CITY OF RIVERSIDE, CA
Riverside, CA, United States
The Position The City of Riverside Fire Department is accepting applications for the position of Emergency Medical Services Coordinator to fill one (1) current vacancy for this position . The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. Under general supervision of the EMS Captain, Emergency Medical Services Coordinators manage and oversee all aspects of the City's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program within the Fire Department; develop, recommend, implement and evaluate objectives, policies, procedures and operating standards; administer, coordinate, evaluate and participate in the technical and administrative operations of the Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) Program within the public safety dispatch center; and perform related work as required. Work Performed Duties include but are not limited to the following: Oversee and monitor EMS program operation and personnel for compliance with state and local laws and regulations; evaluate legislation as it pertains the EMS program; perform contract compliance audits as necessary. Review, monitor and revise continuing education program course content to ensure employees meet state and national requirements; conduct and/or schedule and coordinate training. Develop, administer and monitor the EMS program budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for equipment, material and supplies; coordinate the maintenance and replacement of EMS equipment; purchase equipment, materials and supplies as necessary. Investigate complaints and inquiries related to EMS; oversee, recommend and coordinate corrective action. Develop and maintain positive communications and working relationships with other departments, divisions, and outside agencies and organizations; represent the Fire Department on all state and local EMS activities; research, prepare and present various reports and public presentations related to the City's EMS program. Assist in the testing, evaluation and selection of personnel; train all new paramedics and emergency medical technicians. Manage the City's Ambulance Franchise contract and monitor the performance of ambulance contractors operating within the City of Riverside. Participate in developing ongoing dispatcher training programs and curriculum for the Emergency Medical Dispatch program; facilitate Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training and other mandatory training as required for EMD dispatchers. Evaluate the knowledge and skills of Public Safety Dispatchers in the area of Emergency Medical Dispatch through observation, and by administering written and practical exams to ensure performance standards. Monitor Emergency Medical Dispatch Program operation and personnel for compliance with state and local laws and regulations; evaluate legislation which impacts the EMD programs. Review and evaluate emergency medical dispatch calls on a monthly basis for quality control purposes. Review, revise, recommend and implement new or existing policies, procedures and operating standards pertaining to dispatch center operations for the EMD program. Report non-compliant personnel to Public Safety Communications Manager and develop strategies to improve performance. Qualifications Recruitment Guidelines: OPTION I License: Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Experience: Two years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care hospital setting, one year of which must have been in an emergency department. OPTION II Certificate: Possession of a certificate as an Emergency Medical Technician (Paramedic), and possession of an Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate as defined by the American Heart Association. Experience: Four years of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician (Paramedic). Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of EMT Paramedic certification or California Registered Nurse Licensure. Attainment of an Advanced EMD Certification through the National Academies of Emergency Dispatch within the probationary period. Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to appointment, a valid appropriate Class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Highly Desired Qualifications: Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Instructor, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Instructor, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Instructor, Heart Saver Instructor, Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Instructor or the ability to obtain within 18 months of employment. Qualified as a Riverside County Emergency Medical Service Agency Continuing Education provider or ability to obtain status during probation. Possession of Designated Infectious Control Officer Certification or the ability to obtain during probation. Selection Process IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination. NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
Apr 26, 2024
Full Time
The Position The City of Riverside Fire Department is accepting applications for the position of Emergency Medical Services Coordinator to fill one (1) current vacancy for this position . The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. Under general supervision of the EMS Captain, Emergency Medical Services Coordinators manage and oversee all aspects of the City's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program within the Fire Department; develop, recommend, implement and evaluate objectives, policies, procedures and operating standards; administer, coordinate, evaluate and participate in the technical and administrative operations of the Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) Program within the public safety dispatch center; and perform related work as required. Work Performed Duties include but are not limited to the following: Oversee and monitor EMS program operation and personnel for compliance with state and local laws and regulations; evaluate legislation as it pertains the EMS program; perform contract compliance audits as necessary. Review, monitor and revise continuing education program course content to ensure employees meet state and national requirements; conduct and/or schedule and coordinate training. Develop, administer and monitor the EMS program budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for equipment, material and supplies; coordinate the maintenance and replacement of EMS equipment; purchase equipment, materials and supplies as necessary. Investigate complaints and inquiries related to EMS; oversee, recommend and coordinate corrective action. Develop and maintain positive communications and working relationships with other departments, divisions, and outside agencies and organizations; represent the Fire Department on all state and local EMS activities; research, prepare and present various reports and public presentations related to the City's EMS program. Assist in the testing, evaluation and selection of personnel; train all new paramedics and emergency medical technicians. Manage the City's Ambulance Franchise contract and monitor the performance of ambulance contractors operating within the City of Riverside. Participate in developing ongoing dispatcher training programs and curriculum for the Emergency Medical Dispatch program; facilitate Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training and other mandatory training as required for EMD dispatchers. Evaluate the knowledge and skills of Public Safety Dispatchers in the area of Emergency Medical Dispatch through observation, and by administering written and practical exams to ensure performance standards. Monitor Emergency Medical Dispatch Program operation and personnel for compliance with state and local laws and regulations; evaluate legislation which impacts the EMD programs. Review and evaluate emergency medical dispatch calls on a monthly basis for quality control purposes. Review, revise, recommend and implement new or existing policies, procedures and operating standards pertaining to dispatch center operations for the EMD program. Report non-compliant personnel to Public Safety Communications Manager and develop strategies to improve performance. Qualifications Recruitment Guidelines: OPTION I License: Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Experience: Two years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care hospital setting, one year of which must have been in an emergency department. OPTION II Certificate: Possession of a certificate as an Emergency Medical Technician (Paramedic), and possession of an Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate as defined by the American Heart Association. Experience: Four years of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician (Paramedic). Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of EMT Paramedic certification or California Registered Nurse Licensure. Attainment of an Advanced EMD Certification through the National Academies of Emergency Dispatch within the probationary period. Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to appointment, a valid appropriate Class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Highly Desired Qualifications: Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Instructor, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Instructor, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Instructor, Heart Saver Instructor, Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Instructor or the ability to obtain within 18 months of employment. Qualified as a Riverside County Emergency Medical Service Agency Continuing Education provider or ability to obtain status during probation. Possession of Designated Infectious Control Officer Certification or the ability to obtain during probation. Selection Process IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination. NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5216P APPLICATION FILING PERIOD BEGINS November 15, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four (4) acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. THE MISSION : To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care . DEFINITION Provides comprehensive in-service education services to a nursing organization. Essential Job Functions Manage and provide oversight to the following EMS Programs: 9-1-1 Receiving Hospital, Trauma Center, Paramedic Base Hospital and Approved Stroke Center. manage and provide oversight to the following EMS Programs: STEMI Receiving Center (SRC), Pediatric Medical Center (PMC), Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics (EDAP) and Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART). Administrative responsibility for planning, analyzing, developing and implementing the Quality Improvement program for these sections. Reviews audit and monitoring tools on an on-going basis to ensure applicability and revises these tools and/or develops new audit tools. Performs administrative work related to role as Emerging Infectious Disease and Healthcare Recovery and Business Continuity Program Manager. Participates in delivery of other EMS Agency classes including: Hospital Disaster Management Training (HDMT), The Medical Management of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive Incidents and Mass Decontamination for Hospital Personnel and assists Paramedic Training Institute in delivering didactic instruction and/or assisting with skills testing. Coordinates and manages the Ebola Preparedness and Response Activities grant program focusing on a broader approach to include all Emerging Infectious Diseases. Coordinates and manages Healthcare Continuity and Recovery Program. Participates and represents the EMS Agency and the HPP in other meetings and planning sessions, as needed, for disaster preparedness and grant funding. Approve and monitor performance of Paramedic Training Programs and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Programs in accordance with California State regulations and Los Angeles County policies. Approve and monitor the performance of Skills Verification Programs that have been authorized to conduct skills verification of EMTs. Provide oversight of the Continuing Education (CE) Program Paramedic Accreditation and MICN Certification Programs Represent the EMS Agency. Coordinates and manages preparedness program and activities that involve various healthcare sectors to include Ambulatory Surgery Centers, Home Health/Hospice and EMS Provider. Develops medical surge capabilities with the above healthcare sectors and their participating facilities for a coordinated response during incidents. Manages and maintains the Mass Medical Care Framework Manages and maintains the Mass Fatality programs under the HPP. Mentors ambulance services staff to promote quality care commensurate with the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) scope of practice, reinforcing safe transport practices aligned with the DHS mission. Evaluates ambulance staff clinical care provision through direct observation, patient care record review, and manager/supervisor/patient/other provider feedback. Ensures public safety by monitoring and evaluating EMS Provider Agencies who provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) and/or Critical Care Transport level of service. Develops/revises MAC, AS and CDO policies and procedures based on QI program findings and identified needs. Provides 48 hours of continuing education training every year for AS Ambulance Drivers and Ambulance Medical Technicians to meet their EMT recertification requirements, including clinical skills review and testing. Provides other training for AS staff based on identified needs such as restraint training, blood borne pathogens, patient care documentation. Responsible for lecture development/review/revision ensuring that teaching materials are current and consistent with medical care standards, state regulations and certification requirements. Maintain operations and surge to provide acute medical care during all-hazards emergencies and focuses on the Hospital Preparedness Program’s capabilities addressing Healthcare System Preparedness, Emergency Operations Coordination, Information Sharing, and Medical Surge. Responsible for managing the acute care sector that includes the Disaster Resource Center (DRC) and hospital surge (Trauma/Burn/Pediatric) programs under LA County’s Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) to ensure that emergency preparedness activities are coordinated and HPP grant deliverables are met. Provide leadership to the hospital workgroup in planning, implementing and evaluating disaster/emergency preparedness projects, including educational programs, training exercises and procurement of disaster equipment and supplies. Provide overall coordination of the prehospital data collection and management process which involves the processing an annual average of 800,000 EMS patient care records. Supports other EMS activities. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years of nursing education experience as a nursing instructor* or an equivalent . -AND- A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION INFORMATION : To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Applications submitted without the required evidence of licensure will be considered incomplete. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted . Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applications submitted without this information may be considered incomplete. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must attach a copy of their registered nurse license from that state to the application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to the appointment. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience as a nursing instructor* or its equivalent in excess of the Selection Requirements. A Bachelor’s degree or higher** in Nursing from an accredited nursing program. A Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) certification*** SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : * Experience as a n ursing instructor is defined as developing specialized training programs or educational course content for a group of employees and evaluates effectiveness of the training in achieving predetermined training objectives under technical supervision. **In order to receive credit for the desired college degree such as a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, you must include a legible copy of the "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from the accredited institution/program which shows the area of specialization with your application, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. ***In order to receive credit for the MICN certification, applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their certificate to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing their application. PHYSICAL CLASS : III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination consists of an evaluation of education training, and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. HARDCOPY/PAPER APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and supplemental questionnaire correctly to receive full credit for relevant education and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience . For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work performed. If your application and supplemental questionnaire are incomplete, including responses in the supplemental questionnaire, your application will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES : All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification . We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Classification Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . Please note that the Department requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed on the posted Requirements as their principal work activity. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to Germine Margosian at gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security number for record control purposes only. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed using computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR : (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Germine Margosian, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER Y5216P APPLICATION FILING PERIOD BEGINS November 15, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four (4) acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. THE MISSION : To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care . DEFINITION Provides comprehensive in-service education services to a nursing organization. Essential Job Functions Manage and provide oversight to the following EMS Programs: 9-1-1 Receiving Hospital, Trauma Center, Paramedic Base Hospital and Approved Stroke Center. manage and provide oversight to the following EMS Programs: STEMI Receiving Center (SRC), Pediatric Medical Center (PMC), Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics (EDAP) and Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART). Administrative responsibility for planning, analyzing, developing and implementing the Quality Improvement program for these sections. Reviews audit and monitoring tools on an on-going basis to ensure applicability and revises these tools and/or develops new audit tools. Performs administrative work related to role as Emerging Infectious Disease and Healthcare Recovery and Business Continuity Program Manager. Participates in delivery of other EMS Agency classes including: Hospital Disaster Management Training (HDMT), The Medical Management of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive Incidents and Mass Decontamination for Hospital Personnel and assists Paramedic Training Institute in delivering didactic instruction and/or assisting with skills testing. Coordinates and manages the Ebola Preparedness and Response Activities grant program focusing on a broader approach to include all Emerging Infectious Diseases. Coordinates and manages Healthcare Continuity and Recovery Program. Participates and represents the EMS Agency and the HPP in other meetings and planning sessions, as needed, for disaster preparedness and grant funding. Approve and monitor performance of Paramedic Training Programs and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Programs in accordance with California State regulations and Los Angeles County policies. Approve and monitor the performance of Skills Verification Programs that have been authorized to conduct skills verification of EMTs. Provide oversight of the Continuing Education (CE) Program Paramedic Accreditation and MICN Certification Programs Represent the EMS Agency. Coordinates and manages preparedness program and activities that involve various healthcare sectors to include Ambulatory Surgery Centers, Home Health/Hospice and EMS Provider. Develops medical surge capabilities with the above healthcare sectors and their participating facilities for a coordinated response during incidents. Manages and maintains the Mass Medical Care Framework Manages and maintains the Mass Fatality programs under the HPP. Mentors ambulance services staff to promote quality care commensurate with the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) scope of practice, reinforcing safe transport practices aligned with the DHS mission. Evaluates ambulance staff clinical care provision through direct observation, patient care record review, and manager/supervisor/patient/other provider feedback. Ensures public safety by monitoring and evaluating EMS Provider Agencies who provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) and/or Critical Care Transport level of service. Develops/revises MAC, AS and CDO policies and procedures based on QI program findings and identified needs. Provides 48 hours of continuing education training every year for AS Ambulance Drivers and Ambulance Medical Technicians to meet their EMT recertification requirements, including clinical skills review and testing. Provides other training for AS staff based on identified needs such as restraint training, blood borne pathogens, patient care documentation. Responsible for lecture development/review/revision ensuring that teaching materials are current and consistent with medical care standards, state regulations and certification requirements. Maintain operations and surge to provide acute medical care during all-hazards emergencies and focuses on the Hospital Preparedness Program’s capabilities addressing Healthcare System Preparedness, Emergency Operations Coordination, Information Sharing, and Medical Surge. Responsible for managing the acute care sector that includes the Disaster Resource Center (DRC) and hospital surge (Trauma/Burn/Pediatric) programs under LA County’s Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) to ensure that emergency preparedness activities are coordinated and HPP grant deliverables are met. Provide leadership to the hospital workgroup in planning, implementing and evaluating disaster/emergency preparedness projects, including educational programs, training exercises and procurement of disaster equipment and supplies. Provide overall coordination of the prehospital data collection and management process which involves the processing an annual average of 800,000 EMS patient care records. Supports other EMS activities. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years of nursing education experience as a nursing instructor* or an equivalent . -AND- A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION INFORMATION : To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Applications submitted without the required evidence of licensure will be considered incomplete. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted . Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applications submitted without this information may be considered incomplete. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must attach a copy of their registered nurse license from that state to the application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing must be presented during the selection process and/or prior to the appointment. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience as a nursing instructor* or its equivalent in excess of the Selection Requirements. A Bachelor’s degree or higher** in Nursing from an accredited nursing program. A Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) certification*** SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : * Experience as a n ursing instructor is defined as developing specialized training programs or educational course content for a group of employees and evaluates effectiveness of the training in achieving predetermined training objectives under technical supervision. **In order to receive credit for the desired college degree such as a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, you must include a legible copy of the "official" diploma, "official" transcripts, or "official" letter from the accredited institution/program which shows the area of specialization with your application, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. ***In order to receive credit for the MICN certification, applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their certificate to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing their application. PHYSICAL CLASS : III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination consists of an evaluation of education training, and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. HARDCOPY/PAPER APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and supplemental questionnaire correctly to receive full credit for relevant education and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience . For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work performed. If your application and supplemental questionnaire are incomplete, including responses in the supplemental questionnaire, your application will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES : All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification . We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Classification Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . Please note that the Department requires applicants to show that they perform the specified duties listed on the posted Requirements as their principal work activity. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three components: ACTION/S you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that/those action/s, and the BENEFIT that was realized from that/those actions. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to Germine Margosian at gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security number for record control purposes only. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a social security number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed using computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. L. A. County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout L. A. County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR : (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Germine Margosian, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
SAN RAMON VALLEY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
San Ramon, California, United States
ABOUT THE POSITION ***This is a continuous recruitment*** Recruitment can close at any time. DEFINITION Under the general direction of the Deputy Chief of EMS the direct supervision of the District’s Interim EMS Division Chief, the EMS Specialist is responsible for supporting and assisting the District’s maintenance of EMS service quality through; periodic review of EMS field operations; needs analysis planning and implementation; facilitating compliance with District, Local EMS Agency (LEMSA), State (EMSA) and Federal reporting and standards of care requirements; including but not limited to: capturing and documenting system performance metrics; attending regular meetings with other EMS Division personnel and District staff, CQI stakeholders, and the District’s EMS Committee; supporting the maintenance of Continued Education (CE) units and managing the documentation of required EMS licensing and certifications for all District personnel; in conjunction with Human Resources and other stakeholders, developing, monitoring and evaluating EMS related performance metrics; developing and delivering the District’s American Heart Association and NAEMT required training programs and activities; as appropriate, supporting Suppression Division operations during large scale incidents; oversees all aspects of the EMS Division’s new hire academy and orientation process for Firefighter/Paramedics and Single- Role Paramedics; and performing other duties as assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Deputy Chief of EMS and direct supervision of the Interim EMS Division Chief. There will be no direct reports assigned to the EMS Specialist. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS The EMS Specialist is a professional, non-safety position responsible for supporting and ensuring that the highest level of emergency care services are delivered by the District. The EMS Specialist will utilize a team/oriented approach to develop and maintain the skills, knowledge, and abilities of EMS personnel in a practical and appropriate manner. This person must also possess the ability to assist with EMS quality improvement, risk evaluation and overall EMS operational initiatives and duties. This is an exempt, non-represented and non-safety position. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below, to address District needs and changing business practices. Assesses EMS training needs and requirements for development, delivery, and/or coordination of delivery. This will be accomplished through standard instructional techniques. Instruct and/or coordinate EMS Continuing Education (CE) courses and facilitates compliance with State CE Provider requirements as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 22, Chapter 11, Article 6. Instruct, develop, and/or coordinate the development and delivery of the curriculum for the EMS Modules of the Recruit Firefighter Academy, Single-Role Paramedics, Reserve/Volunteer EMS training, and Contra Costa County EMS Training programs. Facilitate and provide administrative support to the District’s Paramedic Provisional Assignment Program, and assist with the development, training, and evaluation of Provisional Paramedic personnel. Instruct, develop, and/or coordinate required annual EMS training, such as Cal OSHA Blood- borne Pathogen and Infection control update training, and EMT-1 and Paramedic skills verification. In conjunction with the Deputy Chief of EMS, the Training Division Battalion Chief, and the EMS Coordinator, facilitate the placement of Paramedic Interns with Paramedic Preceptors, and act as a liaison between District Preceptors and the paramedic training institutions. Accompany Suppression crews to EMS incidents on a periodic basis to directly observe EMS field operations and to evaluate training, technique and equipment needs. Understand NEMSIS and CEMSIS centralized data in conjunction with Image Trend documentation and standards of care for continuous quality improvement and risk evaluation. Proficient in Target Solutions training management and CheckIT systems as a superuser. Facilitate the tracking and management of employees’ EMS certifications. Research and write reports, analyze data, and correspond with regulatory, governmental, and business entities as required. Assist in the development of EMS policies and procedures as required. Participate in establishing and updating standards of patient care, patient care documentation and District policies and procedures for the EMS Division. Perform other related EMS duties as directed. QUALIFICATIONS The EMS Specialist will need to possess the following skills, knowledge, and abilities: Knowledge and comprehension of: Various District and legally required accountability systems. Principles and practices in the development of EMS training processes. Principles and practices related to the instructional methods/delivery of effective employee education and training. Principles and practices of education and public speaking, including the planning, preparation, and evaluation of educational materials and outreach tools. Principles and practices of project management. Basic human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, techniques, and established analytical processes used in the description and assessment of patient status. Contra Costa County Pre-Hospital Care Policies, and Field Treatment Guidelines. Contra Costa County EMS Administrative Policies. Contra Costa County Licensing and Accreditation Processes. County, state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Appropriate District policies and procedures. Administrative methods and procedures including material and equipment procurement and acquisition. Ability to: Identify potential problems and/or issues and develop and recommend practical solutions for the Interim EMS Division Chief and EMS Coordinator. Facilitate compliance with District and legally required accountability systems to accommodate timely, consistent, complete, and effective documentation and reporting, as required. Evaluate EMS practices and conduct comparative analysis against industry standards and alternative and/or progressive practices. Observe EMS operations in a field setting, provide constructive verbal or written feedback in order to facilitate supportive employee development. Coordinate, deliver, and evaluate EMS education and training modules. Prepare clear, concise, and accurate written reports and curriculum plans. Represent the District in meetings with the public, and government bodies to promote the District’s EMS program goals. Proficient in data and information retrieval, analysis and planning, records management, status tracking, report and memo writing, time management, and the setting of priorities. Utilize well-developed communication skills, including presentation skills and ability to effectively facilitate training sessions, meetings, and projects. Utilize written skills, including exercising professional use of grammar. Utilize organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and to multi-task. Maintain strict confidentiality relating to compliance standards, patient medical records, employee performance documentation, and testing/evaluation processes. ABOUT THE DISTRICT The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District is an independent Special District in Contra Costa County responsible for providing a high level of emergency and non-emergency services to the communities it serves. The District's service area encompasses approximately 155 square miles, serving the communities of Alamo, Blackhawk, Danville, Diablo, San Ramon, the southern boundary of Morgan Territory, and the Tassajara Valley. The communities are primarily residential, commercial, office park, and controlled manufacturing, along with wildland areas, protected by nine stations and one volunteer staffed station with 185 employees, and 56 volunteers. Financial oversight and strategic policy direction are provided by an elected 5-member Board of Directors. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE Five (5) years of full-time employment as an EMT-P. Minimum three (3) years of uninterrupted service within the last five (5) years, working within an EMS delivery organization. EDUCATION Possession of an Associate of Arts/Science Degree from an accredited college or university required; a Bachelor of Arts/Science Degree from an accredited college or university is desirable. CERTIFICATIONS/ACCREDITATION The following certificates are required at the time of appointment: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation CPR AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS). Employees in this classification are required to keep these certifications current as a condition of employment and will remain compliant with all future requirements set forth by the District and/or county, state, and federal regulations. Within six (6) months of appointment, the incumbent will acquire AHA Instructor Certifications for Healthcare Provider Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), in addition to instructor certification for Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS). Within thirty (30) days of employment will attend the CCC EMS Orientation class and obtain accreditation status to function as an EMT-P in Contra Costa County. REQUIRED LICENSE Possession of a valid California State Paramedic license as an EMT-P with the State of California. Employees in this classification are required to maintain uninterrupted licensure as a condition of employment. Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver's License, including the medical clearance, is required as a condition of employment. HIGHLY DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Valid registered Nurse License Work Experience with EMS transport agency Work Experience with Fire Department or Fire District WORK SCHEDULE This position is an administrative assignment ,40-hour work week, Monday through Friday. Alternate schedules of either four (4) 10-hour days per week (4/10 schedule), or nine (9) 9-hour days over two (2) weeks (9/80 schedule) may be available and would require the approval of the Deputy Chief of EMS. Flexibility with schedule and occasional evening, weekend, and/or holiday work assignments may be necessary. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, or reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, jog or run. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must have the ability to: drive vehicles, operate a personal computer, read small print on documents and maps, detect subtle shades of color, hear, and speak well enough to communicate over the telephone, radio and in person. The employee must be physically fit enough to carry EMS equipment as needed, load and unload vehicles, and work outdoors in all types of weather conditions; and possess the stamina to perform administrative functions and meet physical and mental demands of the position. OTHER CHARACTERISTICS: Must be willing and have the ability to work such hours as are necessary to accomplish the job requirements. May be required to attend meetings, seminars, and conferences during or after scheduled work hours and regularly scheduled days off; travel out-of-town or out-of-state for several days at a time; consistently follow through with duties/assignments and work harmoniously with co-workers, the public, and superiors; wear approved uniform; wear appropriate personal protective clothing; report for work on a regular and consistent basis, and maintain an acceptable attendance record in accordance with District policies. APPLICATION PROCESS The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract or offer. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Candidates must apply online through Government Jobs at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/srvfire . The application and required certification documents must be completed and submitted together. Candidates considered for employment will be required to undergo an extensive background investigation, including polygraph, Team test, a psychological evaluation, a thorough medical examination and a pre-employment drug screening. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Division at (925) 838-5150. The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit, qualifications and competence. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles), sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy and breastfeeding), religious creed (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), age (40 and over), genetic characteristics and information, reproductive health decision-making, or any other basis prohibited by law. Paid compensation is supplemented with an excellent benefitspackage including: Hours: Flexible work schedule. Vacation : Accumulation rate increases with length of service. The initial rate is 10 hours per month. Sick Leave : Accumulated at the rate of 8 hours per month indefinitely during tenure of career. Pension benefits are provided by Contra Costa County Employees' Retirement Association (CCCERA).Eligibility and classificationinto the retirement system will be determined by CCCERA pursuant to the Public Employee's PensionReform Act (PEPRA) guidelines. Should reciprocity with CCCERA be established and entry classifiedas Classic, the retirement benefit will be 2% @ 55. Should entry into the retirement system beclassified as PEPRA, the retirement benefit will be 2.5% @ 67. Medical benefits are provided through CalPERS and include several PPO or HMO options. TheDistrict currently contributes 92% of monthly premiums for employee and dependent medical upto an established cap, and 100% for employee and dependent dental, vision, and EAP insurance, aswell as 100% for life insurance for the employee only. 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Mar 23, 2024
Full Time
ABOUT THE POSITION ***This is a continuous recruitment*** Recruitment can close at any time. DEFINITION Under the general direction of the Deputy Chief of EMS the direct supervision of the District’s Interim EMS Division Chief, the EMS Specialist is responsible for supporting and assisting the District’s maintenance of EMS service quality through; periodic review of EMS field operations; needs analysis planning and implementation; facilitating compliance with District, Local EMS Agency (LEMSA), State (EMSA) and Federal reporting and standards of care requirements; including but not limited to: capturing and documenting system performance metrics; attending regular meetings with other EMS Division personnel and District staff, CQI stakeholders, and the District’s EMS Committee; supporting the maintenance of Continued Education (CE) units and managing the documentation of required EMS licensing and certifications for all District personnel; in conjunction with Human Resources and other stakeholders, developing, monitoring and evaluating EMS related performance metrics; developing and delivering the District’s American Heart Association and NAEMT required training programs and activities; as appropriate, supporting Suppression Division operations during large scale incidents; oversees all aspects of the EMS Division’s new hire academy and orientation process for Firefighter/Paramedics and Single- Role Paramedics; and performing other duties as assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Deputy Chief of EMS and direct supervision of the Interim EMS Division Chief. There will be no direct reports assigned to the EMS Specialist. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS The EMS Specialist is a professional, non-safety position responsible for supporting and ensuring that the highest level of emergency care services are delivered by the District. The EMS Specialist will utilize a team/oriented approach to develop and maintain the skills, knowledge, and abilities of EMS personnel in a practical and appropriate manner. This person must also possess the ability to assist with EMS quality improvement, risk evaluation and overall EMS operational initiatives and duties. This is an exempt, non-represented and non-safety position. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below, to address District needs and changing business practices. Assesses EMS training needs and requirements for development, delivery, and/or coordination of delivery. This will be accomplished through standard instructional techniques. Instruct and/or coordinate EMS Continuing Education (CE) courses and facilitates compliance with State CE Provider requirements as defined in California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 22, Chapter 11, Article 6. Instruct, develop, and/or coordinate the development and delivery of the curriculum for the EMS Modules of the Recruit Firefighter Academy, Single-Role Paramedics, Reserve/Volunteer EMS training, and Contra Costa County EMS Training programs. Facilitate and provide administrative support to the District’s Paramedic Provisional Assignment Program, and assist with the development, training, and evaluation of Provisional Paramedic personnel. Instruct, develop, and/or coordinate required annual EMS training, such as Cal OSHA Blood- borne Pathogen and Infection control update training, and EMT-1 and Paramedic skills verification. In conjunction with the Deputy Chief of EMS, the Training Division Battalion Chief, and the EMS Coordinator, facilitate the placement of Paramedic Interns with Paramedic Preceptors, and act as a liaison between District Preceptors and the paramedic training institutions. Accompany Suppression crews to EMS incidents on a periodic basis to directly observe EMS field operations and to evaluate training, technique and equipment needs. Understand NEMSIS and CEMSIS centralized data in conjunction with Image Trend documentation and standards of care for continuous quality improvement and risk evaluation. Proficient in Target Solutions training management and CheckIT systems as a superuser. Facilitate the tracking and management of employees’ EMS certifications. Research and write reports, analyze data, and correspond with regulatory, governmental, and business entities as required. Assist in the development of EMS policies and procedures as required. Participate in establishing and updating standards of patient care, patient care documentation and District policies and procedures for the EMS Division. Perform other related EMS duties as directed. QUALIFICATIONS The EMS Specialist will need to possess the following skills, knowledge, and abilities: Knowledge and comprehension of: Various District and legally required accountability systems. Principles and practices in the development of EMS training processes. Principles and practices related to the instructional methods/delivery of effective employee education and training. Principles and practices of education and public speaking, including the planning, preparation, and evaluation of educational materials and outreach tools. Principles and practices of project management. Basic human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, techniques, and established analytical processes used in the description and assessment of patient status. Contra Costa County Pre-Hospital Care Policies, and Field Treatment Guidelines. Contra Costa County EMS Administrative Policies. Contra Costa County Licensing and Accreditation Processes. County, state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Appropriate District policies and procedures. Administrative methods and procedures including material and equipment procurement and acquisition. Ability to: Identify potential problems and/or issues and develop and recommend practical solutions for the Interim EMS Division Chief and EMS Coordinator. Facilitate compliance with District and legally required accountability systems to accommodate timely, consistent, complete, and effective documentation and reporting, as required. Evaluate EMS practices and conduct comparative analysis against industry standards and alternative and/or progressive practices. Observe EMS operations in a field setting, provide constructive verbal or written feedback in order to facilitate supportive employee development. Coordinate, deliver, and evaluate EMS education and training modules. Prepare clear, concise, and accurate written reports and curriculum plans. Represent the District in meetings with the public, and government bodies to promote the District’s EMS program goals. Proficient in data and information retrieval, analysis and planning, records management, status tracking, report and memo writing, time management, and the setting of priorities. Utilize well-developed communication skills, including presentation skills and ability to effectively facilitate training sessions, meetings, and projects. Utilize written skills, including exercising professional use of grammar. Utilize organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and to multi-task. Maintain strict confidentiality relating to compliance standards, patient medical records, employee performance documentation, and testing/evaluation processes. ABOUT THE DISTRICT The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District is an independent Special District in Contra Costa County responsible for providing a high level of emergency and non-emergency services to the communities it serves. The District's service area encompasses approximately 155 square miles, serving the communities of Alamo, Blackhawk, Danville, Diablo, San Ramon, the southern boundary of Morgan Territory, and the Tassajara Valley. The communities are primarily residential, commercial, office park, and controlled manufacturing, along with wildland areas, protected by nine stations and one volunteer staffed station with 185 employees, and 56 volunteers. Financial oversight and strategic policy direction are provided by an elected 5-member Board of Directors. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE Five (5) years of full-time employment as an EMT-P. Minimum three (3) years of uninterrupted service within the last five (5) years, working within an EMS delivery organization. EDUCATION Possession of an Associate of Arts/Science Degree from an accredited college or university required; a Bachelor of Arts/Science Degree from an accredited college or university is desirable. CERTIFICATIONS/ACCREDITATION The following certificates are required at the time of appointment: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation CPR AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS). Employees in this classification are required to keep these certifications current as a condition of employment and will remain compliant with all future requirements set forth by the District and/or county, state, and federal regulations. Within six (6) months of appointment, the incumbent will acquire AHA Instructor Certifications for Healthcare Provider Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), in addition to instructor certification for Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS). Within thirty (30) days of employment will attend the CCC EMS Orientation class and obtain accreditation status to function as an EMT-P in Contra Costa County. REQUIRED LICENSE Possession of a valid California State Paramedic license as an EMT-P with the State of California. Employees in this classification are required to maintain uninterrupted licensure as a condition of employment. Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Maintenance of a valid Class C California Driver's License, including the medical clearance, is required as a condition of employment. HIGHLY DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Valid registered Nurse License Work Experience with EMS transport agency Work Experience with Fire Department or Fire District WORK SCHEDULE This position is an administrative assignment ,40-hour work week, Monday through Friday. Alternate schedules of either four (4) 10-hour days per week (4/10 schedule), or nine (9) 9-hour days over two (2) weeks (9/80 schedule) may be available and would require the approval of the Deputy Chief of EMS. Flexibility with schedule and occasional evening, weekend, and/or holiday work assignments may be necessary. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, or reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, jog or run. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must have the ability to: drive vehicles, operate a personal computer, read small print on documents and maps, detect subtle shades of color, hear, and speak well enough to communicate over the telephone, radio and in person. The employee must be physically fit enough to carry EMS equipment as needed, load and unload vehicles, and work outdoors in all types of weather conditions; and possess the stamina to perform administrative functions and meet physical and mental demands of the position. OTHER CHARACTERISTICS: Must be willing and have the ability to work such hours as are necessary to accomplish the job requirements. May be required to attend meetings, seminars, and conferences during or after scheduled work hours and regularly scheduled days off; travel out-of-town or out-of-state for several days at a time; consistently follow through with duties/assignments and work harmoniously with co-workers, the public, and superiors; wear approved uniform; wear appropriate personal protective clothing; report for work on a regular and consistent basis, and maintain an acceptable attendance record in accordance with District policies. APPLICATION PROCESS The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract or offer. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Candidates must apply online through Government Jobs at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/srvfire . The application and required certification documents must be completed and submitted together. Candidates considered for employment will be required to undergo an extensive background investigation, including polygraph, Team test, a psychological evaluation, a thorough medical examination and a pre-employment drug screening. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Division at (925) 838-5150. The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit, qualifications and competence. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles), sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy and breastfeeding), religious creed (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), age (40 and over), genetic characteristics and information, reproductive health decision-making, or any other basis prohibited by law. Paid compensation is supplemented with an excellent benefitspackage including: Hours: Flexible work schedule. Vacation : Accumulation rate increases with length of service. The initial rate is 10 hours per month. Sick Leave : Accumulated at the rate of 8 hours per month indefinitely during tenure of career. Pension benefits are provided by Contra Costa County Employees' Retirement Association (CCCERA).Eligibility and classificationinto the retirement system will be determined by CCCERA pursuant to the Public Employee's PensionReform Act (PEPRA) guidelines. Should reciprocity with CCCERA be established and entry classifiedas Classic, the retirement benefit will be 2% @ 55. Should entry into the retirement system beclassified as PEPRA, the retirement benefit will be 2.5% @ 67. Medical benefits are provided through CalPERS and include several PPO or HMO options. TheDistrict currently contributes 92% of monthly premiums for employee and dependent medical upto an established cap, and 100% for employee and dependent dental, vision, and EAP insurance, aswell as 100% for life insurance for the employee only. 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Butte-Glenn Community College
Oroville, California, United States
Description Full-time, Tenure Track (177 Day 10 Month) $67,300.20 - $103,347.82 per year Probationary (Contract I) Member of Academic Faculty Tentative First Interview Dates: June 25-26, 2024 Tentative Second Interview: June 27, 2024 Tentative Start Date : August 1, 2024 Application Tips for Success Additional Resources : About Butte College Relocation Incentive Housing Resources Benefits Telecommute Work Travel Reimbursement for Interviews DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW: The Butte College Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Department seeks an enthusiastic team player dedicated to upholding the high standards of an EMS education. The candidate may be assigned 100% teaching load that will primarily be in EMT courses but may include any combination of courses offered in the EMS department. The candidate may be assigned 90% teaching load and 10% reassign time to serve as the EMT Program Director and/or Program Clinical Coordinator. The Butte College EMS Department offers EMT and Paramedic courses. Faculty work collaboratively to ensure that EMS course offerings are current and related to one another. Our state-of-the-art facility includes smart classrooms and a dedicated lab with modern equipment and simulators for EMS courses. Our clinical and field affiliates are local and very supportive of our programs. Butte College is committed to providing excellent EMS education and that is reflected in our National Registry pass rates, which are well above the national average. Our paramedic program has been continuously accredited by CoAEMSP, and all our programs are well supported and approved by our local EMS Agency, Sierra Sacramento Valley EMSA. POSITION DUTIES: In addition to the responsibilities of the classification description, the specific position is also responsible for: Primary Instructor in EMT courses to include lecture, lab and clinical instruction and oversight. Responsible for EMS program requirements including curriculum development, course coordination, and instruction. Knowledgeable of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Social Security Division 9 and ensures compliance with these regulations for the EMS Program. May serve as EMT Program Director and/or Program Clinical Coordinator and/or Primary Instructor for the EMT Program, as outlined by California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Section 100070 - Teaching Staff. Butte-Glenn Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Butte-Glenn Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Butte-Glenn Community College District encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Representative Duties The full-time college instructor is responsible for effective performance in the following areas: A. General Scope of Responsibilities Excellence in teaching and instruction. Maintenance of professional growth and academic currency. Carrying out of area, departmental and/or program responsibilities. Contribution to the College as a whole in the form of College-wide service. Development and assessment of student learning outcomes. B. Teaching and Instruction Instructor plans for and is continually well prepared to teach. Instructor provides organized delivery of instruction. Instructor communicates respectfully to students and encourages contact. Instruction is consistent with the stated and approved outcomes of the course. Instruction is relevant to the course. Instructor shows interest in the subject matter and student learning. Instructor uses strategies designed to foster student engagement with the content. Instructor uses standards of student evaluation that are clear, fair and followed consistently. Instructor requires and evaluates levels of student effort sufficient to develop mastery of the subject or skills in the course. Instructor grades and returns student work, assignments and tests in a reasonable period of time. Instructor makes effective use of teaching aids, instructional methods and materials required of students (e.g., texts, manuals, etc.). Instructor is an effective teacher. Instructor prepares complete and timely course syllabi. Instructor continually evaluates, updates and revises course content and instructional methods and materials. Instructor coordinates course contents and instructional methods with other teachers in the program/discipline. Instructor meets and assists students during office hours, by appointment or at other reasonable times. Instructor initiates and carries through with improvements to course contents and classroom teaching methods. C. Professional Growth and Currency Instructor demonstrates examples of activities which show a pattern of academic, professional, and/or technical updating or currency. D. Area or Departmental Responsibilities Instructor is knowledgeable about and abides by College, Area and Department policies and procedures. Instructor meets deadlines and time targets including deadlines for reports, grades and paperwork. Instructor orders instructional materials, equipment and textbooks with sufficient lead times. Instructor assists Chair in evaluating and revising course schedules. Instructor collaborates to determine equitable course assignments. Instructor provides assistance to other full-time, part-time and/or new instructors. Instructor participates in departmental plans and activities with others. Instructor helps develop departmental budgets. Instructor monitors expenditures to keep within authorized budget spending appropriations. Instructor exercises good judgment in the use of and/or management of facilities, equipment and supplies. Instructor regularly attends assigned meetings. Instructor is punctual to assigned meetings. Instructor works collegially with faculty peers, classified staff and administration. Instructor performs their fair share of outside-of-class departmental duties and responsibilities, including contributing to unit plan and program review processes. Instructor initiates and/or participates in overall department-wide program development and curriculum improvements, maintenance, evaluation, revision and/or expansion. E. College-wide Service-Instructor demonstrates a pattern of College-wide service, including one or more of the following: Serve on College committees. Serves on College committees and project teams. Serves as a sponsor to student clubs and organizations. Participates in faculty/college governance. Participates on special project teams or ad hoc committees. F. DEIA Self-Reflection Statement Each faculty member will prepare a Self-Reflection statement using the approved format as described in Appendix G2 V. This statement is intended to foster a conversation among colleagues that reflects on how faculty can individually and collectively work to improve student outcomes for historically under-represented and disproportionately impacted populations. The self-reflection statement should be used to help advance individual professional development and institutional dialogue on change. G. The education, experience, aptitudes, skills, etc., for instructional positions differ by type of academic or vocational program. Refer to job announcements for specific job specifications. Qualifications/Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any associate degree and six years of professional experience, OR Any bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience, OR Possession of a current California Community College Credential that permits full-time service as an instructor in the applicable discipline, OR The equivalent ( Applicants wishing to be considered for employment under District equivalency standards must submit a detailed statement explaining how you possess the equivalent to the minimum qualifications discussed above); AND Per Title 22: Be a Physician, Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant, or Paramedic who is currently licensed in California, OR Be an Advanced EMT or EMT who is currently certified in California; AND Have at least 2 years of academic or clinical experience in the practice of emergency medicine or prehospital care in the last 5 years. *Degree must have a general education component. Applicants without a degree or with a degree lacking the general education component may be considered if they possess other training and/or experience determined to be equivalent to the general education component. Applicants possessing such training and/or experience are encouraged to request equivalency. DIVERSITY and EQUITY QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated understanding of and responsiveness to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds that characterize community college students in a manner specific to the position. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Three or more years of field experience as a paramedic or mobile intensive care nurse Experience preparing and teaching courses at the college level, preferably advanced level EMS (EMT/Paramedic) courses Be knowledgeable about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Education Standards, and about evidenced-informed clinical practice Experience with curriculum development Experience supervising clinical and field internships Current certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and PreHospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Experience with accreditation process of EMS or similar program Experience with Advisory Committee of EMS or similar program Strong technology skills including Technology Mediated Instruction and commitment to advancing distance and collaborative education Master’s Degree in any field Evidence of leadership skills Excellent interpersonal communication skills Excellent problem-solving skills Organizational skills and strong attention to detail Supplemental Information PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Education Code § 87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he or she is free of active tuberculosis. As a condition of employment, the District requires that you provide fingerprints prior to beginning work. You may be fingerprinted at Butte College Human Resources by appointment, or you may be fingerprinted at another agency. Should you be fingerprinted at another agency, the rolling fee charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) for the fingerprint report is the employee's responsibility at the time of printing. The District reserves the right to modify, rescind or re-advertise this announcement without notification or to delay indefinitely the employment of a person for the position. The Butte-Glenn Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -------------------Application Instructions----------------------- ALL APPLICANTS, INCLUDING CURRENT BUTTE COLLEGE EMPLOYEES, MUST SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS. REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS: COVER LETTER: In addition to any information you included with your application materials, please provide an account of how you meet the desired qualifications. RESUME OR VITA DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT: In addition to any information you included with your application materials, please provide a detailed account of how your skills, life experiences, work experience, education, and/or training have prepared you to effectively meet the needs of students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds. Please include examples of: Teaching or training practices and/or life experiences that have enabled or would enable you to more effectively engage with and support success for diverse populations. How you have engaged in on-going self-reflection to ensure equity in the workplace and/or classroom. Please include examples of workshops, trainings, and/or life experiences. TRANSCRIPTS : You are required to provide transcripts for coursework and/or degrees listed on the application materials you have submitted. The transcripts must include the date the institution granted the degree. Legible unofficial copies of transcripts are acceptable at this point in the process. Degree in progress: In order to qualify under this process you must be currently working toward the degree requirement. In order to complete your application, you are required to submit (1) current transcripts and (2) a letter from your Advisor confirming your academic standing in the program and forecasted completion date. The completion date must be no later than July 2024. Foreign Transcripts: Foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for a list of agencies providing this service. Website linked here . All offers of employment are contingent upon the submission of official transcripts showing completion of the degree. The District offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees/family members: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Income Protection, contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) or State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), 403b and 457tax shelter retirement plan, accrued vacation days and sick days. For more information please click on the link below. Fringe Benefit Summary Closing Date/Time: 6/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
May 07, 2024
Full Time
Description Full-time, Tenure Track (177 Day 10 Month) $67,300.20 - $103,347.82 per year Probationary (Contract I) Member of Academic Faculty Tentative First Interview Dates: June 25-26, 2024 Tentative Second Interview: June 27, 2024 Tentative Start Date : August 1, 2024 Application Tips for Success Additional Resources : About Butte College Relocation Incentive Housing Resources Benefits Telecommute Work Travel Reimbursement for Interviews DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW: The Butte College Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Department seeks an enthusiastic team player dedicated to upholding the high standards of an EMS education. The candidate may be assigned 100% teaching load that will primarily be in EMT courses but may include any combination of courses offered in the EMS department. The candidate may be assigned 90% teaching load and 10% reassign time to serve as the EMT Program Director and/or Program Clinical Coordinator. The Butte College EMS Department offers EMT and Paramedic courses. Faculty work collaboratively to ensure that EMS course offerings are current and related to one another. Our state-of-the-art facility includes smart classrooms and a dedicated lab with modern equipment and simulators for EMS courses. Our clinical and field affiliates are local and very supportive of our programs. Butte College is committed to providing excellent EMS education and that is reflected in our National Registry pass rates, which are well above the national average. Our paramedic program has been continuously accredited by CoAEMSP, and all our programs are well supported and approved by our local EMS Agency, Sierra Sacramento Valley EMSA. POSITION DUTIES: In addition to the responsibilities of the classification description, the specific position is also responsible for: Primary Instructor in EMT courses to include lecture, lab and clinical instruction and oversight. Responsible for EMS program requirements including curriculum development, course coordination, and instruction. Knowledgeable of the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Social Security Division 9 and ensures compliance with these regulations for the EMS Program. May serve as EMT Program Director and/or Program Clinical Coordinator and/or Primary Instructor for the EMT Program, as outlined by California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Section 100070 - Teaching Staff. Butte-Glenn Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Butte-Glenn Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Butte-Glenn Community College District encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Representative Duties The full-time college instructor is responsible for effective performance in the following areas: A. General Scope of Responsibilities Excellence in teaching and instruction. Maintenance of professional growth and academic currency. Carrying out of area, departmental and/or program responsibilities. Contribution to the College as a whole in the form of College-wide service. Development and assessment of student learning outcomes. B. Teaching and Instruction Instructor plans for and is continually well prepared to teach. Instructor provides organized delivery of instruction. Instructor communicates respectfully to students and encourages contact. Instruction is consistent with the stated and approved outcomes of the course. Instruction is relevant to the course. Instructor shows interest in the subject matter and student learning. Instructor uses strategies designed to foster student engagement with the content. Instructor uses standards of student evaluation that are clear, fair and followed consistently. Instructor requires and evaluates levels of student effort sufficient to develop mastery of the subject or skills in the course. Instructor grades and returns student work, assignments and tests in a reasonable period of time. Instructor makes effective use of teaching aids, instructional methods and materials required of students (e.g., texts, manuals, etc.). Instructor is an effective teacher. Instructor prepares complete and timely course syllabi. Instructor continually evaluates, updates and revises course content and instructional methods and materials. Instructor coordinates course contents and instructional methods with other teachers in the program/discipline. Instructor meets and assists students during office hours, by appointment or at other reasonable times. Instructor initiates and carries through with improvements to course contents and classroom teaching methods. C. Professional Growth and Currency Instructor demonstrates examples of activities which show a pattern of academic, professional, and/or technical updating or currency. D. Area or Departmental Responsibilities Instructor is knowledgeable about and abides by College, Area and Department policies and procedures. Instructor meets deadlines and time targets including deadlines for reports, grades and paperwork. Instructor orders instructional materials, equipment and textbooks with sufficient lead times. Instructor assists Chair in evaluating and revising course schedules. Instructor collaborates to determine equitable course assignments. Instructor provides assistance to other full-time, part-time and/or new instructors. Instructor participates in departmental plans and activities with others. Instructor helps develop departmental budgets. Instructor monitors expenditures to keep within authorized budget spending appropriations. Instructor exercises good judgment in the use of and/or management of facilities, equipment and supplies. Instructor regularly attends assigned meetings. Instructor is punctual to assigned meetings. Instructor works collegially with faculty peers, classified staff and administration. Instructor performs their fair share of outside-of-class departmental duties and responsibilities, including contributing to unit plan and program review processes. Instructor initiates and/or participates in overall department-wide program development and curriculum improvements, maintenance, evaluation, revision and/or expansion. E. College-wide Service-Instructor demonstrates a pattern of College-wide service, including one or more of the following: Serve on College committees. Serves on College committees and project teams. Serves as a sponsor to student clubs and organizations. Participates in faculty/college governance. Participates on special project teams or ad hoc committees. F. DEIA Self-Reflection Statement Each faculty member will prepare a Self-Reflection statement using the approved format as described in Appendix G2 V. This statement is intended to foster a conversation among colleagues that reflects on how faculty can individually and collectively work to improve student outcomes for historically under-represented and disproportionately impacted populations. The self-reflection statement should be used to help advance individual professional development and institutional dialogue on change. G. The education, experience, aptitudes, skills, etc., for instructional positions differ by type of academic or vocational program. Refer to job announcements for specific job specifications. Qualifications/Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any associate degree and six years of professional experience, OR Any bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience, OR Possession of a current California Community College Credential that permits full-time service as an instructor in the applicable discipline, OR The equivalent ( Applicants wishing to be considered for employment under District equivalency standards must submit a detailed statement explaining how you possess the equivalent to the minimum qualifications discussed above); AND Per Title 22: Be a Physician, Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant, or Paramedic who is currently licensed in California, OR Be an Advanced EMT or EMT who is currently certified in California; AND Have at least 2 years of academic or clinical experience in the practice of emergency medicine or prehospital care in the last 5 years. *Degree must have a general education component. Applicants without a degree or with a degree lacking the general education component may be considered if they possess other training and/or experience determined to be equivalent to the general education component. Applicants possessing such training and/or experience are encouraged to request equivalency. DIVERSITY and EQUITY QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated understanding of and responsiveness to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds that characterize community college students in a manner specific to the position. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Three or more years of field experience as a paramedic or mobile intensive care nurse Experience preparing and teaching courses at the college level, preferably advanced level EMS (EMT/Paramedic) courses Be knowledgeable about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Education Standards, and about evidenced-informed clinical practice Experience with curriculum development Experience supervising clinical and field internships Current certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and PreHospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Experience with accreditation process of EMS or similar program Experience with Advisory Committee of EMS or similar program Strong technology skills including Technology Mediated Instruction and commitment to advancing distance and collaborative education Master’s Degree in any field Evidence of leadership skills Excellent interpersonal communication skills Excellent problem-solving skills Organizational skills and strong attention to detail Supplemental Information PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Education Code § 87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he or she is free of active tuberculosis. As a condition of employment, the District requires that you provide fingerprints prior to beginning work. You may be fingerprinted at Butte College Human Resources by appointment, or you may be fingerprinted at another agency. Should you be fingerprinted at another agency, the rolling fee charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) for the fingerprint report is the employee's responsibility at the time of printing. The District reserves the right to modify, rescind or re-advertise this announcement without notification or to delay indefinitely the employment of a person for the position. The Butte-Glenn Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -------------------Application Instructions----------------------- ALL APPLICANTS, INCLUDING CURRENT BUTTE COLLEGE EMPLOYEES, MUST SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS. REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS: COVER LETTER: In addition to any information you included with your application materials, please provide an account of how you meet the desired qualifications. RESUME OR VITA DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT: In addition to any information you included with your application materials, please provide a detailed account of how your skills, life experiences, work experience, education, and/or training have prepared you to effectively meet the needs of students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds. Please include examples of: Teaching or training practices and/or life experiences that have enabled or would enable you to more effectively engage with and support success for diverse populations. How you have engaged in on-going self-reflection to ensure equity in the workplace and/or classroom. Please include examples of workshops, trainings, and/or life experiences. TRANSCRIPTS : You are required to provide transcripts for coursework and/or degrees listed on the application materials you have submitted. The transcripts must include the date the institution granted the degree. Legible unofficial copies of transcripts are acceptable at this point in the process. Degree in progress: In order to qualify under this process you must be currently working toward the degree requirement. In order to complete your application, you are required to submit (1) current transcripts and (2) a letter from your Advisor confirming your academic standing in the program and forecasted completion date. The completion date must be no later than July 2024. Foreign Transcripts: Foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation. Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for a list of agencies providing this service. Website linked here . All offers of employment are contingent upon the submission of official transcripts showing completion of the degree. The District offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees/family members: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Income Protection, contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) or State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), 403b and 457tax shelter retirement plan, accrued vacation days and sick days. For more information please click on the link below. Fringe Benefit Summary Closing Date/Time: 6/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information FIRE DEPARTMENT APPLICATION FILING PERIOD: May 5, 2023, AT 5:00 P.M. (PT) - Continuous This exam will remain open until the needs of the Department are met and is subject to close without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: 34597G TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY THIS REPOSTING IS TO REMOVE THE COVID-19 LANGUAGE. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal and Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with the MAPP guidelines and regulations. DEFINITION: Has overall administrative responsibility for the supervision of employees engaged in planning, analyzing, coordinating, developing and implementing policies and procedures for County-wide emergency medical and disaster services program. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are distinguished by having responsibility for assisting the Emergency Medical Systems Manager or a Battalion Chief or other higher management position in the Fire Department in directing the development, coordination and evaluation of the County-wide emergency medical system. This system is a coordinated composite of the sub-elements of medical care, paramedic services and training, emergency medical training, communications, emergency medical transportation, public education and information, and disaster services. Essential Job Functions Oversees the coordination, development, and approval of emergency medical technician, paramedic and mobile intensive care nurse training, testing, and certifications. Develops prehospital care guidelines and standards according to the regulations of state and local EMS agencies and in conjunction with specialized medical associations such as American Heart Association. Oversees the medical monitoring of department-wide prehospital care system including policy development, training needs, quality improvement activities, equipment, and skills testing. Acts as a liaison with paramedic provider agencies, paramedic base hospitals, and other prehospital care professionals. Consults with departmental, federal, state, local governments, and provider agencies to ensure the delivery of quality prehospital care. Manages administrative functions such as internal audits of programs, budgetary preparation, and analysis of organizational structure for the EMS Program. Acts as a liaison relating to department participation in public education functions such as health fairs, community programs, and primary and secondary school programs; distributes EMS related audio-visual materials and bilingual educational materials to community groups and other public agencies. Leads a group of senior nurse instructors in the development of quality improvement indicators and educational modules designed to achieve predetermined objectives. Conducts formal classroom and clinical instruction in EMS policies and procedures. Serves as a member or a leader of internal and external committees related to EMS. Prepares compliance reports, annual summaries, trending and analysis reports, and memorandums; maintains and manages various internal databases. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: Four years of responsible administrative* or staff experience analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, programs, budget, or curriculum, one year of which must have been in an emergency medical services program specializing in education and/or quality management. *Administrative Experience is defined as experience at the level of independent responsibility for assignments of average difficulty analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, budget, personnel, information services, programs, facilities planning, materials management, and general management. Responsible Staff Experience is defined as experience at the journey-level requiring working knowledge of rules, regulations, and other guidelines to program area assigned. OPTION II: Two years of experience as a registered nurse responsible for planning and designing educational programs and quality improvement indicators and methods, designed to monitor and measure the implementation and maintenance of quality improvement standards -AND- a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.** License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS**: Bachelor’s degree or higher from an Accredited college*** in a specific field Verifiable experience as an instructor for at least two years in one of the following areas: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or American Red Cross Advanced Life Support (ALS) American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or American Red Cross Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Prehospital Care Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Upper division credit in educational materials and methods and curriculum development Adult teaching methodology certification Supervisory experience Pre-hospital care experience Emergency department setting experience SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: **In order to receive credit for any certificate(s), license(s), or college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's degree or higher, you must include a legible copy of the certificate(s), license(s), or either the Official Degree, Official Transcript(s)****, or Official Letter from the accredited institution (which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded) with the Registrar's signature and school seal at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of submitting an online application. If you are unable to attach your documents, you may e-mail them to Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov or fax them to (323) 264-7159. Failure to provide any required documentation will result in application rejection . Please include your Name, Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the submitted documents. **Note : Applicants for this position must provide this information at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing your application online. ***Accreditation: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluator s, Inc. (AICE ) . ****Note: "Official Transcript" is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and therefore, will not be accepted and will result in your application being incomplete and rejected. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light - Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Additional Information This exam will consist of TWO (2) parts: PART I: An evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted 30% , assessing education, certification(s), knowledge and understanding of emergency medical service principles, and experience in pre-hospital care, emergency settings, and staff development. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I in order to advance to Part II. PART II: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 70% , assessing: Deductive Reasoning Leading and Supervising Deciding and Initiating Action Adhering to Principles Delivering Results Relating and Networking Achieving Work Goals Entrepreneurial Thinking Persuading and Influencing Adapting and Responding to Change Coping with Pressure and Setbacks Formulating Strategies and Concepts Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part in order to be placed on the eligible register. MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19 . Note: Candidates are responsible for providing a valid e-mail address on their County of Los Angeles Department of Human Resources profile and application. This e-mail address must be able to receive e-mail notifications from fire.lacounty.gov. Candidates must review their inbox and junk/spam mail to verify if e-mail notification was received. All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Test scores cannot be given over the phone. Please add alexander.javaherdashti@fire.lacounty.gov , AOganesyan@hr.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , noreply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS : Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred. TEST PREPARATION : Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests / . ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation . Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The register list resulting from this examination will be used to fill Senior Emergency Medical Systems Program Head vacancies in the County of Los Angeles Fire Department as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any Shift- Appointees must be willing to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. HOW TO APPLY : Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application from 02/14/2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) and will remain open until the needs of the Department are met and is subject to close without prior notice. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applicants must submit all documents to be considered (official diplomas, official transcripts, certificates, etc.) during application submission. All documents must be clear and legible. Although resumes may be uploaded as attachments to the online application, resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of completing the online application. If you are unable to attach the required document(s), you may e-mail them to Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.go v or fax the documents to (213) 264-7159 , at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of submitting your online application. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection . Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the faxed documents. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements to Qualify as listed on this bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and minimum requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. TESTING ACCOMMODATION : If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING ONLINE FILING : SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : It is important that you provide your own Social Security Number (SSN) at the time of filing to ensure your application is processed accurately. Please include your SSN for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a SSN. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on a computers at public libraries throughout the County of Los Angeles. LA County Public Library has announced they have reopened some libraries with limited hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. Please visit the following link at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : If you do not already have an account/profile with the County of Los Angeles, you will need to create one. All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using someone else's user ID and password will erase the original application record. Testing Accommodation Coordinator : (213) 466-5500 Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2922 California Relay Services Phone : (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Fire Examination Section Department Contact Phone : (213) 466-5500 Department Contact Email: Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov Department Contact FAX : (213) 264-7159 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information FIRE DEPARTMENT APPLICATION FILING PERIOD: May 5, 2023, AT 5:00 P.M. (PT) - Continuous This exam will remain open until the needs of the Department are met and is subject to close without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: 34597G TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY THIS REPOSTING IS TO REMOVE THE COVID-19 LANGUAGE. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal and Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with the MAPP guidelines and regulations. DEFINITION: Has overall administrative responsibility for the supervision of employees engaged in planning, analyzing, coordinating, developing and implementing policies and procedures for County-wide emergency medical and disaster services program. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are distinguished by having responsibility for assisting the Emergency Medical Systems Manager or a Battalion Chief or other higher management position in the Fire Department in directing the development, coordination and evaluation of the County-wide emergency medical system. This system is a coordinated composite of the sub-elements of medical care, paramedic services and training, emergency medical training, communications, emergency medical transportation, public education and information, and disaster services. Essential Job Functions Oversees the coordination, development, and approval of emergency medical technician, paramedic and mobile intensive care nurse training, testing, and certifications. Develops prehospital care guidelines and standards according to the regulations of state and local EMS agencies and in conjunction with specialized medical associations such as American Heart Association. Oversees the medical monitoring of department-wide prehospital care system including policy development, training needs, quality improvement activities, equipment, and skills testing. Acts as a liaison with paramedic provider agencies, paramedic base hospitals, and other prehospital care professionals. Consults with departmental, federal, state, local governments, and provider agencies to ensure the delivery of quality prehospital care. Manages administrative functions such as internal audits of programs, budgetary preparation, and analysis of organizational structure for the EMS Program. Acts as a liaison relating to department participation in public education functions such as health fairs, community programs, and primary and secondary school programs; distributes EMS related audio-visual materials and bilingual educational materials to community groups and other public agencies. Leads a group of senior nurse instructors in the development of quality improvement indicators and educational modules designed to achieve predetermined objectives. Conducts formal classroom and clinical instruction in EMS policies and procedures. Serves as a member or a leader of internal and external committees related to EMS. Prepares compliance reports, annual summaries, trending and analysis reports, and memorandums; maintains and manages various internal databases. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: Four years of responsible administrative* or staff experience analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, programs, budget, or curriculum, one year of which must have been in an emergency medical services program specializing in education and/or quality management. *Administrative Experience is defined as experience at the level of independent responsibility for assignments of average difficulty analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, budget, personnel, information services, programs, facilities planning, materials management, and general management. Responsible Staff Experience is defined as experience at the journey-level requiring working knowledge of rules, regulations, and other guidelines to program area assigned. OPTION II: Two years of experience as a registered nurse responsible for planning and designing educational programs and quality improvement indicators and methods, designed to monitor and measure the implementation and maintenance of quality improvement standards -AND- a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.** License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS**: Bachelor’s degree or higher from an Accredited college*** in a specific field Verifiable experience as an instructor for at least two years in one of the following areas: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or American Red Cross Advanced Life Support (ALS) American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or American Red Cross Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Prehospital Care Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Upper division credit in educational materials and methods and curriculum development Adult teaching methodology certification Supervisory experience Pre-hospital care experience Emergency department setting experience SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: **In order to receive credit for any certificate(s), license(s), or college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's degree or higher, you must include a legible copy of the certificate(s), license(s), or either the Official Degree, Official Transcript(s)****, or Official Letter from the accredited institution (which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded) with the Registrar's signature and school seal at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of submitting an online application. If you are unable to attach your documents, you may e-mail them to Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov or fax them to (323) 264-7159. Failure to provide any required documentation will result in application rejection . Please include your Name, Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the submitted documents. **Note : Applicants for this position must provide this information at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing your application online. ***Accreditation: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluator s, Inc. (AICE ) . ****Note: "Official Transcript" is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and therefore, will not be accepted and will result in your application being incomplete and rejected. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light - Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Additional Information This exam will consist of TWO (2) parts: PART I: An evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted 30% , assessing education, certification(s), knowledge and understanding of emergency medical service principles, and experience in pre-hospital care, emergency settings, and staff development. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I in order to advance to Part II. PART II: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 70% , assessing: Deductive Reasoning Leading and Supervising Deciding and Initiating Action Adhering to Principles Delivering Results Relating and Networking Achieving Work Goals Entrepreneurial Thinking Persuading and Influencing Adapting and Responding to Change Coping with Pressure and Setbacks Formulating Strategies and Concepts Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part in order to be placed on the eligible register. MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19 . Note: Candidates are responsible for providing a valid e-mail address on their County of Los Angeles Department of Human Resources profile and application. This e-mail address must be able to receive e-mail notifications from fire.lacounty.gov. Candidates must review their inbox and junk/spam mail to verify if e-mail notification was received. All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Test scores cannot be given over the phone. Please add alexander.javaherdashti@fire.lacounty.gov , AOganesyan@hr.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , noreply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS : Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred. TEST PREPARATION : Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests / . ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation . Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The register list resulting from this examination will be used to fill Senior Emergency Medical Systems Program Head vacancies in the County of Los Angeles Fire Department as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any Shift- Appointees must be willing to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. HOW TO APPLY : Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application from 02/14/2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) and will remain open until the needs of the Department are met and is subject to close without prior notice. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applicants must submit all documents to be considered (official diplomas, official transcripts, certificates, etc.) during application submission. All documents must be clear and legible. Although resumes may be uploaded as attachments to the online application, resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of completing the online application. If you are unable to attach the required document(s), you may e-mail them to Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.go v or fax the documents to (213) 264-7159 , at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days of submitting your online application. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection . Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the faxed documents. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements to Qualify as listed on this bulletin. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and minimum requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. TESTING ACCOMMODATION : If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING ONLINE FILING : SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : It is important that you provide your own Social Security Number (SSN) at the time of filing to ensure your application is processed accurately. Please include your SSN for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a SSN. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on a computers at public libraries throughout the County of Los Angeles. LA County Public Library has announced they have reopened some libraries with limited hours and may require prior reservation to use their computers. Please visit the following link at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : If you do not already have an account/profile with the County of Los Angeles, you will need to create one. All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using someone else's user ID and password will erase the original application record. Testing Accommodation Coordinator : (213) 466-5500 Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2922 California Relay Services Phone : (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Fire Examination Section Department Contact Phone : (213) 466-5500 Department Contact Email: Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov Department Contact FAX : (213) 264-7159 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT : OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER : Y5214T FILING START DATE : 12/04/2017 AT 8 AM This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to close without prior notice. REBULLETIN INFORMATION : THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO RE-OPEN THE FILING PERIOD, UPDATE POSITION/PROGRAM, SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE, SALARY INFORMATION, AND UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST TWELVE (12) MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. THE INFORMATION MUST INCLUDE YOUR NAME, THE EXAMINATION NUMBER AND EXAMINATION TITLE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four (4) hospitals and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov THE MISSION: “To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.” POSITION/PROGRAM INFORMATION : The Nursing Instructor (EMS) develops specialized training programs or educational course content for a group of employees, presents this content in a formal learning situation, supervises its application in a clinical setting, and evaluates effectiveness of the training in achieving predetermined training objectives under technical supervision. In an Emergency Medical Services System Program, Nursing Instructors may be assigned to the Paramedic Training Institute, Medical Monitoring of Prehospital Care, Hospital Programs, EMS System Data Management, Prehospital Continuing Education and EMT Program Approvals, and Ambulance Licensing and Disaster Programs. Essential Job Functions Identifies and analyzes, on an ongoing basis, the training needs and problems of one or more categories of nursing personnel usually with reference to a specific type of training program (general orientation, basic skills training, paramedic training program.) Plans and develops course or training program content and structures individual sessions, incorporating teaching methodology designed to meet identified needs and established course objectives. Conducts formal didactic training. Plans and supervises staff performance in making application in a clinical setting of the principles and techniques of patient care taught them in didactic training. Plans, develops and implements, with supervisory approval, the use of evaluative tools to measure the effectiveness of the training, modifying course or program content or methodology as indicated. Participates in studies and projects to improve course or curriculum content or interaction of trainees and patients, and drafts reports of findings. Performs review and makes recommendations regarding approval of pre-hospital care training and education programs, and monitors approved programs. Conducts site visits, and monitors paramedic base hospitals and provider agencies for compliance with County agreements and policies and procedures established by the local EMS agency. Participates in development, implementation and monitoring of the collection and evaluation of pre-hospital care medical data for the EMS system. Serves as a member of committees related to nursing training and education. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : To qualify, applicants must meet all of the requirements under one of the following options: OPTION I Three years' experience, within the last five years, in the practice of professional nursing in an acute care setting, one year of which must have been in an emergency department and included certification as a Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) in Los Angeles County or eligibility for certification as an MICN Nurse in Los Angeles County.* -OR- OPTION II One year's experience as a registered nurse monitoring and evaluating special services of Basic and Comprehensive Emergency Medical Services (EMS) regulated under California Administrative Code, Title XXII. LICENSE : A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III : Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *To qualify under Option I, applicants must have certification as a MICN in Los Angeles County or be eligible for certification as an MICN in Los Angeles County. Applicants certified as an MICN must provide proof of certification at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applicants not certified as an MICN but eligible for certification, must provide a copy of their American Heart Association certification as an Advanced Cardiac Life Support provider or instructor at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date and meet the following qualifications: To be eligible for an MICN certification, an applicant shall: 1. Be employed and sponsored by one of the following agencies approved to utilize MICNs in Los Angeles County: a. Base hospital b. EMS Agency c. Paramedic training program d. Paramedic provider agency 2. Meet the following professional licensure and experience requirements: a. Licensed as a registered nurse in the United States for a period of not less than one (1) year and currently licensed in California. b. Employment equivalent to one (1) year full-time (36-40 hrs/week) within the last three (3) years as a Registered Nurse in a critical care area; six (6) months of which must be in the emergency department of an acute care hospital. c. Current American Heart Association (AHA) certification as an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) provider or instructor. Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license and certification, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must attach a copy of their registered nurse license from that state to the application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of licensure will be considered incomplete and will be denied. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted . DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be given to applicants who have the following desirable qualifications: A Bachelor's degree ** in a healthcare related field from an accredited institution. Experience developing, implementing and monitoring the collection and evaluation of medical data for an EMS system. ** In order to receive credit for a college degree, such as a Bachelor's or Master's degree, you must include a legible photocopy of the official diploma(s), official transcripts, or official letter(s) from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing application. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST on the last day of filing will NOT be accepted. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescind appointment. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE : If you are unable to attach required documents to your application, you must email the Exam Analyst, Germine Margosian at gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov at the time of filing, or within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE : All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Germine Margosian, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT : OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER : Y5214T FILING START DATE : 12/04/2017 AT 8 AM This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to close without prior notice. REBULLETIN INFORMATION : THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO RE-OPEN THE FILING PERIOD, UPDATE POSITION/PROGRAM, SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE, SALARY INFORMATION, AND UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST TWELVE (12) MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. THE INFORMATION MUST INCLUDE YOUR NAME, THE EXAMINATION NUMBER AND EXAMINATION TITLE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four (4) hospitals and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov THE MISSION: “To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.” POSITION/PROGRAM INFORMATION : The Nursing Instructor (EMS) develops specialized training programs or educational course content for a group of employees, presents this content in a formal learning situation, supervises its application in a clinical setting, and evaluates effectiveness of the training in achieving predetermined training objectives under technical supervision. In an Emergency Medical Services System Program, Nursing Instructors may be assigned to the Paramedic Training Institute, Medical Monitoring of Prehospital Care, Hospital Programs, EMS System Data Management, Prehospital Continuing Education and EMT Program Approvals, and Ambulance Licensing and Disaster Programs. Essential Job Functions Identifies and analyzes, on an ongoing basis, the training needs and problems of one or more categories of nursing personnel usually with reference to a specific type of training program (general orientation, basic skills training, paramedic training program.) Plans and develops course or training program content and structures individual sessions, incorporating teaching methodology designed to meet identified needs and established course objectives. Conducts formal didactic training. Plans and supervises staff performance in making application in a clinical setting of the principles and techniques of patient care taught them in didactic training. Plans, develops and implements, with supervisory approval, the use of evaluative tools to measure the effectiveness of the training, modifying course or program content or methodology as indicated. Participates in studies and projects to improve course or curriculum content or interaction of trainees and patients, and drafts reports of findings. Performs review and makes recommendations regarding approval of pre-hospital care training and education programs, and monitors approved programs. Conducts site visits, and monitors paramedic base hospitals and provider agencies for compliance with County agreements and policies and procedures established by the local EMS agency. Participates in development, implementation and monitoring of the collection and evaluation of pre-hospital care medical data for the EMS system. Serves as a member of committees related to nursing training and education. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : To qualify, applicants must meet all of the requirements under one of the following options: OPTION I Three years' experience, within the last five years, in the practice of professional nursing in an acute care setting, one year of which must have been in an emergency department and included certification as a Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) in Los Angeles County or eligibility for certification as an MICN Nurse in Los Angeles County.* -OR- OPTION II One year's experience as a registered nurse monitoring and evaluating special services of Basic and Comprehensive Emergency Medical Services (EMS) regulated under California Administrative Code, Title XXII. LICENSE : A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III : Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *To qualify under Option I, applicants must have certification as a MICN in Los Angeles County or be eligible for certification as an MICN in Los Angeles County. Applicants certified as an MICN must provide proof of certification at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applicants not certified as an MICN but eligible for certification, must provide a copy of their American Heart Association certification as an Advanced Cardiac Life Support provider or instructor at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date and meet the following qualifications: To be eligible for an MICN certification, an applicant shall: 1. Be employed and sponsored by one of the following agencies approved to utilize MICNs in Los Angeles County: a. Base hospital b. EMS Agency c. Paramedic training program d. Paramedic provider agency 2. Meet the following professional licensure and experience requirements: a. Licensed as a registered nurse in the United States for a period of not less than one (1) year and currently licensed in California. b. Employment equivalent to one (1) year full-time (36-40 hrs/week) within the last three (3) years as a Registered Nurse in a critical care area; six (6) months of which must be in the emergency department of an acute care hospital. c. Current American Heart Association (AHA) certification as an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) provider or instructor. Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license and certification, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must attach a copy of their registered nurse license from that state to the application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of licensure will be considered incomplete and will be denied. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted . DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be given to applicants who have the following desirable qualifications: A Bachelor's degree ** in a healthcare related field from an accredited institution. Experience developing, implementing and monitoring the collection and evaluation of medical data for an EMS system. ** In order to receive credit for a college degree, such as a Bachelor's or Master's degree, you must include a legible photocopy of the official diploma(s), official transcripts, or official letter(s) from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing application. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST on the last day of filing will NOT be accepted. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescind appointment. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE : If you are unable to attach required documents to your application, you must email the Exam Analyst, Germine Margosian at gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov at the time of filing, or within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE : All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Germine Margosian, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER Y5624D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING DATES March 28, 2024 , at 8:00 A.M., (PT) Until the needs of the services are met and is subject to closure without prior notice NO WITHHOLDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for over 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Coordinates the transfer of emergency patients to the most suitable County or non-County hospital. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS : Positions allocable to this class work in the Medical Alert Center under the technical guidance of a Senior Emergency Patient Transfer Coordinator. These positions are characterized chiefly by their responsibility for acting in an emergency to expedite the movement of critical patients to suitable hospitals. Persons in this class receive telephoned requests from community hospitals for the transfer of emergency patients to a County or non-County hospital, evaluate the information and reported physical condition of the patients, determine which qualified facilities can receive the patients, may arrange for transportation, and coordinate the patients' transfer. Essential Job Functions Informs personnel of the referring hospital and the receiving hospital regarding arrangements made time plan and name of physicians, nurses or counterparts at opposite point. Performs data entry and utilizes computer to log calls, record information and decide if requests should be handled as routine, urgent, stat or critical. Receives telephone calls from community hospital requesting transfer of emergency or acute care patients to County or non-County hospitals. Evaluates patient's physical condition, medical needs, age, resources and location to decide on suitable placement. In case of major emergency or disaster, assists in deploying ambulance, triage teams and equipment; alerting area hospitals; and coordination the transport of victims. Arranges for transport by helicopter if warranted and for connecting ambulance services. Determines availability of bed in nearest County hospital capable of providing specialized care and confirms admission of patient or if unable to arrange for transfer to a County or non-County hospital, continues search until agreement is reached with other suitable hospital able to receive patient. Assists in determining appropriate mode of transportation and, if appropriate, arranges with Central Dispatch Office for properly equipped and staffed vehicle to transfer patient. Performs the patient’s verification of medical insurance. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of at least one of the following programs/courses followed by two years of providing care to emergency or critical patients as a: 1) Registered Nurse, 2) Licensed Vocational Nurse, or 3) Military Corpsman, or 4) Paramedic. LICENSE : To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a valid State licensure as a Registered Nurse*, Licensed Vocational Nurse** or Paramedic*** - OR - have Military Corpsman experience, with a valid California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate at time of applying. Certificate/License Information: Please ensure the Certification/License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of the certificate, the number, date issued, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Selection Requirements. In order to qualify you must include a legible photocopy of your certificate/license to your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will NOT be accepted. License and Certification Information *To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -OR- have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Registered Nursing, within the United States of America. **To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing -OR- have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Vocational Nursing, within the United States of America. ***To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Paramedic issued by the State of California. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants that possess the following: Additional experience beyond the Selection Requirement. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information and supplemental questionnaire weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register for this examination. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services (DHS) throughout Los Angeles County as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green " APPLY " button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE : If you are unable to attach required documents during application submission, you must email the documents to Yolanda Ramos at yramos@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online. Please include your name, the exam title, and the exam number. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. For the foreseeable future, all notices will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add yramos@dhs.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile box, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. IMPORTANT NOTES : All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, regency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Yolanda Ramos, Exam Analyst yramos@dhs.lacounty.gov (213) 288-7000 ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Mar 28, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER Y5624D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING DATES March 28, 2024 , at 8:00 A.M., (PT) Until the needs of the services are met and is subject to closure without prior notice NO WITHHOLDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for over 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Coordinates the transfer of emergency patients to the most suitable County or non-County hospital. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS : Positions allocable to this class work in the Medical Alert Center under the technical guidance of a Senior Emergency Patient Transfer Coordinator. These positions are characterized chiefly by their responsibility for acting in an emergency to expedite the movement of critical patients to suitable hospitals. Persons in this class receive telephoned requests from community hospitals for the transfer of emergency patients to a County or non-County hospital, evaluate the information and reported physical condition of the patients, determine which qualified facilities can receive the patients, may arrange for transportation, and coordinate the patients' transfer. Essential Job Functions Informs personnel of the referring hospital and the receiving hospital regarding arrangements made time plan and name of physicians, nurses or counterparts at opposite point. Performs data entry and utilizes computer to log calls, record information and decide if requests should be handled as routine, urgent, stat or critical. Receives telephone calls from community hospital requesting transfer of emergency or acute care patients to County or non-County hospitals. Evaluates patient's physical condition, medical needs, age, resources and location to decide on suitable placement. In case of major emergency or disaster, assists in deploying ambulance, triage teams and equipment; alerting area hospitals; and coordination the transport of victims. Arranges for transport by helicopter if warranted and for connecting ambulance services. Determines availability of bed in nearest County hospital capable of providing specialized care and confirms admission of patient or if unable to arrange for transfer to a County or non-County hospital, continues search until agreement is reached with other suitable hospital able to receive patient. Assists in determining appropriate mode of transportation and, if appropriate, arranges with Central Dispatch Office for properly equipped and staffed vehicle to transfer patient. Performs the patient’s verification of medical insurance. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of at least one of the following programs/courses followed by two years of providing care to emergency or critical patients as a: 1) Registered Nurse, 2) Licensed Vocational Nurse, or 3) Military Corpsman, or 4) Paramedic. LICENSE : To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a valid State licensure as a Registered Nurse*, Licensed Vocational Nurse** or Paramedic*** - OR - have Military Corpsman experience, with a valid California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate at time of applying. Certificate/License Information: Please ensure the Certification/License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of the certificate, the number, date issued, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Selection Requirements. In order to qualify you must include a legible photocopy of your certificate/license to your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days of filing online or your application will be rejected. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will NOT be accepted. License and Certification Information *To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing -OR- have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Registered Nursing, within the United States of America. **To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Vocational Nursing -OR- have a license to practice as a Vocational Nurse issued by a State Government Board of Vocational Nursing, within the United States of America. ***To compete in this examination process, applicants must have a license to practice as a Paramedic issued by the State of California. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants that possess the following: Additional experience beyond the Selection Requirement. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information and supplemental questionnaire weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register for this examination. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services (DHS) throughout Los Angeles County as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green " APPLY " button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE : If you are unable to attach required documents during application submission, you must email the documents to Yolanda Ramos at yramos@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online. Please include your name, the exam title, and the exam number. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. For the foreseeable future, all notices will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add yramos@dhs.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile box, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. IMPORTANT NOTES : All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, regency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Yolanda Ramos, Exam Analyst yramos@dhs.lacounty.gov (213) 288-7000 ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH5350E FILING DATE : Tuesday, October 17 , 2023 at 8:30 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity No out-of-class experience will be accepted. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. DEFINITION: Determines medical eligibility of children referred to California Children Services and approves and coordinates treatment services for children accepted under the program. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: The positions allocable to this class are responsible for evaluating referrals and requests for diagnostic and/or treatment services available to children who suffer from an injury or illness which may be eligible for treatment under the guidelines established by California Children Services, and for managing a load of continuing cases to ensure that treatment plans are implemented with services being rendered to clients. Guides specify the wide range of ailments eligible for services, but detailed conditions which must be satisfied prior to acceptance under the program fluctuate or conditions are stated in general terms requiring incumbent to exercise discretion based on an evaluation of the facts surrounding the case. Eligibility decisions are made based on these guides and on an analysis of the physician's diagnosis, prognosis, patient's social history and a determination as to whether the proposed treatment plan is appropriate for diagnosis and acceptable to the program. This class manages complex cases involving multiple diagnoses and requiring coordination of services provided by several specialties. Positions in this class are also responsible for reviewing the progress of continuing cases and making judgments as to whether maximum or allowable benefits have been reached. Positions receive administrative and technical guidance from a Supervising Medical Service Coordinator, CCS who is readily available for consultation on difficult cases. Essential Job Functions Evaluates referrals and requests for medical service made by physicians, parents, teachers, social workers, nurses and various agencies, considering the impact of varied diagnoses of medical maladies affecting children, the treatment generally required for the ailments and the guidelines for service, and makes determinations of medical eligibility and the type and extent of care proposed for California Children Services. Approves requests by physicians for hospitalization of children, assisting in arrangements for hospitals not on approved list, and explains California Children Services regulations to physicians. Determines whether physician's specialty is appropriate to the patient's condition and whether physicians are on State's approved panel. Advises non-panel physicians on procedure for becoming approved. Refers patients to specific medical specialists who have been certified by the State Department of Health, California Children Services. Reviews medical reports and correspondence on assigned cases and coordinates the arrangements for approved medical services. Participates in case conferences to evaluate treatment proposals and to provide interpretations regarding application of California Children Service policies.Reviews and authorizes requests for medical equipment and authorizes dispensing of supplies such as drugs, appliances, braces and visiting nurse services. Determines medical eligibility of referrals for emergency hospitalization or diagnostic studies and expedites the processing of requests for treatment services requested over the telephone. Based on the physician's plan of treatment for the patient, the coordinator's knowledge and the program guides, determines the amount of time that will be allotted for hospitalization and has authority to approve an extension of time for eligible services rendered. Reviews each assigned case at least once yearly, requesting and evaluating current medical reports, and determines if medical services should be continued and orders closure when maximum benefits of treatment have been achieved. Interprets program to physicians, parents, teachers, social workers and to agencies and provides general information concerning medical eligibility requirements and procedures. Assists those not eligible in developing private or other plans for obtaining medical care. Attends meetings that update eligibility guidelines and spell out the general conditions under which they will operate. Reads professional journals and attends seminars and lectures to become informed on new developments relating to the function. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two years' work experience as a registered nurse in case management* OR two year's work experience as a registered nurse in a pediatric setting. * Case management is a collaborative process of assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation, and advocacy for options and services to meet an individual's and family's comprehensive health needs through communication and available resources to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes. LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S) REQUIRED: 1. A current active license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license and certificate, the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. The required license and/or certificate must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. 2. A current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of the required BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of application submission send to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov . Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. 3. California Class C Driver License. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional years of experience beyond the selection requirements Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an Evaluation Experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing, weighted 100%. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added on the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added on the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. Complete applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. __________________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m., (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on the County of Los Angeles Job Opportunities Website, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements as listed on this job bulletin. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for any relevant education, training, and job experience you include. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work and duties performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be REJECTED. Important Notes: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE. __________________________________________________________________ Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at: https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator/ . Social Security Number: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. Do Not Share User ID, Email, And Password: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Fair Chance Employer: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. County of Los Angeles Employment Information: The Employment Information document can be viewed by copying and pasting the URL http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf into a web browser search bar or click on the following link: County of Los Angeles Employment Information . Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Have any questions about anything listed above? Please contact us at: Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Exam Number: PH5350E Department Contact Phone : (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH5350E FILING DATE : Tuesday, October 17 , 2023 at 8:30 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity No out-of-class experience will be accepted. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. DEFINITION: Determines medical eligibility of children referred to California Children Services and approves and coordinates treatment services for children accepted under the program. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: The positions allocable to this class are responsible for evaluating referrals and requests for diagnostic and/or treatment services available to children who suffer from an injury or illness which may be eligible for treatment under the guidelines established by California Children Services, and for managing a load of continuing cases to ensure that treatment plans are implemented with services being rendered to clients. Guides specify the wide range of ailments eligible for services, but detailed conditions which must be satisfied prior to acceptance under the program fluctuate or conditions are stated in general terms requiring incumbent to exercise discretion based on an evaluation of the facts surrounding the case. Eligibility decisions are made based on these guides and on an analysis of the physician's diagnosis, prognosis, patient's social history and a determination as to whether the proposed treatment plan is appropriate for diagnosis and acceptable to the program. This class manages complex cases involving multiple diagnoses and requiring coordination of services provided by several specialties. Positions in this class are also responsible for reviewing the progress of continuing cases and making judgments as to whether maximum or allowable benefits have been reached. Positions receive administrative and technical guidance from a Supervising Medical Service Coordinator, CCS who is readily available for consultation on difficult cases. Essential Job Functions Evaluates referrals and requests for medical service made by physicians, parents, teachers, social workers, nurses and various agencies, considering the impact of varied diagnoses of medical maladies affecting children, the treatment generally required for the ailments and the guidelines for service, and makes determinations of medical eligibility and the type and extent of care proposed for California Children Services. Approves requests by physicians for hospitalization of children, assisting in arrangements for hospitals not on approved list, and explains California Children Services regulations to physicians. Determines whether physician's specialty is appropriate to the patient's condition and whether physicians are on State's approved panel. Advises non-panel physicians on procedure for becoming approved. Refers patients to specific medical specialists who have been certified by the State Department of Health, California Children Services. Reviews medical reports and correspondence on assigned cases and coordinates the arrangements for approved medical services. Participates in case conferences to evaluate treatment proposals and to provide interpretations regarding application of California Children Service policies.Reviews and authorizes requests for medical equipment and authorizes dispensing of supplies such as drugs, appliances, braces and visiting nurse services. Determines medical eligibility of referrals for emergency hospitalization or diagnostic studies and expedites the processing of requests for treatment services requested over the telephone. Based on the physician's plan of treatment for the patient, the coordinator's knowledge and the program guides, determines the amount of time that will be allotted for hospitalization and has authority to approve an extension of time for eligible services rendered. Reviews each assigned case at least once yearly, requesting and evaluating current medical reports, and determines if medical services should be continued and orders closure when maximum benefits of treatment have been achieved. Interprets program to physicians, parents, teachers, social workers and to agencies and provides general information concerning medical eligibility requirements and procedures. Assists those not eligible in developing private or other plans for obtaining medical care. Attends meetings that update eligibility guidelines and spell out the general conditions under which they will operate. Reads professional journals and attends seminars and lectures to become informed on new developments relating to the function. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two years' work experience as a registered nurse in case management* OR two year's work experience as a registered nurse in a pediatric setting. * Case management is a collaborative process of assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation, and advocacy for options and services to meet an individual's and family's comprehensive health needs through communication and available resources to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes. LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S) REQUIRED: 1. A current active license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license and certificate, the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. The required license and/or certificate must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. 2. A current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of the required BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of application submission send to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov . Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. 3. California Class C Driver License. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional years of experience beyond the selection requirements Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an Evaluation Experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing, weighted 100%. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added on the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added on the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. Complete applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. __________________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m., (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on the County of Los Angeles Job Opportunities Website, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements as listed on this job bulletin. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for any relevant education, training, and job experience you include. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work and duties performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be REJECTED. Important Notes: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE. __________________________________________________________________ Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at: https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator/ . Social Security Number: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. Do Not Share User ID, Email, And Password: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Fair Chance Employer: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. County of Los Angeles Employment Information: The Employment Information document can be viewed by copying and pasting the URL http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf into a web browser search bar or click on the following link: County of Los Angeles Employment Information . Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Have any questions about anything listed above? Please contact us at: Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Exam Number: PH5350E Department Contact Phone : (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CSU, Sacramento
6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819, USA
Working Title: Procurement & Contract Services Coordinator Classification Title: Administrative Support Coordinator II Posting Details Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Wednesday, March 6, 2024 @ 11:55pm PDT Hiring Preference Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment. Position Summary Under general supervision of the Procurement & Contract Services Manager/Chief Procurement Officer, this position will serve as the primary administrative resource for the Procurement and Contract Services (P&CS) department. The incumbent must possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills; exhibit the ability to investigate, troubleshoot and provide recommendations to address administrative issues; perform a broad range of administrative, operational, and technical duties which require intermediate to advanced knowledge of procurement practices, California laws and regulations, financial computer software and web-based applications, and general office management procedures in support of internal and external personnel. Accountable for independently organizing and prioritizing complex tasks for the department and delegating appropriately. FLSA : Non-exempt (Eligible for overtime compensation) Anticipated Hiring Range : $3,865 per month - $4,270 per month; commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. CSU Classification Salary Range : $3,865 per month - $6,336 per month Best-in-class Benefits : Click here to learn more CSU Total Compensation : Click here to learn more Salary Grade/Range : 2 Recruitment Type : Regular (Probationary) Time Base : Full-Time Pay Plan : 12 months Work Hours : Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM; May be eligible for a partial telework schedule, upon management approval, following a training period. Department Information The University's Procurement & Contract Services Department provides the campus community with cost efficient and effective services for all acquisitions and contracting needs. https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/internal/procurement-contracts/ Minimum Qualifications Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Knowledge of business mathematics beyond basic arithmetic. The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology systems and software packages is also a prerequisite. Qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with several years or related office work experience. Required Qualifications Skills: 1. Comprehensive and detailed knowledge of the university infrastructure, policies, and procedures. 2. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to effectively convey information, provide clear direction, and respond to questions from staff, faculty, peers, suppliers/contractors, leadership, and others as warranted. 3. Expertise in using standard office equipment; computers; software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe; enterprise financial systems, and video conferencing tools such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc. 4. Excellent time management, problem-solving, and organizational skills to ensure assigned projects are completed accurately and on time and; be accountable for the results. 5. Thorough knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Abilities: 6. Ability to learn, understand and apply policies, laws, and regulations to ensure database entries and updates are compliant. 7. Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures independently, and use judgement and discretion to act when precedents do not exist. 8. Ability to effectively present information, provide training, and respond to questions from faculty, staff, suppliers, and students. 9. Ability to multi-task, manage a high volume of work, and effectively adapt to change. Experience: 10. Demonstrated progressively responsible administrative support experience with a wide variety of duties and responsibilities including providing customer service and administrative support in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment. 11. Experience acting as a primary point for administrative duties in a department which would act in coordination, and in liaison with other offices, individuals on a range of operational and administrative issues. 12. Experience with providing administrative support coordination and work independently handling multiple projects or priorities. 13. Experience addressing issues in a fast-paced administrative work environment and ability to apply solutions to resolve issues. 14. Experience presenting information and responding to questions from various client groups such as faculty, staff, administration, customers, and the general public. 15. Experience with document management and retention including utilizing scanning equipment and indexing documents Preferred Qualifications: 16. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. 17. Experience working at an institute of higher learning, preferably the California State University (CSU) system. 18. Knowledge of public procurement processes. 19. Experience using the CSU’s Common Financial System (CFS) and/or Jaggaer. 20. Experience with procurement department functions and related processes and procedures Documents Needed to Apply Resume and cover letter. Failure to upload required documentation may lead to disqualification. About Sacramento State Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success ; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity ; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion ; resource development and sustainability ; dedicated community engagement , and wellness and safety . As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning. To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page. Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States. It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html . The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/csu-learn.html . Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery . The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request at the Police Service Center located in the University Union. Background Check Disclaimer A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position. COVID19 Vaccination Policy Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Out of State Employment Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. Eligibility Verification Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa). Note to Applicants: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement. Advertised: Feb 21 2024 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
Working Title: Procurement & Contract Services Coordinator Classification Title: Administrative Support Coordinator II Posting Details Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Wednesday, March 6, 2024 @ 11:55pm PDT Hiring Preference Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment. Position Summary Under general supervision of the Procurement & Contract Services Manager/Chief Procurement Officer, this position will serve as the primary administrative resource for the Procurement and Contract Services (P&CS) department. The incumbent must possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills; exhibit the ability to investigate, troubleshoot and provide recommendations to address administrative issues; perform a broad range of administrative, operational, and technical duties which require intermediate to advanced knowledge of procurement practices, California laws and regulations, financial computer software and web-based applications, and general office management procedures in support of internal and external personnel. Accountable for independently organizing and prioritizing complex tasks for the department and delegating appropriately. FLSA : Non-exempt (Eligible for overtime compensation) Anticipated Hiring Range : $3,865 per month - $4,270 per month; commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training. CSU Classification Salary Range : $3,865 per month - $6,336 per month Best-in-class Benefits : Click here to learn more CSU Total Compensation : Click here to learn more Salary Grade/Range : 2 Recruitment Type : Regular (Probationary) Time Base : Full-Time Pay Plan : 12 months Work Hours : Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM; May be eligible for a partial telework schedule, upon management approval, following a training period. Department Information The University's Procurement & Contract Services Department provides the campus community with cost efficient and effective services for all acquisitions and contracting needs. https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/internal/procurement-contracts/ Minimum Qualifications Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents are expected to have a thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation and be able to clearly communicate orally and in writing. Knowledge of business mathematics beyond basic arithmetic. The ability to use and quickly learn new office support technology systems and software packages is also a prerequisite. Qualifications would normally be obtained through a high school program, technical/vocational program, or their equivalents combined with several years or related office work experience. Required Qualifications Skills: 1. Comprehensive and detailed knowledge of the university infrastructure, policies, and procedures. 2. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to effectively convey information, provide clear direction, and respond to questions from staff, faculty, peers, suppliers/contractors, leadership, and others as warranted. 3. Expertise in using standard office equipment; computers; software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe; enterprise financial systems, and video conferencing tools such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc. 4. Excellent time management, problem-solving, and organizational skills to ensure assigned projects are completed accurately and on time and; be accountable for the results. 5. Thorough knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Abilities: 6. Ability to learn, understand and apply policies, laws, and regulations to ensure database entries and updates are compliant. 7. Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures independently, and use judgement and discretion to act when precedents do not exist. 8. Ability to effectively present information, provide training, and respond to questions from faculty, staff, suppliers, and students. 9. Ability to multi-task, manage a high volume of work, and effectively adapt to change. Experience: 10. Demonstrated progressively responsible administrative support experience with a wide variety of duties and responsibilities including providing customer service and administrative support in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment. 11. Experience acting as a primary point for administrative duties in a department which would act in coordination, and in liaison with other offices, individuals on a range of operational and administrative issues. 12. Experience with providing administrative support coordination and work independently handling multiple projects or priorities. 13. Experience addressing issues in a fast-paced administrative work environment and ability to apply solutions to resolve issues. 14. Experience presenting information and responding to questions from various client groups such as faculty, staff, administration, customers, and the general public. 15. Experience with document management and retention including utilizing scanning equipment and indexing documents Preferred Qualifications: 16. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. 17. Experience working at an institute of higher learning, preferably the California State University (CSU) system. 18. Knowledge of public procurement processes. 19. Experience using the CSU’s Common Financial System (CFS) and/or Jaggaer. 20. Experience with procurement department functions and related processes and procedures Documents Needed to Apply Resume and cover letter. Failure to upload required documentation may lead to disqualification. About Sacramento State Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success ; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity ; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion ; resource development and sustainability ; dedicated community engagement , and wellness and safety . As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning. To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page. Equal Employment Opportunity California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States. It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html . The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/csu-learn.html . Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery . The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request at the Police Service Center located in the University Union. Background Check Disclaimer A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position. COVID19 Vaccination Policy Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Out of State Employment Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. Eligibility Verification Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa). Note to Applicants: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement. Advertised: Feb 21 2024 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Monterey County Human Resources
Salinas, California, United States
Position Description A Drug-Free Workplace Invites your interest for the position of Health Program Coordinator $7,485 - $10,224 per Month Final Filing Date: 5/12/2024 Exam # 24/50K18/04PH SUMMARY OF POSITION The Monterey County Health Department is currently seeking motivated individuals to fill two (2) Health Program Coordinator positions within the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Bureau and the Environmental Health Bureau (EHB). The Health Program Coordinator is a full-time, regular, staff-level professional position. Emergency Medical Services The Health Program Coordinator will serve as the EMS Specialty Care/Quality Improvement Coordinator and will work in concert with the EMS Director, the EMS Medical Director, and other EMS Bureau staff to perform administrative, analytical, and oversight activities to ensure that EMS system participants in Monterey County conform with federal, state, and local regulations related to the delivery of emergency medical care. Management experience in EMS, Specialty Care programs (Trauma, STEMI, Stroke), emergency medicine, or intensive care is preferred. The Health Program Coordinator’s key responsibilities include: development and maintenance of effective working relationships with all EMS and public safety providers, healthcare providers, community groups, and other stakeholders within the EMS system; planning, coordination, maintenance, and evaluation of Monterey County's Specialty Care Programs (Trauma, Stroke, and ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction); review and maintenance of system-wide quality improvement measures and activities; collection, analysis, and evaluation of data pertaining to EMS system activities; preparation and presentation of reports related to operational and clinical performance; participation in the development and revision of EMS system policies, procedures, and medical protocols; work with the EMS Medical Director to develop, coordinate, and administer continuing education programs for EMS system participants and the public; research, review, and respond to concerns related to EMS care and system functions; assist emergency base and receiving hospitals to ensure consistent on-line medical control; and development, maintenance, and application of professional knowledge in applicable areas including job-related rules, statutes, laws, professional literature, and industry trends. Environmental Health The Environmental Health (EH) Bureau sits within the County of Monterey's Health Department and consists of seven major environmental health regulatory programs: Drinking Water Protection Services, Hazardous Materials Management Services, Solid Waste Management Services, Consumer Health Protection Services, Land Use Services, Cannabis Management Service, and Recycling and Resource Recovery Services. The EH Bureau is seeking to fill a full-time Health Program Coordinator (HPC) to facilitate and lead training for EH staff and build programs to develop and invest in the EH and community workforce, to include public education, investigation and enforcement of the State and County laws, regulations, and ordinances. The HPC will work alongside an administrative team and the Assistant Director of EH to develop, interpret, and implement environmental health policies, regulations, procedures, and programs. The HPC will assist the Assistant Director of EH to develop, prepare program goals, objectives, and budgets. The Eligible List established by this recruitment process will be used to fill current and future vacancies, both regular and temporary, as they arise. Examples of Duties Organizes, supervises and monitors specialized health-related services and activities. Participates in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities within a specialized service area. Maintains an effective working relationship with a variety of public and private organizations, including staff in other department divisions, County departments and outside agencies. Provides staff assistance to higher level management on program issues. Performs related duties as assigned. Answers questions and provides information to the public, supervises the enforcement of community health-related standards, codes and regulations, as required. Selects, supervises, trains and evaluates professional, technical and clerical subordinates. Prepares cost estimates and justifications for budget recommendations, assists in monitoring and controlling expenditures to ensure the accomplishment of objectives within an approved budget. To view the complete job description, please visit the Monterey County website: Health Program Coordinator THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Working Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration and program management, including program planning, implementation, and evaluation. Principles and practice of community healthcare. Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation. Skill and Ability to: Apply principles and techniques of community organization, including community awareness, resource coordination and mobilization of diverse community groups. Organize, direct and coordinate program activities. Work cooperatively with other County departments and public and private organizations. Provide excellent and courteous customer service and establish and maintain effective working relationships. Analyze problems accurately, develop recommendations and take appropriate actions to resolve them. Prepare complex and detailed written reports, procedures, and contracts. Speak effectively to diverse audiences, including professional, clinical and citizen groups. Train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff. Examples of Experience/Education/Training Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting. Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority. Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency. License as an Environmental Health Specialist by the California State Department of Health services. (Environmental Health Bureau) Current medical provider license or certification (RN, PA-C, NP, MD, DO, or Paramedic) or a license/certification retired in good standing. (Emergency Medical Services Bureau) BENEFITS: The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the Bargaining Unit F Benefit Summary Sheet . This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. NOTES: As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES Apply on-line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty by the final filing date of Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 11:59 PM (PST) or Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting: Monterey County Health Department Attn: Human Resources Division 1270 Natividad Road Salinas, CA 93906. Phone: (831) 755-4519 Fax: (831) 796-8682 The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Priscilla Herrera, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 755-4515 or herrerap1@countyofmonterey.gov . http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet Closing Date/Time: 5/12/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 27, 2024
Full Time
Position Description A Drug-Free Workplace Invites your interest for the position of Health Program Coordinator $7,485 - $10,224 per Month Final Filing Date: 5/12/2024 Exam # 24/50K18/04PH SUMMARY OF POSITION The Monterey County Health Department is currently seeking motivated individuals to fill two (2) Health Program Coordinator positions within the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Bureau and the Environmental Health Bureau (EHB). The Health Program Coordinator is a full-time, regular, staff-level professional position. Emergency Medical Services The Health Program Coordinator will serve as the EMS Specialty Care/Quality Improvement Coordinator and will work in concert with the EMS Director, the EMS Medical Director, and other EMS Bureau staff to perform administrative, analytical, and oversight activities to ensure that EMS system participants in Monterey County conform with federal, state, and local regulations related to the delivery of emergency medical care. Management experience in EMS, Specialty Care programs (Trauma, STEMI, Stroke), emergency medicine, or intensive care is preferred. The Health Program Coordinator’s key responsibilities include: development and maintenance of effective working relationships with all EMS and public safety providers, healthcare providers, community groups, and other stakeholders within the EMS system; planning, coordination, maintenance, and evaluation of Monterey County's Specialty Care Programs (Trauma, Stroke, and ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction); review and maintenance of system-wide quality improvement measures and activities; collection, analysis, and evaluation of data pertaining to EMS system activities; preparation and presentation of reports related to operational and clinical performance; participation in the development and revision of EMS system policies, procedures, and medical protocols; work with the EMS Medical Director to develop, coordinate, and administer continuing education programs for EMS system participants and the public; research, review, and respond to concerns related to EMS care and system functions; assist emergency base and receiving hospitals to ensure consistent on-line medical control; and development, maintenance, and application of professional knowledge in applicable areas including job-related rules, statutes, laws, professional literature, and industry trends. Environmental Health The Environmental Health (EH) Bureau sits within the County of Monterey's Health Department and consists of seven major environmental health regulatory programs: Drinking Water Protection Services, Hazardous Materials Management Services, Solid Waste Management Services, Consumer Health Protection Services, Land Use Services, Cannabis Management Service, and Recycling and Resource Recovery Services. The EH Bureau is seeking to fill a full-time Health Program Coordinator (HPC) to facilitate and lead training for EH staff and build programs to develop and invest in the EH and community workforce, to include public education, investigation and enforcement of the State and County laws, regulations, and ordinances. The HPC will work alongside an administrative team and the Assistant Director of EH to develop, interpret, and implement environmental health policies, regulations, procedures, and programs. The HPC will assist the Assistant Director of EH to develop, prepare program goals, objectives, and budgets. The Eligible List established by this recruitment process will be used to fill current and future vacancies, both regular and temporary, as they arise. Examples of Duties Organizes, supervises and monitors specialized health-related services and activities. Participates in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities within a specialized service area. Maintains an effective working relationship with a variety of public and private organizations, including staff in other department divisions, County departments and outside agencies. Provides staff assistance to higher level management on program issues. Performs related duties as assigned. Answers questions and provides information to the public, supervises the enforcement of community health-related standards, codes and regulations, as required. Selects, supervises, trains and evaluates professional, technical and clerical subordinates. Prepares cost estimates and justifications for budget recommendations, assists in monitoring and controlling expenditures to ensure the accomplishment of objectives within an approved budget. To view the complete job description, please visit the Monterey County website: Health Program Coordinator THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Working Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration and program management, including program planning, implementation, and evaluation. Principles and practice of community healthcare. Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation. Skill and Ability to: Apply principles and techniques of community organization, including community awareness, resource coordination and mobilization of diverse community groups. Organize, direct and coordinate program activities. Work cooperatively with other County departments and public and private organizations. Provide excellent and courteous customer service and establish and maintain effective working relationships. Analyze problems accurately, develop recommendations and take appropriate actions to resolve them. Prepare complex and detailed written reports, procedures, and contracts. Speak effectively to diverse audiences, including professional, clinical and citizen groups. Train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff. Examples of Experience/Education/Training Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Successfully complete a background check to include fingerprinting. Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority. Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency. License as an Environmental Health Specialist by the California State Department of Health services. (Environmental Health Bureau) Current medical provider license or certification (RN, PA-C, NP, MD, DO, or Paramedic) or a license/certification retired in good standing. (Emergency Medical Services Bureau) BENEFITS: The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the Bargaining Unit F Benefit Summary Sheet . This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. NOTES: As a condition of employment, prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES Apply on-line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty by the final filing date of Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 11:59 PM (PST) or Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting: Monterey County Health Department Attn: Human Resources Division 1270 Natividad Road Salinas, CA 93906. Phone: (831) 755-4519 Fax: (831) 796-8682 The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Priscilla Herrera, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 755-4515 or herrerap1@countyofmonterey.gov . http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet Closing Date/Time: 5/12/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! There is an additional 3.35% Management Differential which is added to the posted salary for this class. This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 2/16/24, 5/17/24, 8/16/24, 11/22/24 Range A: $8,590.38 - $10,441.75/month Range B: $10,422.58 - $11,489.22/month Under direction, Senior Health Program Coordinators perform administrative and/or supervisory duties for contracted and/or county-operated health programs and services, including but not limited to staff supervision, program development and implementation, program monitoring and evaluation, and coordination of services; and to perform related duties as assigned. For some assignments, supervisory responsibilities are administrative in nature; however, some assignments include clinical supervision and may require appropriate licensure. For all positions, incumbents are expected to have clinical or professional expertise in the program area to which assigned. Current recruitment includes, but is not limited to the following position: Clinic Manager, Department of Health Services Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Theories, principles, goals and objectives of public health and primary care programs Principles, practices, funding sources, laws and regulations, and administrative requirements in the program area to which assigned Principles, practices and techniques of program planning, development and evaluation Principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and state and federal funding Principles and techniques of supervision and management Techniques of contract negotiation and monitoring Social, economic, cultural and other issues impacting program area Ability to Plan, organize, coordinate, supervise and evaluate complex program activities and diverse staff Apply principles and techniques to problems and issues Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives Analyze and evaluate data and information, and make appropriate recommendations Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups Communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing Represent the department and/or the county Maintain accurate records and files Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training and experience likely to provide the required Knowledge and Abilities for the Senior Health Program Coordinator (Range A/B) as described above. Typical ways include: Possession of a Bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in health care administration, a public health field, a health science, nursing or any nursing specialty, or in a related health field such as life sciences or physical sciences, or in a management field such as public administration or business administration; some positions may require a Master's degree. AND Two years of experience supervising and coordinating health services relevant to the program area to which assigned, equivalent and comparable to the duties of the County's Health Program Coordinator. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement 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. Some positions in these classes involve responsibility for supervision of direct patient care, and persons appointed to such positions may be required, in accordance with applicable federal and/or state regulations, to possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Registered Nurse. 2. The position designated according to State law as the Director of Public Health Nursing involves responsibility for the professional nursing component of the County's public health nursing/field services program, and the person appointed to that position must possess and maintain a current valid Registered Nurse license and must meet the current state requirements for a director of public health nursing (California Code of Regulations Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment). 3. The incumbent of the position designated as the Director of Public Health Education must hold a Master's degree with specialization in public or community health education and must meet any other state requirements for a director of health education (California Code of Regulations, Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment). 4. The position designated as the Coordinator of the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program manages and supervises the assessment and counseling of high-risk clients, and the person appointed to that position is required to possess and maintain registration with the American Dietetic Association as a Registered Dietitian. 5. The position designated as the Emergency Medical Services Program Coordinator requires possession and maintenance of an Emergency Medical Technician I or higher certificate either at the time of appointment or within one year of appointment. NOTE: Failure to obtain and/or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Commission rules. Background/Criminal History: Persons appointed to positions in these classes may be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) 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: Continuous
May 01, 2024
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! There is an additional 3.35% Management Differential which is added to the posted salary for this class. This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 2/16/24, 5/17/24, 8/16/24, 11/22/24 Range A: $8,590.38 - $10,441.75/month Range B: $10,422.58 - $11,489.22/month Under direction, Senior Health Program Coordinators perform administrative and/or supervisory duties for contracted and/or county-operated health programs and services, including but not limited to staff supervision, program development and implementation, program monitoring and evaluation, and coordination of services; and to perform related duties as assigned. For some assignments, supervisory responsibilities are administrative in nature; however, some assignments include clinical supervision and may require appropriate licensure. For all positions, incumbents are expected to have clinical or professional expertise in the program area to which assigned. Current recruitment includes, but is not limited to the following position: Clinic Manager, Department of Health Services Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Theories, principles, goals and objectives of public health and primary care programs Principles, practices, funding sources, laws and regulations, and administrative requirements in the program area to which assigned Principles, practices and techniques of program planning, development and evaluation Principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and state and federal funding Principles and techniques of supervision and management Techniques of contract negotiation and monitoring Social, economic, cultural and other issues impacting program area Ability to Plan, organize, coordinate, supervise and evaluate complex program activities and diverse staff Apply principles and techniques to problems and issues Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives Analyze and evaluate data and information, and make appropriate recommendations Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups Communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing Represent the department and/or the county Maintain accurate records and files Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training and experience likely to provide the required Knowledge and Abilities for the Senior Health Program Coordinator (Range A/B) as described above. Typical ways include: Possession of a Bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in health care administration, a public health field, a health science, nursing or any nursing specialty, or in a related health field such as life sciences or physical sciences, or in a management field such as public administration or business administration; some positions may require a Master's degree. AND Two years of experience supervising and coordinating health services relevant to the program area to which assigned, equivalent and comparable to the duties of the County's Health Program Coordinator. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement 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. Some positions in these classes involve responsibility for supervision of direct patient care, and persons appointed to such positions may be required, in accordance with applicable federal and/or state regulations, to possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Registered Nurse. 2. The position designated according to State law as the Director of Public Health Nursing involves responsibility for the professional nursing component of the County's public health nursing/field services program, and the person appointed to that position must possess and maintain a current valid Registered Nurse license and must meet the current state requirements for a director of public health nursing (California Code of Regulations Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment). 3. The incumbent of the position designated as the Director of Public Health Education must hold a Master's degree with specialization in public or community health education and must meet any other state requirements for a director of health education (California Code of Regulations, Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment). 4. The position designated as the Coordinator of the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program manages and supervises the assessment and counseling of high-risk clients, and the person appointed to that position is required to possess and maintain registration with the American Dietetic Association as a Registered Dietitian. 5. The position designated as the Emergency Medical Services Program Coordinator requires possession and maintenance of an Emergency Medical Technician I or higher certificate either at the time of appointment or within one year of appointment. NOTE: Failure to obtain and/or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Commission rules. Background/Criminal History: Persons appointed to positions in these classes may be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) 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: Continuous
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! This is a continuous filing exam with quarterly cut-offs. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 3/15/24, 6/21/24, 9/20/24, 12/20/24 Under direction, Health Program Coordinators perform administrative and/or supervisory duties for contracted and/or county-operated health programs and services, including but not limited to staff supervision, program development and implementation, program monitoring and evaluation, coordination of services, and related duties as assigned. *Current recruitment includes, but is not limited to, the following position: Health Program Coordinator Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Theories, principles, goals and objectives of public health and primary care programs Principles, practices, funding sources, laws and regulations, and administrative requirements in the program area to which assigned Principles, practices and techniques of program planning, development and evaluation Principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and state and federal funding Principles and techniques of supervision and management Techniques of contract negotiation and monitoring Social, economic, cultural and other issues impacting program area Ability to Plan, organize, coordinate, supervise and evaluate complex program activities and diverse staff Apply principles and techniques to problems and issues Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives Analyze and evaluate data and information, and make appropriate recommendations Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups Communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing Represent the department and/or the county Maintain accurate records and files Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training and experience likely to provide the required Knowledge and Abilities for these classes as described above. Typical ways include: Possession of a Bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in health care administration, a public health field, a health science, nursing or any nursing specialty, or in a related health field such as life sciences or physical sciences, or in a management field such as public administration or business administration; some positions may require a Master's degree. AND Two years of professional journey-level experience in a relevant health field, which has included coordination and/or supervision of program staff and operations. Desired Qualification Experience in a California Public Health Laboratory. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement 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. Typing Certificate requirements can be found by clicking here or by obtaining the requirements from the Employment Services Division office. Special Requirements a) Some positions in these classes involve responsibility for supervision of direct patient care, and persons appointed to such positions may be required, in accordance with applicable federal and/or state regulations, to possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Registered Nurse. b) The position designated according to State law as the Director of Public Health Nursing involves responsibility for the professional nursing component of the Countys public health nursing/field services program, and the person appointed to that position must possess and maintain a current valid Registered Nurse license and must meet the current state requirements for a director of public health nursing (California Code of Regulations Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment). c) The incumbent of the position designated as the Director of Public Health Education must hold a Masters degree with specialization in public or community health education and must meet any other state requirements for a director of health education (California Code of Regulations, Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment). d) The position designated as the Coordinator of the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program manages and supervises the assessment and counseling of high-risk clients, and the person appointed to that position is required to possess and maintain registration with the American Dietetic Association as a Registered Dietitian. e) The position designated as the Emergency Medical Services Program Coordinator requires possession and maintenance of an Emergency Medical Technician I or higher certificate either at the time of appointment or within one year of appointment. NOTE: Failure to obtain and/or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Commission rules. Background/Criminal History: Persons appointed to positions in these classes may be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) 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: Continuous
May 01, 2024
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! This is a continuous filing exam with quarterly cut-offs. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 3/15/24, 6/21/24, 9/20/24, 12/20/24 Under direction, Health Program Coordinators perform administrative and/or supervisory duties for contracted and/or county-operated health programs and services, including but not limited to staff supervision, program development and implementation, program monitoring and evaluation, coordination of services, and related duties as assigned. *Current recruitment includes, but is not limited to, the following position: Health Program Coordinator Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Theories, principles, goals and objectives of public health and primary care programs Principles, practices, funding sources, laws and regulations, and administrative requirements in the program area to which assigned Principles, practices and techniques of program planning, development and evaluation Principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and state and federal funding Principles and techniques of supervision and management Techniques of contract negotiation and monitoring Social, economic, cultural and other issues impacting program area Ability to Plan, organize, coordinate, supervise and evaluate complex program activities and diverse staff Apply principles and techniques to problems and issues Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives Analyze and evaluate data and information, and make appropriate recommendations Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups Communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing Represent the department and/or the county Maintain accurate records and files Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training and experience likely to provide the required Knowledge and Abilities for these classes as described above. Typical ways include: Possession of a Bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in health care administration, a public health field, a health science, nursing or any nursing specialty, or in a related health field such as life sciences or physical sciences, or in a management field such as public administration or business administration; some positions may require a Master's degree. AND Two years of professional journey-level experience in a relevant health field, which has included coordination and/or supervision of program staff and operations. Desired Qualification Experience in a California Public Health Laboratory. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement 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. Typing Certificate requirements can be found by clicking here or by obtaining the requirements from the Employment Services Division office. Special Requirements a) Some positions in these classes involve responsibility for supervision of direct patient care, and persons appointed to such positions may be required, in accordance with applicable federal and/or state regulations, to possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Registered Nurse. b) The position designated according to State law as the Director of Public Health Nursing involves responsibility for the professional nursing component of the Countys public health nursing/field services program, and the person appointed to that position must possess and maintain a current valid Registered Nurse license and must meet the current state requirements for a director of public health nursing (California Code of Regulations Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment). c) The incumbent of the position designated as the Director of Public Health Education must hold a Masters degree with specialization in public or community health education and must meet any other state requirements for a director of health education (California Code of Regulations, Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment). d) The position designated as the Coordinator of the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program manages and supervises the assessment and counseling of high-risk clients, and the person appointed to that position is required to possess and maintain registration with the American Dietetic Association as a Registered Dietitian. e) The position designated as the Emergency Medical Services Program Coordinator requires possession and maintenance of an Emergency Medical Technician I or higher certificate either at the time of appointment or within one year of appointment. NOTE: Failure to obtain and/or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Commission rules. Background/Criminal History: Persons appointed to positions in these classes may be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) 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: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: Y1515H Open Competitive Job Opportunity First Day of Filing: February 29, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until needs of the department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Conducts a wide range of studies and analyses of disaster services and emergency preparedness programs and plans. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes, reviews, and prioritizes program objectives to support disaster preparedness in the medical and health sectors of Los Angeles County. Works independently with minimal oversight on assignments and projects. Assists in identifying and analyzing problems and complaints relating to disaster and emergency systems and recommends solutions to maximize effectiveness and efficiency. Analyzes and interprets legislative proposals relating to emergency/disaster management systems and recommends amendments as needed. Provides assistance to County departments on the development, coordination, and evaluation of building and facility evacuation and training programs. Prepares and maintains emergency/disaster procedures manuals and assists in preparing educational materials and programs. Gathers data needed to respond to correspondence or prepares reports requiring specialized knowledge of the County emergency/disaster and disaster services system. Supervises a work unit of program specialists responsible for ongoing emergency/disaster preparedness programs and planning in a large County department as needed. Leads or assists with the design and evaluation of emergency management drills and exercises as needed. Collaborates with partners from other County agencies, other Counties, State, Federal and non-governmental entities as needed. Coordinates, schedules, and convenes various meetings necessary to achieve program goals. Maintains and monitors various program metrics and provides guidance as needed to ensure program compliance. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Three (3) years of highly responsible administrative* or staff** experience dealing with the data collection, analysis, and evaluation of organizations, system and procedures, or programs. One (1) year of the required experience must have been in a disaster or emergency services program***. *Administrative Capacity in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Experience at the level of independent responsibility for assignments of complex difficulty analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, budget, personnel information services, programs, facilities planning, materials management, and general management. Job duty examples for complex difficulty include but are not limited to: Conducts comprehensive risk assessments and evaluation of vulnerabilities and capabilities. Develop and/or analyze emergency response plans, policies and procedures. Collaborate with stakeholders from multiple sectors across local, county, state, or federal level to coordinate disaster preparedness activities, including training exercises, functional or large-scale drills, and tabletop exercises. Provide support, expertise and guidance to stakeholders on best practices for disaster preparedness, response and recovery in a real incident. Participate in the development of comprehensive contract agreements that provide clear guidelines and expectations to awardees to ensure grant funds are used to promote their disaster preparedness. Develop and maintain a compliance program that includes tracking, monitoring, and auditing assets and program deliverables to ensure fiduciary responsibility. **Staff Capacity in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: work performed to assist and support administration by doing research, analysis, and making recommendations to the line managers on matters such as: utilization of personnel, allocation of funds, workload and workload fluctuations, and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. ***Examples include but are not limited to managing disaster programs such as the Hospital Preparedness Program, Medical and Health Operational Area Program, Regional Disaster and Medical Health Program, Homeland Security Grant Programs, Department Emergency Coordination Programs, and city, county or state offices of emergency management. No Out-of-Class experience will be accepted for this examination. Withholds are not allowed. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative form of transportation to perform the job-related essential functions of the position. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants that possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience in excess of the Selection Requirements in a Disaster or Emergency Services Program Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Emergency Management, Homeland Security or Disaster Management Certificate of completion in the following courses: ICS-300 - Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents ICS-400 - Advanced Incident Command System SEMS G606: Standardized Emergency Management System Introduction Homeland Security Exercises and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Training Course SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. In order to receive credit for education/trainings/coursework, you MUST include a legible photocopy of your official degree, official transcripts, official letter, and/or training certificate(s) which shows the area of specialization with your online application, at the time of filing . If you are unable to attach required/supporting documents during the application submission, you may email the documents to Tanisha Buggs at tbuggs@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your online application or you will not receive credit. Please include your name (as it appears on your online application), the exam title and exam number in the email message. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of your ex perience, education, and desirable qualifications based on your application information weighted 100% . Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift , including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services (DHS) throughout Los Angeles County as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. TESTING ACCOMMODATION COORDINATOR CONTACT: If you need accommodation to take the assessment, let us know by contacting the ADA/Testing Coordinator at (323) 914-7111. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Tanisha Buggs, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 tbuggs@dhs.lacounty.gov CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: Y1515H Open Competitive Job Opportunity First Day of Filing: February 29, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until needs of the department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Conducts a wide range of studies and analyses of disaster services and emergency preparedness programs and plans. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes, reviews, and prioritizes program objectives to support disaster preparedness in the medical and health sectors of Los Angeles County. Works independently with minimal oversight on assignments and projects. Assists in identifying and analyzing problems and complaints relating to disaster and emergency systems and recommends solutions to maximize effectiveness and efficiency. Analyzes and interprets legislative proposals relating to emergency/disaster management systems and recommends amendments as needed. Provides assistance to County departments on the development, coordination, and evaluation of building and facility evacuation and training programs. Prepares and maintains emergency/disaster procedures manuals and assists in preparing educational materials and programs. Gathers data needed to respond to correspondence or prepares reports requiring specialized knowledge of the County emergency/disaster and disaster services system. Supervises a work unit of program specialists responsible for ongoing emergency/disaster preparedness programs and planning in a large County department as needed. Leads or assists with the design and evaluation of emergency management drills and exercises as needed. Collaborates with partners from other County agencies, other Counties, State, Federal and non-governmental entities as needed. Coordinates, schedules, and convenes various meetings necessary to achieve program goals. Maintains and monitors various program metrics and provides guidance as needed to ensure program compliance. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Three (3) years of highly responsible administrative* or staff** experience dealing with the data collection, analysis, and evaluation of organizations, system and procedures, or programs. One (1) year of the required experience must have been in a disaster or emergency services program***. *Administrative Capacity in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Experience at the level of independent responsibility for assignments of complex difficulty analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, budget, personnel information services, programs, facilities planning, materials management, and general management. Job duty examples for complex difficulty include but are not limited to: Conducts comprehensive risk assessments and evaluation of vulnerabilities and capabilities. Develop and/or analyze emergency response plans, policies and procedures. Collaborate with stakeholders from multiple sectors across local, county, state, or federal level to coordinate disaster preparedness activities, including training exercises, functional or large-scale drills, and tabletop exercises. Provide support, expertise and guidance to stakeholders on best practices for disaster preparedness, response and recovery in a real incident. Participate in the development of comprehensive contract agreements that provide clear guidelines and expectations to awardees to ensure grant funds are used to promote their disaster preparedness. Develop and maintain a compliance program that includes tracking, monitoring, and auditing assets and program deliverables to ensure fiduciary responsibility. **Staff Capacity in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: work performed to assist and support administration by doing research, analysis, and making recommendations to the line managers on matters such as: utilization of personnel, allocation of funds, workload and workload fluctuations, and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. ***Examples include but are not limited to managing disaster programs such as the Hospital Preparedness Program, Medical and Health Operational Area Program, Regional Disaster and Medical Health Program, Homeland Security Grant Programs, Department Emergency Coordination Programs, and city, county or state offices of emergency management. No Out-of-Class experience will be accepted for this examination. Withholds are not allowed. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative form of transportation to perform the job-related essential functions of the position. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants that possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience in excess of the Selection Requirements in a Disaster or Emergency Services Program Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Emergency Management, Homeland Security or Disaster Management Certificate of completion in the following courses: ICS-300 - Intermediate Incident Command System for Expanding Incidents ICS-400 - Advanced Incident Command System SEMS G606: Standardized Emergency Management System Introduction Homeland Security Exercises and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Training Course SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. In order to receive credit for education/trainings/coursework, you MUST include a legible photocopy of your official degree, official transcripts, official letter, and/or training certificate(s) which shows the area of specialization with your online application, at the time of filing . If you are unable to attach required/supporting documents during the application submission, you may email the documents to Tanisha Buggs at tbuggs@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing your online application or you will not receive credit. Please include your name (as it appears on your online application), the exam title and exam number in the email message. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of your ex perience, education, and desirable qualifications based on your application information weighted 100% . Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift , including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services (DHS) throughout Los Angeles County as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: How to Apply Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. TESTING ACCOMMODATION COORDINATOR CONTACT: If you need accommodation to take the assessment, let us know by contacting the ADA/Testing Coordinator at (323) 914-7111. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Tanisha Buggs, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 tbuggs@dhs.lacounty.gov CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE : (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5606I FILING START DATE December 21, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. (PDT) THIS EXAMINATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOST TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD, ADD INFORMATION ON LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES (DHS), THE DHS MISSION, AND THE FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Assists in the examination, treatment and care of patients in a hospital emergency department, under the supervision of a physician. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work under the technical guidance of a physician and work as a member of an emergency medical team assisting physicians, nurses and physician assistants by providing basic technical supportive services to patient care in an emergency department. These positions are characterized by the performance of patient care services that do not require diagnosis, treatment, or tasks that are invasive or that require a medical evaluation or assessment. Incumbents work in accordance with standardized procedures and scope of practice and training protocols established by the Department of Emergency Medicine. We are looking for an individual who is: A licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or U.S. Military Medical Corpsman with experience providing emergency medical care. Motivated and eager to assist medical and nursing staff in a dynamic environment Able to prioritize, multitask and quickly adapt to changes in work flow Knowledgeable in use of medical equipment and technology used in emergency medical care. Able to perform work with integrity while demonstrating respect, compassion and regard for patients, visitors, and coworkers to ensure a professional and courteous environment. A team-player with a positive attitude and effective interpersonal and organizational skills Willing to work with a variety of patients (i.e., psychiatric, substance-use disorders, homeless, inmates, etc.) Essential Job Functions Serves as a member of the Department of Emergency Medicine's emergency response teams, including Code Green, Code Triage, Disaster, Decon, and Lift Teams. Assists nursing staff with patient triage, including taking vital and orthostatic vital signs, and with patient flow, patient transport and other supportive services. Assists physicians with procedures such as lumbar puncture or thoracentesis by preparing the room and patient for the procedure. Splints sprains; removes casts and other external devices from patients. Performs venipuncture on patients for laboratory tests and cultures. Prepares patients for examinations, including positioning, draping, disinfecting treatment sites and passing instruments; cleaning, irrigating and debriding wounds and burns; applying and/or removing dressings and bandages; collecting urine and other specimens, and preserving them for laboratory testing; taking cardiac electro-diagram tracings. Conducts daily inspections of all equipment used in the emergency treatment areas to ensure proper functioning and availability, and assist in the initial cleaning of equipment prior to transport to central services for sterilization. Stocks and prepares examination rooms and treatment areas, including ensuring adequate levels of supplies, cleaning instruments, changing linen, exchanging solutions and maintaining cleanliness. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Option I: One (1) year of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician in a hospital emergency department or pre-hospital care setting* within the last three (3) years and a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification issued by one of the approved California Certifying agencies listed at https://emsa.ca.gov/local-ems-agencies/ Option II: One (1) year of experience in the provision of emergency medical care as a medical corpsman in a military setting or acute care hospital within the last three (3) years and Certificate of completion of a U.S. Military Medical Corpsman Training Program**. CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: A valid and current certificate to practice as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT1) issued by the California Department of Public Health is required within six (6) months from the time of appointment and as a condition of completing probation). A current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider (CPR & AED) certification from the American Heart Association.*** A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. Please ensure the Certificates and Licenses Section is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s) and/or certificate(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for each license and/or certificate as specified in the Selection Requirements. PHYSICAL CLASS: III - Moderate: T his job requires moderate physical effort which may include standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : * Pre-hospital care setting is defined as: any setting where medical care is given by a licensed EMT to an ill or injured patient before the patient reaches the hospital emergency department. ** If qualifying under Option II, Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their Certificate of Completion of a U.S. Military Corpsman Training Program to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of certification will be rejected. *** Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their BLS certification from the American Heart Association to their application at the time of filing or email a copy to the exam analyst, Luz Pascual at lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. No withhold or out-of-class experience will be accepted for this examination. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements at the time of filing. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualification: Additional experience, within the last three (3) years, in excess of the Selection Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete for this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only at www.governmentjobs.com/career/lacounty. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. You may be required to verify your email address when logging in to the GovernmentJobs portal of the County's employment website. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com.careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Do not group your experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that All information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . We may reject your application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment is made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION OR RESCISSION OF APPOINMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three elements: ACTION you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that action, and the BENEFIT that was realized from your action. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst at Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include your full name (as it appears on your online application), the exam number, and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal Law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-6365 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Luz Pascual, Exam Analyst E-mail: Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov HR ESC Phone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5606I FILING START DATE December 21, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. (PDT) THIS EXAMINATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSURE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOST TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD, ADD INFORMATION ON LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES (DHS), THE DHS MISSION, AND THE FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Assists in the examination, treatment and care of patients in a hospital emergency department, under the supervision of a physician. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work under the technical guidance of a physician and work as a member of an emergency medical team assisting physicians, nurses and physician assistants by providing basic technical supportive services to patient care in an emergency department. These positions are characterized by the performance of patient care services that do not require diagnosis, treatment, or tasks that are invasive or that require a medical evaluation or assessment. Incumbents work in accordance with standardized procedures and scope of practice and training protocols established by the Department of Emergency Medicine. We are looking for an individual who is: A licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or U.S. Military Medical Corpsman with experience providing emergency medical care. Motivated and eager to assist medical and nursing staff in a dynamic environment Able to prioritize, multitask and quickly adapt to changes in work flow Knowledgeable in use of medical equipment and technology used in emergency medical care. Able to perform work with integrity while demonstrating respect, compassion and regard for patients, visitors, and coworkers to ensure a professional and courteous environment. A team-player with a positive attitude and effective interpersonal and organizational skills Willing to work with a variety of patients (i.e., psychiatric, substance-use disorders, homeless, inmates, etc.) Essential Job Functions Serves as a member of the Department of Emergency Medicine's emergency response teams, including Code Green, Code Triage, Disaster, Decon, and Lift Teams. Assists nursing staff with patient triage, including taking vital and orthostatic vital signs, and with patient flow, patient transport and other supportive services. Assists physicians with procedures such as lumbar puncture or thoracentesis by preparing the room and patient for the procedure. Splints sprains; removes casts and other external devices from patients. Performs venipuncture on patients for laboratory tests and cultures. Prepares patients for examinations, including positioning, draping, disinfecting treatment sites and passing instruments; cleaning, irrigating and debriding wounds and burns; applying and/or removing dressings and bandages; collecting urine and other specimens, and preserving them for laboratory testing; taking cardiac electro-diagram tracings. Conducts daily inspections of all equipment used in the emergency treatment areas to ensure proper functioning and availability, and assist in the initial cleaning of equipment prior to transport to central services for sterilization. Stocks and prepares examination rooms and treatment areas, including ensuring adequate levels of supplies, cleaning instruments, changing linen, exchanging solutions and maintaining cleanliness. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Option I: One (1) year of experience as an Emergency Medical Technician in a hospital emergency department or pre-hospital care setting* within the last three (3) years and a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification issued by one of the approved California Certifying agencies listed at https://emsa.ca.gov/local-ems-agencies/ Option II: One (1) year of experience in the provision of emergency medical care as a medical corpsman in a military setting or acute care hospital within the last three (3) years and Certificate of completion of a U.S. Military Medical Corpsman Training Program**. CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: A valid and current certificate to practice as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CPT1) issued by the California Department of Public Health is required within six (6) months from the time of appointment and as a condition of completing probation). A current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider (CPR & AED) certification from the American Heart Association.*** A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. Please ensure the Certificates and Licenses Section is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s) and/or certificate(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for each license and/or certificate as specified in the Selection Requirements. PHYSICAL CLASS: III - Moderate: T his job requires moderate physical effort which may include standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : * Pre-hospital care setting is defined as: any setting where medical care is given by a licensed EMT to an ill or injured patient before the patient reaches the hospital emergency department. ** If qualifying under Option II, Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their Certificate of Completion of a U.S. Military Corpsman Training Program to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of certification will be rejected. *** Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their BLS certification from the American Heart Association to their application at the time of filing or email a copy to the exam analyst, Luz Pascual at lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. No withhold or out-of-class experience will be accepted for this examination. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements at the time of filing. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualification: Additional experience, within the last three (3) years, in excess of the Selection Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete for this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. APPLICATION FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only at www.governmentjobs.com/career/lacounty. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. You may be required to verify your email address when logging in to the GovernmentJobs portal of the County's employment website. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com.careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Do not group your experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that All information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION . We may reject your application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment is made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION OR RESCISSION OF APPOINMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. It is recommended that you provide your work experience using statements that provide the following three elements: ACTION you took, the CONTEXT in which you took that action, and the BENEFIT that was realized from your action. Include specific reference to the impact you made in the positions you have held. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst at Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include your full name (as it appears on your online application), the exam number, and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal Law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-6365 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Luz Pascual, Exam Analyst E-mail: Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov HR ESC Phone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
Introduction This examination is being given to fill one vacancy in the Emergency Medical Services Department and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. INCENTIVES for HARD to RECRUIT/Retention The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: • Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. • Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. • New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Plans, coordinates, and implements the County’s trauma care system and other critical care systems; evaluates trauma/specialty care performance and makes recommendations to the Emergency Medical Services Administrator. Develops, organizes, implements, reviews and maintains trauma and specialty care quality improvement program functions and activities; identifies trends for improvement; prepares statistical indicators, narrative reports and collateral. Monitors trauma and specialty care center contracts for compliance; conducts audits and site visits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and policies; assists with investigations of emergency medical services personnel and the disciplinary review process pursuant to state guidelines and regulations; makes recommendations for disciplinary actions. Compiles, analyzes, and prepares a variety of statistical and analytical documents and reports to meet standards and compliance; maintains the EMS Agency’s central trauma registry; evaluates documents and forms to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures and to determine quality of patient care; maintains data and records. Participates in development and implementation of policies, procedures and treatment guidelines for the County pre-hospital and trauma care systems and for other Agency plans; researches and analyzes laws, policies, and relevant regulatory requirements; develops policy statements for approval. Designs and conducts training for the system participants and the public; facilitates the coordination of injury prevention programs. Acts as a liaison with agencies related to trauma and specialty care; leads the trauma audit committee and serves on various committees as assigned; speaks before groups; may disseminate information on Emergency Medical Service programs to the public. May design grant projects; prepare grant proposals and implement and monitor grant projects; may assist with drafting contracts. Assists other Emergency Medical Services staff during disaster and multi-casualty incidents, as required. Performs related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in nursing or health services administration or a closely related field. Experience : Three years of experience in the delivery of emergency medicine, intensive care, or prehospital care; preferably in a designated trauma center or critical care transport environment. Substitution: Graduation from an accredited two-year college with 2 years of direct experience administering or managing: 1) a trauma program for a local EMS agency or; 2) a trauma service, or emergency department, or intensive care service in a designated trauma center may substitute for graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in nursing or health services administration or a closely related field. Certification: Possession of certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required. Certification as Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN), or Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) is desirable. Licenses : Possession of a valid California registered nursing license and driver’s license. KNOWLEDGE Theory, techniques, and practices of emergency medical and trauma care; developments in patient care; principles and practices of emergency medical services quality improvement programs; principles of planning and management of emergency medical services; principles and practices of applicable laws, rules and regulations for emergency medical services; methods of research and statistical gathering, analysis and presentation; basic computer operations, including software pertinent to statistical analysis and data collection; principles and practices of developing, writing and negotiating contracts and grants; basic principles of record keeping. ABILITY Plan, coordinate and implement quality improvement and trauma systems; plan, organize and conduct training and other programs; develop basic teaching plans; interpret, explain and apply complex rules and regulations, policies, and contract provisions; conduct regulatory audits and prepare analysis of findings; make effective presentations to individuals and groups; write contracts and grants; prepare complex reports and statistical data; utilize computers and office automation equipment; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of agencies, organizations, and individuals; perform public speaking. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting for long periods; occasional standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, driving; Lifting -Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual -Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; read computer screens; frequent color perception and eye/hand coordination; occasional depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity -Occasional holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; Emotional/Psychological -Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact/speaking; occasional travel; Special requirements: may require working weekends/nights/overtime; working alone; Environment -May require working in cold, heat, rain; poor ventilation; occasional noise. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides full-time employees and part-time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premiums. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 15 days each year up to 10 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Accrual rate is prorated for part-time employees eligible for benefits. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Educational Leave : Each fiscal year, department heads grant 40 hours to full-time employees or 24 hours to part-time employees eligible for benefits of educational leave that are not carried beyond the end of the fiscal year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range (1840 hours for part-time employees), they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Standby Pay : Employees designated by appointing authority to be in standby status is compensated at 33.33% of their regular hourly rate. Educational Supplement: Any bargaining unit nurse who meets at least one of the following criteria will receive an Educational Supplement equal to 5% of their base salary: For those classifications that require an Associate's Degree of Nursing, the nurse has a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. (Nurses who work in Mental Health may substitute a Bachelor's Degree in Pyschology or Social Worker for a degree in Nursing.) For those classifications that require a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, the nurse has a Master's of Science in Nursing. Possess National or approved International certification in the specialty area in which the nurse currently is assigned. Possess CCRN Certification and active ACLS Certificate. Provide proof of completion of a critical care class and active ACLS Certificate. License/Certificate Fees : The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the CNA MOU for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at San Joaquin County General Hospital at no cost to the employee. Job Sharing : Any regular, permanent full-time employee may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program. Eligible employees (civil service and part-time eligible for benefits) may be reimbursed for career-related course work taken on the employee’s own time up to $850 per fiscal year; an employee enrolled in an approved degree program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 23, 2024
Full Time
Introduction This examination is being given to fill one vacancy in the Emergency Medical Services Department and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. INCENTIVES for HARD to RECRUIT/Retention The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: • Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. • Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. • New Hire Retention Bonus: $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Plans, coordinates, and implements the County’s trauma care system and other critical care systems; evaluates trauma/specialty care performance and makes recommendations to the Emergency Medical Services Administrator. Develops, organizes, implements, reviews and maintains trauma and specialty care quality improvement program functions and activities; identifies trends for improvement; prepares statistical indicators, narrative reports and collateral. Monitors trauma and specialty care center contracts for compliance; conducts audits and site visits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and policies; assists with investigations of emergency medical services personnel and the disciplinary review process pursuant to state guidelines and regulations; makes recommendations for disciplinary actions. Compiles, analyzes, and prepares a variety of statistical and analytical documents and reports to meet standards and compliance; maintains the EMS Agency’s central trauma registry; evaluates documents and forms to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures and to determine quality of patient care; maintains data and records. Participates in development and implementation of policies, procedures and treatment guidelines for the County pre-hospital and trauma care systems and for other Agency plans; researches and analyzes laws, policies, and relevant regulatory requirements; develops policy statements for approval. Designs and conducts training for the system participants and the public; facilitates the coordination of injury prevention programs. Acts as a liaison with agencies related to trauma and specialty care; leads the trauma audit committee and serves on various committees as assigned; speaks before groups; may disseminate information on Emergency Medical Service programs to the public. May design grant projects; prepare grant proposals and implement and monitor grant projects; may assist with drafting contracts. Assists other Emergency Medical Services staff during disaster and multi-casualty incidents, as required. Performs related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in nursing or health services administration or a closely related field. Experience : Three years of experience in the delivery of emergency medicine, intensive care, or prehospital care; preferably in a designated trauma center or critical care transport environment. Substitution: Graduation from an accredited two-year college with 2 years of direct experience administering or managing: 1) a trauma program for a local EMS agency or; 2) a trauma service, or emergency department, or intensive care service in a designated trauma center may substitute for graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in nursing or health services administration or a closely related field. Certification: Possession of certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required. Certification as Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN), or Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) is desirable. Licenses : Possession of a valid California registered nursing license and driver’s license. KNOWLEDGE Theory, techniques, and practices of emergency medical and trauma care; developments in patient care; principles and practices of emergency medical services quality improvement programs; principles of planning and management of emergency medical services; principles and practices of applicable laws, rules and regulations for emergency medical services; methods of research and statistical gathering, analysis and presentation; basic computer operations, including software pertinent to statistical analysis and data collection; principles and practices of developing, writing and negotiating contracts and grants; basic principles of record keeping. ABILITY Plan, coordinate and implement quality improvement and trauma systems; plan, organize and conduct training and other programs; develop basic teaching plans; interpret, explain and apply complex rules and regulations, policies, and contract provisions; conduct regulatory audits and prepare analysis of findings; make effective presentations to individuals and groups; write contracts and grants; prepare complex reports and statistical data; utilize computers and office automation equipment; express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of agencies, organizations, and individuals; perform public speaking. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of a data entry device; repetitive motion; sitting for long periods; occasional standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, driving; Lifting -Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual -Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; read computer screens; frequent color perception and eye/hand coordination; occasional depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity -Occasional holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; Emotional/Psychological -Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact/speaking; occasional travel; Special requirements: may require working weekends/nights/overtime; working alone; Environment -May require working in cold, heat, rain; poor ventilation; occasional noise. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides full-time employees and part-time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premiums. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 15 days each year up to 10 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Accrual rate is prorated for part-time employees eligible for benefits. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Educational Leave : Each fiscal year, department heads grant 40 hours to full-time employees or 24 hours to part-time employees eligible for benefits of educational leave that are not carried beyond the end of the fiscal year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range (1840 hours for part-time employees), they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Standby Pay : Employees designated by appointing authority to be in standby status is compensated at 33.33% of their regular hourly rate. Educational Supplement: Any bargaining unit nurse who meets at least one of the following criteria will receive an Educational Supplement equal to 5% of their base salary: For those classifications that require an Associate's Degree of Nursing, the nurse has a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. (Nurses who work in Mental Health may substitute a Bachelor's Degree in Pyschology or Social Worker for a degree in Nursing.) For those classifications that require a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, the nurse has a Master's of Science in Nursing. Possess National or approved International certification in the specialty area in which the nurse currently is assigned. Possess CCRN Certification and active ACLS Certificate. Provide proof of completion of a critical care class and active ACLS Certificate. License/Certificate Fees : The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the CNA MOU for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at San Joaquin County General Hospital at no cost to the employee. Job Sharing : Any regular, permanent full-time employee may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program. Eligible employees (civil service and part-time eligible for benefits) may be reimbursed for career-related course work taken on the employee’s own time up to $850 per fiscal year; an employee enrolled in an approved degree program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Orange County, CA
Orange County, California, United States
CAREER DESCRIPTION EMERGENCY RADIO COORDINATOR (COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR II) The working title of this classification was updated on 7.27.22 In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. This recruitment is open to the public and is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Emergency Radio Coordinator (Communications Coordinator II) vacancies within the Sheriff-Coroner Department. This recruitment may also be used to fill position in similar and/or lower level classifications. Applications will be accepted on Thursday, March 21, 2024 on a continuous basis until the needs of the department are met and may close as early as 11:59 p.m. (PST), on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 . THE DEPARTMENT The Orange County Sheriff’s Department is among the largest in the nation, providing exemplary law enforcement services focused on a collaborative, dedicated and innovative approach to public safety. The more than 3,800 sworn and professional staff, along with more than 800 reserve personnel, are committed to serving the needs of Orange County by embodying the Sheriff’s Department core values: Integrity without Compromise Service Before Self Professionalism in the Performance of Duty Vigilance in Safeguarding our Community The Department consists of six organizational Commands comprised of 23 Divisions. Together, these Commands and Divisions provide services including land, air and sea-based patrol, custody operations, investigative services, emergency management, coroner services, forensics and specialty operations, among an extensive list of other public safety services. THE DIVISION Control One is an integral part of the Emergency Communications Bureau and is the only county-wide interoperable communications center in California. In fact, Control One is the central point of contact for mutual aid and interoperable communications between all law enforcement, fire, public works, and lifeguard agencies in addition to state and federal agencies in Orange County using dedicated radio, landline, microwave, and satellite communications systems. Personnel are responsible for providing criminal justice database information, warrants, family court orders, weapon registration, and driver's license checks for all law enforcement agencies via the Purple radio channel. The Paramedic Desk (OCC) utilizes radio and the ReddiNet/HEAR system to determine hospital availability for mass casualty incidents and day-to-day patient intake for fire and EMS (Emergency Medical Services) partners. Red Channel is responsible for coordinating both emergency and non-emergency county-wide radio traffic and broadcasts is a unique radio channel exclusive to all Orange County law enforcement agencies. Control One is the central point-of-contact off alert notifications for Orange County. GENERAL DUTIES Under general supervision, Emergency Radio Coordinator (Communications Coordinators II) operates radio communications consoles at the 24-hour Sheriff's Communication Center, as well as other tasks as required. Incumbents coordinate radio communications for public safety activities in Orange County. This includes communications involving the field activities of city police, communications between paramedic teams and hospitals, and other general County government activities. Law Enforcement communications and paramedic communications are coordinated at different radio consoles. All consoles require a great degree of independence, multitasking, and verbal communication skills. Example of Duties: Incumbents will use the OCATS system to connect to the statewide CLETS and nationwide NLETS and NCIC criminal justice databases to run vehicles, subjects, and property. Such information may include: Driver license records Warrant checks Stolen property Firearms The Emergency Radio Coordinator (Communications Coordinator II) will monitor and coordinate over various mutual aid radio channels. Such channels include: Purple Talk group Red (Emergency) Talk group CALAW8 TAN Call Talk group Other public works, law enforcement, fire, and hospital channels considering location and other factors. Using the Orange County EMS ReddiNet/HEAR Systems Coordinate and broadcast "SIGALERT" traffic advisories Amber Alerts Emergency and general broadcasts vehicle pursuits and tracking systems Assist in contacting various county, state, and federal agencies, after regular business hours and on weekends Broadcast emergency alerts via the AlertOC platform, including Wireless Emergency Alerts and Emergency Alert System Broadcasts MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications and example of duties for the Emergency Radio Coordinator (Communications Coordinator II) position. General knowledge of: The cities , freeways, highways, main streets, major buildings , and geography of Orange County and neighboring counties The techniques, procedures, and methods used in the operations of a public safety communications center The kinds of information obtainable from local, state, and national criminal justice databases Ability to: Operate a variety of communications equipment including multiple channel radio consoles, handheld radios, and computers React quickly, efficiently, and calmly in an emergency situation and to adopt an effective course of action in a high stress environment Follow written and oral instructions, learn and apply applicable rules, regulations, and procedures Speak clearly and distinctly in English Prepare records and perform simple typing Use a County-Approved means of transportation DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Experience or training as an emergency communications operator, dispatcher or similar position Experience in the use of computers and various software programs Comfortable broadcasting over radio Able to multi-task in demanding environment while maintaining composure Be available for mandatory shifts per the needs of the department SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS No significant hearing impairment in either ear. License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher is required by date of appointment. Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any form of probation and must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner. Background screening includes completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts). Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S). PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities that are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed for any questions or request an accommodation during the testing/selection process. Physical Requirements: Incumbents must have vision sufficient to read standard text, fine print, various handwritings and view a computer monitor; no significant hearing impairment in either ear, speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the phone; independent body mobility sufficient to sit, stoop, bend and stand routinely to perform daily tasks; ability to sit for prolonged periods of time; manual dexterity to use hands, arms and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and use other office equipment. Environmental Conditions: Incumbents must have the ability to work in a confined office environment with changing priorities, deadlines and multiple assignments concurrently; deal with emotional and/or hostile public on a daily basis and remain calm at the same time; and work rotating shifts, weekends and holidays. Human Resources | Minimum Qualifications The Orange County Sheriff's Human Resources screens all applications to identify the most qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the Department. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. SELECTION PROCEDURES Applications must emphasize all the areas in which the applicant has expertise and accomplishments in the specific competencies related to the position, as applications will be screened to identify the most qualified candidates. Interactive Computer 90-minute Exam (Referred/Non-Referred):The exam consists of job-related questions. This is a standardized exam and there are no study guides available. Candidates need a passing score on this examination in order to continue in the selection process. Only the most successful candidates will be referred to the next step. The exam will include the following: Decision Making Data Entry Call Summarization Cross Referencing Memory Recall-Numeric Prioritizing Map Reading Spelling Oral Interview (Weighted 100%): Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidates' qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ELIGIBLE LIST After all procedures have been completed, the Sheriff's Human Resources will establish an eligible list of qualified candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. As part of the selection interview candidates will be referred to a Sit-Along. Candidates will have the opportunity to observe Emergency Radio Coordinators (Communications Coordinator II) as they perform their duties at the Purple Channel, Red Channel, and Paramedic consoles. Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP) The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. HOW TO APPLY Only on-line applications will be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of on-line applications. Application information must be current, succinct and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Your application should demonstrate your professional experience and education related to the specific qualifications/duties listed in this bulletin, including the areas in which you have developed expertise. Please print a copy of your confirmation page for your records. Click here for tips to complete your application. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. QUESTIONS: For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Eugenia Vasquez-Puentes at 714-834-5838 or mvasquez-puentes@OCSheriff.gov. For other recruitment information, please contact Sheriff Recruiting at 714-834-5811. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Non-Management Benefits In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 22, 2024
Full Time
CAREER DESCRIPTION EMERGENCY RADIO COORDINATOR (COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR II) The working title of this classification was updated on 7.27.22 In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. This recruitment is open to the public and is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Emergency Radio Coordinator (Communications Coordinator II) vacancies within the Sheriff-Coroner Department. This recruitment may also be used to fill position in similar and/or lower level classifications. Applications will be accepted on Thursday, March 21, 2024 on a continuous basis until the needs of the department are met and may close as early as 11:59 p.m. (PST), on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 . THE DEPARTMENT The Orange County Sheriff’s Department is among the largest in the nation, providing exemplary law enforcement services focused on a collaborative, dedicated and innovative approach to public safety. The more than 3,800 sworn and professional staff, along with more than 800 reserve personnel, are committed to serving the needs of Orange County by embodying the Sheriff’s Department core values: Integrity without Compromise Service Before Self Professionalism in the Performance of Duty Vigilance in Safeguarding our Community The Department consists of six organizational Commands comprised of 23 Divisions. Together, these Commands and Divisions provide services including land, air and sea-based patrol, custody operations, investigative services, emergency management, coroner services, forensics and specialty operations, among an extensive list of other public safety services. THE DIVISION Control One is an integral part of the Emergency Communications Bureau and is the only county-wide interoperable communications center in California. In fact, Control One is the central point of contact for mutual aid and interoperable communications between all law enforcement, fire, public works, and lifeguard agencies in addition to state and federal agencies in Orange County using dedicated radio, landline, microwave, and satellite communications systems. Personnel are responsible for providing criminal justice database information, warrants, family court orders, weapon registration, and driver's license checks for all law enforcement agencies via the Purple radio channel. The Paramedic Desk (OCC) utilizes radio and the ReddiNet/HEAR system to determine hospital availability for mass casualty incidents and day-to-day patient intake for fire and EMS (Emergency Medical Services) partners. Red Channel is responsible for coordinating both emergency and non-emergency county-wide radio traffic and broadcasts is a unique radio channel exclusive to all Orange County law enforcement agencies. Control One is the central point-of-contact off alert notifications for Orange County. GENERAL DUTIES Under general supervision, Emergency Radio Coordinator (Communications Coordinators II) operates radio communications consoles at the 24-hour Sheriff's Communication Center, as well as other tasks as required. Incumbents coordinate radio communications for public safety activities in Orange County. This includes communications involving the field activities of city police, communications between paramedic teams and hospitals, and other general County government activities. Law Enforcement communications and paramedic communications are coordinated at different radio consoles. All consoles require a great degree of independence, multitasking, and verbal communication skills. Example of Duties: Incumbents will use the OCATS system to connect to the statewide CLETS and nationwide NLETS and NCIC criminal justice databases to run vehicles, subjects, and property. Such information may include: Driver license records Warrant checks Stolen property Firearms The Emergency Radio Coordinator (Communications Coordinator II) will monitor and coordinate over various mutual aid radio channels. Such channels include: Purple Talk group Red (Emergency) Talk group CALAW8 TAN Call Talk group Other public works, law enforcement, fire, and hospital channels considering location and other factors. Using the Orange County EMS ReddiNet/HEAR Systems Coordinate and broadcast "SIGALERT" traffic advisories Amber Alerts Emergency and general broadcasts vehicle pursuits and tracking systems Assist in contacting various county, state, and federal agencies, after regular business hours and on weekends Broadcast emergency alerts via the AlertOC platform, including Wireless Emergency Alerts and Emergency Alert System Broadcasts MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications and example of duties for the Emergency Radio Coordinator (Communications Coordinator II) position. General knowledge of: The cities , freeways, highways, main streets, major buildings , and geography of Orange County and neighboring counties The techniques, procedures, and methods used in the operations of a public safety communications center The kinds of information obtainable from local, state, and national criminal justice databases Ability to: Operate a variety of communications equipment including multiple channel radio consoles, handheld radios, and computers React quickly, efficiently, and calmly in an emergency situation and to adopt an effective course of action in a high stress environment Follow written and oral instructions, learn and apply applicable rules, regulations, and procedures Speak clearly and distinctly in English Prepare records and perform simple typing Use a County-Approved means of transportation DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Experience or training as an emergency communications operator, dispatcher or similar position Experience in the use of computers and various software programs Comfortable broadcasting over radio Able to multi-task in demanding environment while maintaining composure Be available for mandatory shifts per the needs of the department SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS No significant hearing impairment in either ear. License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher is required by date of appointment. Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any form of probation and must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner. Background screening includes completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts). Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S). PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS The County of Orange is committed to providing a means for applicants who may have a disability to identify areas in which they may request a reasonable accommodation. The following is a description of the physical and mental abilities that are customarily required to perform the essential job functions of this position. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter listed for any questions or request an accommodation during the testing/selection process. Physical Requirements: Incumbents must have vision sufficient to read standard text, fine print, various handwritings and view a computer monitor; no significant hearing impairment in either ear, speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the phone; independent body mobility sufficient to sit, stoop, bend and stand routinely to perform daily tasks; ability to sit for prolonged periods of time; manual dexterity to use hands, arms and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and use other office equipment. Environmental Conditions: Incumbents must have the ability to work in a confined office environment with changing priorities, deadlines and multiple assignments concurrently; deal with emotional and/or hostile public on a daily basis and remain calm at the same time; and work rotating shifts, weekends and holidays. Human Resources | Minimum Qualifications The Orange County Sheriff's Human Resources screens all applications to identify the most qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the Department. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. SELECTION PROCEDURES Applications must emphasize all the areas in which the applicant has expertise and accomplishments in the specific competencies related to the position, as applications will be screened to identify the most qualified candidates. Interactive Computer 90-minute Exam (Referred/Non-Referred):The exam consists of job-related questions. This is a standardized exam and there are no study guides available. Candidates need a passing score on this examination in order to continue in the selection process. Only the most successful candidates will be referred to the next step. The exam will include the following: Decision Making Data Entry Call Summarization Cross Referencing Memory Recall-Numeric Prioritizing Map Reading Spelling Oral Interview (Weighted 100%): Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidates' qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ELIGIBLE LIST After all procedures have been completed, the Sheriff's Human Resources will establish an eligible list of qualified candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. As part of the selection interview candidates will be referred to a Sit-Along. Candidates will have the opportunity to observe Emergency Radio Coordinators (Communications Coordinator II) as they perform their duties at the Purple Channel, Red Channel, and Paramedic consoles. Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP) The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. HOW TO APPLY Only on-line applications will be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of on-line applications. Application information must be current, succinct and related to the requirements in this job announcement. Your application should demonstrate your professional experience and education related to the specific qualifications/duties listed in this bulletin, including the areas in which you have developed expertise. Please print a copy of your confirmation page for your records. Click here for tips to complete your application. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. QUESTIONS: For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Eugenia Vasquez-Puentes at 714-834-5838 or mvasquez-puentes@OCSheriff.gov. For other recruitment information, please contact Sheriff Recruiting at 714-834-5811. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Non-Management Benefits In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5847A FILING START DATE December 29, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Directs a staff of physical therapy instructors or preceptors in planning, implementing, and coordinating physical therapy education programs for physical therapy staff, students, physicians, residents, and allied health personnel. Essential Job Functions Serves as a member of the administrative policy-making group and participates in resolving administrative problems, revising policies and procedures, defining, and developing educational or research goals and objectives and planning education programs. Evaluates continuing education and training needs of physical therapy staff, allied health professionals, physicians, and the clinical training requirements of affiliate student and graduate therapists and interns as required by educational requirements of affiliated educational institutions. Plans and delegates assignments to instructors and preceptors; observes and reviews the performance of instructors or preceptors and prepares and discusses their performance evaluations with them. Interviews, selects, orients, and supervises instructors or preceptors. Develops, reviews, and revises curricula for the clinical education programs; determines the number and assignment of student and graduate physical therapists who can be trained; identifies appropriate staffing level and training resources required; coordinates program logistics with affiliated educational institutions. Develops or consults with others to develop outcome measures to assess efficacy of clinical programs, patient education, training or teaching methods, and clinician or other processes. Conducts on-going program evaluations of existing educational programs to determine if the defined needs are being met or whether revision of goals, objectives, or the curriculum and/or program is required. Serves as a chairperson on an allied health curriculum committee and participates with other members in planning and implementing inter-disciplinary educational programs focused on patient care as needed. Collaborates on research design and methods for outcome measures as needed. Plans clinical training programs for student and graduate physical therapists, and student physical therapy assistants to meet the educational objectives of the affiliate schools and the Physical Therapy Department. Serves on various committees and task forces to represent the Physical Therapy Service and participates in planning, implementing, and evaluating agency-wide education programs. Works with representatives of other health disciplines to develop and conduct leadership and management training programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, medical social service, or other services. Plans, develops, and implements programs of clinical experience in response to requests from universities and community health and educational agencies. Directs preparation of educational media such as videos and computer-assisted presentations. Organizes and plans the participation of the Physical Therapy Department in workshops, seminars, institutes, and conferences in response to requests from national and community organizations and agencies. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1. Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Successful completion in a physical therapy school or schools of a resident course of professional instruction equivalent to the educational standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California.* -AND- 2. Three (3) years of experience as a Physical Therapy Instructor** -OR- at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I***. (A master’s degree in physical therapy, public health, special education, or other related field, may be substituted for one year of the required experience if not used to meet the minimum requirements.) LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Have filed an application for such a license. The license must be presented upon publication of the results of the next examination after the date of filing for the license. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Minimum Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days. All required licenses must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional years of experience at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I, or as a Physical Therapy Instructor- in excess of the Minimum Requirements. Completion of a Credentialed Clinical Instruction Program (Level 1 Course or Level 2 Course) from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to croy@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days of filing your application online. **Experience at the level of Physical Therapy Instructor within the Los Angeles County is defined as : Develops, organizes, and conducts formal and informal physical therapy education courses and clinical training programs for students, interns, graduate physical therapists, and therapy assistants. Provides in-service training for physical therapy staff, physicians, nurses, allied health personnel and community agencies. Conducts training and evaluates its effectiveness in achieving educational objectives. ***Experience at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I within the Los Angeles County is defined as : Provides first-level supervision to physical therapists, therapy assistants, and other support staff who are treating acute or rehabilitative patients with physical or mental disease or injury. Incumbents may also provide administrative supervision to staff in the physical and occupational therapy services in a California Children's Services Medical Therapy Unit. NO OUT OF CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. EXPERIENCE MUST BE SUBSEQUENT TO GRADUATION. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays . APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add croy@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Christina Roy, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 croy@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5847A FILING START DATE December 29, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Directs a staff of physical therapy instructors or preceptors in planning, implementing, and coordinating physical therapy education programs for physical therapy staff, students, physicians, residents, and allied health personnel. Essential Job Functions Serves as a member of the administrative policy-making group and participates in resolving administrative problems, revising policies and procedures, defining, and developing educational or research goals and objectives and planning education programs. Evaluates continuing education and training needs of physical therapy staff, allied health professionals, physicians, and the clinical training requirements of affiliate student and graduate therapists and interns as required by educational requirements of affiliated educational institutions. Plans and delegates assignments to instructors and preceptors; observes and reviews the performance of instructors or preceptors and prepares and discusses their performance evaluations with them. Interviews, selects, orients, and supervises instructors or preceptors. Develops, reviews, and revises curricula for the clinical education programs; determines the number and assignment of student and graduate physical therapists who can be trained; identifies appropriate staffing level and training resources required; coordinates program logistics with affiliated educational institutions. Develops or consults with others to develop outcome measures to assess efficacy of clinical programs, patient education, training or teaching methods, and clinician or other processes. Conducts on-going program evaluations of existing educational programs to determine if the defined needs are being met or whether revision of goals, objectives, or the curriculum and/or program is required. Serves as a chairperson on an allied health curriculum committee and participates with other members in planning and implementing inter-disciplinary educational programs focused on patient care as needed. Collaborates on research design and methods for outcome measures as needed. Plans clinical training programs for student and graduate physical therapists, and student physical therapy assistants to meet the educational objectives of the affiliate schools and the Physical Therapy Department. Serves on various committees and task forces to represent the Physical Therapy Service and participates in planning, implementing, and evaluating agency-wide education programs. Works with representatives of other health disciplines to develop and conduct leadership and management training programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, medical social service, or other services. Plans, develops, and implements programs of clinical experience in response to requests from universities and community health and educational agencies. Directs preparation of educational media such as videos and computer-assisted presentations. Organizes and plans the participation of the Physical Therapy Department in workshops, seminars, institutes, and conferences in response to requests from national and community organizations and agencies. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1. Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Successful completion in a physical therapy school or schools of a resident course of professional instruction equivalent to the educational standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California.* -AND- 2. Three (3) years of experience as a Physical Therapy Instructor** -OR- at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I***. (A master’s degree in physical therapy, public health, special education, or other related field, may be substituted for one year of the required experience if not used to meet the minimum requirements.) LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Have filed an application for such a license. The license must be presented upon publication of the results of the next examination after the date of filing for the license. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Minimum Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days. All required licenses must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional years of experience at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I, or as a Physical Therapy Instructor- in excess of the Minimum Requirements. Completion of a Credentialed Clinical Instruction Program (Level 1 Course or Level 2 Course) from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to croy@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days of filing your application online. **Experience at the level of Physical Therapy Instructor within the Los Angeles County is defined as : Develops, organizes, and conducts formal and informal physical therapy education courses and clinical training programs for students, interns, graduate physical therapists, and therapy assistants. Provides in-service training for physical therapy staff, physicians, nurses, allied health personnel and community agencies. Conducts training and evaluates its effectiveness in achieving educational objectives. ***Experience at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I within the Los Angeles County is defined as : Provides first-level supervision to physical therapists, therapy assistants, and other support staff who are treating acute or rehabilitative patients with physical or mental disease or injury. Incumbents may also provide administrative supervision to staff in the physical and occupational therapy services in a California Children's Services Medical Therapy Unit. NO OUT OF CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. EXPERIENCE MUST BE SUBSEQUENT TO GRADUATION. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays . APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add croy@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Christina Roy, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 croy@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: Y5092B FIRST DAY OF FILING: October 14, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. (PST) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering a 20% bonus for full-time enter exam title here hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care DEFINITION: Assists licensed medical staff in the examination, treatment, and care of patients at an outpatient clinic, under the supervision of a physician. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work under the technical guidance of a physician and work as a member of a medical team assisting physicians, nurses and physician assistants by providing basic administrative, clerical, and technical supportive services to patient care in an outpatient clinic. These positions are characterized by the performance of various front and back clinic office duties and patient care services that do not require diagnosis, treatment, or tasks that are invasive or that require a medical evaluation or assessment. Incumbents work in accordance with the department's standardized procedures and scope of practice and training protocols established by the State under the Medical Board of California. Essential Job Functions Following specific procedures, scope of practice, and instructions from licensed medical staff: Prepares patients for examination procedures, including escorting patients to exam rooms; interviewing patients to obtain basic medical information; recording patient's medical history; and taking vital signs, weight, and height. Prepares treatment rooms, including setting equipment based on the procedure or purpose of examination and keeping the rooms neat and clean. Assists physicians with procedures, such as preparing and handing instruments/materials and shaving and disinfecting treatment sites. Performs venipuncture or skin puncture to draw blood; administers limited intradermal subcutaneous, or intramuscular injections; performs skin tests; and administers medication by inhalation, orally, sublingually, topically, vaginally, or rectally. Performs non-invasive screening tests, including electrocardiogram, electroencephalogram, and plethysmography. Collects specimens that are non-invasive in nature (i.e., urine, sputum, semen, and stool), logs the specimens, and prepares them for testing. Performs simple laboratory tests that are typically performed in a medical office. Applies and removes bandages and dressings; applies orthopedic appliances; removes casts, splints, and other external devices; select and adjust crutches; removes sutures or staples from superficial incisions or lacerations; performs ear lavage; and other non-invasive procedures. As authorized, provides information and instruction to patients. Assists in educating, teaching, and encouraging the development of basic health habits and preventive care. Greets patients at reception desk or counter, answers phones, schedules appointments, completes appropriate forms or records, files and retrieves documents, and assists patients in ambulation and transfers. Coordinates and maintains inventory control for medical and laboratory supplies and materials to ensure efficient flow of operations. Stocks and orders supplies as necessary. Assists with care coordination tasks and activities. Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation(CPR)in an emergency. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: 1. Successful completion of a Medical Assistant training program with administrative and clinical assignments issued by an accredited* institution authorized to provide training pursuant to the standards established by the Medical Board of California. -AND- 2. A current and valid Medical Assistant Certification in administrative and clinical assignments from a certifying organization approved by the Medical Board of California.** -AND- 3. Current and valid CPR Certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation may be required when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate. Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *The following websites will be used to verify accreditation information: http://www.ed.gov/ and http://www.bppe.ca.gov/ **The certifying organizations approved by the Medical Board of California can be found at the following website: https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Licensing/Physicians-and-Surgeons/Practice-Information/Medical-Assistants.aspx DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to those applicants who meet the following criteria: Paid or unpaid administrative experience in the front of a medical doctor's office. *** Paid or unpaid clinical experience in the back of a medical doctor's office.*** ***Administrative experience in the front of a medical doctor's office includes: utilizing office computer to enter and retrieve patient data, transferring from paper charts to Electronic Medical Record (EMR); answering multi-line phones; scheduling appointments; filing/organizing; entering charges into billing system and following-up on unpaid claims. Clinical experience in the back of a medical doctor's office includes: prioritizing patient-care; preparing patients for doctor's examinations including vital signs, weight, chief complaints, recording patients allergies and medications; preparing set-up for procedures, blood draws, administer injections and obtain specimen, perform EKG; order labs; and maintains and stocks patient rooms and supplies. Credit will not be given to those who are performing in a training capacity such as work performed during a Medical Assistant (MA) training program. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on this examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . NOTE : Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the required diploma, certificate, or official transcript to their application at the time of filing or provide to the exam analyst within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the documents to the Exam Analyst, Luz Pascual at lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include your name as it appears on your application, exam number, and exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CA LIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Luz Pascual, Exam Analyst E-mail: Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov HR ESC Phone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: Y5092B FIRST DAY OF FILING: October 14, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. (PST) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering a 20% bonus for full-time enter exam title here hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care DEFINITION: Assists licensed medical staff in the examination, treatment, and care of patients at an outpatient clinic, under the supervision of a physician. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work under the technical guidance of a physician and work as a member of a medical team assisting physicians, nurses and physician assistants by providing basic administrative, clerical, and technical supportive services to patient care in an outpatient clinic. These positions are characterized by the performance of various front and back clinic office duties and patient care services that do not require diagnosis, treatment, or tasks that are invasive or that require a medical evaluation or assessment. Incumbents work in accordance with the department's standardized procedures and scope of practice and training protocols established by the State under the Medical Board of California. Essential Job Functions Following specific procedures, scope of practice, and instructions from licensed medical staff: Prepares patients for examination procedures, including escorting patients to exam rooms; interviewing patients to obtain basic medical information; recording patient's medical history; and taking vital signs, weight, and height. Prepares treatment rooms, including setting equipment based on the procedure or purpose of examination and keeping the rooms neat and clean. Assists physicians with procedures, such as preparing and handing instruments/materials and shaving and disinfecting treatment sites. Performs venipuncture or skin puncture to draw blood; administers limited intradermal subcutaneous, or intramuscular injections; performs skin tests; and administers medication by inhalation, orally, sublingually, topically, vaginally, or rectally. Performs non-invasive screening tests, including electrocardiogram, electroencephalogram, and plethysmography. Collects specimens that are non-invasive in nature (i.e., urine, sputum, semen, and stool), logs the specimens, and prepares them for testing. Performs simple laboratory tests that are typically performed in a medical office. Applies and removes bandages and dressings; applies orthopedic appliances; removes casts, splints, and other external devices; select and adjust crutches; removes sutures or staples from superficial incisions or lacerations; performs ear lavage; and other non-invasive procedures. As authorized, provides information and instruction to patients. Assists in educating, teaching, and encouraging the development of basic health habits and preventive care. Greets patients at reception desk or counter, answers phones, schedules appointments, completes appropriate forms or records, files and retrieves documents, and assists patients in ambulation and transfers. Coordinates and maintains inventory control for medical and laboratory supplies and materials to ensure efficient flow of operations. Stocks and orders supplies as necessary. Assists with care coordination tasks and activities. Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation(CPR)in an emergency. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: 1. Successful completion of a Medical Assistant training program with administrative and clinical assignments issued by an accredited* institution authorized to provide training pursuant to the standards established by the Medical Board of California. -AND- 2. A current and valid Medical Assistant Certification in administrative and clinical assignments from a certifying organization approved by the Medical Board of California.** -AND- 3. Current and valid CPR Certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation may be required when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate. Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *The following websites will be used to verify accreditation information: http://www.ed.gov/ and http://www.bppe.ca.gov/ **The certifying organizations approved by the Medical Board of California can be found at the following website: https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Licensing/Physicians-and-Surgeons/Practice-Information/Medical-Assistants.aspx DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to those applicants who meet the following criteria: Paid or unpaid administrative experience in the front of a medical doctor's office. *** Paid or unpaid clinical experience in the back of a medical doctor's office.*** ***Administrative experience in the front of a medical doctor's office includes: utilizing office computer to enter and retrieve patient data, transferring from paper charts to Electronic Medical Record (EMR); answering multi-line phones; scheduling appointments; filing/organizing; entering charges into billing system and following-up on unpaid claims. Clinical experience in the back of a medical doctor's office includes: prioritizing patient-care; preparing patients for doctor's examinations including vital signs, weight, chief complaints, recording patients allergies and medications; preparing set-up for procedures, blood draws, administer injections and obtain specimen, perform EKG; order labs; and maintains and stocks patient rooms and supplies. Credit will not be given to those who are performing in a training capacity such as work performed during a Medical Assistant (MA) training program. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on this examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . NOTE : Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the required diploma, certificate, or official transcript to their application at the time of filing or provide to the exam analyst within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the documents to the Exam Analyst, Luz Pascual at lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include your name as it appears on your application, exam number, and exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CA LIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Luz Pascual, Exam Analyst E-mail: Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov HR ESC Phone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER: Y5083I REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. FILING START DATE: 03/22/16 AT 8:00 A.M. - UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care DEFINITION: Performs the full range of sterilizing, processing, packaging, and distribution duties in a central service unit or in ancillary hospital units. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to a Central Service Supervisor, manager, or in some instances, medical and nursing staff, and may be assigned to perform work in various sections of central services or in ancillary hospital units on a rotation management basis. As the journey level class, the incumbents carry out a wide variety of assignments under general supervision. They perform the full scope of multiple assignments in decontaminating and cleaning reusable items, packaging sets and trays of instruments and supplies, sterilizing, maintaining predetermined inventory levels, and dispensing and distributing sterile and non-sterile items from stock. These positions require a knowledge of processing and reprocessing techniques and procedures, various combinations of instruments and supplies for specific surgical sets, trays and packs, and a working knowledge of ordering and distributing processes. Supervisor's assistance is needed only in case of complex assignments, new procedures or unusual conditions which do not have clear precedents. Essential Job Functions Assembles utensil sets, single package instruments, sterile containers, and trays for sterilization. Operates steam and gas sterilizers, autoclaves and other sterilization, cleaning, and reprocessing equipment. Fills emergency requests and suggests possible substitute items to medical and nursing staff in the event the requested item is not in stock. Loads and unloads supply carts and delivers sterile processed supplies to service areas, and collects and delivers used supplies back to processing area. Disassembles, decontaminates, cleans, and reassembles medical, surgical and patient care supplies, including surgical instruments, according to established procedures. Orient and train new staff in the performance of any or all central service procedures, as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: One year's experience as a Central Services Technician I.* -OR - OPTION II: One year's experience cleaning, assembling, packaging and sterilizing medical surgical and nursing supplies, instruments and equipment. Completion** of a central services technician course in an accredited vocational school or community college may be substituted for six months of the required experience. PHYSICAL CLASS III- Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *In the County of Los Angeles, a Central Services Technician I performs a limited range of sterilizing, processing, packaging, and distribution duties in a central services unit or in ancillary hospital units. **To qualify, applicants must provide legible copies of their official transcripts for completion of a central services technician course from an accredited vocational school or community college at the time of filing, or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the application filing date. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional qualifying experience beyond the Minimum Requirements. Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST). The CRCST will be verified by using the information on the on the Healthcare Processing Association (HSPA) using the website at https://myhspa.org/index.php . Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months . SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION : The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the Exam Analyst, Luz Pascual at lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include exam number and exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Luz Pascual, Exam Analyst E-mail: Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov HR ESC Phone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY EXAM NUMBER: Y5083I REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. FILING START DATE: 03/22/16 AT 8:00 A.M. - UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 employees, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care DEFINITION: Performs the full range of sterilizing, processing, packaging, and distribution duties in a central service unit or in ancillary hospital units. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to a Central Service Supervisor, manager, or in some instances, medical and nursing staff, and may be assigned to perform work in various sections of central services or in ancillary hospital units on a rotation management basis. As the journey level class, the incumbents carry out a wide variety of assignments under general supervision. They perform the full scope of multiple assignments in decontaminating and cleaning reusable items, packaging sets and trays of instruments and supplies, sterilizing, maintaining predetermined inventory levels, and dispensing and distributing sterile and non-sterile items from stock. These positions require a knowledge of processing and reprocessing techniques and procedures, various combinations of instruments and supplies for specific surgical sets, trays and packs, and a working knowledge of ordering and distributing processes. Supervisor's assistance is needed only in case of complex assignments, new procedures or unusual conditions which do not have clear precedents. Essential Job Functions Assembles utensil sets, single package instruments, sterile containers, and trays for sterilization. Operates steam and gas sterilizers, autoclaves and other sterilization, cleaning, and reprocessing equipment. Fills emergency requests and suggests possible substitute items to medical and nursing staff in the event the requested item is not in stock. Loads and unloads supply carts and delivers sterile processed supplies to service areas, and collects and delivers used supplies back to processing area. Disassembles, decontaminates, cleans, and reassembles medical, surgical and patient care supplies, including surgical instruments, according to established procedures. Orient and train new staff in the performance of any or all central service procedures, as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: One year's experience as a Central Services Technician I.* -OR - OPTION II: One year's experience cleaning, assembling, packaging and sterilizing medical surgical and nursing supplies, instruments and equipment. Completion** of a central services technician course in an accredited vocational school or community college may be substituted for six months of the required experience. PHYSICAL CLASS III- Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *In the County of Los Angeles, a Central Services Technician I performs a limited range of sterilizing, processing, packaging, and distribution duties in a central services unit or in ancillary hospital units. **To qualify, applicants must provide legible copies of their official transcripts for completion of a central services technician course from an accredited vocational school or community college at the time of filing, or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the application filing date. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional qualifying experience beyond the Minimum Requirements. Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST). The CRCST will be verified by using the information on the on the Healthcare Processing Association (HSPA) using the website at https://myhspa.org/index.php . Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months . SPECIAL INFORMATION : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION : The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE : If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the Exam Analyst, Luz Pascual at lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include exam number and exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Luz Pascual, Exam Analyst E-mail: Lpascual@dhs.lacounty.gov HR ESC Phone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Liberal Arts, Public Administration, Business Management, or equivalent military curriculum plus three (3) years experience in the public safety field, which may include emergency management, fire service, law enforcement, or emergency medical services, military service, industrial safety, business disaster recovery, or related field. Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a government, management, or scientific field may substitute for one (1) year of required experience. Licenses or Certifications: Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License. Certified Emergency Manager by the International Association of Emergency Managers or ability to acquire certification within two years of employment Notes to Applicants Position Overview : Under Limited direction - During Department or Emergency Operations Center ( DOC / EOC ) activation, the Emergency Plans Officer Senior will assume a lead role in coordinating/facilitating the City or Department’s emergency response and recovery effort. Job responsibilities include : Coordinates, develops and implements components of the Emergency Operations Plan Ensures compliance of the Emergency Management Accreditation Program ( EMAP ) Leads continuity of operations programs ( COOP ) Supports special events & the Emergency Operations Center ( EOC ) Acts as Duty Officer (DO) on a rotating bases & supports the team with special tasks and assignments Coordinates and/or participates in preparedness & hazard mitigation, projects, workshops, and training & exercise programs. Provide leadership, work assignments, training, and guidance to others May represent the organization or communicate with department directors and other senior city, county and state officials in a professional manner Successful candidates will demonstrate: Ability to function calmly, effectively, and decisively in emergency situations Ability to lead, train and motivate others to achieve organizational success Ability to work on a wide variety of tasks and large projects simultaneously - prioritizing and problem solving and produce timely and tangible results Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment while ensuring organizational direction and alignment Flexibility with regard to work hours and the ability to work extended periods during an activation of the EOC When completing the City of Austin employment application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position. Include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates. A résumé is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. If you are selected for hire: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) is required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization or institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are in the military or are a military veteran, you will need to provide a copy of the Member 4 page of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. This has been designated as an Essential Employee position. In the event of a City-designated emergency, Essential Employees provide services that impact the public health, safety, utility services, and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees and ensure the continuity of essential operations. In such an emergency, Essential Employees may be called back in, may be required to modify their schedule, may be assigned to a City-designated work site, or may be retained on site to assist with operations and recovery. Pay Range $28.04 - $34.34 Hours Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This position is considered essential and will be required to report to the Emergency Operations Center ( EOC ), as directed in advance, or in response to an emergency, and my include nights (overnights), weekends, holidays, etc. Job Close Date 05/09/2024 Type of Posting External Department Management Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 5010 Old Manor Road, Austin, TX Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience providing management, support and organizing operations during emergencies, disasters and major incidents such as flooding, wildfires, ice storms and other natural and man-made disaster Experience developing emergency management plans (including continuity of operations plans), procedures and strategies Experience conducting emergency management training, exercises, and drills Demonstrated communication skills, including experience in public speaking Understanding of the National Incident Management System Bilingual in English/Spanish, or other language Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Supervises the Citizen Emergency Response Team ( CERT ) coordinator and oversee the department’s volunteer and public outreach efforts. Provides financial and administrative management to the department on an on-going basis during emergencies. Assists with the development of the OEM Operating Budget, the Financial Forecast and Business Plan. Responsible for setting up and monitoring of special revenue funds, monitoring of grant availability, securing grant funds and managing grant funds and programs. Assumes a lead role during major emergencies, coordinating and facilitating the City’s emergency response and recovery effort from the Emergency Operations Center. Acts as the single point of contact for federal and state counter-terrorism funding and equipment purchasing for public safety department. Coordinates various emergency preparedness and hazard mitigation projects and workshops for the community. Provides departmental and public education training programs and disaster exercises and presentations on emergency management topics to community groups and organizations. Reviews and modify planning issues, coordinate planning groups and committees, preparing plan drafts, distributing final plan products. Assists agencies in developing internal emergency standard operating procedures and action plans. Assists in coordinating disaster exercises including identifying exercise scenario and objectives, coordinating exercise planning groups, and monitoring and evaluating exercises. Attends various meetings with government and private sector agencies and officials throughout Austin and Travis County. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of the operation of local, state and federal governments in general and public safety. Knowledge in researching and analyzing emergency management related issues. Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and methods. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Skill in using computers and related software. Skill in data analysis and problem solving. Ability to handle extremely intense and chaotic emergency situations. Ability to speak at presentations. Ability to facilitate cooperative group decision making among diverse organizations and individuals serving on planning committees. Ability to deal effectively and cooperatively with a wide range of local, state, and federal government officials, the news media, and private business people. Ability to operate a variety of communications and audio-video systems maintained in the Emergency Operations Center. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Emergency Plans Officer Senior position are: Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Liberal Arts, Public Administration, Business Management, or equivalent military curriculum plus three (3) years experience in the public safety field, which may include emergency management, fire service, law enforcement, or emergency medical services, military service, industrial safety, business disaster recovery, or related field. Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a government, management, or scientific field may substitute for one (1) year of required experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Describe your experience writing emergency plans and/or your experience conducting disaster exercises. (Open Ended Question) * Please describe in concise detail your experience and formal training in the National Incident Management System (NIMS). (Open Ended Question) * Are you able to occasionally work overnight hours and in rare instances, for multiple days should a large emergency or disaster occur? Yes No * Please select the answer that best describes your status with regard to the required certification. I am a Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) awarded by the International Association of Emergency Managers. I am not currently a Certified Emergency Manager but will obtain the required certification within two years of employment. I will not be able to obtain the required certification. If you are bilingual or multilingual, please list the languages you speak and your fluency level with each language. If you are not bilingual, or multilingual, please list “N/A.” (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class C Driver License or, if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class C Driver License by your hire date? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS-Criminal Background Investigation). 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Apr 27, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Liberal Arts, Public Administration, Business Management, or equivalent military curriculum plus three (3) years experience in the public safety field, which may include emergency management, fire service, law enforcement, or emergency medical services, military service, industrial safety, business disaster recovery, or related field. Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a government, management, or scientific field may substitute for one (1) year of required experience. Licenses or Certifications: Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License. Certified Emergency Manager by the International Association of Emergency Managers or ability to acquire certification within two years of employment Notes to Applicants Position Overview : Under Limited direction - During Department or Emergency Operations Center ( DOC / EOC ) activation, the Emergency Plans Officer Senior will assume a lead role in coordinating/facilitating the City or Department’s emergency response and recovery effort. Job responsibilities include : Coordinates, develops and implements components of the Emergency Operations Plan Ensures compliance of the Emergency Management Accreditation Program ( EMAP ) Leads continuity of operations programs ( COOP ) Supports special events & the Emergency Operations Center ( EOC ) Acts as Duty Officer (DO) on a rotating bases & supports the team with special tasks and assignments Coordinates and/or participates in preparedness & hazard mitigation, projects, workshops, and training & exercise programs. Provide leadership, work assignments, training, and guidance to others May represent the organization or communicate with department directors and other senior city, county and state officials in a professional manner Successful candidates will demonstrate: Ability to function calmly, effectively, and decisively in emergency situations Ability to lead, train and motivate others to achieve organizational success Ability to work on a wide variety of tasks and large projects simultaneously - prioritizing and problem solving and produce timely and tangible results Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment while ensuring organizational direction and alignment Flexibility with regard to work hours and the ability to work extended periods during an activation of the EOC When completing the City of Austin employment application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position. Include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates. A résumé is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. If you are selected for hire: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) is required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization or institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are in the military or are a military veteran, you will need to provide a copy of the Member 4 page of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. This has been designated as an Essential Employee position. In the event of a City-designated emergency, Essential Employees provide services that impact the public health, safety, utility services, and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees and ensure the continuity of essential operations. In such an emergency, Essential Employees may be called back in, may be required to modify their schedule, may be assigned to a City-designated work site, or may be retained on site to assist with operations and recovery. Pay Range $28.04 - $34.34 Hours Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This position is considered essential and will be required to report to the Emergency Operations Center ( EOC ), as directed in advance, or in response to an emergency, and my include nights (overnights), weekends, holidays, etc. Job Close Date 05/09/2024 Type of Posting External Department Management Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 5010 Old Manor Road, Austin, TX Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience providing management, support and organizing operations during emergencies, disasters and major incidents such as flooding, wildfires, ice storms and other natural and man-made disaster Experience developing emergency management plans (including continuity of operations plans), procedures and strategies Experience conducting emergency management training, exercises, and drills Demonstrated communication skills, including experience in public speaking Understanding of the National Incident Management System Bilingual in English/Spanish, or other language Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Supervises the Citizen Emergency Response Team ( CERT ) coordinator and oversee the department’s volunteer and public outreach efforts. Provides financial and administrative management to the department on an on-going basis during emergencies. Assists with the development of the OEM Operating Budget, the Financial Forecast and Business Plan. Responsible for setting up and monitoring of special revenue funds, monitoring of grant availability, securing grant funds and managing grant funds and programs. Assumes a lead role during major emergencies, coordinating and facilitating the City’s emergency response and recovery effort from the Emergency Operations Center. Acts as the single point of contact for federal and state counter-terrorism funding and equipment purchasing for public safety department. Coordinates various emergency preparedness and hazard mitigation projects and workshops for the community. Provides departmental and public education training programs and disaster exercises and presentations on emergency management topics to community groups and organizations. Reviews and modify planning issues, coordinate planning groups and committees, preparing plan drafts, distributing final plan products. Assists agencies in developing internal emergency standard operating procedures and action plans. Assists in coordinating disaster exercises including identifying exercise scenario and objectives, coordinating exercise planning groups, and monitoring and evaluating exercises. Attends various meetings with government and private sector agencies and officials throughout Austin and Travis County. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of the operation of local, state and federal governments in general and public safety. Knowledge in researching and analyzing emergency management related issues. Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and methods. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Skill in using computers and related software. Skill in data analysis and problem solving. Ability to handle extremely intense and chaotic emergency situations. Ability to speak at presentations. Ability to facilitate cooperative group decision making among diverse organizations and individuals serving on planning committees. Ability to deal effectively and cooperatively with a wide range of local, state, and federal government officials, the news media, and private business people. Ability to operate a variety of communications and audio-video systems maintained in the Emergency Operations Center. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Emergency Plans Officer Senior position are: Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Liberal Arts, Public Administration, Business Management, or equivalent military curriculum plus three (3) years experience in the public safety field, which may include emergency management, fire service, law enforcement, or emergency medical services, military service, industrial safety, business disaster recovery, or related field. Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a government, management, or scientific field may substitute for one (1) year of required experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Describe your experience writing emergency plans and/or your experience conducting disaster exercises. (Open Ended Question) * Please describe in concise detail your experience and formal training in the National Incident Management System (NIMS). (Open Ended Question) * Are you able to occasionally work overnight hours and in rare instances, for multiple days should a large emergency or disaster occur? Yes No * Please select the answer that best describes your status with regard to the required certification. I am a Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) awarded by the International Association of Emergency Managers. I am not currently a Certified Emergency Manager but will obtain the required certification within two years of employment. I will not be able to obtain the required certification. If you are bilingual or multilingual, please list the languages you speak and your fluency level with each language. If you are not bilingual, or multilingual, please list “N/A.” (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class C Driver License or, if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class C Driver License by your hire date? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS-Criminal Background Investigation). Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents