City of Santa Monica
City of Santa Monica, California, United States
Job Summary Applications will be accepted by the Human Resources Department on one day only, Friday, May 10, 2024 between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (The link to apply online will appear at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, May 10th) Performs a wide variety of specialized functions associated with Library customer service, check-out and check-in of materials, processing of materials, creating and updating customer accounts, attendant tasks, and providing technology support. NOTE : The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill permanent full-time (40 hours per week) positions; and As-Needed (without benefits) positions throughout the Libraries. Representative Duties (Note: duties may vary depending upon assignment) Provides high quality customer service by courteously assisting customers in person, by phone and on-line. Works as a member of the Library team to provide services and support to customers and colleagues, using devices, software systems and technology that include Library card account management, lending of Library materials and collection of fines and fees. Responds to basic inquiries about Library services, collections, programs, policies and procedures. Assists customers in managing Library card accounts and by providing basic instruction in the use of the on-line catalog, information resources, public computers, printers, copiers and self-service checkout systems and other equipment that support Library functions and services. Responds to inquiries regarding rental of Library meeting rooms. Provides limited reference and reader's advisory service and makes referrals to appropriate sources. Enters, modifies and retrieves data from the integrated Library system. Retrieves items for customer holds and interlibrary loans to other Library systems. Prepares materials for delivery to branches or shelving areas. Assists customers in resolving basic problems and/or refers complaints to the appropriate supervisor or resource. Assists Librarians and paraprofessional staff in the operation of a section of the Library or Branch Library. Assists in training of Library subordinates and peers. Collects payment of fines and fees using a cash register and/or credit card processing computer software. Performs mathematical calculations. Handles and reconciles cash receipts and prepares for deposit with City Finance Department. Reconciles funds collected for Big Blue Bus. Places orders for book and other library materials orders using an automated acquisition system and other on-line tools. Receives and processes new Library materials; searches databases for bibliographic records; reviews or modifies on-line cataloging records for the Library. Creates and maintains items and bibliographic records including title, author, publishing information, bibliographic description and call number for less complex Library materials following local, national and international cataloging standards. Inventories and orders unit office and processing supplies; processes mail. Performs basic equipment and Library materials maintenance. Evaluates damaged materials and reports status to collections staff. Performs inventories of Library materials collections. Access, prints and distributes Library notices and reports. May participate in ad hoc committees to facilitate implementation of goals and plans established by Library management. Collects, calculates and records monthly statistics. Coordinates and monitors work of Library Page staff. Performs other related duties, as assigned. Requirements Knowledge, Abilities and Skills : Knowledge of: Effective customer service techniques. Library equipment and technology, especially an integrated Library system. Business English, spelling, punctuation and grammar. Basic mathematics. Cash handling, credit card and on-line payment processing techniques Ability to: Provide effective customer service. Respond to public inquiries, complaints and requests for service in a tactful manner. Follow written and oral instructions. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Operate a variety of office equipment. Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the general public. Perform basic mathematical computations. Maintain confidentiality. Learn required software applications. Provide basic instruction in required software applications. Skill in: Performing data entry. Working with electronic devices such as personal computers, tablets and applicable software, including the Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office. Reading, writing messages and documents at an appropriate level. Working effectively with persons from diverse social, cultural and economic backgrounds. Education, Training, and Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Two years of recent, paid work experience performing customer service duties with high volume public contact. An Associate's degree or completion of sixty college units or the equivalent of college level coursework from an accredited college or university can be substituted for one year of the required work experience. Library experience is desirable. Supplemental Information HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit a clear, concise and complete City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. NOTE: If you intend to use a combination of education and work experience to qualify for this position, you must submit a copy of your college level transcripts. Applicants who indicate receipt of college level coursework from a foreign institution must provide United States credential equivalency verification along with a copy of your college transcripts. All materials must be received in the Human Resources Department no later than close of business on the application closing date. You may upload and attach a scanned copy of your transcripts or diploma to your on-line application or send a copy to rosie.cruz@santamonica.gov . ( Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified .) SELECTION PROCESS: All applicants will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Testing may consist of the following: Practical Test: Qualifying (Microsoft Windows 10 Operating Systems) Written Examination: 100% BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS: Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation. NOTE: If three or more qualified City employees apply and pass the examination, a promotional list will be established in addition to an open-competitive list. If fewer than three qualified City employees pass the examination, the appointing authority, in accordance with the City's civil service rules and regulations, can decline to use a promotional list, in which case a promotional list will not be established for this position. Diversity & Inclusion Statement The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact. The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us! Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only). Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination. The City's liberal fringe benefits for full-time employment include sick leave, holiday and vacation pay, the Public Employees Retirement System, medical, dental and vision insurance, credit union, deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, Dependent Care Assistance Plan and Marine Park Childcare Center. Closing Date/Time: 5/10/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 30, 2024
Full Time
Job Summary Applications will be accepted by the Human Resources Department on one day only, Friday, May 10, 2024 between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (The link to apply online will appear at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, May 10th) Performs a wide variety of specialized functions associated with Library customer service, check-out and check-in of materials, processing of materials, creating and updating customer accounts, attendant tasks, and providing technology support. NOTE : The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill permanent full-time (40 hours per week) positions; and As-Needed (without benefits) positions throughout the Libraries. Representative Duties (Note: duties may vary depending upon assignment) Provides high quality customer service by courteously assisting customers in person, by phone and on-line. Works as a member of the Library team to provide services and support to customers and colleagues, using devices, software systems and technology that include Library card account management, lending of Library materials and collection of fines and fees. Responds to basic inquiries about Library services, collections, programs, policies and procedures. Assists customers in managing Library card accounts and by providing basic instruction in the use of the on-line catalog, information resources, public computers, printers, copiers and self-service checkout systems and other equipment that support Library functions and services. Responds to inquiries regarding rental of Library meeting rooms. Provides limited reference and reader's advisory service and makes referrals to appropriate sources. Enters, modifies and retrieves data from the integrated Library system. Retrieves items for customer holds and interlibrary loans to other Library systems. Prepares materials for delivery to branches or shelving areas. Assists customers in resolving basic problems and/or refers complaints to the appropriate supervisor or resource. Assists Librarians and paraprofessional staff in the operation of a section of the Library or Branch Library. Assists in training of Library subordinates and peers. Collects payment of fines and fees using a cash register and/or credit card processing computer software. Performs mathematical calculations. Handles and reconciles cash receipts and prepares for deposit with City Finance Department. Reconciles funds collected for Big Blue Bus. Places orders for book and other library materials orders using an automated acquisition system and other on-line tools. Receives and processes new Library materials; searches databases for bibliographic records; reviews or modifies on-line cataloging records for the Library. Creates and maintains items and bibliographic records including title, author, publishing information, bibliographic description and call number for less complex Library materials following local, national and international cataloging standards. Inventories and orders unit office and processing supplies; processes mail. Performs basic equipment and Library materials maintenance. Evaluates damaged materials and reports status to collections staff. Performs inventories of Library materials collections. Access, prints and distributes Library notices and reports. May participate in ad hoc committees to facilitate implementation of goals and plans established by Library management. Collects, calculates and records monthly statistics. Coordinates and monitors work of Library Page staff. Performs other related duties, as assigned. Requirements Knowledge, Abilities and Skills : Knowledge of: Effective customer service techniques. Library equipment and technology, especially an integrated Library system. Business English, spelling, punctuation and grammar. Basic mathematics. Cash handling, credit card and on-line payment processing techniques Ability to: Provide effective customer service. Respond to public inquiries, complaints and requests for service in a tactful manner. Follow written and oral instructions. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Operate a variety of office equipment. Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the general public. Perform basic mathematical computations. Maintain confidentiality. Learn required software applications. Provide basic instruction in required software applications. Skill in: Performing data entry. Working with electronic devices such as personal computers, tablets and applicable software, including the Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office. Reading, writing messages and documents at an appropriate level. Working effectively with persons from diverse social, cultural and economic backgrounds. Education, Training, and Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Two years of recent, paid work experience performing customer service duties with high volume public contact. An Associate's degree or completion of sixty college units or the equivalent of college level coursework from an accredited college or university can be substituted for one year of the required work experience. Library experience is desirable. Supplemental Information HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit a clear, concise and complete City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. NOTE: If you intend to use a combination of education and work experience to qualify for this position, you must submit a copy of your college level transcripts. Applicants who indicate receipt of college level coursework from a foreign institution must provide United States credential equivalency verification along with a copy of your college transcripts. All materials must be received in the Human Resources Department no later than close of business on the application closing date. You may upload and attach a scanned copy of your transcripts or diploma to your on-line application or send a copy to rosie.cruz@santamonica.gov . ( Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified .) SELECTION PROCESS: All applicants will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Testing may consist of the following: Practical Test: Qualifying (Microsoft Windows 10 Operating Systems) Written Examination: 100% BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS: Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation. NOTE: If three or more qualified City employees apply and pass the examination, a promotional list will be established in addition to an open-competitive list. If fewer than three qualified City employees pass the examination, the appointing authority, in accordance with the City's civil service rules and regulations, can decline to use a promotional list, in which case a promotional list will not be established for this position. Diversity & Inclusion Statement The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact. The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us! Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only). Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination. The City's liberal fringe benefits for full-time employment include sick leave, holiday and vacation pay, the Public Employees Retirement System, medical, dental and vision insurance, credit union, deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, Dependent Care Assistance Plan and Marine Park Childcare Center. Closing Date/Time: 5/10/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
CITY OF OAKLAND, CA
Oakland, California, United States
The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants to one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill five Head Start/Early Head Start Substitute Associate Instructor vacancies within the Human Services Department. Under direction in the Human Services Department, the ideal candidate will assist in instructing children enrolled in Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Programs; assist in educating parents on early childhood development concepts; assist in developmental assessments; assist in organizing and setting up education and play materials for classroom and/or supports home visits; and performs related duties as assigned. This is an entry-level classification. The incumbent assists assigned teacher(s) in planning, organizing and conducting developmentally appropriate activities for children in the Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Programs. This is a classification in the Head Start Instructor series and can be distinguished from Head Start/Early Head Start Instructor, which allows for the supervision of a Head Start Substitute Associate Instructor position, and Early Childhood Center Director, which is a full supervisory position. The incumbent receives general supervision from the Early Childhood Center Director and may receive lead direction from Head Start/Early Head Start Instructor. **Required at the time of application: Copy of college transcript(s). Applications without the required documents will be considered incomplete. Please be sure to scan and attach the required documents to your online application. This is a public contact position. Although no current vacancies require a specific language, bilingual skills are highly desirable, and the eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies that may require bilingual skills. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies that occur within the City including full-time and permanent part-time positions, if applicable. * Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland Examples of Duties Instruct children in basic infant/toddler/preschool education concepts. Assist in organizing and setting up developmentally appropriate education and play materials for the classroom and/or the home. Assist in conducting fire, disaster and safety drills in the classroom; inspect facility for safety standards and maintenance needs. Assist in planning, organizing and scheduling daily activities at the center classroom or in the home. Assist in conducting developmental screenings, on-going child observations, developmental assessments and devise Individual Development Plans (IDP) on all children enrolled in program; assist in developing Individual Education Plans (IEP) for special needs children. Maintain a clean and organized indoor and outdoor environment, including the food service area. Support the initial and final home visits; make additional/on-going home visits as needed. Prepare snacks and serve meals. Assist with conducting outreach and recruiting children and families for enrollment in the Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Program. Observe and supervise children in activities and ensure their health and safety at all times. Observe children for unusual behavior or illness and notify parents. Support parent conferences. Keep routine records for daily attendance and progress of children in the classroom and/or the home. Collaborate with parents in providing an individualized educational program for their children. Support the parent education, planning, and goal setting for parents. Promote parent/child bonding and nurturing parent/child relationships through modeling developmentally and culturally appropriate interactions and communications. Administer Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), as needed. Minimum Requirements for Application Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable. Education: Twelve (12) post-secondary semester units or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed at an accredited or approved college or university. Candidates must have units that cover the general areas of child growth and development, child family and community, child and family, or program/curriculum; AND hold, or qualify for, an Associate Teacher Child Development Permit (or higher level permit) issued by the State of California. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT FOR EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM SUBSTITUTES : Education must include six (6) units of Infant/Toddler coursework. Experience: Four months of full-time work experience or equivalent part-time experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program. Copy of college transcript(s) is required and must be attached. Applications submitted without the required documents will be considered incomplete. Please be sure to scan and attach the required documents to your on-line application. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties. Must obtain a State of California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit within 6 months of employment. Must demonstrate proof of application for Associate Teacher (or higher level) permit from the State of California upon hire. Failure to obtain relevant teaching permit within six months will be grounds for removal. Must obtain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications within one year of employment and maintain throughout tenure of employment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Depending on nature of assignment, candidates who receive offers of employment will be required to submit fingerprints, undergo a criminal record clearance, and have a physical examination including a TB screening. Proficiency in a foreign language may be required. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: Infant, toddler, preschool, and early childhood development, growth and behavior. Motor skills and development. Teaching in an early childhood setting. Classroom management with infant/toddler/preschool children. Safe work practices. Modern office equipment. Personal computer and software applications. Ability to: Lead learning activities for children and parents. Maintain records. Assist in screening and assessing children using developmentally appropriate tools; assist in inputting data into program management tracking software. Plan developmentally appropriate activities for children. Learn and follow Head Start/Early Head Start and California State Licensing rules and regulations. Communicate effectively with children and parents. Follow oral and written directions. Work as part of a team in a culturally diverse environment. Organize and complete work assignments to meet established deadlines pursuant to performance standards and departmental policies and procedures. Make objective observations of children and communicate the findings in writing. Stand, walk, squat, kneel, bend, twist, reach above shoulder level and below waist level, push and pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. while monitoring children. Grasp and manipulate items such as writing utensils. Sit on the floor while working with infants, toddlers and children. Carry and bottle feed infants/toddlers. Walk from a parked car to a home site and climb up flights of stairs as necessary. Administer CPR and Pediatric First Aid. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Supplemental Information The Selection Process Stage I: The first stage in the selection process will consist of a review of each applicant's employment application, college transcript(s), and supplemental questionnaire for minimum qualifications (weighted pass/fail). Be sure to scan and attach a copy of your transcripts to your online application. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be given further consideration. Stage II: The second stage will consist of subject matter experts evaluating and rating the completed supplemental questionnaires. Applicant responses to the supplemental questions must demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section of this announcement. The evaluation of supplemental questions may be weighted 100% of an applicant's score (before residency, seniority and/or veteran points, if applicable) and may determine rank on the eligible list. If a sufficient number of quality application packets are received, the supplemental screening may be followed by a third stage and the most qualified applicants will be invited to the next stage. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to Stage III. Stage III: The third stage may consist of an oral examination that may be preceded by a brief written (weighted 100%) that will test the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section. The ranked eligible list may be developed directly from the supplemental screening OR the results of Stage III. Candidates must earn a scale score of 70 in this examination process to be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This is a continuous recruitment; additional names of successful candidates may be added to the eligible list periodically; candidates’ names will be merged onto the existing eligible list and referred to hiring departments according to rank. Candidates who are on an active eligible list may not re-apply for the duration of the eligible list. Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user on the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oaklandca If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. Date of Examination: Tentatively Scheduled for the week of June 20, 2022 The City of Oakland is an EEO/ADA Employer. The City complies with all Federal, State and local laws mandating Equal Employment Opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 21, 2024
Full Time
The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants to one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill five Head Start/Early Head Start Substitute Associate Instructor vacancies within the Human Services Department. Under direction in the Human Services Department, the ideal candidate will assist in instructing children enrolled in Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Programs; assist in educating parents on early childhood development concepts; assist in developmental assessments; assist in organizing and setting up education and play materials for classroom and/or supports home visits; and performs related duties as assigned. This is an entry-level classification. The incumbent assists assigned teacher(s) in planning, organizing and conducting developmentally appropriate activities for children in the Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Programs. This is a classification in the Head Start Instructor series and can be distinguished from Head Start/Early Head Start Instructor, which allows for the supervision of a Head Start Substitute Associate Instructor position, and Early Childhood Center Director, which is a full supervisory position. The incumbent receives general supervision from the Early Childhood Center Director and may receive lead direction from Head Start/Early Head Start Instructor. **Required at the time of application: Copy of college transcript(s). Applications without the required documents will be considered incomplete. Please be sure to scan and attach the required documents to your online application. This is a public contact position. Although no current vacancies require a specific language, bilingual skills are highly desirable, and the eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies that may require bilingual skills. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies that occur within the City including full-time and permanent part-time positions, if applicable. * Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland Examples of Duties Instruct children in basic infant/toddler/preschool education concepts. Assist in organizing and setting up developmentally appropriate education and play materials for the classroom and/or the home. Assist in conducting fire, disaster and safety drills in the classroom; inspect facility for safety standards and maintenance needs. Assist in planning, organizing and scheduling daily activities at the center classroom or in the home. Assist in conducting developmental screenings, on-going child observations, developmental assessments and devise Individual Development Plans (IDP) on all children enrolled in program; assist in developing Individual Education Plans (IEP) for special needs children. Maintain a clean and organized indoor and outdoor environment, including the food service area. Support the initial and final home visits; make additional/on-going home visits as needed. Prepare snacks and serve meals. Assist with conducting outreach and recruiting children and families for enrollment in the Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Program. Observe and supervise children in activities and ensure their health and safety at all times. Observe children for unusual behavior or illness and notify parents. Support parent conferences. Keep routine records for daily attendance and progress of children in the classroom and/or the home. Collaborate with parents in providing an individualized educational program for their children. Support the parent education, planning, and goal setting for parents. Promote parent/child bonding and nurturing parent/child relationships through modeling developmentally and culturally appropriate interactions and communications. Administer Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), as needed. Minimum Requirements for Application Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable. Education: Twelve (12) post-secondary semester units or equivalent quarter units in early childhood education or child development completed at an accredited or approved college or university. Candidates must have units that cover the general areas of child growth and development, child family and community, child and family, or program/curriculum; AND hold, or qualify for, an Associate Teacher Child Development Permit (or higher level permit) issued by the State of California. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT FOR EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM SUBSTITUTES : Education must include six (6) units of Infant/Toddler coursework. Experience: Four months of full-time work experience or equivalent part-time experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program. Copy of college transcript(s) is required and must be attached. Applications submitted without the required documents will be considered incomplete. Please be sure to scan and attach the required documents to your on-line application. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties. Must obtain a State of California Child Development Associate Teacher Permit within 6 months of employment. Must demonstrate proof of application for Associate Teacher (or higher level) permit from the State of California upon hire. Failure to obtain relevant teaching permit within six months will be grounds for removal. Must obtain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications within one year of employment and maintain throughout tenure of employment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Depending on nature of assignment, candidates who receive offers of employment will be required to submit fingerprints, undergo a criminal record clearance, and have a physical examination including a TB screening. Proficiency in a foreign language may be required. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: Infant, toddler, preschool, and early childhood development, growth and behavior. Motor skills and development. Teaching in an early childhood setting. Classroom management with infant/toddler/preschool children. Safe work practices. Modern office equipment. Personal computer and software applications. Ability to: Lead learning activities for children and parents. Maintain records. Assist in screening and assessing children using developmentally appropriate tools; assist in inputting data into program management tracking software. Plan developmentally appropriate activities for children. Learn and follow Head Start/Early Head Start and California State Licensing rules and regulations. Communicate effectively with children and parents. Follow oral and written directions. Work as part of a team in a culturally diverse environment. Organize and complete work assignments to meet established deadlines pursuant to performance standards and departmental policies and procedures. Make objective observations of children and communicate the findings in writing. Stand, walk, squat, kneel, bend, twist, reach above shoulder level and below waist level, push and pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. while monitoring children. Grasp and manipulate items such as writing utensils. Sit on the floor while working with infants, toddlers and children. Carry and bottle feed infants/toddlers. Walk from a parked car to a home site and climb up flights of stairs as necessary. Administer CPR and Pediatric First Aid. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Supplemental Information The Selection Process Stage I: The first stage in the selection process will consist of a review of each applicant's employment application, college transcript(s), and supplemental questionnaire for minimum qualifications (weighted pass/fail). Be sure to scan and attach a copy of your transcripts to your online application. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be given further consideration. Stage II: The second stage will consist of subject matter experts evaluating and rating the completed supplemental questionnaires. Applicant responses to the supplemental questions must demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section of this announcement. The evaluation of supplemental questions may be weighted 100% of an applicant's score (before residency, seniority and/or veteran points, if applicable) and may determine rank on the eligible list. If a sufficient number of quality application packets are received, the supplemental screening may be followed by a third stage and the most qualified applicants will be invited to the next stage. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to Stage III. Stage III: The third stage may consist of an oral examination that may be preceded by a brief written (weighted 100%) that will test the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section. The ranked eligible list may be developed directly from the supplemental screening OR the results of Stage III. Candidates must earn a scale score of 70 in this examination process to be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This is a continuous recruitment; additional names of successful candidates may be added to the eligible list periodically; candidates’ names will be merged onto the existing eligible list and referred to hiring departments according to rank. Candidates who are on an active eligible list may not re-apply for the duration of the eligible list. Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user on the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oaklandca If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. Date of Examination: Tentatively Scheduled for the week of June 20, 2022 The City of Oakland is an EEO/ADA Employer. The City complies with all Federal, State and local laws mandating Equal Employment Opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CITY OF OAKLAND, CA
Oakland, California, United States
The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants to one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill six (6) Head Start/Early Head Start Assistant Instructor vacancies within the Human Services Department. Under direction in the Human Services Department, the Head Start/Early Head Start Assistant Instructor position assists with instructing children enrolled in Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Programs; assists with introducing parents to early childhood development concepts; observes during developmental assessments and may document observations; assists in organizing and setting up educational and play materials for classrooms; and performs related duties as assigned. The Head Start/Early Head Start Assistant Instructor is an entry-level classification in the Head Start/Early Head Start Instructor series. The incumbent is responsible for assisting assigned teacher(s) with conducting developmentally appropriate activities for children in the Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Programs. This classification can be distinguished from the Head Start/Early Head Start Instructor, which is a fully functional journey-level teacher position. It is further distinguished from the Head Start/Early Head Start Substitute Associate Instructor position, which is also an entry-level position that provides oversight and instruction in the classroom. The incumbent receives general supervision from the Early Childhood Center Director and may receive lead direction from Head Start/Early Head Start Instructors. This is a public contact position. Although no current vacancies require a specific language, bilingual skills are highly desirable, and the eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies that may require bilingual skills. **Required at the time of application: Copy of College Transcripts. Applications without the required documents will be considered incomplete. Please be sure to scan and attach the required documents to your online application. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies that occur within the City including full-time and permanent part-time positions, if applicable. This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received. * Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland Examples of Duties Duties may include but are not limited to the following : Assist with instructing children in basic infant/toddler/preschool education concepts. Assist with organizing and setting up developmentally appropriate educational and play materials for the classroom. Assist with conducting fire, disaster and safety drills in the classroom; inspect facility for safety standards and maintenance needs. Assist with organizing and scheduling daily activities at the center classroom. Prepare snacks and serve meals. Assist with conducting outreach and recruiting children and families for enrollment in the Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Program. Observe, visually supervise and monitor children, and take action as needed during activities to ensure their health and safety at all times. Observe children for unusual behavior or illness and notify Head Start/Early Head Start Instructor or Early Childhood Center Director. Provide support during parent conferences. Maintain a clean and organized indoor and outdoor environment, including the food service area. Assist with maintaining routine records for daily attendance and progress of children in the classroom. Partner with parents to adhere to individualized educational programs (IEPs) for their children. Support the parent education, planning, and goal setting for parents. Promote parent/child bonding and nurturing parent/child relationships through modeling developmentally and culturally appropriate interactions and communications. Administer Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), as needed. Minimum Requirements for Application Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable. Education: Six (6) units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD) from an accredited college or university. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT FOR EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM ASSISTANT INSTRUCTORS : Education must include three (3) units of Infant/Toddler coursework. Experience: None required. Experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program is highly desirable. Copy of college transcript(s) is required and must be attached. Applications submitted without the required documents will be considered incomplete. Please be sure to scan and attach the required documents to your on-line application. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties. Must obtain a State of California Child Development Assistant Teacher Permit within six (6) months of employment. Must demonstrate proof of application for Assistant Teacher Permit from the State of California upon hire. Failure to obtain relevant teaching permit within six (6) months will be grounds for removal. Must obtain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications within one year of employment and maintain throughout tenure of employment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Depending on nature of assignment, candidates who receive offers of employment will be required to submit fingerprints, undergo a criminal record clearance, and have a physical examination including a TB screening. Proficiency in a foreign language may be required. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: Basic concepts of infant, toddler, preschool, and early childhood development, growth and behavior. Motor skills and development fundamentals. Principles and practices of teaching in an early childhood setting. Classroom safety related to care and oversight of infant/toddler/preschool children. Safe work practices. Modern office equipment. Personal computer and software applications. Ability to: Assist with leading learning activities for children and parents. Assist with maintaining records. Support the screening and assessment of children. Assist with implementing developmentally appropriate activities for children. Learn and follow Head Start/Early Head Start and California State Licensing rules and regulations. Communicate effectively with children and parents. Follow oral and written directions. Work as part of a team in a culturally diverse environment. Carry out routine tasks in conjunction with assigned staff to meet established deadlines pursuant to performance standards and departmental policies and procedures. Stand, walk, squat, kneel, bend, twist, reach above shoulder level and below waist level, push and pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. while monitoring children. Grasp and manipulate items such as writing utensils. Sit on the floor while working with infants, toddlers and children. Carry and bottle feed infants/toddlers. Walk from a parked car to a home site and climb up flights of stairs as necessary. Administer CPR and Pediatric First Aid. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Supplemental Information The Selection Process Stage I: The first stage in the selection process will consist of a review of each applicant's employment application, transcripts, and supplemental questionnaire for minimum qualifications (weighted pass/fail). Be sure to scan and attach a copy of your college transcripts to your online application. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be given further consideration. Stage II: The second stage will consist of subject matter experts evaluating and rating the completed supplemental questionnaires. Applicant responses to the supplemental questions must demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section of this announcement. The evaluation of supplemental questions may be weighted 100% of an applicant's score (before residency, seniority and/or veteran points, if applicable) and may determine rank on the eligible list. If a sufficient number of quality application packets are received, the supplemental screening may be followed by a third stage and the most qualified applicants will be invited to the next stage. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to Stage III. Stage III: The third stage may consist of a oral examination that may be preceded by a brief written exercise (weighted 100%) that will test the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section. The ranked eligible list may be developed directly from the supplemental screening OR the results of Stage III. Candidates must earn a scale score of 70 in this examination process to be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This is a continuous recruitment; additional names of successful candidates may be added to the eligible list periodically; candidates’ names will be merged onto the existing eligible list and referred to hiring departments according to rank. Candidates who are on an active eligible list may not re-apply for the duration of the eligible list. Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user on the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oaklandca If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. Date of Examination: Tentatively Scheduled for mid-August, 2022 The City of Oakland is an EEO/ADA Employer. The City complies with all Federal, State and local laws mandating Equal Employment Opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements
Apr 21, 2024
Full Time
The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants to one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill six (6) Head Start/Early Head Start Assistant Instructor vacancies within the Human Services Department. Under direction in the Human Services Department, the Head Start/Early Head Start Assistant Instructor position assists with instructing children enrolled in Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Programs; assists with introducing parents to early childhood development concepts; observes during developmental assessments and may document observations; assists in organizing and setting up educational and play materials for classrooms; and performs related duties as assigned. The Head Start/Early Head Start Assistant Instructor is an entry-level classification in the Head Start/Early Head Start Instructor series. The incumbent is responsible for assisting assigned teacher(s) with conducting developmentally appropriate activities for children in the Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Programs. This classification can be distinguished from the Head Start/Early Head Start Instructor, which is a fully functional journey-level teacher position. It is further distinguished from the Head Start/Early Head Start Substitute Associate Instructor position, which is also an entry-level position that provides oversight and instruction in the classroom. The incumbent receives general supervision from the Early Childhood Center Director and may receive lead direction from Head Start/Early Head Start Instructors. This is a public contact position. Although no current vacancies require a specific language, bilingual skills are highly desirable, and the eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies that may require bilingual skills. **Required at the time of application: Copy of College Transcripts. Applications without the required documents will be considered incomplete. Please be sure to scan and attach the required documents to your online application. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies that occur within the City including full-time and permanent part-time positions, if applicable. This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received. * Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland Examples of Duties Duties may include but are not limited to the following : Assist with instructing children in basic infant/toddler/preschool education concepts. Assist with organizing and setting up developmentally appropriate educational and play materials for the classroom. Assist with conducting fire, disaster and safety drills in the classroom; inspect facility for safety standards and maintenance needs. Assist with organizing and scheduling daily activities at the center classroom. Prepare snacks and serve meals. Assist with conducting outreach and recruiting children and families for enrollment in the Head Start/State Preschool/Early Head Start Program. Observe, visually supervise and monitor children, and take action as needed during activities to ensure their health and safety at all times. Observe children for unusual behavior or illness and notify Head Start/Early Head Start Instructor or Early Childhood Center Director. Provide support during parent conferences. Maintain a clean and organized indoor and outdoor environment, including the food service area. Assist with maintaining routine records for daily attendance and progress of children in the classroom. Partner with parents to adhere to individualized educational programs (IEPs) for their children. Support the parent education, planning, and goal setting for parents. Promote parent/child bonding and nurturing parent/child relationships through modeling developmentally and culturally appropriate interactions and communications. Administer Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), as needed. Minimum Requirements for Application Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable. Education: Six (6) units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development (CD) from an accredited college or university. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT FOR EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM ASSISTANT INSTRUCTORS : Education must include three (3) units of Infant/Toddler coursework. Experience: None required. Experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program is highly desirable. Copy of college transcript(s) is required and must be attached. Applications submitted without the required documents will be considered incomplete. Please be sure to scan and attach the required documents to your on-line application. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties. Must obtain a State of California Child Development Assistant Teacher Permit within six (6) months of employment. Must demonstrate proof of application for Assistant Teacher Permit from the State of California upon hire. Failure to obtain relevant teaching permit within six (6) months will be grounds for removal. Must obtain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications within one year of employment and maintain throughout tenure of employment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Depending on nature of assignment, candidates who receive offers of employment will be required to submit fingerprints, undergo a criminal record clearance, and have a physical examination including a TB screening. Proficiency in a foreign language may be required. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: Basic concepts of infant, toddler, preschool, and early childhood development, growth and behavior. Motor skills and development fundamentals. Principles and practices of teaching in an early childhood setting. Classroom safety related to care and oversight of infant/toddler/preschool children. Safe work practices. Modern office equipment. Personal computer and software applications. Ability to: Assist with leading learning activities for children and parents. Assist with maintaining records. Support the screening and assessment of children. Assist with implementing developmentally appropriate activities for children. Learn and follow Head Start/Early Head Start and California State Licensing rules and regulations. Communicate effectively with children and parents. Follow oral and written directions. Work as part of a team in a culturally diverse environment. Carry out routine tasks in conjunction with assigned staff to meet established deadlines pursuant to performance standards and departmental policies and procedures. Stand, walk, squat, kneel, bend, twist, reach above shoulder level and below waist level, push and pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. while monitoring children. Grasp and manipulate items such as writing utensils. Sit on the floor while working with infants, toddlers and children. Carry and bottle feed infants/toddlers. Walk from a parked car to a home site and climb up flights of stairs as necessary. Administer CPR and Pediatric First Aid. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Supplemental Information The Selection Process Stage I: The first stage in the selection process will consist of a review of each applicant's employment application, transcripts, and supplemental questionnaire for minimum qualifications (weighted pass/fail). Be sure to scan and attach a copy of your college transcripts to your online application. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be given further consideration. Stage II: The second stage will consist of subject matter experts evaluating and rating the completed supplemental questionnaires. Applicant responses to the supplemental questions must demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section of this announcement. The evaluation of supplemental questions may be weighted 100% of an applicant's score (before residency, seniority and/or veteran points, if applicable) and may determine rank on the eligible list. If a sufficient number of quality application packets are received, the supplemental screening may be followed by a third stage and the most qualified applicants will be invited to the next stage. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to Stage III. Stage III: The third stage may consist of a oral examination that may be preceded by a brief written exercise (weighted 100%) that will test the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section. The ranked eligible list may be developed directly from the supplemental screening OR the results of Stage III. Candidates must earn a scale score of 70 in this examination process to be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This is a continuous recruitment; additional names of successful candidates may be added to the eligible list periodically; candidates’ names will be merged onto the existing eligible list and referred to hiring departments according to rank. Candidates who are on an active eligible list may not re-apply for the duration of the eligible list. Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user on the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oaklandca If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. Date of Examination: Tentatively Scheduled for mid-August, 2022 The City of Oakland is an EEO/ADA Employer. The City complies with all Federal, State and local laws mandating Equal Employment Opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y4954L FILING DATES: January 28, 2022 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 26 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 6.5 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. We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. Essential Job Functions DEFINITION: Prepares and processes tissue specimens for light and electron microscopic and immunohistochemical analysis by the pathologist. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Stains slides from paraffin and plastic embedded sections using routine, special or histochemical stains to demonstrate pathological features of the tissue. Inspects microtome, ultramicrotome, cryostat, and tissue processor for general maintenance and use. Prepares surgical specimens for fixation, dehydration and embedding in wax or plastic for sectioning. Assures that all required chemicals and solutions are properly prepared and in place for proper infiltration of tissue during processing. Inspects and positions block with specimen for best orientation, to enable the pathologist to make a diagnosis through the use of light and/or electron microscopy. Cuts with microtome or ultramicrotome instruments, paraffin and plastic sections for study and viewing by a pathologist using light and electron microscopes. Advises pathology residents and interns regarding limitations and thickness of surgical specimens to be processed for routine or special studies by light and/or electron microscopy. Prepares and sharpens microtome knives for paraffin sectioning or cuts glass knives for sectioning plastic blocks of surgical specimens. Prepares frozen sections from specimens submitted fresh to the laboratory for rapid histological diagnosis. Operates an electron microscope to inspect sections of selected tissue. Prepares black and white photographic enlargements of surgical specimens from negatives produced by the electron microscope. Maintains darkroom supplies including preparing photographic chemicals. Gross examination of biopsy specimens to be submitted in its entirety. Requirements REQUIREMENTS: SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : OPTION I - One (1) year experience in the preparation of tissue specimens for morphological analysis under a light and electron microscope, including sectioning and staining with Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E) from paraffin or plastic blocks, in an approved laboratory* . OPTION II - An Associate of Science Degree** or equivalent from an accredited college with specialization in histology or electron microscopy or in a related laboratory field and practical experience in the processing and staining of specimens for morphologic examination. PHYSICAL CLASS II - 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. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *An approved laboratory is defined as a clinical laboratory that has a federal issued Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment Laboratory Certificate of Accreditation that authorizes the laboratory to accept human specimens for the purpose of performing laboratory examinations, and is accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) or Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). **In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as an Associate's or Bachelor's degree, or for completion of a certificate program, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official certificates with your application at time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing online. Applications submitted without the required evidence of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official certificates will be rejected. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION(S) : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: A Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree** in Laboratory Science or a related laboratory field from an accredited college or university. Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).*** Experience in immunohistochemical staining and/or histochemical stains**** Experience in specimen grossing.***** ***The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification (BOC) affirms that an individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to perform the essential task in the medical laboratory. The ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) is the gold standard in global certification for medical laboratory professional. Histotechnologists and Histotechnicians certified by the ASCP, a separate certifying body within the organizational structure of the American Society for Clinical Pathology, Inc. ****The experience must include the use of AFB (Acid Fast Bacilli), GMS (Gomori’s Methemamine Silver), PAS (Periodic Acid Schiff), Trichrome, and Iron stains. *****Th e experience must include inspecting the specimens, describing and measuring the tissue, inking if needed, and sectioning the tissue to be processed for diagnosis. Additional Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education 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 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 on 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. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from 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 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. 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. 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. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the 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 . 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. 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 and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 4:59p.m., PT, on the last of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst, Carin Anderson atCanderson5@dhs.lacounty.govwithin 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include your name, the exam number and the exam title. 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 Canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov , noreply@governmentjobs.com 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. 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. 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. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application 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. 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 . ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Carin Anderson Canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov (best contact due to telework) Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y4954L FILING DATES: January 28, 2022 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 26 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 6.5 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. We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. Essential Job Functions DEFINITION: Prepares and processes tissue specimens for light and electron microscopic and immunohistochemical analysis by the pathologist. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Stains slides from paraffin and plastic embedded sections using routine, special or histochemical stains to demonstrate pathological features of the tissue. Inspects microtome, ultramicrotome, cryostat, and tissue processor for general maintenance and use. Prepares surgical specimens for fixation, dehydration and embedding in wax or plastic for sectioning. Assures that all required chemicals and solutions are properly prepared and in place for proper infiltration of tissue during processing. Inspects and positions block with specimen for best orientation, to enable the pathologist to make a diagnosis through the use of light and/or electron microscopy. Cuts with microtome or ultramicrotome instruments, paraffin and plastic sections for study and viewing by a pathologist using light and electron microscopes. Advises pathology residents and interns regarding limitations and thickness of surgical specimens to be processed for routine or special studies by light and/or electron microscopy. Prepares and sharpens microtome knives for paraffin sectioning or cuts glass knives for sectioning plastic blocks of surgical specimens. Prepares frozen sections from specimens submitted fresh to the laboratory for rapid histological diagnosis. Operates an electron microscope to inspect sections of selected tissue. Prepares black and white photographic enlargements of surgical specimens from negatives produced by the electron microscope. Maintains darkroom supplies including preparing photographic chemicals. Gross examination of biopsy specimens to be submitted in its entirety. Requirements REQUIREMENTS: SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : OPTION I - One (1) year experience in the preparation of tissue specimens for morphological analysis under a light and electron microscope, including sectioning and staining with Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E) from paraffin or plastic blocks, in an approved laboratory* . OPTION II - An Associate of Science Degree** or equivalent from an accredited college with specialization in histology or electron microscopy or in a related laboratory field and practical experience in the processing and staining of specimens for morphologic examination. PHYSICAL CLASS II - 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. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *An approved laboratory is defined as a clinical laboratory that has a federal issued Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment Laboratory Certificate of Accreditation that authorizes the laboratory to accept human specimens for the purpose of performing laboratory examinations, and is accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) or Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). **In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as an Associate's or Bachelor's degree, or for completion of a certificate program, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official certificates with your application at time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing online. Applications submitted without the required evidence of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official certificates will be rejected. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION(S) : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: A Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree** in Laboratory Science or a related laboratory field from an accredited college or university. Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).*** Experience in immunohistochemical staining and/or histochemical stains**** Experience in specimen grossing.***** ***The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification (BOC) affirms that an individual demonstrates the knowledge and skills to perform the essential task in the medical laboratory. The ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) is the gold standard in global certification for medical laboratory professional. Histotechnologists and Histotechnicians certified by the ASCP, a separate certifying body within the organizational structure of the American Society for Clinical Pathology, Inc. ****The experience must include the use of AFB (Acid Fast Bacilli), GMS (Gomori’s Methemamine Silver), PAS (Periodic Acid Schiff), Trichrome, and Iron stains. *****Th e experience must include inspecting the specimens, describing and measuring the tissue, inking if needed, and sectioning the tissue to be processed for diagnosis. Additional Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education 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 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 on 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. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from 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 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. 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. 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. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the 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 . 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. 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 and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 4:59p.m., PT, on the last of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst, Carin Anderson atCanderson5@dhs.lacounty.govwithin 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include your name, the exam number and the exam title. 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 Canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov , noreply@governmentjobs.com 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. 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. 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. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application 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. 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 . ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Carin Anderson Canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov (best contact due to telework) Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
The Technical Support Technician is responsible for performing customer service and entry level technical support for users for IT functions within a department or division. support involves computer systems administration and support tasks, including customer communications, documenting, inventorying, testing, maintaining, basic troubleshooting, triage, repair and support of PC hardware, software, operating systems, software applications, peripherals and mobile devices. Apply By: Continuous Division: Sheriff Support Services Division Management Level: Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. Description: ******* HIRING RANGE $48,984.00 - $56,846.40 ******* Compensation is based upon relevant experience, skills and education. ******* TOP SALARY: $73,528.00 ******* Achieved through merit and time in position. Apply by May 30, 2024 Performs a variety of computer maintenance and support tasks, including receiving and documenting incoming support calls, inventorying, basic troubleshooting of PC hardware, software, operating systems, software applications, peripherals and mobile phones. Exercises judgment and decision making in the diagnosis and resolution of basic computer hardware and software problems. Follows established processes and procedures. Provides input for process optimization. Receipting, pulling orders, staging orders, processing delivery receipts, scanning, performing end-of-day processing and performing cycle counts. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. **The starting/hiring annual salary for this position is $48,984.00 ($23.55/hr) with a top salary of $73,528.00 ($35.35/hr) after merit and time in grade based pay increases.**** THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION Current Minimum Qualifications: Education: Associate’s Degree Recommended Equivalency: Certifications: a combination of (2) Technical Certifications related to the job function to include, but not limited to -- CompTIA A+ Security+ Network+ HDI Support Center Information Technology Infrastructure Library Google IT Support Professional Certificate Military Technical Training or equivalent experience OR Technical Certificate (see examples above) 9 months of IT experience in a similar or higher complexity position Education: Associate's Degree Experience: Work Experience: Minimum one year Certifications: Languages: Category: Information Technology Services
Apr 25, 2024
Full Time
The Technical Support Technician is responsible for performing customer service and entry level technical support for users for IT functions within a department or division. support involves computer systems administration and support tasks, including customer communications, documenting, inventorying, testing, maintaining, basic troubleshooting, triage, repair and support of PC hardware, software, operating systems, software applications, peripherals and mobile devices. Apply By: Continuous Division: Sheriff Support Services Division Management Level: Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. Description: ******* HIRING RANGE $48,984.00 - $56,846.40 ******* Compensation is based upon relevant experience, skills and education. ******* TOP SALARY: $73,528.00 ******* Achieved through merit and time in position. Apply by May 30, 2024 Performs a variety of computer maintenance and support tasks, including receiving and documenting incoming support calls, inventorying, basic troubleshooting of PC hardware, software, operating systems, software applications, peripherals and mobile phones. Exercises judgment and decision making in the diagnosis and resolution of basic computer hardware and software problems. Follows established processes and procedures. Provides input for process optimization. Receipting, pulling orders, staging orders, processing delivery receipts, scanning, performing end-of-day processing and performing cycle counts. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. **The starting/hiring annual salary for this position is $48,984.00 ($23.55/hr) with a top salary of $73,528.00 ($35.35/hr) after merit and time in grade based pay increases.**** THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION Current Minimum Qualifications: Education: Associate’s Degree Recommended Equivalency: Certifications: a combination of (2) Technical Certifications related to the job function to include, but not limited to -- CompTIA A+ Security+ Network+ HDI Support Center Information Technology Infrastructure Library Google IT Support Professional Certificate Military Technical Training or equivalent experience OR Technical Certificate (see examples above) 9 months of IT experience in a similar or higher complexity position Education: Associate's Degree Experience: Work Experience: Minimum one year Certifications: Languages: Category: Information Technology Services
All current City of Sarasota employees must apply to job postings on the internal career site. Come work at a place where employees of the City serve with Excellence and Pride! Department: Building Services Employee Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Salary Range: $31.0567 - $40.3737 Hourly / $64,597.94 - $83,977.30 Annually Job Posting Period: April 30, 2024 - May 08, 2024 12:00 A.M. Job Description: Overview Insures conformity with the Building Code and Zoning ordinance through the division's examination of plans and through site inspections. Reviews plans for compliance with the flood zone regulations as found in the Florida Building Code. Coordinates the Federal Emergency Management Community Rating System program responsibilities of the Development Services Department. Essential Functions S erves as the City’s Community Rating System (CRS) Coordinator and follows up on all efforts needed to comply with this program, including but not limited to maintaining and improving, when possible, the rate classification. Tracks changes in the Community Rating System (CRS) program and completes verification and annual CRS recertification. Manages all aspects of the Community Rating System program. Participates in the Local Hazard Mitigation Strategy Team, the Multi-Jurisdictional Program for Public Information (PPI), County Floodplain Management Program, etc. Reviews elevation, floodproofing and velocity zone certificates, Non-Conversion Agreements and accompanying documentation for compliance with FEMA, City ordinances, and the Florida Building Code. Maintains records and documents that keep the community eligible to participate in the FEMA’s NFIP and CRS program. Maintains the Community Floodplain Management Reference Library. Ability to understand and administer the Zoning Code provisions. Makes field inspections and site visits to investigate a complaint and/or recognize a resolution. related to compliance with the City’s Floodplain Ordinance as necessary. Attends Planning Board, Board of Adjustment and City Commission meetings as needed. Initiates changes as well as new programs to the databases including GIS. Consult and interact with contractors, engineers, architects, the general public, and other departments. Reviews permit applications for flood zone compliance. Is responsible for developing educational programs for the City flood zone programs. Provides flood zone advice to both callers and walk-in customers. Explains floodplain development and National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) requirements to the general public, elected officials, developers, architects, land surveyors, planners, and engineers Performs technical plan reviews and inspections for Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) modifications Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), Letter of Map Amendments (LOMA), and Conditional Letter of Map Amendments (CLOMR); The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. Minimum Qualifications Associate Degree from an accredited college or university. Five (5) years experience in planning, zoning, building flood-plain or related work; or the equivalent in education, training, and experience, which would provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is required. Possession of and ability to maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License is required. Must secure position required Incident Command System and National Incident Management System Certifications within one year of employment. Floodplain Manager Certification must be secured within 6 months of employment. Florida Plans Examiner License is preferred. Job Based Competencies Ability to read and interpret flood maps. Understanding of FEMA and Florida Building Code flood zone regulations. Ability to understand and administer Community Rating System. Ability to understand and interpret plans and specifications. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, contractors, fellow employees, and county, state, and federal officials. Ability to present ideas and findings clearly and concisely in both written and oral form. Knowledge of Municipal Law, Boards, and their function. Knowledge of the principles and practices of zoning as applied to the enforcement of zoning regulations. Knowledge of planning methods and other development ordinances. Ability to utilize various computer software programs such as Word, Excel, GIS, and City programs. Ability to work independently on complex tasks and deal with non-routine matters. Responsibility Under the direction of and responsible to the Department Head or designated representative. No supervision exercised. Physical Requirements This is primarily sedentary work requiring limited physical effort. Position requires visual acuity for reviewing, checking, preparing, and maintaining written and computer files. The incumbent is required to have sufficient hearing to accurately perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Manual dexterity to operate standard office, data entry, and word processing equipment is required. Public Contact Considerable public contact. May act as department representative. Retirement Benefit The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit MyFrs.com. Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving. NOTE: The City of Sarasota is an Equal Employment Opportunity , Veteran, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace employer. Click to view a copy of the City's Veterans Recruitment Plan . I f you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jake Brown our ADA Coordinator. Jake can be reached via email at Jake.Brown@sarasotafl.gov or via phone at 941-263-6299. F or questions pertaining to general employment or job application status, please call 941-263-6476, or email HR@sarasotafl.gov
May 01, 2024
Full Time
All current City of Sarasota employees must apply to job postings on the internal career site. Come work at a place where employees of the City serve with Excellence and Pride! Department: Building Services Employee Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Salary Range: $31.0567 - $40.3737 Hourly / $64,597.94 - $83,977.30 Annually Job Posting Period: April 30, 2024 - May 08, 2024 12:00 A.M. Job Description: Overview Insures conformity with the Building Code and Zoning ordinance through the division's examination of plans and through site inspections. Reviews plans for compliance with the flood zone regulations as found in the Florida Building Code. Coordinates the Federal Emergency Management Community Rating System program responsibilities of the Development Services Department. Essential Functions S erves as the City’s Community Rating System (CRS) Coordinator and follows up on all efforts needed to comply with this program, including but not limited to maintaining and improving, when possible, the rate classification. Tracks changes in the Community Rating System (CRS) program and completes verification and annual CRS recertification. Manages all aspects of the Community Rating System program. Participates in the Local Hazard Mitigation Strategy Team, the Multi-Jurisdictional Program for Public Information (PPI), County Floodplain Management Program, etc. Reviews elevation, floodproofing and velocity zone certificates, Non-Conversion Agreements and accompanying documentation for compliance with FEMA, City ordinances, and the Florida Building Code. Maintains records and documents that keep the community eligible to participate in the FEMA’s NFIP and CRS program. Maintains the Community Floodplain Management Reference Library. Ability to understand and administer the Zoning Code provisions. Makes field inspections and site visits to investigate a complaint and/or recognize a resolution. related to compliance with the City’s Floodplain Ordinance as necessary. Attends Planning Board, Board of Adjustment and City Commission meetings as needed. Initiates changes as well as new programs to the databases including GIS. Consult and interact with contractors, engineers, architects, the general public, and other departments. Reviews permit applications for flood zone compliance. Is responsible for developing educational programs for the City flood zone programs. Provides flood zone advice to both callers and walk-in customers. Explains floodplain development and National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) requirements to the general public, elected officials, developers, architects, land surveyors, planners, and engineers Performs technical plan reviews and inspections for Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) modifications Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), Letter of Map Amendments (LOMA), and Conditional Letter of Map Amendments (CLOMR); The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. Minimum Qualifications Associate Degree from an accredited college or university. Five (5) years experience in planning, zoning, building flood-plain or related work; or the equivalent in education, training, and experience, which would provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is required. Possession of and ability to maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License is required. Must secure position required Incident Command System and National Incident Management System Certifications within one year of employment. Floodplain Manager Certification must be secured within 6 months of employment. Florida Plans Examiner License is preferred. Job Based Competencies Ability to read and interpret flood maps. Understanding of FEMA and Florida Building Code flood zone regulations. Ability to understand and administer Community Rating System. Ability to understand and interpret plans and specifications. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, contractors, fellow employees, and county, state, and federal officials. Ability to present ideas and findings clearly and concisely in both written and oral form. Knowledge of Municipal Law, Boards, and their function. Knowledge of the principles and practices of zoning as applied to the enforcement of zoning regulations. Knowledge of planning methods and other development ordinances. Ability to utilize various computer software programs such as Word, Excel, GIS, and City programs. Ability to work independently on complex tasks and deal with non-routine matters. Responsibility Under the direction of and responsible to the Department Head or designated representative. No supervision exercised. Physical Requirements This is primarily sedentary work requiring limited physical effort. Position requires visual acuity for reviewing, checking, preparing, and maintaining written and computer files. The incumbent is required to have sufficient hearing to accurately perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Manual dexterity to operate standard office, data entry, and word processing equipment is required. Public Contact Considerable public contact. May act as department representative. Retirement Benefit The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit MyFrs.com. Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving. NOTE: The City of Sarasota is an Equal Employment Opportunity , Veteran, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace employer. Click to view a copy of the City's Veterans Recruitment Plan . I f you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jake Brown our ADA Coordinator. Jake can be reached via email at Jake.Brown@sarasotafl.gov or via phone at 941-263-6299. F or questions pertaining to general employment or job application status, please call 941-263-6476, or email HR@sarasotafl.gov
CITY OF OAKLAND, CA
Oakland, California, United States
The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants to one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill three (3) Early Head Start Instructor vacancies in either/or Center-based and Home-based settings within the Human Services Department. Oakland is proud to offer their employees a generous comprehensive benefit package and is committed to the well-being of its employees. Benefits can include: Medical coverage, dental plans, vision care as well as deferred compensation, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Under direction in the Human Services Department, Early Head Start Instructors instruct children enrolled in Early Head Start Programs; instruct parents on early childhood development concepts; assist in developmental assessments; organize and set up education and play materials for classroom and/or make home visits; and perform related duties as assigned. This is an entry-level classification. The incumbent is responsible for the full range of instructional duties associated with teaching parents of infants/toddlers in the Early Head Start Program. This is a classification in the Early Childhood Instructor series and can be distinguished from Early Childhood Center Director, which is a working supervisor position, and Childhood Education Coordinator, which is a full supervisory position. The incumbent receives general supervision from the Early Childhood Center Director or the Childhood Education Coordinator and may provide lead direction to substitute teachers or other assigned staff. **Required at the time of application: Copy of College Transcript and copy of a State of California Child Development Permit at Teacher level or higher (or copy of proof of application). Applications without the required documents will be considered incomplete. Please be sure to scan and attached the required documents to your online application. This is a public contact position. Although no current vacancies require a specific language, bilingual skills are highly desirable, and the eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies that may require bilingual skills. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies that occur within the City including full-time and permanent part-time positions, if applicable. This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received. * Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Instruct children in basic infant/toddler education concepts. Organize and set up developmentally appropriate education and play materials for the classroom and/or the home. Conduct fire, disaster and safety drills in the classroom; inspect facility for safety standards and maintenance needs. Assist in planning, organizing and scheduling daily activities at the center classroom or in the home. Conduct developmental screenings, ongoing child observations, developmental assessments and devise Individual Development Plans (IDP) on all children enrolled in program; assist in developing Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) for special needs children. Maintain a clean and organized indoor and outdoor environment, including the food service area. Make initial and final home visits; make additional/on-going home visits as needed. Prepare snacks and serve meals. Conduct outreach and recruit children and families for enrollment in the program. Observe and supervise children in activities and ensure their health and safety at all times. Observe children for unusual behavior or illness and notify parents. Conduct parent conferences. Keep routine records for daily attendance and progress of children in the classroom and/or the home. Conduct weekly home visits for 1.5 hours per session. Collaborate with parents in providing an individualized educational program for their children in the home. Provide parent education, planning, and goal setting for parents. May assist with the process of planning and implementing the health programs in areas such as physical examination, vision, hearing, dental screening, and growth/nutritional assessment; complete vision, hearing, growth, and nutrition assessments as needed; provide all necessary follow-up in these or other health needs. Implement and plan socializations twice a month for three-hour sessions. Promote parent/child bonding and nurturing parent/child relationships through modeling developmentally and culturally sensitive interactions and communications. Administer Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), as needed. Minimum Requirements for Application Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable. Education: An Associate, Bachelor's or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development (ECE/CD) or related field including three (3) units supervised field experience in early childhood education/child development (ECE/CD) completed at an accredited or approved college or university, at least three (3) units of which must be in infant/toddler coursework. OR Twenty-four (24) units in ECE/CD including core courses plus sixteen (16) General Education (GE) units completed at an accredited or approved college or university, at least three (3) units of which must be in infant/toddler coursework. AND hold, or qualify for, a Teacher Permit (or higher level permit) issued by the State of California. Experience: Six months of full-time work experience or one year of part-time experience in a licensed childcare center or comparable group child care program. Licenses: Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties. Must obtain a State of California Child Development Permit at the Teacher level within six months of employment and maintain throughout tenure of employment. Must demonstrate proof of application for Teacher (or higher level) permit from the State of California upon hire. Failure to obtain relevant teaching permit within six months will be grounds for removal during probation. Must obtain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications within one year of employment and maintain throughout tenure of employment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Depending on nature of assignment, candidates who receive offers of employment will be required to submit fingerprints, undergo a criminal record clearance, and have a physical examination including a TB screening. Proficiency in a foreign language may be required. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Infant, toddler, and early childhood development, growth and behavior. Motor skills and development. Teaching in an early childhood setting. Classroom management with Infant-Toddler children. Report writing. Safe work practices. Modern office equipment Personal computer and software applications. Ability to: Maintain high quality classroom environments that meet or exceed the national average. Lead learning activities for children and parents. Maintain records and effectively prepare reports. Screen and assess children using developmentally appropriate tools; input data into program management tracking software. Plan developmentally appropriate activities for children. Learn and follow Early Head Start program procedures and regulations. Communicate effectively with children and parents. Follow oral and written directions. Work as part of a team in a culturally diverse environment. Organize and complete work assignments to meet established deadlines pursuant to performance standards and departmental policies and procedures. Make objective observations of children and communicate the findings in writing. Stand, walk, squat, kneel, bend, twist, reach above shoulder level and below waist level, push and pull, and lift up to 30 lbs. while monitoring children. Grasp and manipulate items such as writing utensils. Sit on the floor while working with infants, toddlers and children. Carry and bottle feed infants/toddlers. Walk from a parked car to a home site and climb up flights of stairs as necessary. Administer CPR and Pediatric First Aid. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Supplemental Information The Selection Process Stage I: The first stage in the selection process will consist of a review of each applicant's employment application, copy of teacher's permit (or proof of application), copy of college transcripts, and supplemental questionnaire for minimum qualifications (weighted pass/fail). Be sure to scan and attach a copy of your teacher's permit (or proof of application), and copy of college transcripts to your online application. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be given further consideration. Stage II: The second stage will consist of subject matter experts evaluating and rating the completed supplemental questionnaires. Applicant responses to the supplemental questions must demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section of this announcement. The evaluation of supplemental questions may be weighted 100% of an applicant's score (before residency, seniority and/or veteran points, if applicable) and may determine rank on the eligible list. If a sufficient number of quality application packets are received, the supplemental screening may be followed by a third stage and the most qualified applicants will be invited to the next stage. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to Stage III. Stage III: The third stage may consist of an oral examination that may be preceded by a brief assessment exercises (weighted 100%) that will test the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section. The ranked eligible list may be developed directly from the supplemental screening OR the results of Stage III. Candidates must earn a scale score of 70 in this examination process to be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This is a continuous recruitment; additional names of successful candidates may be added to the eligible list periodically; candidates’ names will be merged onto the existing eligible list and referred to hiring departments according to rank. Candidates who are on an active eligible list may not re-apply for the duration of the eligible list. Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user on the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oaklandca If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. Date of Examination: Tentatively Scheduled for the week of June 13, 2022 The City of Oakland is an EEO/ADA Employer. The City complies with all Federal, State and local laws mandating Equal Employment Opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 21, 2024
Full Time
The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants to one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill three (3) Early Head Start Instructor vacancies in either/or Center-based and Home-based settings within the Human Services Department. Oakland is proud to offer their employees a generous comprehensive benefit package and is committed to the well-being of its employees. Benefits can include: Medical coverage, dental plans, vision care as well as deferred compensation, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Under direction in the Human Services Department, Early Head Start Instructors instruct children enrolled in Early Head Start Programs; instruct parents on early childhood development concepts; assist in developmental assessments; organize and set up education and play materials for classroom and/or make home visits; and perform related duties as assigned. This is an entry-level classification. The incumbent is responsible for the full range of instructional duties associated with teaching parents of infants/toddlers in the Early Head Start Program. This is a classification in the Early Childhood Instructor series and can be distinguished from Early Childhood Center Director, which is a working supervisor position, and Childhood Education Coordinator, which is a full supervisory position. The incumbent receives general supervision from the Early Childhood Center Director or the Childhood Education Coordinator and may provide lead direction to substitute teachers or other assigned staff. **Required at the time of application: Copy of College Transcript and copy of a State of California Child Development Permit at Teacher level or higher (or copy of proof of application). Applications without the required documents will be considered incomplete. Please be sure to scan and attached the required documents to your online application. This is a public contact position. Although no current vacancies require a specific language, bilingual skills are highly desirable, and the eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies that may require bilingual skills. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies that occur within the City including full-time and permanent part-time positions, if applicable. This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received. * Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Instruct children in basic infant/toddler education concepts. Organize and set up developmentally appropriate education and play materials for the classroom and/or the home. Conduct fire, disaster and safety drills in the classroom; inspect facility for safety standards and maintenance needs. Assist in planning, organizing and scheduling daily activities at the center classroom or in the home. Conduct developmental screenings, ongoing child observations, developmental assessments and devise Individual Development Plans (IDP) on all children enrolled in program; assist in developing Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) for special needs children. Maintain a clean and organized indoor and outdoor environment, including the food service area. Make initial and final home visits; make additional/on-going home visits as needed. Prepare snacks and serve meals. Conduct outreach and recruit children and families for enrollment in the program. Observe and supervise children in activities and ensure their health and safety at all times. Observe children for unusual behavior or illness and notify parents. Conduct parent conferences. Keep routine records for daily attendance and progress of children in the classroom and/or the home. Conduct weekly home visits for 1.5 hours per session. Collaborate with parents in providing an individualized educational program for their children in the home. Provide parent education, planning, and goal setting for parents. May assist with the process of planning and implementing the health programs in areas such as physical examination, vision, hearing, dental screening, and growth/nutritional assessment; complete vision, hearing, growth, and nutrition assessments as needed; provide all necessary follow-up in these or other health needs. Implement and plan socializations twice a month for three-hour sessions. Promote parent/child bonding and nurturing parent/child relationships through modeling developmentally and culturally sensitive interactions and communications. Administer Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), as needed. Minimum Requirements for Application Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable. Education: An Associate, Bachelor's or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development (ECE/CD) or related field including three (3) units supervised field experience in early childhood education/child development (ECE/CD) completed at an accredited or approved college or university, at least three (3) units of which must be in infant/toddler coursework. OR Twenty-four (24) units in ECE/CD including core courses plus sixteen (16) General Education (GE) units completed at an accredited or approved college or university, at least three (3) units of which must be in infant/toddler coursework. AND hold, or qualify for, a Teacher Permit (or higher level permit) issued by the State of California. Experience: Six months of full-time work experience or one year of part-time experience in a licensed childcare center or comparable group child care program. Licenses: Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties. Must obtain a State of California Child Development Permit at the Teacher level within six months of employment and maintain throughout tenure of employment. Must demonstrate proof of application for Teacher (or higher level) permit from the State of California upon hire. Failure to obtain relevant teaching permit within six months will be grounds for removal during probation. Must obtain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certifications within one year of employment and maintain throughout tenure of employment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Depending on nature of assignment, candidates who receive offers of employment will be required to submit fingerprints, undergo a criminal record clearance, and have a physical examination including a TB screening. Proficiency in a foreign language may be required. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Infant, toddler, and early childhood development, growth and behavior. Motor skills and development. Teaching in an early childhood setting. Classroom management with Infant-Toddler children. Report writing. Safe work practices. Modern office equipment Personal computer and software applications. Ability to: Maintain high quality classroom environments that meet or exceed the national average. Lead learning activities for children and parents. Maintain records and effectively prepare reports. Screen and assess children using developmentally appropriate tools; input data into program management tracking software. Plan developmentally appropriate activities for children. Learn and follow Early Head Start program procedures and regulations. Communicate effectively with children and parents. Follow oral and written directions. Work as part of a team in a culturally diverse environment. Organize and complete work assignments to meet established deadlines pursuant to performance standards and departmental policies and procedures. Make objective observations of children and communicate the findings in writing. Stand, walk, squat, kneel, bend, twist, reach above shoulder level and below waist level, push and pull, and lift up to 30 lbs. while monitoring children. Grasp and manipulate items such as writing utensils. Sit on the floor while working with infants, toddlers and children. Carry and bottle feed infants/toddlers. Walk from a parked car to a home site and climb up flights of stairs as necessary. Administer CPR and Pediatric First Aid. Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Supplemental Information The Selection Process Stage I: The first stage in the selection process will consist of a review of each applicant's employment application, copy of teacher's permit (or proof of application), copy of college transcripts, and supplemental questionnaire for minimum qualifications (weighted pass/fail). Be sure to scan and attach a copy of your teacher's permit (or proof of application), and copy of college transcripts to your online application. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be given further consideration. Stage II: The second stage will consist of subject matter experts evaluating and rating the completed supplemental questionnaires. Applicant responses to the supplemental questions must demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section of this announcement. The evaluation of supplemental questions may be weighted 100% of an applicant's score (before residency, seniority and/or veteran points, if applicable) and may determine rank on the eligible list. If a sufficient number of quality application packets are received, the supplemental screening may be followed by a third stage and the most qualified applicants will be invited to the next stage. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to Stage III. Stage III: The third stage may consist of an oral examination that may be preceded by a brief assessment exercises (weighted 100%) that will test the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section. The ranked eligible list may be developed directly from the supplemental screening OR the results of Stage III. Candidates must earn a scale score of 70 in this examination process to be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This is a continuous recruitment; additional names of successful candidates may be added to the eligible list periodically; candidates’ names will be merged onto the existing eligible list and referred to hiring departments according to rank. Candidates who are on an active eligible list may not re-apply for the duration of the eligible list. Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user on the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oaklandca If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. Date of Examination: Tentatively Scheduled for the week of June 13, 2022 The City of Oakland is an EEO/ADA Employer. The City complies with all Federal, State and local laws mandating Equal Employment Opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements Closing Date/Time: Continuous
California State Polytechnic University Pomona
3801 West Temple Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768, USA
Type of Appointment: Full-time, Management Personnel Plan (MPP II) Anticipated Salary Range : $102,000 to $112,500 Annually (Commensurate with qualifications and experience) Benefits Include: (15) Paid Holidays, (24) Vacation Days, Comprehensive Benefits Package Recruitment Closing Date : Open Until Filled First Application Review Date: May 15, 2024 THE DEPARTMENT: Financial Services is responsible for all accounting and finance related activities of the University. Services provided include, but are not limited to, general accounting and financial reporting, disbursements, third party billing/accounts receivable, external audit coordination, tax compliance, student aid accounting, cash receipts/cashiering, cash flow and investment management, PeopleSoft Finance, and capital asset accounting and reporting. The General Accounting and Financial Reporting/Tax unit is responsible for all general accounting, GAAP and financial reporting, tax and related activities of the University. Such activities include, but are not limited to the management, controls, and reporting of the University financial operations, such as third-party accounts receivable/billing, journal entry processing, account reconciliation and analysis, internal and external audits, tax filings, internal controls, and reporting of the Audited Financial Statements of the University. The unit works closely with the Accounts Payable and Student Accounting and Cashiering Services areas; and interfaces with other campus administrative operations, such as the Budget Office, Procurement and Support Services and the Enterprise Applications department. The unit also manages all campus accounting and reporting relationships, including those with the State Controller's Office and the CSU's Chancellor's Office. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as point manager for external auditors, campus auxiliaries, and the Chancellor's Office on external audit engagements to plan, manage, and direct the external audit of the University financial statements. Coordinate and assist with external audit firm inquiries and requests, State auditors, and any internal/CSU related financial audit processes. Prepare and maintain GAAP financial statements in the correct GASB reporting model format for the CSU, review for consistency, accuracy, and comparability. Implement all relevant accounting pronouncements derived from GAAP, GASB, and FASB. Provide auditors with the campus reporting package, financial statement variance analysis, audit schedules and audit documentation. Complete audit package prior to the beginning of field work; including the preparation of working papers to convert Legal basis data into GAAP accrual basis. Analyze and prepare journal entries to record financial data; including faculty accruals, compensated absences, prepaid expenses, library collections, capitalized leases, inventories, reclassification of fund balance clearing accounts, CWIP, capitalization of CWIP, self-insurance claims liability, campus originated long-term debt obligations, and various expenditure accruals. Record a variety of year-end pass down entries from the Chancellor's Office pertaining to long-term debt obligations and pension liabilities. Plan and ensure that the PeopleSoft accounting system is in compliance with legally mandated accounting and FIRMS requirements, GAAP and GASB standards. Oversee the reconciliation of the PeopleSoft finance system and reports pertaining to asset management, transfers, and capital expenditures on a monthly and annual basis. Monitor and coordinate with various departments regarding resolutions and follow-up for abnormal balances and various documents required to complete the audit package. Develop and implement methods and work procedures to ensure proper accounting classification and reporting of financial data for Legal, FIRMS, GAAP basis of accounting and GASB standards. Oversee the University’s capital asset infrastructure reporting and depreciation requirements in accordance with the CSU Capital Asset Guide in collaboration with Procurement and Support Services. Review the recording of non-equipment related transactions into the Asset Management module, including the tracking of CWIP and donated asset/gift-in-kind activity. Recommend and implement changes and new procedures to facilitate fixed asset capitalization, reconciliation, depreciation and yearend fixed asset reporting requirements. Review monthly journal entries on fixed asset capitalization; including donated assets and gifts-in-kind. Oversee the preparation of the necessary audit documentation and schedules to support current year capital asset activity; including donated assets and gifts-in-kind. Assess financial statement drafts submitted by auxiliary organizations to reconcile and incorporate auxiliary financial data into the campus financial statement reporting model. Aid in the preparation of SCO GAAP schedules to be submitted to the Chancellor’s Office to help facilitate SCO reporting requirements. Review and analyze financial reports for compliance with Legal, FIRMS, GAAP and GASB requirements. Review, analyze and reconcile PeopleSoft financial system and reports; bring discrepancies and errors to the attention of the appropriate staff and assist with the preparation of adjusting journal entries. Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the University’s general ledger accounting functions. Supervise and review a variety of transactional activities and reconciliations, including, but not limited to, financial analysis, Legal journal entries, account reconciliations, SAM99 monthly reconciliation, and accounts receivable/billing monthly reconciliation. Oversee investment and trust accounting policies and practices, including related journal entries and account reconciliations. Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger closing process, to ensure timely submission of required legal reporting requirements. Assist with system-wide implementations/modifications of the enterprise accounting system and support software, including on-going maintenance of the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers to ensure all transactions are successfully posted. Develop, implement, and make appropriate changes to internal financial and accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with CSU policies, procedures, and practices. Oversee the University's tax compliance with respect to nonresident aliens (NRA); which primarily include foreign national students and scholars. Assist with determining tax status of NRA students and scholars, determine appropriate tax treaty benefits, and ensure proper withholding and reporting. Oversee the University's compliance with all other tax requirements; including, but not limited to, Form 1098-T review in collaboration with Student Accounting and Cashiering, preparation of Unrelated Business Income Tax (UBIT) data to the Chancellor's Office for system-wide reporting, preparation of Form 1042-S for payments made to foreign nationals, possessory interest reporting and taxability of moving and relocation. Review California Dept of Tax and Fee Admin Sales and Use Tax returns and Diesel Tax returns for accuracy. In conjunction with filing the required returns, serve as liaison between the University and Federal and State agencies and resolve issues and answer questions regarding tax regulations. Communicate and advise appropriate members of the campus community regarding tax law and aid in the preparation and presentation of training sessions on a regular basis. Attend continuing professional education to remain current on new tax laws and issues, and research as appropriate to determine tax liability to the University. Act as a liaison with all external agencies, including the Chancellor's Office and State Controller regarding tax related matters. Review and make appropriate changes to the University Tax Manual. Coordinate system design regarding tax recording and reporting to ensure compliance. Responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state tax rules and regulations, including the review of current federal and state tax issues, new laws and regulations, and current best business practices. Aid in the continual monitoring of the PeopleSoft finance system to ensure conformity with Legal, FIRMS, GAAP and GASB requirements. Assist in the design, development, update, and maintenance of all applicable procedure manuals, including any campus level desk procedure manuals. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of University Accounting Services and/or by the Associate Vice President of Financial Services to meet the operational needs of University Accounting Services and the University; which may entail research, documentation of department and university procedures to ensure proper internal controls are in place, additional account analysis and reconciliations, implementation of various systems to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of department operations, draft and facilitate campus-wide training over various subjects maintained by University Accounting Services, and aid in the update of the department website. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or closely related field. Four (4) years of professional accounting or audit experience required; including at least two year's of experience in a supervisory role. Experience in financial statement preparation/consolidation, financial reporting and analysis and applying GASB standards for higher education is preferred. Experience in audits for a FASB higher education institution preferred. Extensive knowledge of public accounting industry standards, Legal, FIRMS, GAAP and GASB standards and basis of accounting. PeopleSoft report writing and demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office programs. Strong analytical and interpretive skills for GAAP financial statement preparation and reporting; including the ability to recognize and anticipate audit issues before they are articulated by external audit firm or others involved in the audit process. Must possess strong problem solving, analytical, organizational and communication skills; with experience in financial analysis and reporting in a higher education environment. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Active status as a Certified Public Accountant in California preferred. Master's degree in accounting or finance preferred. Must possess excellent communication (verbal/written), interpersonal, problem solving, and customer service skills. Experience in a university/non-profit setting using PeopleSoft applications is preferred. Experience in audits for a FASB/GASB higher education institution is desired. MBA or CPA is strongly desired. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion At Cal Poly Pomona, we are committed to the urgent and ongoing work of creating and sustaining an inclusive campus where all students, faculty, and staff are welcomed, respected and can flourish to achieve their dreams of success. We believe diversity strengthens community. Cal Poly Pomona proudly holds designations as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). In 2022, the campus launched the Black Thriving Initiative recognizing that Cal Poly Pomona’s future as a university must be linked to the success of its Black community. More information about our campus initiatives can be found on the Office of Inclusive Excellence’s website . Out of State Work The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU’s mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California’s schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU’s business operations almost exclusively reside within California. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. For more information, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/ . Background Check Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment to any information that the applicant submits for consideration regarding the criminal conviction history such as the nature, gravity and recency of the conviction, the candidate’s conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. For more information, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/13813878/latest/ . Employment Eligibility Verification Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. For more information, go to https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents . Conflict of Interest This position is a “designated position” in the California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file financial interest disclosure forms subject to state regulations. For more information, go to https://www.cpp.edu/eoda-hr/departments/hrpar/coi.shtml . Outside Employment Disclosure Executive and Management Plan Personnel employees must disclose all current outside employment at the time of hire as a precondition of hire and at the following times after hire: annually in July, within 30 days of accepting outside employment, and upon their manager’s request. For more information, go to https://www.cpp.edu/eoda-hr/departments/hrpar/outside-employment-disclosure.shtml . Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/v2/policy/10927154/latest/ . Security & Fire Safety In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona’s Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at: https://www.cpp.edu/pdfs/annual_security_report.pdf and https://www.cpp.edu/housing/documents/fire_safety_report.pdf. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster . Reasonable Accommodation We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by email at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu . For more information, go to Employment Notices . Equal Employment Opportunity Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workforce. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and veteran or military status. We engage the talents of all qualified workers, regardless of their background. More information is available at Equal Employment Opportunity statement . Other Notices For other important employment notices, we invite you to visit Cal Poly Pomona’s Employment Notices web page. Advertised: May 01 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
May 02, 2024
Type of Appointment: Full-time, Management Personnel Plan (MPP II) Anticipated Salary Range : $102,000 to $112,500 Annually (Commensurate with qualifications and experience) Benefits Include: (15) Paid Holidays, (24) Vacation Days, Comprehensive Benefits Package Recruitment Closing Date : Open Until Filled First Application Review Date: May 15, 2024 THE DEPARTMENT: Financial Services is responsible for all accounting and finance related activities of the University. Services provided include, but are not limited to, general accounting and financial reporting, disbursements, third party billing/accounts receivable, external audit coordination, tax compliance, student aid accounting, cash receipts/cashiering, cash flow and investment management, PeopleSoft Finance, and capital asset accounting and reporting. The General Accounting and Financial Reporting/Tax unit is responsible for all general accounting, GAAP and financial reporting, tax and related activities of the University. Such activities include, but are not limited to the management, controls, and reporting of the University financial operations, such as third-party accounts receivable/billing, journal entry processing, account reconciliation and analysis, internal and external audits, tax filings, internal controls, and reporting of the Audited Financial Statements of the University. The unit works closely with the Accounts Payable and Student Accounting and Cashiering Services areas; and interfaces with other campus administrative operations, such as the Budget Office, Procurement and Support Services and the Enterprise Applications department. The unit also manages all campus accounting and reporting relationships, including those with the State Controller's Office and the CSU's Chancellor's Office. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as point manager for external auditors, campus auxiliaries, and the Chancellor's Office on external audit engagements to plan, manage, and direct the external audit of the University financial statements. Coordinate and assist with external audit firm inquiries and requests, State auditors, and any internal/CSU related financial audit processes. Prepare and maintain GAAP financial statements in the correct GASB reporting model format for the CSU, review for consistency, accuracy, and comparability. Implement all relevant accounting pronouncements derived from GAAP, GASB, and FASB. Provide auditors with the campus reporting package, financial statement variance analysis, audit schedules and audit documentation. Complete audit package prior to the beginning of field work; including the preparation of working papers to convert Legal basis data into GAAP accrual basis. Analyze and prepare journal entries to record financial data; including faculty accruals, compensated absences, prepaid expenses, library collections, capitalized leases, inventories, reclassification of fund balance clearing accounts, CWIP, capitalization of CWIP, self-insurance claims liability, campus originated long-term debt obligations, and various expenditure accruals. Record a variety of year-end pass down entries from the Chancellor's Office pertaining to long-term debt obligations and pension liabilities. Plan and ensure that the PeopleSoft accounting system is in compliance with legally mandated accounting and FIRMS requirements, GAAP and GASB standards. Oversee the reconciliation of the PeopleSoft finance system and reports pertaining to asset management, transfers, and capital expenditures on a monthly and annual basis. Monitor and coordinate with various departments regarding resolutions and follow-up for abnormal balances and various documents required to complete the audit package. Develop and implement methods and work procedures to ensure proper accounting classification and reporting of financial data for Legal, FIRMS, GAAP basis of accounting and GASB standards. Oversee the University’s capital asset infrastructure reporting and depreciation requirements in accordance with the CSU Capital Asset Guide in collaboration with Procurement and Support Services. Review the recording of non-equipment related transactions into the Asset Management module, including the tracking of CWIP and donated asset/gift-in-kind activity. Recommend and implement changes and new procedures to facilitate fixed asset capitalization, reconciliation, depreciation and yearend fixed asset reporting requirements. Review monthly journal entries on fixed asset capitalization; including donated assets and gifts-in-kind. Oversee the preparation of the necessary audit documentation and schedules to support current year capital asset activity; including donated assets and gifts-in-kind. Assess financial statement drafts submitted by auxiliary organizations to reconcile and incorporate auxiliary financial data into the campus financial statement reporting model. Aid in the preparation of SCO GAAP schedules to be submitted to the Chancellor’s Office to help facilitate SCO reporting requirements. Review and analyze financial reports for compliance with Legal, FIRMS, GAAP and GASB requirements. Review, analyze and reconcile PeopleSoft financial system and reports; bring discrepancies and errors to the attention of the appropriate staff and assist with the preparation of adjusting journal entries. Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the University’s general ledger accounting functions. Supervise and review a variety of transactional activities and reconciliations, including, but not limited to, financial analysis, Legal journal entries, account reconciliations, SAM99 monthly reconciliation, and accounts receivable/billing monthly reconciliation. Oversee investment and trust accounting policies and practices, including related journal entries and account reconciliations. Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger closing process, to ensure timely submission of required legal reporting requirements. Assist with system-wide implementations/modifications of the enterprise accounting system and support software, including on-going maintenance of the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers to ensure all transactions are successfully posted. Develop, implement, and make appropriate changes to internal financial and accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with CSU policies, procedures, and practices. Oversee the University's tax compliance with respect to nonresident aliens (NRA); which primarily include foreign national students and scholars. Assist with determining tax status of NRA students and scholars, determine appropriate tax treaty benefits, and ensure proper withholding and reporting. Oversee the University's compliance with all other tax requirements; including, but not limited to, Form 1098-T review in collaboration with Student Accounting and Cashiering, preparation of Unrelated Business Income Tax (UBIT) data to the Chancellor's Office for system-wide reporting, preparation of Form 1042-S for payments made to foreign nationals, possessory interest reporting and taxability of moving and relocation. Review California Dept of Tax and Fee Admin Sales and Use Tax returns and Diesel Tax returns for accuracy. In conjunction with filing the required returns, serve as liaison between the University and Federal and State agencies and resolve issues and answer questions regarding tax regulations. Communicate and advise appropriate members of the campus community regarding tax law and aid in the preparation and presentation of training sessions on a regular basis. Attend continuing professional education to remain current on new tax laws and issues, and research as appropriate to determine tax liability to the University. Act as a liaison with all external agencies, including the Chancellor's Office and State Controller regarding tax related matters. Review and make appropriate changes to the University Tax Manual. Coordinate system design regarding tax recording and reporting to ensure compliance. Responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state tax rules and regulations, including the review of current federal and state tax issues, new laws and regulations, and current best business practices. Aid in the continual monitoring of the PeopleSoft finance system to ensure conformity with Legal, FIRMS, GAAP and GASB requirements. Assist in the design, development, update, and maintenance of all applicable procedure manuals, including any campus level desk procedure manuals. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of University Accounting Services and/or by the Associate Vice President of Financial Services to meet the operational needs of University Accounting Services and the University; which may entail research, documentation of department and university procedures to ensure proper internal controls are in place, additional account analysis and reconciliations, implementation of various systems to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of department operations, draft and facilitate campus-wide training over various subjects maintained by University Accounting Services, and aid in the update of the department website. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a major in accounting, business administration, finance or closely related field. Four (4) years of professional accounting or audit experience required; including at least two year's of experience in a supervisory role. Experience in financial statement preparation/consolidation, financial reporting and analysis and applying GASB standards for higher education is preferred. Experience in audits for a FASB higher education institution preferred. Extensive knowledge of public accounting industry standards, Legal, FIRMS, GAAP and GASB standards and basis of accounting. PeopleSoft report writing and demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office programs. Strong analytical and interpretive skills for GAAP financial statement preparation and reporting; including the ability to recognize and anticipate audit issues before they are articulated by external audit firm or others involved in the audit process. Must possess strong problem solving, analytical, organizational and communication skills; with experience in financial analysis and reporting in a higher education environment. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Active status as a Certified Public Accountant in California preferred. Master's degree in accounting or finance preferred. Must possess excellent communication (verbal/written), interpersonal, problem solving, and customer service skills. Experience in a university/non-profit setting using PeopleSoft applications is preferred. Experience in audits for a FASB/GASB higher education institution is desired. MBA or CPA is strongly desired. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion At Cal Poly Pomona, we are committed to the urgent and ongoing work of creating and sustaining an inclusive campus where all students, faculty, and staff are welcomed, respected and can flourish to achieve their dreams of success. We believe diversity strengthens community. Cal Poly Pomona proudly holds designations as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). In 2022, the campus launched the Black Thriving Initiative recognizing that Cal Poly Pomona’s future as a university must be linked to the success of its Black community. More information about our campus initiatives can be found on the Office of Inclusive Excellence’s website . Out of State Work The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU’s mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California’s schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU’s business operations almost exclusively reside within California. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. For more information, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/ . Background Check Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment to any information that the applicant submits for consideration regarding the criminal conviction history such as the nature, gravity and recency of the conviction, the candidate’s conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. For more information, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/13813878/latest/ . Employment Eligibility Verification Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. For more information, go to https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents . Conflict of Interest This position is a “designated position” in the California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file financial interest disclosure forms subject to state regulations. For more information, go to https://www.cpp.edu/eoda-hr/departments/hrpar/coi.shtml . Outside Employment Disclosure Executive and Management Plan Personnel employees must disclose all current outside employment at the time of hire as a precondition of hire and at the following times after hire: annually in July, within 30 days of accepting outside employment, and upon their manager’s request. For more information, go to https://www.cpp.edu/eoda-hr/departments/hrpar/outside-employment-disclosure.shtml . Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/v2/policy/10927154/latest/ . Security & Fire Safety In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona’s Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at: https://www.cpp.edu/pdfs/annual_security_report.pdf and https://www.cpp.edu/housing/documents/fire_safety_report.pdf. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster . Reasonable Accommodation We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by email at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu . For more information, go to Employment Notices . Equal Employment Opportunity Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workforce. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and veteran or military status. We engage the talents of all qualified workers, regardless of their background. More information is available at Equal Employment Opportunity statement . Other Notices For other important employment notices, we invite you to visit Cal Poly Pomona’s Employment Notices web page. Advertised: May 01 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y4976Y FILING DATES: July 16, 2021 at 10:00 A.M., (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: 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 26 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 6.5 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. We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Assists laboratory personnel in the performance of standard laboratory tests on human and other specimens or assigns, trains, and reviews the work of a group of lower-level laboratory positions. Essential Job Functions Verifies patient's name and permanent file number by matching information on request form and specimen container. Logs in specimen information such as patient's name, permanent file number, and hospital ward number in laboratory log, worksheet or computer; routes specimen to appropriate workstation or laboratory for the standard tests to be performed. Processes specimens for subsequent analysis by licensed personnel by performing duties such as making primary inoculations of test material to be cultured and smearing and staining test specimens on laboratory glass slides and/or plates. Receives patient specimens such as blood, urine, feces, pulmonary fluids, gastro-intestinal fluids, body carry fluids, and sputum slides with standard laboratory request forms providing information such as patient's name and tests to be performed by licensed personnel. Prepares specimens for laboratory testing by adding fixatives or preservatives utilizing a prescribed technique/instrument appropriate to the type of specimen. Maintains laboratory supplies and equipment by cleaning stain set-ups and filters; refresh or replace solutions according to department policies and procedures. Lifts and moves containers holding several gallons or other substantial quantity of constituent parts or compounds produced. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Six (6) months' experience in laboratory work in a public health, medical or biological laboratory. 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 weighting over 25pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: An Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.* Work experience in an Acute Care Hospital Laboratory.** *In order to receive credit for the Associate’s Degree or higher in the Desirable Qualifications, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts from the accreditation institution with your application at the time of filing or email a copy of the degree to us within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online. **Work experience in an Acute Care Hospital Laboratory is defined as: Assists laboratory personnel in the performance of standard laboratory testing on human blood, body fluid, tissue, stool, urine, or other specimens in a hospital operating 24/7 that provides inpatient medical care and other related services for surgery, acute medical conditions, or injuries (usually for short-term illness or other conditions). Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of two parts: Part I - An evaluation of experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, weighted 50%. Part II - An Interview which will evaluate Knowledge, Skills and experience, Job Preparation, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, and Oral Communication weighted 50%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of this examination in order to be added to the eligible list 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. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every six (6) months. 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 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 before the application can be submitted by entering a six-digit code sent to 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. 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. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the 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 . 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. 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 and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst, Carin Anderson at canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include your name, the exam number, and the exam title. 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 provided a valid email address. Please add canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov and infor@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 an copy of all emails sent, for your records. 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 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. 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. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Carin Anderson canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 30, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y4976Y FILING DATES: July 16, 2021 at 10:00 A.M., (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: 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 26 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 6.5 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. We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Assists laboratory personnel in the performance of standard laboratory tests on human and other specimens or assigns, trains, and reviews the work of a group of lower-level laboratory positions. Essential Job Functions Verifies patient's name and permanent file number by matching information on request form and specimen container. Logs in specimen information such as patient's name, permanent file number, and hospital ward number in laboratory log, worksheet or computer; routes specimen to appropriate workstation or laboratory for the standard tests to be performed. Processes specimens for subsequent analysis by licensed personnel by performing duties such as making primary inoculations of test material to be cultured and smearing and staining test specimens on laboratory glass slides and/or plates. Receives patient specimens such as blood, urine, feces, pulmonary fluids, gastro-intestinal fluids, body carry fluids, and sputum slides with standard laboratory request forms providing information such as patient's name and tests to be performed by licensed personnel. Prepares specimens for laboratory testing by adding fixatives or preservatives utilizing a prescribed technique/instrument appropriate to the type of specimen. Maintains laboratory supplies and equipment by cleaning stain set-ups and filters; refresh or replace solutions according to department policies and procedures. Lifts and moves containers holding several gallons or other substantial quantity of constituent parts or compounds produced. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Six (6) months' experience in laboratory work in a public health, medical or biological laboratory. 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 weighting over 25pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: An Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.* Work experience in an Acute Care Hospital Laboratory.** *In order to receive credit for the Associate’s Degree or higher in the Desirable Qualifications, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts from the accreditation institution with your application at the time of filing or email a copy of the degree to us within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online. **Work experience in an Acute Care Hospital Laboratory is defined as: Assists laboratory personnel in the performance of standard laboratory testing on human blood, body fluid, tissue, stool, urine, or other specimens in a hospital operating 24/7 that provides inpatient medical care and other related services for surgery, acute medical conditions, or injuries (usually for short-term illness or other conditions). Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of two parts: Part I - An evaluation of experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, weighted 50%. Part II - An Interview which will evaluate Knowledge, Skills and experience, Job Preparation, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, and Oral Communication weighted 50%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of this examination in order to be added to the eligible list 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. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every six (6) months. 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 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 before the application can be submitted by entering a six-digit code sent to 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. 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. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the 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 . 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. 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 and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst, Carin Anderson at canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include your name, the exam number, and the exam title. 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 provided a valid email address. Please add canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov and infor@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 an copy of all emails sent, for your records. 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 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. 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. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Carin Anderson canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CITY OF RENO, NV
City of Reno, Nevada, United States
Description Reno Police Department is Hiring Now! **Summer 2024 Academy Update** The Reno Police Department is looking to fill 20+ positions at the upcoming Summer 2024 Academy, anticipated to begin in July 2024. Civil Service will begin pulling applications immediately as they are received. To be considered, candidates must complete a City of Reno employment application with all required documentation and successfully complete all testing with a passing score. The Reno Police Department employs the best of our community. Successful candidates demonstrate the ability to live and work within our Reno Police Department CORE values. These CORE values are the heart of our Department: SERVICE, INTEGRITY, RESPECT, and FAIRNESS . Our Department is dedicated to providing service to our Community. We proactively respond to the changing needs of the community and department through open communication, accountability and professionalism. Employees must have integrity , providing service that demonstrates honesty, professionalism and dedication in all actions. Employees will treat others with respect , treating everyone with dignity, empathy and fairness, while demonstrating consistent, ethical and impartial treatment towards everyone. This is the entry-level classification for Police Officer. Recruits will participate in a 22 week Police Academy. Upon graduation from the Academy, Recruits will be promoted to Police Officers with a starting annual salary of $68,619.20. This is an open competitive opportunity for all individuals who meet the minimum qualifications. This continuous recruitment will establish an eligibility list for current and future vacancies. As applications are received, results will be merged into one eligible list according to final ratings, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Civil Service Commission: Rule VI, Section 11, Continuous Examination. The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno. Examples of Essential Functions Specific to Police Recruit Attends the Law Enforcement Academy ("Academy") designated by the Police Department. Conforms to the rules of conduct as outlined in the Academy's Recruit Manual, Department Policy and City of Reno Policy. Completes written reports and makes oral presentations as required by the Academy. Participates in the Academy training, and completes and passes all academic tests as prescribed by the Academy, to include any quizzes, mid-term and final exams. Participates in physical fitness training and passes the physical fitness standards test as prescribed by the Academy and the Nevada Peace Officers Standards and Training rules. Participates in Defensive Tactics training and obtains a passing score on the final proficiency test. Participates in Firearms training and obtains a passing qualification score for each firearm. Participates in the Emergency Vehicle Operations Course training and obtains a passing score on the final proficiency test. Completes First Aid and CPR training and obtains a passing score on a final written exam. Participates in Force on Force training and obtains a passing score on the final proficiency test. Specific to Police Officer Patrols assigned areas on foot, in a patrol car, on a motorcycle or other means of transportation; checks stores, businesses, houses and other premises for burglary and other disturbances; investigates any suspicious conditions. Makes arrests for violation of laws or ordinances; escorts prisoners to incarceration and may register and book prisoners. Makes initial and supplementary investigation of crimes in areas such as personal violence, theft, checks intelligence, juvenile and others; investigates cases involving missing persons, lost children and runaways; interviews witnesses and complainants. Click here for a complete list of essential job functions related to the Police Officer Classification. Minimum Qualifications The following minimum qualifications must be met by applicant at the time of application: Graduation from high school or equivalent such as a GED A citizen of the United States of America Possession of a valid driver's license At least 20 years of age Additional Screening: A background investigation will be conducted in order to verify the accuracy and completeness of statements contained on the application and to obtain information relative to predicting successful performance as a Police Recruit/Officer. Those individuals whose rank places them in the range to be certified to the department will be provided with a background information packet. This initial packet must be completed within the time period specified by the Reno Police Department. In addition, eligible candidates selected for hire from the certified list for Police Department positions will be required to submit to a polygraph examination, medical, visual, psychological and drug screening at the City's expense. These processes will be conducted by a licensed polygrapher, physician, and clinical psychologist. The screening components will be used to evaluate a candidate's capability to safely perform the related physical and mental demands of the job. The Reno Police Department Recruiting Division is available to answer questions related to on the job activities or training requirements by emailing recruiter@reno.gov . Evaluation Standards: An individual may not be appointed to the duties of a peace officer if they have: Been convicted of a felony in this state or any offense which would be a felony if committed in this state. Been convicted of an offense involving moral turpitude or the unlawful use, sale or possession of a controlled substance. Engaged in the use of marijuana after the submission of this application. A documented history of physical violence. ***Bilingual individuals are strongly encouraged to apply*** Supplemental Information HOW TO APPLY: Submit your application and supplemental questionnaire online at www.reno.gov/jobs . If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or the 5th floor Civil Service Offices, or any locations of Nevada Job Connect and any local library or educational facility. If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627. Completing your Application: The Personal Profile Information, Agency-Wide Questions and the Supplemental Questionnaire are sections that must be completed as part of your application. The following areas of the application are not required to be completed: Certificates and Licenses, Skills, Additional Information and References. *Please attach a copy of your college transcripts or degree from an accredited college or university if applicable to your completed application in the "attachments" sections. Additional points will be added to your final passing score. This documentation must be received by Civil Service at the time you submit your application. If you cannot attach this documentation to your application it may be submitted by email to civilservice@reno.gov or mailed or hand delivered to the office of the Civil Service Commission located on the 5th floor of Reno City Hall, 1 East First Street, Reno, NV 89501. Additional points to be awarded as follows, for a maximum of 2 points: Bachelor's degree = 2 points Associate's degree = 1 point *Applicants will be allowed to apply for Police Officer Recruit once every six months.* **Candidates who are disqualified during the hiring process due to background disqualifying criteria by federal and/or state laws will be removed from the eligible list and must wait one year before reapplying ** Examination Process: The examination will consist of a written test weighted as follows: Written Test: 100% of final grade Multiple test dates have been scheduled, with testing sessions being made available to candidates upon acceptance of their application. The number of sessions is limited and will be available on a first come, first serve basis. We strongly suggest selecting a test session as soon as possible. A notification to self-schedule your test will be sent upon the acceptance of your application. Regular testing will take place in the City of Reno. The exact testing locations in Reno will be identified when you schedule your test. There may be alternative options for remote testing available to candidates that are outside of the Reno area. We will notify those who meet this criteria to schedule their exam. FAQs on the Police Officer Recruit Recruitment Will I be required to pass a Physical Fitness Test? Yes, all candidates will be required to take and pass the NV POST Physical Fitness Test (PFT) administered by the Reno Police Department (RPD) within 30 days of application and prior to being considered for hire. This is part of the hiring process, once your application has been accepted, you must successfully complete the PFT within 30 days. Candidates will be allowed up to two attempts to pass the PFT within that 30 day period. Exceptions may be made for weather or staffing related reasons only. When does this recruitment close? This recruitment is continuous, meaning we will continue to take applications and will not have a closing date. Please note: There will be specific deadlines in which applications will need to be submitted in order to be considered for an upcoming scheduled academy. Monitor the job posting for all updates as to when the next round of hiring is expected. When should I submit my application? As soon as possible, once we receive your application we will send you notification to schedule your exam. When is the next scheduled academy? The Reno Police Department is preparing for the Summer 2024 Academy, anticipated to begin in July 2024. Civil Service has already begun pulling applications for this round of hiring. To be considered, candidates must complete a City of Reno employment application with all required documentation and have successfully completed the required test with a passing score. Other Important Information Notification: Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified. Testing Accommodation: If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability and will be requesting an accommodation, that request must be made to the Chief Examiner at the time you submit your application. Employee/Veteran Preference (In the event of Tie Scores): In the event of tie scores resulting from an open competitive examination, employees will be provided a rank preference in the following order: employees with established veteran status shall be given the first preference, non-veteran employees second preference and non-employee veterans third preference. This preference will only be administered in the event of tie scores. Documentation must be submitted at time of application. Appointment and Certification: Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable. Health & Safety Statement: The health and well-being of our employees, our families, and the community we serve is of utmost importance to the City. Please be aware that many roles at the City of Reno include interacting with members of the public, including close contact with vulnerable individuals. The City of Reno has implemented numerous strategies to minimize the spread of COVID-19, and other contagious diseases. Vaccination is recognized as an effective method for reducing the likelihood of infection, and limiting the severity of disease. While we have lifted the vaccination requirement for new employees, the City of Reno encourages all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, which includes boosters recommended by the CDC. QUESTIONS/UPDATES: Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223 or civilservice@reno.gov . The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter. BENEFITS IN BRIEF Please Note: The following benefits are subject to change at any time . Thirteen(13) paid holidays including the floating/birthday to be taken during the fiscal year upon approval 4% salary increase effective January 2023 4.5% salary increase effective July 2023 Vacation Accrual is as follows: ~Less than 5 years = 4 hours per bi-weekly pay period ~5 years but less than 10 = 5 hours per bi-weekly pay period ~10 years but less than 15 = 6 hours per bi-weekly pay period ~15 years but less than 20 = 7 hours per bi-weekly pay period ~20 years or more = 8 hours per bi-weekly pay period Sick Leave Accrual = 5hours per bi-weekly pay period City paid employee's retirement contribution into PERS Deferred Compensation match of up to $20 per pay period effective July 2023 Longevity Pay as a Police Officer starts at 5 years - .5% for each year of service up to a maximum of 12.5% City paid 100% cost for employees medical insurance premium; 50% of dependant medical insurance premium also paid by the City City paid term life insurance policy equal to one (1) year annual base wage Uniform allowance of $1200 per year. Initial uniforms, leather gear and weapons are furnished by the Department at no expense to the employee. Shift differential Special assignment pay Educational incentive Please use this Health and Welfare Benefit Link to learn more about the City of Reno's great employee benefit plans and wellness programs. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Description Reno Police Department is Hiring Now! **Summer 2024 Academy Update** The Reno Police Department is looking to fill 20+ positions at the upcoming Summer 2024 Academy, anticipated to begin in July 2024. Civil Service will begin pulling applications immediately as they are received. To be considered, candidates must complete a City of Reno employment application with all required documentation and successfully complete all testing with a passing score. The Reno Police Department employs the best of our community. Successful candidates demonstrate the ability to live and work within our Reno Police Department CORE values. These CORE values are the heart of our Department: SERVICE, INTEGRITY, RESPECT, and FAIRNESS . Our Department is dedicated to providing service to our Community. We proactively respond to the changing needs of the community and department through open communication, accountability and professionalism. Employees must have integrity , providing service that demonstrates honesty, professionalism and dedication in all actions. Employees will treat others with respect , treating everyone with dignity, empathy and fairness, while demonstrating consistent, ethical and impartial treatment towards everyone. This is the entry-level classification for Police Officer. Recruits will participate in a 22 week Police Academy. Upon graduation from the Academy, Recruits will be promoted to Police Officers with a starting annual salary of $68,619.20. This is an open competitive opportunity for all individuals who meet the minimum qualifications. This continuous recruitment will establish an eligibility list for current and future vacancies. As applications are received, results will be merged into one eligible list according to final ratings, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Civil Service Commission: Rule VI, Section 11, Continuous Examination. The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno. Examples of Essential Functions Specific to Police Recruit Attends the Law Enforcement Academy ("Academy") designated by the Police Department. Conforms to the rules of conduct as outlined in the Academy's Recruit Manual, Department Policy and City of Reno Policy. Completes written reports and makes oral presentations as required by the Academy. Participates in the Academy training, and completes and passes all academic tests as prescribed by the Academy, to include any quizzes, mid-term and final exams. Participates in physical fitness training and passes the physical fitness standards test as prescribed by the Academy and the Nevada Peace Officers Standards and Training rules. Participates in Defensive Tactics training and obtains a passing score on the final proficiency test. Participates in Firearms training and obtains a passing qualification score for each firearm. Participates in the Emergency Vehicle Operations Course training and obtains a passing score on the final proficiency test. Completes First Aid and CPR training and obtains a passing score on a final written exam. Participates in Force on Force training and obtains a passing score on the final proficiency test. Specific to Police Officer Patrols assigned areas on foot, in a patrol car, on a motorcycle or other means of transportation; checks stores, businesses, houses and other premises for burglary and other disturbances; investigates any suspicious conditions. Makes arrests for violation of laws or ordinances; escorts prisoners to incarceration and may register and book prisoners. Makes initial and supplementary investigation of crimes in areas such as personal violence, theft, checks intelligence, juvenile and others; investigates cases involving missing persons, lost children and runaways; interviews witnesses and complainants. Click here for a complete list of essential job functions related to the Police Officer Classification. Minimum Qualifications The following minimum qualifications must be met by applicant at the time of application: Graduation from high school or equivalent such as a GED A citizen of the United States of America Possession of a valid driver's license At least 20 years of age Additional Screening: A background investigation will be conducted in order to verify the accuracy and completeness of statements contained on the application and to obtain information relative to predicting successful performance as a Police Recruit/Officer. Those individuals whose rank places them in the range to be certified to the department will be provided with a background information packet. This initial packet must be completed within the time period specified by the Reno Police Department. In addition, eligible candidates selected for hire from the certified list for Police Department positions will be required to submit to a polygraph examination, medical, visual, psychological and drug screening at the City's expense. These processes will be conducted by a licensed polygrapher, physician, and clinical psychologist. The screening components will be used to evaluate a candidate's capability to safely perform the related physical and mental demands of the job. The Reno Police Department Recruiting Division is available to answer questions related to on the job activities or training requirements by emailing recruiter@reno.gov . Evaluation Standards: An individual may not be appointed to the duties of a peace officer if they have: Been convicted of a felony in this state or any offense which would be a felony if committed in this state. Been convicted of an offense involving moral turpitude or the unlawful use, sale or possession of a controlled substance. Engaged in the use of marijuana after the submission of this application. A documented history of physical violence. ***Bilingual individuals are strongly encouraged to apply*** Supplemental Information HOW TO APPLY: Submit your application and supplemental questionnaire online at www.reno.gov/jobs . If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or the 5th floor Civil Service Offices, or any locations of Nevada Job Connect and any local library or educational facility. If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627. Completing your Application: The Personal Profile Information, Agency-Wide Questions and the Supplemental Questionnaire are sections that must be completed as part of your application. The following areas of the application are not required to be completed: Certificates and Licenses, Skills, Additional Information and References. *Please attach a copy of your college transcripts or degree from an accredited college or university if applicable to your completed application in the "attachments" sections. Additional points will be added to your final passing score. This documentation must be received by Civil Service at the time you submit your application. If you cannot attach this documentation to your application it may be submitted by email to civilservice@reno.gov or mailed or hand delivered to the office of the Civil Service Commission located on the 5th floor of Reno City Hall, 1 East First Street, Reno, NV 89501. Additional points to be awarded as follows, for a maximum of 2 points: Bachelor's degree = 2 points Associate's degree = 1 point *Applicants will be allowed to apply for Police Officer Recruit once every six months.* **Candidates who are disqualified during the hiring process due to background disqualifying criteria by federal and/or state laws will be removed from the eligible list and must wait one year before reapplying ** Examination Process: The examination will consist of a written test weighted as follows: Written Test: 100% of final grade Multiple test dates have been scheduled, with testing sessions being made available to candidates upon acceptance of their application. The number of sessions is limited and will be available on a first come, first serve basis. We strongly suggest selecting a test session as soon as possible. A notification to self-schedule your test will be sent upon the acceptance of your application. Regular testing will take place in the City of Reno. The exact testing locations in Reno will be identified when you schedule your test. There may be alternative options for remote testing available to candidates that are outside of the Reno area. We will notify those who meet this criteria to schedule their exam. FAQs on the Police Officer Recruit Recruitment Will I be required to pass a Physical Fitness Test? Yes, all candidates will be required to take and pass the NV POST Physical Fitness Test (PFT) administered by the Reno Police Department (RPD) within 30 days of application and prior to being considered for hire. This is part of the hiring process, once your application has been accepted, you must successfully complete the PFT within 30 days. Candidates will be allowed up to two attempts to pass the PFT within that 30 day period. Exceptions may be made for weather or staffing related reasons only. When does this recruitment close? This recruitment is continuous, meaning we will continue to take applications and will not have a closing date. Please note: There will be specific deadlines in which applications will need to be submitted in order to be considered for an upcoming scheduled academy. Monitor the job posting for all updates as to when the next round of hiring is expected. When should I submit my application? As soon as possible, once we receive your application we will send you notification to schedule your exam. When is the next scheduled academy? The Reno Police Department is preparing for the Summer 2024 Academy, anticipated to begin in July 2024. Civil Service has already begun pulling applications for this round of hiring. To be considered, candidates must complete a City of Reno employment application with all required documentation and have successfully completed the required test with a passing score. Other Important Information Notification: Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified. Testing Accommodation: If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability and will be requesting an accommodation, that request must be made to the Chief Examiner at the time you submit your application. Employee/Veteran Preference (In the event of Tie Scores): In the event of tie scores resulting from an open competitive examination, employees will be provided a rank preference in the following order: employees with established veteran status shall be given the first preference, non-veteran employees second preference and non-employee veterans third preference. This preference will only be administered in the event of tie scores. Documentation must be submitted at time of application. Appointment and Certification: Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable. Health & Safety Statement: The health and well-being of our employees, our families, and the community we serve is of utmost importance to the City. Please be aware that many roles at the City of Reno include interacting with members of the public, including close contact with vulnerable individuals. The City of Reno has implemented numerous strategies to minimize the spread of COVID-19, and other contagious diseases. Vaccination is recognized as an effective method for reducing the likelihood of infection, and limiting the severity of disease. While we have lifted the vaccination requirement for new employees, the City of Reno encourages all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, which includes boosters recommended by the CDC. QUESTIONS/UPDATES: Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223 or civilservice@reno.gov . The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter. BENEFITS IN BRIEF Please Note: The following benefits are subject to change at any time . Thirteen(13) paid holidays including the floating/birthday to be taken during the fiscal year upon approval 4% salary increase effective January 2023 4.5% salary increase effective July 2023 Vacation Accrual is as follows: ~Less than 5 years = 4 hours per bi-weekly pay period ~5 years but less than 10 = 5 hours per bi-weekly pay period ~10 years but less than 15 = 6 hours per bi-weekly pay period ~15 years but less than 20 = 7 hours per bi-weekly pay period ~20 years or more = 8 hours per bi-weekly pay period Sick Leave Accrual = 5hours per bi-weekly pay period City paid employee's retirement contribution into PERS Deferred Compensation match of up to $20 per pay period effective July 2023 Longevity Pay as a Police Officer starts at 5 years - .5% for each year of service up to a maximum of 12.5% City paid 100% cost for employees medical insurance premium; 50% of dependant medical insurance premium also paid by the City City paid term life insurance policy equal to one (1) year annual base wage Uniform allowance of $1200 per year. Initial uniforms, leather gear and weapons are furnished by the Department at no expense to the employee. Shift differential Special assignment pay Educational incentive Please use this Health and Welfare Benefit Link to learn more about the City of Reno's great employee benefit plans and wellness programs. Closing Date/Time: Continuous