the Kitsap County Courthouse and at the Kitsap Recovery Center in both office and clinical settings. Incumbents may be exposed to potentially hazardous conditions when exposed to clients with a potential for violence. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class .) In this role, you will have opportunity to: Ensures the smooth day to day operations of Kitsap Recovery Center inpatient and outpatient reporting to the Program Manager in a timely manner of any information affecting the department’s ability to perform its stated purpose. Working collaboratively with internal and external resources to cultivate and establish positive and effective working relationships. Responsible for identifying and addressing issues and seeking solutions that enhance the internal operations of the department, based upon established policies and procedures. Facilitates clinical meetings and attends regular supervision with the clinical manager. The Clinical Supervisor participates in the selection, hiring and termination of staff; identifies training needs and provides training, monitors performance, and provides regular performance feedback including annual written performance evaluations. Enhances counselor’s proficiencies using a competency-based model that provides a framework for understanding, learning, and implementing the Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes of Professional Practice in all practice areas. Directly supervises assigned staff including interns and provides regular, documented individual supervision in accordance with WAC (Washington Administrative Code) requirements. Including leading, training, and establishing programming. Provide support and crisis management services as needed while always maintaining strict confidentiality. Maintain open communication and effective working relationships with staff members (paid or volunteer) based on mutual respect with reasonable and timely expectations that promote a positive working environment. Screens treatment intakes/assessments for appropriateness for our level of care. Monitors the number of participants assigned to counselors. Supervises screening procedures to ensure all participants are appropriately placed within agency or referred to other treatment providers. Provides individual counseling to patients and facilitates or co-facilitates treatment groups as needed. Monitors documentation of clinical work to assure requirements for reporting to funding and referral sources are met. Assures the program meets contract requirements and is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Conducts file reviews and appropriate signoffs for designated staff and monitors WAC compliance at the micro (individual) level. Assures that all participant files are maintained in a professional and efficient manner consistent with applicable WAC (Washington Administrative Code), RCW’s (Revised Code of Washington). Participates in all facility audits and develops corrective action plans for deficiencies. Participates in the development of policy and procedures for KRC operations. Monitors staff work schedules and use of paid time off, signs-off on bi-monthly time sheets. Monitors counselor daily scheduling and productivity, conducts analysis and provides coaching to guide counselors to achieve a productive, well organized work experience. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. Work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Flexible hours are available, as approved by management. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection. At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. County Paid Benefits Include: Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO) Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette Vision - VSP Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability Voya Voluntary Insurance Transportation incentives Employee Assistance Program Travel Assistance Program Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide . *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense Retirement: Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security. Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program Holidays 11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year Vacation Leave New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows: Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month) Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month) Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month) Sick Leave All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated*** Current County Employees If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status. NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx Closing Date/Time: 4/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 11, 2024
Full Time
OVERVIEW Kitsap Recovery Center (KRC) has an exciting career advancement opportunity for a Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) to join our team in a supervisory role. KRC, located in Port Orchard, provides both inpatient and outpatient substance abuse treatment services. KRC inpatient facility houses 16 inpatient and 16 sub-acute detoxification beds, and annually provides services to 2.000 adult men and women. KRC staff also participate in Drug Court outpatient treatment, assessments and referrals, programs for family members, and information and resources. Position Information The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for providing clinical supervision of clinicians, and collaborating on case conceptualization, treatment planning, discharge planning, and therapeutic interventions. Responsible for providing effective leadership to the clinical staff and licensed clinicians, has knowledge of the organization, provides supervision, reports to the Program Director. The Clinical Supervisor delivers all supervision in accordance with standards of State and Federal regulations. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Required Education and Experience Three years of professional level case management experience in Substance Use Disorder Treatment, mental or behavioral health treatment AND Six months of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity. Must be a Substance Use Disorder Professional, registered and in good standing with the Washington State Department of Health Preferred Education and Experience : Bachelor's degree in Social Services or a related field from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education. At least one year experience in a supervisory or lead capacity. Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements Please note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements . Prior to employment the successful candidate must : Submit documentation of current Washington State Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP). Submit official transcripts if using education to meet the preferred requirements. Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting. Declare understanding of and willingness to comply with the requirement that there be no misuse of alcohol or drugs while employed at Kitsap Recovery Center. Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration. At time of appointment the successful candidate must : ( Evidence of ability to obtain these by appointment may be required at any time in the selection process .) Possess current First Aid/CPR certification Possess a valid Washington State driver's license. Be able to fulfill all traveling requirements of this position and meet the qualifications and guidelines of the Fleet Risk Control Policies in the operation of a motor vehicle on County business. Within 90 days of appointment, the successful candidate must: Possess current First Aid/CPR certification Driving Requirements The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as: Category 2 : Driver may operate a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business. Any employee using a personal vehicle on official County business shall be required to maintain auto liability insurance, in addition to having a valid driver's license. If driving on county business the incumbent must meet and follow the Fleet Risk Control Policies to operate a motor vehicle on County Business. Criminal Conviction Standards: The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised access to a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check by law enforcement agencies, which may include fingerprinting. Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/FSA/bccu/documents/Secretary%27sCrimesListforALLPrograms.pdf WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES : ( The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions ). Requires exertion of force of 20 pounds occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently to lift/carry/move objects, files, and other material. Work in performed primarily at the Kitsap County Courthouse and at the Kitsap Recovery Center in both office and clinical settings. Incumbents may be exposed to potentially hazardous conditions when exposed to clients with a potential for violence. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class .) In this role, you will have opportunity to: Ensures the smooth day to day operations of Kitsap Recovery Center inpatient and outpatient reporting to the Program Manager in a timely manner of any information affecting the department’s ability to perform its stated purpose. Working collaboratively with internal and external resources to cultivate and establish positive and effective working relationships. Responsible for identifying and addressing issues and seeking solutions that enhance the internal operations of the department, based upon established policies and procedures. Facilitates clinical meetings and attends regular supervision with the clinical manager. The Clinical Supervisor participates in the selection, hiring and termination of staff; identifies training needs and provides training, monitors performance, and provides regular performance feedback including annual written performance evaluations. Enhances counselor’s proficiencies using a competency-based model that provides a framework for understanding, learning, and implementing the Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes of Professional Practice in all practice areas. Directly supervises assigned staff including interns and provides regular, documented individual supervision in accordance with WAC (Washington Administrative Code) requirements. Including leading, training, and establishing programming. Provide support and crisis management services as needed while always maintaining strict confidentiality. Maintain open communication and effective working relationships with staff members (paid or volunteer) based on mutual respect with reasonable and timely expectations that promote a positive working environment. Screens treatment intakes/assessments for appropriateness for our level of care. Monitors the number of participants assigned to counselors. Supervises screening procedures to ensure all participants are appropriately placed within agency or referred to other treatment providers. Provides individual counseling to patients and facilitates or co-facilitates treatment groups as needed. Monitors documentation of clinical work to assure requirements for reporting to funding and referral sources are met. Assures the program meets contract requirements and is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Conducts file reviews and appropriate signoffs for designated staff and monitors WAC compliance at the micro (individual) level. Assures that all participant files are maintained in a professional and efficient manner consistent with applicable WAC (Washington Administrative Code), RCW’s (Revised Code of Washington). Participates in all facility audits and develops corrective action plans for deficiencies. Participates in the development of policy and procedures for KRC operations. Monitors staff work schedules and use of paid time off, signs-off on bi-monthly time sheets. Monitors counselor daily scheduling and productivity, conducts analysis and provides coaching to guide counselors to achieve a productive, well organized work experience. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. Work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Flexible hours are available, as approved by management. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection. At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. County Paid Benefits Include: Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO) Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette Vision - VSP Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability Voya Voluntary Insurance Transportation incentives Employee Assistance Program Travel Assistance Program Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide . *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense Retirement: Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security. Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program Holidays 11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year Vacation Leave New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows: Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month) Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month) Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month) Sick Leave All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated*** Current County Employees If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status. NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx Closing Date/Time: 4/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Kitsap County, WA
Port Orchard, Washington, United States
OVERVIEW Duties can include use of health assessment tools, conducting comprehensive screenings and assessments to determine program and service eligibility, developing care plans, referrals to relevant programs, authorizing and coordinating services, and adjusting authorized services as needed, discharge planning with clients, family members, and caregivers. Our new team member will have knowledge of the local aging, medical, and social services network services as well as issues related to aging, disability, and caregivers. You should share our philosophy of coordinating care in a client-centered manner, and have the ability to manage complex interventions across diverse professional disciplines and service systems. You must have professional case management ethics and the ability to establish and maintain a professional demeanor and effective working relationships. Apply to join us today! For more information on our program, visit us at: Aging and Long-Term Care (kitsapgov.com) QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in behavior or health sciences AND two years of paid, on-the-job social service experience OR A general Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent AND four years of paid, on-the-job social service experience. Preferred Education and Experience Master's degree in behavioral or health sciences with one year of social service experience is preferred. Driving Requirements The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and comply with the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy.The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle UsePolicy. This position is categorized as: Category 2 : Driver operates a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business. Any employee using a personal vehicle on official County business shall be required to maintain auto liability insurance, in addition to having a valid driver's license. Criminal Conviction Standards : The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised access to children under 18 years of age, a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check. Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/FSA/bccu/documents/Secretary%27sCrimesListforALLPrograms.pd f PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) The duties in this position are performed in an office setting, in community agencies, and in clients' homes. Incumbents may be exposed to unsanitary conditions in clients' homes. Incumbents may be exposed to animals in clients' homes (i.e. dogs or cats). ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Use state-based computerized assessment tools (CARE, TCARE, GetCare) to determine client's eligibility for programs. Conduct home visits and provide ongoing contact with clients and review of their needs to determine need for service plan revision. Monitor for return of signed documents and applications, within required timeline, for clients to continue receiving services under the program. Perform discharge/service termination planning when/if it is determined that client is no longer eligible for services. Maintain a professional level of knowledge regarding local, state, and federal regulations, laws, and ordinances pertaining to programs and services for functionally impaired adults and their caregivers. Provide information, community presentations and make referrals to professional inter-disciplinary teams to ensure that appropriate care is provided. Crisis Intervention - Provide supportive counseling to vulnerable adults and their caregivers Develop and maintain complete client files documenting all activities performed and services authorized in coordination with the client, family members/significant others, and other agencies. Conduct interviews and perform comprehensive assessments to determine appropriate support and care levels; determine what formal and informal support resources are available, as well as eligibility for other services. Represent the division in a professional manner, providing outreach and marketing services to the public as needed. Remain current on local service providers; conduct research regarding new resources and services. OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position and may be used to fill future openings across all Aging divisions for up to six (6) months. Work hours for this position are typically Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. County Paid Benefits Include: Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO) Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette Vision - VSP Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability Voya Voluntary Insurance Transportation incentives Employee Assistance Program Travel Assistance Program Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide . *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense Retirement: Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security. Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program Holidays 11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year Vacation Leave New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows: Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month) Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month) Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month) Sick Leave All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated*** Current County Employees If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status. NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 28, 2024
Full Time
OVERVIEW Duties can include use of health assessment tools, conducting comprehensive screenings and assessments to determine program and service eligibility, developing care plans, referrals to relevant programs, authorizing and coordinating services, and adjusting authorized services as needed, discharge planning with clients, family members, and caregivers. Our new team member will have knowledge of the local aging, medical, and social services network services as well as issues related to aging, disability, and caregivers. You should share our philosophy of coordinating care in a client-centered manner, and have the ability to manage complex interventions across diverse professional disciplines and service systems. You must have professional case management ethics and the ability to establish and maintain a professional demeanor and effective working relationships. Apply to join us today! For more information on our program, visit us at: Aging and Long-Term Care (kitsapgov.com) QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in behavior or health sciences AND two years of paid, on-the-job social service experience OR A general Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent AND four years of paid, on-the-job social service experience. Preferred Education and Experience Master's degree in behavioral or health sciences with one year of social service experience is preferred. Driving Requirements The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and comply with the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy.The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle UsePolicy. This position is categorized as: Category 2 : Driver operates a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business. Any employee using a personal vehicle on official County business shall be required to maintain auto liability insurance, in addition to having a valid driver's license. Criminal Conviction Standards : The successful incumbent will or may have unsupervised access to children under 18 years of age, a vulnerable adult, or a vulnerable person, or access to a secured/confidential facility or computer system(s). As a result, Kitsap County will be conducting an extensive criminal background check. Please review the following list of disqualifying crimes and negative actions to determine if you meet our standard for this position: https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/FSA/bccu/documents/Secretary%27sCrimesListforALLPrograms.pd f PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT (The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) The duties in this position are performed in an office setting, in community agencies, and in clients' homes. Incumbents may be exposed to unsanitary conditions in clients' homes. Incumbents may be exposed to animals in clients' homes (i.e. dogs or cats). ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Use state-based computerized assessment tools (CARE, TCARE, GetCare) to determine client's eligibility for programs. Conduct home visits and provide ongoing contact with clients and review of their needs to determine need for service plan revision. Monitor for return of signed documents and applications, within required timeline, for clients to continue receiving services under the program. Perform discharge/service termination planning when/if it is determined that client is no longer eligible for services. Maintain a professional level of knowledge regarding local, state, and federal regulations, laws, and ordinances pertaining to programs and services for functionally impaired adults and their caregivers. Provide information, community presentations and make referrals to professional inter-disciplinary teams to ensure that appropriate care is provided. Crisis Intervention - Provide supportive counseling to vulnerable adults and their caregivers Develop and maintain complete client files documenting all activities performed and services authorized in coordination with the client, family members/significant others, and other agencies. Conduct interviews and perform comprehensive assessments to determine appropriate support and care levels; determine what formal and informal support resources are available, as well as eligibility for other services. Represent the division in a professional manner, providing outreach and marketing services to the public as needed. Remain current on local service providers; conduct research regarding new resources and services. OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION Who May Apply : This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills. This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions. Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office. This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position and may be used to fill future openings across all Aging divisions for up to six (6) months. Work hours for this position are typically Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees. County Paid Benefits Include: Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO) Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette Vision - VSP Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability Voya Voluntary Insurance Transportation incentives Employee Assistance Program Travel Assistance Program Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide . *Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense Retirement: Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security. Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program Holidays 11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year Vacation Leave New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows: Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month) Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month) Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month) Sick Leave All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next. ***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated*** Current County Employees If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status. NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx Closing Date/Time: Continuous