Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers! This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 4/29/24 and 5/20/24 (final) Salary Information: Level I - $3,509.58 - $4,266.50/month Level II - $3,946.33 - $4,795.44/month Office Specialist is a single class with two salary levels, Office Specialist (Level II), and Office Specialist (Level I). Office Specialists (Levels I/II) provide a wide range of specialized technical clerical support throughout County departments. The kind of work performed depends on the specific program or assignment. Office Specialist (Level II) is the journey level class. Incumbents are expected to be technically proficient in handling the assigned duties of the class. Performance at this level requires the ability to explain and apply specific codes, laws, ordinances, legal documents, and technical terminology related to each program or assignment. Office Specialist (Level I) is the trainee level class and is designed for recruitment and training of persons who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the journey level. Under close supervision, Office Specialist Level I perform a variety of clerical/operational duties of less than average difficulty. Note: With a few exceptions, Office Specialists are found in one of the following special assignments: Retirement Administration, Recording Legal Documents, Personnel Actions, Payroll, Examination Scheduling/Processing, Certifications, Medical and Life Insurance Administration, and Property Tax Assessment. Some positions may be designated "confidential" in nature, in accordance with the County Employee Relations Ordinance, and are excluded from the representation unit which includes positions allocated to the regular classes. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Office Specialist (Level II) Knowledge of Clear writing: grammar, punctuation, spelling, vocabulary Standard methods of filing (alphabetic, numeric, chronological) English language to communicate Telephone procedures Arithmetic to make calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division Keyboard (computer, typewriter) General principles, procedures and practices of recordkeeping Letter and memo format Ability to Learn specific codes, laws, ordinances, legal documents and technical terminology related to each program or assignment Calculate solutions to math problems involving addition, subtraction, division, multiplication Understand and follow basic oral and written instructions Operate computer terminals, typewriter, printer, copier, microfiche, and FAX Prioritize work to meet deadlines Read English at a level necessary to understand procedures manuals, policies, guidelines Write English at a level necessary to prepare correspondence according to specified format and record incoming information Speak English at a level necessary to communicate information clearly Operate communication devices, telephone and may include radios Deal tactfully with people Accurately proofread details, noting and detecting errors Additional for some positions: Types from clear copy accurately at a rate of not less than 35 words a minute. Office Specialist (Level I) Knowledge and Abilities Same as for Office Specialist (Level II), except that work is originally done under close supervision; as experience is gained, greater independence of action is exercised and less detailed supervision is received until the incumbent is functioning at the journey level. Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training, and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities for this class as described above. Typical ways include: Office Specialist (Level II): Six (6) months as Office Specialist (Level I) with Sacramento County or one (1) year of specialized clerical experience comparable to one of the special assignments listed above. Office Specialist (Level I): One year of clerical experience including customer relations, giving and receiving information on a daily basis, and financial or statistical record-keeping. Note: The level at which initial appointments to the class of Office Specialist are made, and advancement from the lower to the higher level of this class (Level I to Level II), are at the discretion of the appointing authority, providing the minimum qualification is met. Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements Ability to speak, read, and/or write fluently in a language other than English, or knowledge of the culture as certified by the Department of Personnel Services (fomerly the Department of Human Resources). Where required, these special skills may be used in performing such tasks as the following: 1. Gives information by telephone or in person, regarding department services, in a language other than English, to persons whose understanding of English is limited. 2. Translates from written English, the regulations or ordinances, to a language other than English. 3. Translates to English, requests from the public, orally or in writing in a language other than standard English. 4. As assigned, assists other department employees by giving information and advice on problems involving relationships with persons of different language or cultural backgrounds. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Applicants requesting reasonable accommodations during employment examinations: For more information, please review the Job Applicant Exam Reasonable Accommodation Information and submit an Employment Exam Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form . EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586. Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 5/20/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 16, 2024
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers! This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 4/29/24 and 5/20/24 (final) Salary Information: Level I - $3,509.58 - $4,266.50/month Level II - $3,946.33 - $4,795.44/month Office Specialist is a single class with two salary levels, Office Specialist (Level II), and Office Specialist (Level I). Office Specialists (Levels I/II) provide a wide range of specialized technical clerical support throughout County departments. The kind of work performed depends on the specific program or assignment. Office Specialist (Level II) is the journey level class. Incumbents are expected to be technically proficient in handling the assigned duties of the class. Performance at this level requires the ability to explain and apply specific codes, laws, ordinances, legal documents, and technical terminology related to each program or assignment. Office Specialist (Level I) is the trainee level class and is designed for recruitment and training of persons who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the journey level. Under close supervision, Office Specialist Level I perform a variety of clerical/operational duties of less than average difficulty. Note: With a few exceptions, Office Specialists are found in one of the following special assignments: Retirement Administration, Recording Legal Documents, Personnel Actions, Payroll, Examination Scheduling/Processing, Certifications, Medical and Life Insurance Administration, and Property Tax Assessment. Some positions may be designated "confidential" in nature, in accordance with the County Employee Relations Ordinance, and are excluded from the representation unit which includes positions allocated to the regular classes. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Office Specialist (Level II) Knowledge of Clear writing: grammar, punctuation, spelling, vocabulary Standard methods of filing (alphabetic, numeric, chronological) English language to communicate Telephone procedures Arithmetic to make calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division Keyboard (computer, typewriter) General principles, procedures and practices of recordkeeping Letter and memo format Ability to Learn specific codes, laws, ordinances, legal documents and technical terminology related to each program or assignment Calculate solutions to math problems involving addition, subtraction, division, multiplication Understand and follow basic oral and written instructions Operate computer terminals, typewriter, printer, copier, microfiche, and FAX Prioritize work to meet deadlines Read English at a level necessary to understand procedures manuals, policies, guidelines Write English at a level necessary to prepare correspondence according to specified format and record incoming information Speak English at a level necessary to communicate information clearly Operate communication devices, telephone and may include radios Deal tactfully with people Accurately proofread details, noting and detecting errors Additional for some positions: Types from clear copy accurately at a rate of not less than 35 words a minute. Office Specialist (Level I) Knowledge and Abilities Same as for Office Specialist (Level II), except that work is originally done under close supervision; as experience is gained, greater independence of action is exercised and less detailed supervision is received until the incumbent is functioning at the journey level. Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training, and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities for this class as described above. Typical ways include: Office Specialist (Level II): Six (6) months as Office Specialist (Level I) with Sacramento County or one (1) year of specialized clerical experience comparable to one of the special assignments listed above. Office Specialist (Level I): One year of clerical experience including customer relations, giving and receiving information on a daily basis, and financial or statistical record-keeping. Note: The level at which initial appointments to the class of Office Specialist are made, and advancement from the lower to the higher level of this class (Level I to Level II), are at the discretion of the appointing authority, providing the minimum qualification is met. Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements Ability to speak, read, and/or write fluently in a language other than English, or knowledge of the culture as certified by the Department of Personnel Services (fomerly the Department of Human Resources). Where required, these special skills may be used in performing such tasks as the following: 1. Gives information by telephone or in person, regarding department services, in a language other than English, to persons whose understanding of English is limited. 2. Translates from written English, the regulations or ordinances, to a language other than English. 3. Translates to English, requests from the public, orally or in writing in a language other than standard English. 4. As assigned, assists other department employees by giving information and advice on problems involving relationships with persons of different language or cultural backgrounds. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Applicants requesting reasonable accommodations during employment examinations: For more information, please review the Job Applicant Exam Reasonable Accommodation Information and submit an Employment Exam Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form . EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586. Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 5/20/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Orange County, CA
Orange County, California, United States
CAREER DESCRIPTION OFFICE SPECIALIST - BILINGUAL ENGLISH/VIETNAMESE (COMMUNITY RESOURCE NAVIGATOR) This position requires that candidates be able to fluently speak, read, and write Vietnamese in addition to English. This position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: This recruitment will establish an Open eligible list to fill current and future Office Specialist - Bilingual English/Vietnamese within the County of Orange. The current vacancy is for the County Community Service Center with the Social Services Agency. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the County of Orange. This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the County are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. COUNTY OF ORANGE: Whether it’s manicured beach towns or celebrated theme parks, all framed by oceanfront towns and luxury yachts, Orange County is commonly known as “The OC” and stands out as one of the state’s most iconic destinations. With a population of over three million residents, Orange County is the sixth largest county in the United States. Residents enjoy over 42 miles of pristine beaches, three major harbors, vast wilderness parks, beautiful nature preserves, and approximately 402 miles of riding and hiking trails. The OC is a destination region rich with top-notch universities and colleges, some of the highest quality public and private schools in the nation, many corporate headquarters and technology firms, and four international airports within an hour’s drive. Many world-class meeting and entertainment venues, convention centers, and some of the state’s most popular attractions such as Disneyland and California Adventure Resorts, Knott’s Berry Farm, and major sports franchises including the Anaheim Angels Baseball, Anaheim Ducks Hockey, the U.S. Men’s National Volleyball Team, and the 2012 Olympic Games Silver Medal winning U.S. Women’s National Volleyball Team call the OC home. Orange County embraces vibrant, historic, and diverse neighborhoods, and welcomes millions of visitors per year, truly making it where the world comes to live, work, and play. Click here to learn more about the County of Orange. SOCIAL SERVICES AGENCY Administering a number of human services programs, the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) is composed of four business divisions: Assistance Programs; Children and Family Services; Family Self-Sufficiency & Adult Services; and Administrative Services; and over 4,300 dedicated employees, providing human services to an average of one in four Orange County residents. Our mission is to deliver quality services that are accessible and responsive to the community, encourage personal responsibility, strengthen individuals, preserve families, and protect vulnerable adults and children. Click here to learn more about the Social Services Agency. Click here to view a video about the Social Services Agency. COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER (CCSC) The CCSC is a county government center that provides Orange County residents assistance and information on health care, housing, and services for older adults and children from the different County of Orange departments. THE OPPORTUNITY The Community Resource Navigator (Office Specialist) with the CCSC serves as the frontline connection to the client. This position is the main point of contact for public interface at the CCSC and over the phone engaging with each client individually. This position will conduct concise and efficient assessments of each client’s service need to determine priority and identify the most appropriate approach to addressing those needs. The current need is for a bilingual English/Vietnamese Community Resource Navigator. The duties and responsibilities of the Community Resource Navigator (Office Specialist) include but are not limited to: Assesses client needs for referrals and resources (by phone or in-person) and determine priority needs of the client on a basic level Provides basic referrals to services outside the CCSC and/or set appointment with CCSC Resource Specialists and on-site partners to meet priority needs Responds to inquiries for information and referral from individuals, professionals and business partners by phone, email or in person Tracks and monitors client data Coordinates, schedules, and manages presentations held on-site Manages computer workstations at the CCSC by assisting clients with providing technical help with logging into workstation, printing resources (within reason) and engaging in basic IT troubleshooting Performs general office duties, which include but are not limited to; submitting office supply orders, PPE and work order requests through Expediter, collection and distribution of mail correspondence, management of office supplies and lobby flyers, etc. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will have at least two (2) years of experience interacting with public/customers in a busy office environment in person and on the phone to provide information, assist with paperwork and/or retrieve information from them. The ideal candidate will also have knowledge and experience demonstrating the following core competencies: CUSTOMER SERVICE/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Independently engages and interacts with the public, County employees, other County agencies, and community partners with diplomacy, sensitivity, and tactfulness by phone and in-person Proficient in navigating customer interactions and adjusting to evolving situations Exhibits a strong work ethic, attentiveness, and patience Establishes productive and professional relationships with customers Ability to represent County of Orange as an inclusive, professional, and helpful asset to the community TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/OFFICE EXPERIENCE Maintains and manages pertinent information by creating documents, spreadsheets, and other related documents using current computer systems and programs Performs complex record keeping by being detail oriented with a high level of accuracy Ability to troubleshoot issues Utilizes Expediter to process work order request COMMUNICATION SKILLS Clearly and effectively communicates in English and Vietnamese using advanced interpersonal skills Values and participates in a free flow of information with others for the sake of a common goal Demonstrates the principles of writing and grammar, in order to clearly and articulately convey complex information in a timely manner ANALYTICAL SKILLS/JUDGEMENT Performs a high-volume office work requiring independent judgement, accuracy, and speed Reads and interprets complex policies, regulations, and guidelines Exercises discretion and maintaining confidential and/or sensitive information as dictated by the assignment SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS - Social Services Agency (SSA) SSA candidates will be required to undergo a background clearance check and must successfully clear prior to the start of their employment. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Areas considered in the background check include conviction history, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts) if applicable. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.) In addition, a Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) background clearance check may be required. CACI is a repository of child abuse investigation reports managed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) that contains information related to substantiated cases of physical abuse, sexual abuse, mental/emotional abuse, and/or severe neglect of a child. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to view the minimum qualifications for the Office Specialist classification. NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.). Physical and Mental Requirements Possess vision sufficient to read standard text and a computer monitor; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the telephone; body mobility to perform daily tasks within a standard office environment; manual dexterity sufficient to utilize office equipment and transport materials up to 10 pounds. Possess the ability to independently reason logically to reach conclusions and make decisions as well as remain calm and appropriately focused in different interpersonal situations. Environmental Conditions Function effectively in a standard office environment; handle changing priorities, deadlines and multiple assignments concurrently. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource will screen all application materials to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment. Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Online Assessment (Refer/Non-Refer) Candidates whose applications reflect the most job-related experience and training will be invited to online assessment. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred to the next step. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process. Bilingual Assessment (100%) Candidates will be required to take a bilingual assessment. Those candidates who successfully pass the assessment will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedure listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HR will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Please note: The information you provide on your application and/or response to the supplemental questions may be used as a scoring device, so please be thorough and complete in your response. "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information. Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP) The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Alex Ochoa at Alex.Ochoa2@ssa.ocgov.com or (714) 245-6259 EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply Non-Management Benefits In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
CAREER DESCRIPTION OFFICE SPECIALIST - BILINGUAL ENGLISH/VIETNAMESE (COMMUNITY RESOURCE NAVIGATOR) This position requires that candidates be able to fluently speak, read, and write Vietnamese in addition to English. This position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: This recruitment will establish an Open eligible list to fill current and future Office Specialist - Bilingual English/Vietnamese within the County of Orange. The current vacancy is for the County Community Service Center with the Social Services Agency. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the County of Orange. This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the County are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. COUNTY OF ORANGE: Whether it’s manicured beach towns or celebrated theme parks, all framed by oceanfront towns and luxury yachts, Orange County is commonly known as “The OC” and stands out as one of the state’s most iconic destinations. With a population of over three million residents, Orange County is the sixth largest county in the United States. Residents enjoy over 42 miles of pristine beaches, three major harbors, vast wilderness parks, beautiful nature preserves, and approximately 402 miles of riding and hiking trails. The OC is a destination region rich with top-notch universities and colleges, some of the highest quality public and private schools in the nation, many corporate headquarters and technology firms, and four international airports within an hour’s drive. Many world-class meeting and entertainment venues, convention centers, and some of the state’s most popular attractions such as Disneyland and California Adventure Resorts, Knott’s Berry Farm, and major sports franchises including the Anaheim Angels Baseball, Anaheim Ducks Hockey, the U.S. Men’s National Volleyball Team, and the 2012 Olympic Games Silver Medal winning U.S. Women’s National Volleyball Team call the OC home. Orange County embraces vibrant, historic, and diverse neighborhoods, and welcomes millions of visitors per year, truly making it where the world comes to live, work, and play. Click here to learn more about the County of Orange. SOCIAL SERVICES AGENCY Administering a number of human services programs, the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) is composed of four business divisions: Assistance Programs; Children and Family Services; Family Self-Sufficiency & Adult Services; and Administrative Services; and over 4,300 dedicated employees, providing human services to an average of one in four Orange County residents. Our mission is to deliver quality services that are accessible and responsive to the community, encourage personal responsibility, strengthen individuals, preserve families, and protect vulnerable adults and children. Click here to learn more about the Social Services Agency. Click here to view a video about the Social Services Agency. COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER (CCSC) The CCSC is a county government center that provides Orange County residents assistance and information on health care, housing, and services for older adults and children from the different County of Orange departments. THE OPPORTUNITY The Community Resource Navigator (Office Specialist) with the CCSC serves as the frontline connection to the client. This position is the main point of contact for public interface at the CCSC and over the phone engaging with each client individually. This position will conduct concise and efficient assessments of each client’s service need to determine priority and identify the most appropriate approach to addressing those needs. The current need is for a bilingual English/Vietnamese Community Resource Navigator. The duties and responsibilities of the Community Resource Navigator (Office Specialist) include but are not limited to: Assesses client needs for referrals and resources (by phone or in-person) and determine priority needs of the client on a basic level Provides basic referrals to services outside the CCSC and/or set appointment with CCSC Resource Specialists and on-site partners to meet priority needs Responds to inquiries for information and referral from individuals, professionals and business partners by phone, email or in person Tracks and monitors client data Coordinates, schedules, and manages presentations held on-site Manages computer workstations at the CCSC by assisting clients with providing technical help with logging into workstation, printing resources (within reason) and engaging in basic IT troubleshooting Performs general office duties, which include but are not limited to; submitting office supply orders, PPE and work order requests through Expediter, collection and distribution of mail correspondence, management of office supplies and lobby flyers, etc. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will have at least two (2) years of experience interacting with public/customers in a busy office environment in person and on the phone to provide information, assist with paperwork and/or retrieve information from them. The ideal candidate will also have knowledge and experience demonstrating the following core competencies: CUSTOMER SERVICE/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Independently engages and interacts with the public, County employees, other County agencies, and community partners with diplomacy, sensitivity, and tactfulness by phone and in-person Proficient in navigating customer interactions and adjusting to evolving situations Exhibits a strong work ethic, attentiveness, and patience Establishes productive and professional relationships with customers Ability to represent County of Orange as an inclusive, professional, and helpful asset to the community TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/OFFICE EXPERIENCE Maintains and manages pertinent information by creating documents, spreadsheets, and other related documents using current computer systems and programs Performs complex record keeping by being detail oriented with a high level of accuracy Ability to troubleshoot issues Utilizes Expediter to process work order request COMMUNICATION SKILLS Clearly and effectively communicates in English and Vietnamese using advanced interpersonal skills Values and participates in a free flow of information with others for the sake of a common goal Demonstrates the principles of writing and grammar, in order to clearly and articulately convey complex information in a timely manner ANALYTICAL SKILLS/JUDGEMENT Performs a high-volume office work requiring independent judgement, accuracy, and speed Reads and interprets complex policies, regulations, and guidelines Exercises discretion and maintaining confidential and/or sensitive information as dictated by the assignment SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS - Social Services Agency (SSA) SSA candidates will be required to undergo a background clearance check and must successfully clear prior to the start of their employment. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Areas considered in the background check include conviction history, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts) if applicable. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.) In addition, a Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) background clearance check may be required. CACI is a repository of child abuse investigation reports managed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) that contains information related to substantiated cases of physical abuse, sexual abuse, mental/emotional abuse, and/or severe neglect of a child. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to view the minimum qualifications for the Office Specialist classification. NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.). Physical and Mental Requirements Possess vision sufficient to read standard text and a computer monitor; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the telephone; body mobility to perform daily tasks within a standard office environment; manual dexterity sufficient to utilize office equipment and transport materials up to 10 pounds. Possess the ability to independently reason logically to reach conclusions and make decisions as well as remain calm and appropriately focused in different interpersonal situations. Environmental Conditions Function effectively in a standard office environment; handle changing priorities, deadlines and multiple assignments concurrently. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource will screen all application materials to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment. Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Online Assessment (Refer/Non-Refer) Candidates whose applications reflect the most job-related experience and training will be invited to online assessment. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred to the next step. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process. Bilingual Assessment (100%) Candidates will be required to take a bilingual assessment. Those candidates who successfully pass the assessment will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedure listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HR will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Please note: The information you provide on your application and/or response to the supplemental questions may be used as a scoring device, so please be thorough and complete in your response. "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information. Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP) The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Alex Ochoa at Alex.Ochoa2@ssa.ocgov.com or (714) 245-6259 EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply Non-Management Benefits In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Orange County, CA
Orange County, California, United States
CAREER DESCRIPTION OFFICE SPECIALIST - BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH (COMMUNITY RESOURCE NAVIGATOR) This position requires that candidates be able to fluently speak, read, and write Spanish in addition to English. This position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: This recruitment will establish an Open eligible list to fill current and future Office Specialist - Bilingual English/Spanish within the County of Orange. The current vacancy is for the County Community Service Center with the Social Services Agency. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the County of Orange. This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the County are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. COUNTY OF ORANGE: Whether it’s manicured beach towns or celebrated theme parks, all framed by oceanfront towns and luxury yachts, Orange County is commonly known as “The OC” and stands out as one of the state’s most iconic destinations. With a population of over three million residents, Orange County is the sixth largest county in the United States. Residents enjoy over 42 miles of pristine beaches, three major harbors, vast wilderness parks, beautiful nature preserves, and approximately 402 miles of riding and hiking trails. The OC is a destination region rich with top-notch universities and colleges, some of the highest quality public and private schools in the nation, many corporate headquarters and technology firms, and four international airports within an hour’s drive. Many world-class meeting and entertainment venues, convention centers, and some of the state’s most popular attractions such as Disneyland and California Adventure Resorts, Knott’s Berry Farm, and major sports franchises including the Anaheim Angels Baseball, Anaheim Ducks Hockey, the U.S. Men’s National Volleyball Team, and the 2012 Olympic Games Silver Medal winning U.S. Women’s National Volleyball Team call the OC home. Orange County embraces vibrant, historic, and diverse neighborhoods, and welcomes millions of visitors per year, truly making it where the world comes to live, work, and play. Click here to learn more about the County of Orange. SOCIAL SERVICES AGENCY Administering a number of human services programs, the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) is composed of four business divisions: Assistance Programs; Children and Family Services; Family Self-Sufficiency & Adult Services; and Administrative Services; and over 4,300 dedicated employees, providing human services to an average of one in four Orange County residents. Our mission is to deliver quality services that are accessible and responsive to the community, encourage personal responsibility, strengthen individuals, preserve families, and protect vulnerable adults and children. Click here to learn more about the Social Services Agency. Click here to view a video about the Social Services Agency. COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER (CCSC) The CCSC is a county government center that provides Orange County residents assistance and information on health care, housing, and services for older adults and children from the different County of Orange departments. THE OPPORTUNITY The Community Resource Navigator (Office Specialist) with the CCSC serves as the frontline connection to the client. This position is the main point of contact for public interface at the CCSC and over the phone engaging with each client individually. This position will conduct concise and efficient assessments of each client’s service need to determine priority and identify the most appropriate approach to addressing those needs. The current need is for a bilingual English/Spanish Community Resource Navigator. The duties and responsibilities of the Community Resource Navigator (Office Specialist) include but are not limited to: Assesses client needs for referrals and resources (by phone or in-person) and determine priority needs of the client on a basic level Provides basic referrals to services outside the CCSC and/or set appointment with CCSC Resource Specialists and on-site partners to meet priority needs Responds to inquiries for information and referral from individuals, professionals and business partners by phone, email or in person Tracks and monitors client data Coordinates, schedules, and manages presentations held on-site Manages computer workstations at the CCSC by assisting clients with providing technical help with logging into workstation, printing resources (within reason) and engaging in basic IT troubleshooting Performs general office duties, which include but are not limited to; submitting office supply orders, PPE and work order requests through Expediter, collection and distribution of mail correspondence, management of office supplies and lobby flyers, etc. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will have at least two (2) years of experience interacting with public/customers in a busy office environment in person and on the phone to provide information, assist with paperwork and/or retrieve information from them. The ideal candidate will also have knowledge and experience demonstrating the following core competencies: CUSTOMER SERVICE/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Independently engages and interacts with the public, County employees, other County agencies, and community partners with diplomacy, sensitivity, and tactfulness by phone and in-person Proficient in navigating customer interactions and adjusting to evolving situations Exhibits a strong work ethic, attentiveness, and patience Establishes productive and professional relationships with customers Ability to represent County of Orange as an inclusive, professional, and helpful asset to the community TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/OFFICE EXPERIENCE Maintains and manages pertinent information by creating documents, spreadsheets, and other related documents using current computer systems and programs Performs complex record keeping by being detail oriented with a high level of accuracy Ability to troubleshoot issues Utilizes Expediter to process work order request COMMUNICATION SKILLS Clearly and effectively communicates in English and Spanish using advanced interpersonal skills Values and participates in a free flow of information with others for the sake of a common goal Demonstrates the principles of writing and grammar, in order to clearly and articulately convey complex information in a timely manner ANALYTICAL SKILLS/JUDGEMENT Performs a high-volume office work requiring independent judgement, accuracy, and speed Reads and interprets complex policies, regulations, and guidelines Exercises discretion and maintaining confidential and/or sensitive information as dictated by the assignment SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS - Social Services Agency (SSA) SSA candidates will be required to undergo a background clearance check and must successfully clear prior to the start of their employment. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Areas considered in the background check include conviction history, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts) if applicable. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.) In addition, a Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) background clearance check may be required. CACI is a repository of child abuse investigation reports managed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) that contains information related to substantiated cases of physical abuse, sexual abuse, mental/emotional abuse, and/or severe neglect of a child. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to view the minimum qualifications for the Office Specialist classification. NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.). Physical and Mental Requirements Possess vision sufficient to read standard text and a computer monitor; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the telephone; body mobility to perform daily tasks within a standard office environment; manual dexterity sufficient to utilize office equipment and transport materials up to 10 pounds. Possess the ability to independently reason logically to reach conclusions and make decisions as well as remain calm and appropriately focused in different interpersonal situations. Environmental Conditions Function effectively in a standard office environment; handle changing priorities, deadlines and multiple assignments concurrently. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource will screen all application materials to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment. Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Online Assessment (Refer/Non-Refer) Candidates whose applications reflect the most job-related experience and training will be invited to online assessment. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred to the next step. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process. Bilingual Assessment (100%) Candidates will be required to take a bilingual assessment. Those candidates who successfully pass the assessment will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedure listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HR will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Please note: The information you provide on your application and/or response to the supplemental questions may be used as a scoring device, so please be thorough and complete in your response. "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information. Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP) The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Alex Ochoa at Alex.Ochoa2@ssa.ocgov.com or (714) 245-6259 EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply Non-Management Benefits In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
CAREER DESCRIPTION OFFICE SPECIALIST - BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH (COMMUNITY RESOURCE NAVIGATOR) This position requires that candidates be able to fluently speak, read, and write Spanish in addition to English. This position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: This recruitment will establish an Open eligible list to fill current and future Office Specialist - Bilingual English/Spanish within the County of Orange. The current vacancy is for the County Community Service Center with the Social Services Agency. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the County of Orange. This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the County are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. COUNTY OF ORANGE: Whether it’s manicured beach towns or celebrated theme parks, all framed by oceanfront towns and luxury yachts, Orange County is commonly known as “The OC” and stands out as one of the state’s most iconic destinations. With a population of over three million residents, Orange County is the sixth largest county in the United States. Residents enjoy over 42 miles of pristine beaches, three major harbors, vast wilderness parks, beautiful nature preserves, and approximately 402 miles of riding and hiking trails. The OC is a destination region rich with top-notch universities and colleges, some of the highest quality public and private schools in the nation, many corporate headquarters and technology firms, and four international airports within an hour’s drive. Many world-class meeting and entertainment venues, convention centers, and some of the state’s most popular attractions such as Disneyland and California Adventure Resorts, Knott’s Berry Farm, and major sports franchises including the Anaheim Angels Baseball, Anaheim Ducks Hockey, the U.S. Men’s National Volleyball Team, and the 2012 Olympic Games Silver Medal winning U.S. Women’s National Volleyball Team call the OC home. Orange County embraces vibrant, historic, and diverse neighborhoods, and welcomes millions of visitors per year, truly making it where the world comes to live, work, and play. Click here to learn more about the County of Orange. SOCIAL SERVICES AGENCY Administering a number of human services programs, the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) is composed of four business divisions: Assistance Programs; Children and Family Services; Family Self-Sufficiency & Adult Services; and Administrative Services; and over 4,300 dedicated employees, providing human services to an average of one in four Orange County residents. Our mission is to deliver quality services that are accessible and responsive to the community, encourage personal responsibility, strengthen individuals, preserve families, and protect vulnerable adults and children. Click here to learn more about the Social Services Agency. Click here to view a video about the Social Services Agency. COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER (CCSC) The CCSC is a county government center that provides Orange County residents assistance and information on health care, housing, and services for older adults and children from the different County of Orange departments. THE OPPORTUNITY The Community Resource Navigator (Office Specialist) with the CCSC serves as the frontline connection to the client. This position is the main point of contact for public interface at the CCSC and over the phone engaging with each client individually. This position will conduct concise and efficient assessments of each client’s service need to determine priority and identify the most appropriate approach to addressing those needs. The current need is for a bilingual English/Spanish Community Resource Navigator. The duties and responsibilities of the Community Resource Navigator (Office Specialist) include but are not limited to: Assesses client needs for referrals and resources (by phone or in-person) and determine priority needs of the client on a basic level Provides basic referrals to services outside the CCSC and/or set appointment with CCSC Resource Specialists and on-site partners to meet priority needs Responds to inquiries for information and referral from individuals, professionals and business partners by phone, email or in person Tracks and monitors client data Coordinates, schedules, and manages presentations held on-site Manages computer workstations at the CCSC by assisting clients with providing technical help with logging into workstation, printing resources (within reason) and engaging in basic IT troubleshooting Performs general office duties, which include but are not limited to; submitting office supply orders, PPE and work order requests through Expediter, collection and distribution of mail correspondence, management of office supplies and lobby flyers, etc. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will have at least two (2) years of experience interacting with public/customers in a busy office environment in person and on the phone to provide information, assist with paperwork and/or retrieve information from them. The ideal candidate will also have knowledge and experience demonstrating the following core competencies: CUSTOMER SERVICE/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Independently engages and interacts with the public, County employees, other County agencies, and community partners with diplomacy, sensitivity, and tactfulness by phone and in-person Proficient in navigating customer interactions and adjusting to evolving situations Exhibits a strong work ethic, attentiveness, and patience Establishes productive and professional relationships with customers Ability to represent County of Orange as an inclusive, professional, and helpful asset to the community TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/OFFICE EXPERIENCE Maintains and manages pertinent information by creating documents, spreadsheets, and other related documents using current computer systems and programs Performs complex record keeping by being detail oriented with a high level of accuracy Ability to troubleshoot issues Utilizes Expediter to process work order request COMMUNICATION SKILLS Clearly and effectively communicates in English and Spanish using advanced interpersonal skills Values and participates in a free flow of information with others for the sake of a common goal Demonstrates the principles of writing and grammar, in order to clearly and articulately convey complex information in a timely manner ANALYTICAL SKILLS/JUDGEMENT Performs a high-volume office work requiring independent judgement, accuracy, and speed Reads and interprets complex policies, regulations, and guidelines Exercises discretion and maintaining confidential and/or sensitive information as dictated by the assignment SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS - Social Services Agency (SSA) SSA candidates will be required to undergo a background clearance check and must successfully clear prior to the start of their employment. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Areas considered in the background check include conviction history, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts) if applicable. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.) In addition, a Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) background clearance check may be required. CACI is a repository of child abuse investigation reports managed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) that contains information related to substantiated cases of physical abuse, sexual abuse, mental/emotional abuse, and/or severe neglect of a child. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to view the minimum qualifications for the Office Specialist classification. NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.). Physical and Mental Requirements Possess vision sufficient to read standard text and a computer monitor; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the telephone; body mobility to perform daily tasks within a standard office environment; manual dexterity sufficient to utilize office equipment and transport materials up to 10 pounds. Possess the ability to independently reason logically to reach conclusions and make decisions as well as remain calm and appropriately focused in different interpersonal situations. Environmental Conditions Function effectively in a standard office environment; handle changing priorities, deadlines and multiple assignments concurrently. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource will screen all application materials to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment. Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Online Assessment (Refer/Non-Refer) Candidates whose applications reflect the most job-related experience and training will be invited to online assessment. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred to the next step. All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process. Bilingual Assessment (100%) Candidates will be required to take a bilingual assessment. Those candidates who successfully pass the assessment will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedure listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HR will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Please note: The information you provide on your application and/or response to the supplemental questions may be used as a scoring device, so please be thorough and complete in your response. "See Resume" is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information. Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP) The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Alex Ochoa at Alex.Ochoa2@ssa.ocgov.com or (714) 245-6259 EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply Non-Management Benefits In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CLARK COUNTY, NV
Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
ABOUT THE POSITION Eighth Judicial District Court is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Legal Office Specialist position. The ideal candidate will be responsible to assign, direct, and review the work of other Legal Office Support staff; provides difficult, complex, technical, specialized, and/or confidential legal office support to various County legal or court offices. This is the working lead level in the Legal Office Specialist series, with responsibility for providing direction to a group of legal office support staff performing similar work. This class is distinguished from Legal Office Services Supervisor in that the latter is the full supervisory level of this series, having responsibility for large office staff and/or multiple areas of responsibility. This examination will establish an eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by District Court Human Resources. District Court Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the hiring interview. THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 300 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED. Some positions may be used to fill term Limited-Permanent positions. The selected candidates will be hired for a special project or duties of a limited duration and be required to sign a term of employment letter specifying condition and exact dates of employment. The successful candidates will be eligible for benefits during the duration of employment. Some positions may be Grant Funded. Grant Funded positions are subject to continuation based on availability of grant funds and the employee will be terminated without right of appeal when such funds are no longer available. Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school AND four (4) years of full-time experience in providing office support which required the use of legal terminology and the processing of legal documents. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to one (1) year. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Specific positions may require working evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides lead direction, training, and work review to a legal office support work unit; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows-up to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work. Provides input into selection, evaluation, disciplinary, and other personnel matters; may sign evaluation forms and counsel employees as required. Performs difficult, complex, technical, and/or specialized confidential legal office support work, which may require the exercise of independent judgment, the application of technical skills, or knowledge of detailed or specialized activities related to the department to which assigned. Researches and assembles information from a variety of sources for the completion of forms or the preparation of reports; make arithmetic and statistical calculations. Provides information to the public or to County staff that requires the use of judgment and the application of policies, rules, or procedures. Organizes, maintains, and purges various departmental files. Types correspondence, reports, forms, and specialized documents from drafts, notes, dictated tapes, or brief instructions, using a typewriter or computer. Proofreads and checks typed and other materials for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental policies and regulations. Enters and retrieves data and prepares reports using a computer; reviews such reports for accuracy and makes corrections as required; may access statewide confidential computer data networks. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Oversees and personally performs a variety of office administrative details such as ordering supplies, arranging for the repair of equipment, transmitting information, and keeping reference materials up to date; may arrange meetings by notifying participants, reserving rooms, making lodging and/or meal arrangements, etc. Acts as a receptionist and receives and screens visitors and telephone calls and directs the caller to the proper person or personally handles the call; operates standard office equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, strength to lift files weighing up to 25 pounds, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options More Money in Your Pocket 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement No Social Security Deduction No State Income Taxes Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills) 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include: 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Holiday Leave Other leave options Catastrophic Leave Parental Leave - Up to 90 days Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care. Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit. Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 17, 2024
Full Time
ABOUT THE POSITION Eighth Judicial District Court is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Legal Office Specialist position. The ideal candidate will be responsible to assign, direct, and review the work of other Legal Office Support staff; provides difficult, complex, technical, specialized, and/or confidential legal office support to various County legal or court offices. This is the working lead level in the Legal Office Specialist series, with responsibility for providing direction to a group of legal office support staff performing similar work. This class is distinguished from Legal Office Services Supervisor in that the latter is the full supervisory level of this series, having responsibility for large office staff and/or multiple areas of responsibility. This examination will establish an eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by District Court Human Resources. District Court Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the hiring interview. THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 300 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED. Some positions may be used to fill term Limited-Permanent positions. The selected candidates will be hired for a special project or duties of a limited duration and be required to sign a term of employment letter specifying condition and exact dates of employment. The successful candidates will be eligible for benefits during the duration of employment. Some positions may be Grant Funded. Grant Funded positions are subject to continuation based on availability of grant funds and the employee will be terminated without right of appeal when such funds are no longer available. Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school AND four (4) years of full-time experience in providing office support which required the use of legal terminology and the processing of legal documents. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to one (1) year. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Specific positions may require working evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides lead direction, training, and work review to a legal office support work unit; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows-up to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work. Provides input into selection, evaluation, disciplinary, and other personnel matters; may sign evaluation forms and counsel employees as required. Performs difficult, complex, technical, and/or specialized confidential legal office support work, which may require the exercise of independent judgment, the application of technical skills, or knowledge of detailed or specialized activities related to the department to which assigned. Researches and assembles information from a variety of sources for the completion of forms or the preparation of reports; make arithmetic and statistical calculations. Provides information to the public or to County staff that requires the use of judgment and the application of policies, rules, or procedures. Organizes, maintains, and purges various departmental files. Types correspondence, reports, forms, and specialized documents from drafts, notes, dictated tapes, or brief instructions, using a typewriter or computer. Proofreads and checks typed and other materials for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental policies and regulations. Enters and retrieves data and prepares reports using a computer; reviews such reports for accuracy and makes corrections as required; may access statewide confidential computer data networks. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Oversees and personally performs a variety of office administrative details such as ordering supplies, arranging for the repair of equipment, transmitting information, and keeping reference materials up to date; may arrange meetings by notifying participants, reserving rooms, making lodging and/or meal arrangements, etc. Acts as a receptionist and receives and screens visitors and telephone calls and directs the caller to the proper person or personally handles the call; operates standard office equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, strength to lift files weighing up to 25 pounds, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options More Money in Your Pocket 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement No Social Security Deduction No State Income Taxes Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills) 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include: 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Holiday Leave Other leave options Catastrophic Leave Parental Leave - Up to 90 days Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care. Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit. Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Nevada County, CA
Grass Valley, California, United States
Definition and Class Characteristics INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MAY 7 The Public Health Department promotes the health of the entire community through varied programs including control of communicable diseases, coordination of the response to health emergencies, individual case management, primary prevention of disease, and wellness promotion. Come join our dynamic, professional team committed to keeping our community safe and healthy! We are pleased to be recruiting for a part-time, temporary Health Education Specialist to support our Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health program! This is one of the most caring and engaged positions within our department. This team member works as a parent educator, supporting expecting and new families to promote optimal growth, development, and health of Nevada County’s next generation by supporting caregivers. The Health Education Specialist will utilize the Parents As Teachers evidence-based curriculum to ensure parents are prepared to fully engage in their new roles and welcome healthy babies. This team member organizes and implements a range of health education programs including breastfeeding support, and mental health screenings with a focus on developing trusting, supportive relationships with families. The Parent Educator plans activities, performing related work as required under general supervision from the Public Health Nurse. In collaboration with public health staff, community agencies, public and private organizations, incumbents support the development, implementation, and evaluation of parenting and health education programs. The ideal candidate will: Hold the equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public health, education, behavioral or life sciences or a related field. Experience working in child development is preferred. Bring value to a strong, engaged team whose mission is to optimize the health of children, prevent disease, promote and support health and wellness, and protect the community and build a strong future generation. Be committed to and participate in the department’s ongoing work towards diversity, inclusion, and equity. Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to adapt their communication style to meet the needs of both internal and external customers. Work independently, able to prioritize work and remain flexible when priorities shift. Be a detail oriented, self-starter who can apply critical thinking skills to daily work and special projects. Provide excellent customer service utilizing emotional intelligence to assist customers at both ends of the life cycle. Be software/system intuitive. Possess strong Microsoft Office suite skills, especially Excel and Word. This position is part-time temporary; part-time employees work an average of 20 hours but not more than 29 hours per week, for a maximum of 1000 hours per fiscal year. Temporary employees earn sick leave, but are not eligible for other vacation or holiday pay, medical, dental, or vision benefits, or CalPERS. You matter at County of Nevada. Your contribution, your worth, your ideas, all have a place here. We thrive on transparent and ongoing communication through employee newsletters, social media and hosted sites. We strive to be the best version of ourselves through continuous improvement. We learn and grow as a team. Great discoveries happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Best of all, you make a difference in the lives of our community every day. Bring your whole self to our place. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Want to learn more? See the full job requirements here . NOTE: This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group. Sick Leave: Temporary County employees shall accrue at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for each thirty (30) hours worked. Temporary County employees can accrue a maximum of 80 hours of sick leave which may be carried over from one fiscal year to the next. Medical Benefits: Temporary employees whose assignments average 30 hours per week or more are eligible to enroll in County-sponsored medical benefits. NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010option 2 Comments, please email:human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov Closing Date/Time: 4/29/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 16, 2024
Full Time
Definition and Class Characteristics INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, MAY 7 The Public Health Department promotes the health of the entire community through varied programs including control of communicable diseases, coordination of the response to health emergencies, individual case management, primary prevention of disease, and wellness promotion. Come join our dynamic, professional team committed to keeping our community safe and healthy! We are pleased to be recruiting for a part-time, temporary Health Education Specialist to support our Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health program! This is one of the most caring and engaged positions within our department. This team member works as a parent educator, supporting expecting and new families to promote optimal growth, development, and health of Nevada County’s next generation by supporting caregivers. The Health Education Specialist will utilize the Parents As Teachers evidence-based curriculum to ensure parents are prepared to fully engage in their new roles and welcome healthy babies. This team member organizes and implements a range of health education programs including breastfeeding support, and mental health screenings with a focus on developing trusting, supportive relationships with families. The Parent Educator plans activities, performing related work as required under general supervision from the Public Health Nurse. In collaboration with public health staff, community agencies, public and private organizations, incumbents support the development, implementation, and evaluation of parenting and health education programs. The ideal candidate will: Hold the equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public health, education, behavioral or life sciences or a related field. Experience working in child development is preferred. Bring value to a strong, engaged team whose mission is to optimize the health of children, prevent disease, promote and support health and wellness, and protect the community and build a strong future generation. Be committed to and participate in the department’s ongoing work towards diversity, inclusion, and equity. Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to adapt their communication style to meet the needs of both internal and external customers. Work independently, able to prioritize work and remain flexible when priorities shift. Be a detail oriented, self-starter who can apply critical thinking skills to daily work and special projects. Provide excellent customer service utilizing emotional intelligence to assist customers at both ends of the life cycle. Be software/system intuitive. Possess strong Microsoft Office suite skills, especially Excel and Word. This position is part-time temporary; part-time employees work an average of 20 hours but not more than 29 hours per week, for a maximum of 1000 hours per fiscal year. Temporary employees earn sick leave, but are not eligible for other vacation or holiday pay, medical, dental, or vision benefits, or CalPERS. You matter at County of Nevada. Your contribution, your worth, your ideas, all have a place here. We thrive on transparent and ongoing communication through employee newsletters, social media and hosted sites. We strive to be the best version of ourselves through continuous improvement. We learn and grow as a team. Great discoveries happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Best of all, you make a difference in the lives of our community every day. Bring your whole self to our place. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Want to learn more? See the full job requirements here . NOTE: This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group. Sick Leave: Temporary County employees shall accrue at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for each thirty (30) hours worked. Temporary County employees can accrue a maximum of 80 hours of sick leave which may be carried over from one fiscal year to the next. Medical Benefits: Temporary employees whose assignments average 30 hours per week or more are eligible to enroll in County-sponsored medical benefits. NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010option 2 Comments, please email:human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov Closing Date/Time: 4/29/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job ***THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR THE MORONGO BASIN LOCATION ONLY*** APPLY TODAY - Priority Review will begin Monday, February 26, 2024. English-Spanish Bilingual Candidates are encouraged to apply. San Bernardino County seeks qualified individuals with no felony convictions and able to pass an extensive background investigation, that may include polygraph testing, to provide clerical support in the Sheriff's Department. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill immediate vacancies for San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department inthe Morongo Basin . Morongo Basin is approximately 70 miles east of downtown San Bernardino. *Official Job Title: Office Specialist - For more detailed information, refer to the Office Specialist job description. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background: Prior to appointment, applicants will be fingerprinted and must pass an extensive background investigation, including a polygraph examination. Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Experience: Two (2) years of full-time experience performing complex clerical tasks in an office environment. Experience must be comparable to duties performed by a clerical lead worker and/or supervisor, fiscal assistant, or other office work which is non-routine in nature and requires exercising independent decision making. Experience must be clearly described on the application and must include performing a variety of clerical tasks including public contact and computer usage. Qualifying experience is typically equivalent to the San Bernardino County Office Assistant III classification and above. Note: Retail sales and food service experience is not qualifying. Desired Qualifications Experience using computer applications and in the skill areas listed on the Supplemental Questionnaire are highly desirable. Selection Process There will be an online assessment of knowledge and skills in the following areas: Interpreting Rules and Regulations Office Procedures and Practices Public Contact Basic Fiscal Concepts Work Accuracy and Attention to Detail A separate written examination to evaluate Spanish Bilingual Skills will be administered to applicants indicating bilingual (Spanish/English) skills on the application. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time with or without notice. FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION, please apply by Monday, February 26, 2024 . R esumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the recruitment closing. Once your application has been successfully submitted , you will receive an on-screen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email . Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Clerical Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change.
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Job ***THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR THE MORONGO BASIN LOCATION ONLY*** APPLY TODAY - Priority Review will begin Monday, February 26, 2024. English-Spanish Bilingual Candidates are encouraged to apply. San Bernardino County seeks qualified individuals with no felony convictions and able to pass an extensive background investigation, that may include polygraph testing, to provide clerical support in the Sheriff's Department. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill immediate vacancies for San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department inthe Morongo Basin . Morongo Basin is approximately 70 miles east of downtown San Bernardino. *Official Job Title: Office Specialist - For more detailed information, refer to the Office Specialist job description. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background: Prior to appointment, applicants will be fingerprinted and must pass an extensive background investigation, including a polygraph examination. Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Experience: Two (2) years of full-time experience performing complex clerical tasks in an office environment. Experience must be comparable to duties performed by a clerical lead worker and/or supervisor, fiscal assistant, or other office work which is non-routine in nature and requires exercising independent decision making. Experience must be clearly described on the application and must include performing a variety of clerical tasks including public contact and computer usage. Qualifying experience is typically equivalent to the San Bernardino County Office Assistant III classification and above. Note: Retail sales and food service experience is not qualifying. Desired Qualifications Experience using computer applications and in the skill areas listed on the Supplemental Questionnaire are highly desirable. Selection Process There will be an online assessment of knowledge and skills in the following areas: Interpreting Rules and Regulations Office Procedures and Practices Public Contact Basic Fiscal Concepts Work Accuracy and Attention to Detail A separate written examination to evaluate Spanish Bilingual Skills will be administered to applicants indicating bilingual (Spanish/English) skills on the application. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time with or without notice. FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION, please apply by Monday, February 26, 2024 . R esumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the recruitment closing. Once your application has been successfully submitted , you will receive an on-screen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email . Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Clerical Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change.
Description THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. The Health Services Specialist I performs basic health care tasks and specialized detention work in the care and security of inmates and detainees in the county jail or juvenile detention center. Work involves responding to emergency and non-emergency requests, performing medical screenings, patient chart documentation, and distributing medications as prescribed. Examples of Duties Handles and manages routine and sensitive correspondence, medical records, reports, billing statements, memorandums, and other documents. Provides inmates and detainees with baseline medical assessments; provides basic health care to inmates and detainees, including both emergent and non-emergent care. Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection for both pathology and forensic processing, assists physicians and allied care providers during patient evaluation and examination clinics. Provides immunizations. Distributes medications and updates related files to ensure proper documentation of administered medications. Receives, distributes, and maintains office supply and medical supply inventories. Arranges and coordinates inmate patient appointments with community providers; helps to ensure transportation and security procedures are followed. Manages phone calls and inquiries from citizens or the general community, providing information as necessary or referring callers to appropriate personnel, and routing messages. Maintains follow up care schedules and routes patient information as necessary; files related medical information as needed. Regular and punctual attendance is required. Processes inmate patient billing statements from community providers and services Assists with recording, entering, and posting inmate co-pay statements for collection. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Must be 18 years of age. Must be a United States citizen. Possession of a valid Driver's License. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days of employment. High school diploma or GED and a certification as an EMT, Medical Assistant or Registered Pharmacy Technician is required. A minimum one year of experience in a related field is preferred. Supplemental Information To ensure the proper delivery of emails please add jobs@dentoncounty.gov to your email safe list. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Description THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. The Health Services Specialist I performs basic health care tasks and specialized detention work in the care and security of inmates and detainees in the county jail or juvenile detention center. Work involves responding to emergency and non-emergency requests, performing medical screenings, patient chart documentation, and distributing medications as prescribed. Examples of Duties Handles and manages routine and sensitive correspondence, medical records, reports, billing statements, memorandums, and other documents. Provides inmates and detainees with baseline medical assessments; provides basic health care to inmates and detainees, including both emergent and non-emergent care. Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection for both pathology and forensic processing, assists physicians and allied care providers during patient evaluation and examination clinics. Provides immunizations. Distributes medications and updates related files to ensure proper documentation of administered medications. Receives, distributes, and maintains office supply and medical supply inventories. Arranges and coordinates inmate patient appointments with community providers; helps to ensure transportation and security procedures are followed. Manages phone calls and inquiries from citizens or the general community, providing information as necessary or referring callers to appropriate personnel, and routing messages. Maintains follow up care schedules and routes patient information as necessary; files related medical information as needed. Regular and punctual attendance is required. Processes inmate patient billing statements from community providers and services Assists with recording, entering, and posting inmate co-pay statements for collection. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Must be 18 years of age. Must be a United States citizen. Possession of a valid Driver's License. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days of employment. High school diploma or GED and a certification as an EMT, Medical Assistant or Registered Pharmacy Technician is required. A minimum one year of experience in a related field is preferred. Supplemental Information To ensure the proper delivery of emails please add jobs@dentoncounty.gov to your email safe list. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job This recruitment is only open to current County of San Bernardino, Fire Department, or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX) or intern position. Former PSE, WEX, or interns are eligible to apply up to 6 months from the end of their assignment. Your County employment must be clearly listed in your work experience. San Bernardino County is recruiting for Office Specialists who perform administrative clerical support work involving a variety of complex and/or specialized departmental programs and services. Office Specialists may interview, explain, counsel, advise, or assist patients, employees, clients, candidates, voters, or the general public regarding policies, procedures, practices, and local, state, and federal regulations; interpret and apply technical and procedural information; and research, process, review, and audit a variety of transactions, documents, and records. The eligible list may be used to fill any vacancies within County Departments and also with the County Fire and Special Districts Departments. Applicants will be asked to indicate their availability and preference for referral to the various agencies in the Supplemental Questionnaire. For more detailed information, view the Office Specialist job description. EXCELLENT SALARY* AND BENEFITS! Applications will be accepted and processed until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close without notice; interested candidates should apply as soon as possible. County Fire and Special Districts Positions: The County Fire Department and Special Districts Department are separate entities from San Bernardino County, and as such, compensation and benefits for their positions are set forth in a different compensation plan ; click here for a summary of associated benefits. The salary for County Fire and Special District Office Specialist is $20.13 - $27.80 hourly (N20). For additional details, refer to the Non-Represented Employee Compensation Plan . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background Check: Applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, credit check, and/or medical exam, prior to appointment. For the Probation and Sheriff's Departments, positions require extensive background investigations, including polygraph testing. If you are interested in these departments, indicate your availability on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Shift work and/or weekend work: Some departments may require shift work and/or weekend work. Must indicate availability on the application. Shift differentials and overtime compensation are available. Travel throughout the County: Employees will be required to provide their own transportation, and mileage reimbursement is available. At the time of hire, a valid California driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. *Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance. Minimum Requirements EXPERIENCE Two (2) year s full-time experience performing complex clerical tasks in an office environment. Experience must be comparable to duties performed by a clerical lead worker and/or supervisor, fiscal assistant, or other office work which is non-routine in nature and requires exercising independent decision making. Experience must be clearly described on the application and must include performing a variety of clerical tasks including public contact and computer usage. Qualifying experience is typically equivalent to the San Bernardino County Office Assistant III classification and above. Note: Retail sales and food service experience is not qualifying. Desired Qualifications Experience using computer applications; the skill areas listed on the Supplemental Questionnaire are highly desirable. Selection Process There will be an online assessment of knowledge and skills in the following areas: Interpreting Rules and Regulations Office Procedures and Practices Public Contact Basic Fiscal Concepts Work Accuracy and Attention to Detail Details of the online assessment process will be emailed once the recruitment has closed. IMPORTANT: The ability to take pre-employment tests online is a privilege. Please do not take advantage of this benefit. Also, be aware that applicants may be required to take parallel versions of these tests in a proctored setting in order to confirm their identities as the original test takers. Application Procedure : To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible . Applications will be processed as needed; recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. All experience must be clearly listed in the work experience and supplemental questionnaire. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Clerical Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Job This recruitment is only open to current County of San Bernardino, Fire Department, or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX) or intern position. Former PSE, WEX, or interns are eligible to apply up to 6 months from the end of their assignment. Your County employment must be clearly listed in your work experience. San Bernardino County is recruiting for Office Specialists who perform administrative clerical support work involving a variety of complex and/or specialized departmental programs and services. Office Specialists may interview, explain, counsel, advise, or assist patients, employees, clients, candidates, voters, or the general public regarding policies, procedures, practices, and local, state, and federal regulations; interpret and apply technical and procedural information; and research, process, review, and audit a variety of transactions, documents, and records. The eligible list may be used to fill any vacancies within County Departments and also with the County Fire and Special Districts Departments. Applicants will be asked to indicate their availability and preference for referral to the various agencies in the Supplemental Questionnaire. For more detailed information, view the Office Specialist job description. EXCELLENT SALARY* AND BENEFITS! Applications will be accepted and processed until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close without notice; interested candidates should apply as soon as possible. County Fire and Special Districts Positions: The County Fire Department and Special Districts Department are separate entities from San Bernardino County, and as such, compensation and benefits for their positions are set forth in a different compensation plan ; click here for a summary of associated benefits. The salary for County Fire and Special District Office Specialist is $20.13 - $27.80 hourly (N20). For additional details, refer to the Non-Represented Employee Compensation Plan . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background Check: Applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, credit check, and/or medical exam, prior to appointment. For the Probation and Sheriff's Departments, positions require extensive background investigations, including polygraph testing. If you are interested in these departments, indicate your availability on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Shift work and/or weekend work: Some departments may require shift work and/or weekend work. Must indicate availability on the application. Shift differentials and overtime compensation are available. Travel throughout the County: Employees will be required to provide their own transportation, and mileage reimbursement is available. At the time of hire, a valid California driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. *Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance. Minimum Requirements EXPERIENCE Two (2) year s full-time experience performing complex clerical tasks in an office environment. Experience must be comparable to duties performed by a clerical lead worker and/or supervisor, fiscal assistant, or other office work which is non-routine in nature and requires exercising independent decision making. Experience must be clearly described on the application and must include performing a variety of clerical tasks including public contact and computer usage. Qualifying experience is typically equivalent to the San Bernardino County Office Assistant III classification and above. Note: Retail sales and food service experience is not qualifying. Desired Qualifications Experience using computer applications; the skill areas listed on the Supplemental Questionnaire are highly desirable. Selection Process There will be an online assessment of knowledge and skills in the following areas: Interpreting Rules and Regulations Office Procedures and Practices Public Contact Basic Fiscal Concepts Work Accuracy and Attention to Detail Details of the online assessment process will be emailed once the recruitment has closed. IMPORTANT: The ability to take pre-employment tests online is a privilege. Please do not take advantage of this benefit. Also, be aware that applicants may be required to take parallel versions of these tests in a proctored setting in order to confirm their identities as the original test takers. Application Procedure : To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible . Applications will be processed as needed; recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. All experience must be clearly listed in the work experience and supplemental questionnaire. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Clerical Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Job Summary The Mohave County Department of Public Health is currently recruiting for a Community Health Education Specialist I for the Arizona Health Zone Program, in Kingman, Arizona. Performs professional journey level work involved in the coordination and administration of projects related to a variety of public health education grant programs to include but not limited to health, nutrition, exercise/sports science, gardening, chronic disease, tobacco use prevention, opioid overdose prevention, and other issues as may be defined by the grant program. Work includes planning, developing, implementing and evaluating county-wide public health assessments, education, prevention and intervention programs, and responsibility for the proper care of clients referred for health and intervention programs. Positions at this level require prior community health education services experience. Appointment to this level requires that the incumbent be performing the full range of duties and meet the qualification standards for the class. The incumbent is expected to perform the more complex or difficult case problems. Responsibilities include assistance in public health education grant program forecasting, implementation and evaluation requirements, planning, personnel, and statistical and program evaluation. REPORTS TO Work is performed under general supervision of a higher level of authority. The employee is expected to exercise initiative and independent judgment in accordance with established procedures and regulations. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May exercise technical or functional supervision of subordinates. Essential Job Functions ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Develops and coordinates County health education programs including prevention and education services, counseling, and training. Coordinates and presents a variety of workshops designed to educate the public on health, nutrition, exercise/sports science, chronic disease, tobacco use prevention, opioid overdose prevention, and other issues as may be defined by the grant program and the prevention of illness, disease and injury. Provides prevention and intervention programming for community members; refers community members to appropriate County or outside agency for assistance. Answers questions and provides information to the public; conducts community outreach services to include preparing articles and providing interviews for mass media publication. Participates in community task forces/committees and special events. Documents, collects, and interprets data for reporting to state and federal agencies. Assists in identifying funding sources and preparing of grant proposals. Assists in interpreting program goals while monitoring compliance with state, federal and local policies and procedures, regulations and division rules. Coordinates and organizes collaborated community-wide task forces to address and assess local needs as they related to health issues. Attains additional knowledge in the health education field and area to which assigned through reading of health-related information and materials and attends training and educational classes. Create and maintain a supportive work environment with other departments and community programs, Public Health divisions, and Public Health leadership on accreditation domain while maintaining a culture of quality improvement. Apply basic principles, practices, techniques, teaching, and communication methods related to the age, gender, race/ethnicity, educational level and socioeconomic status of community members. Communicate and act in a culturally competent and professional manner maintaining cooperative relationships with community members, co-workers, and work contacts. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS Performs related work as required. Performs special assignments as requested. Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures. Minimum Qualifications REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health education, or related field. One (1) year experience working with the public in the public health education field. OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications. SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position. Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County. Willing to attain additional knowledge in the health education field and area to which assigned through reading of health- related information and materials and attending training and educational classes. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: Public Health and health education techniques and skills. Some assignments may require specialized knowledge specific to the area of assignment such as exercise/sports science, gardening, tobacco use prevention, opioid overdose prevention, chronic disease, nutrition, techniques and skills or prevention/education/intervention techniques and skills. Principles, practices, and services related to public health and the specific area to which assigned (i.e. nutrition, opioid overdose prevention, chronic disease, nutrition, etc.) Methods and theory of education, individual and group-process counseling. Research, analysis, evaluation and reporting techniques. Budgetary and financial procedures, grantsmanship and data processing applications. Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations. Skill in: Effectively operate and utilize of a variety of laboratory equipment and other equipment used in a health service area. Effectively operate a variety of office equipment to include computer keyboard, faxes transmittal, and copiers. Ability to: Develop, plan, implement and evaluate community health education and prevention programs. Compile and analyze data and prepare reports. Effectively assign, train and oversee subordinates. Make decisions in accordance with established policies and regulations. Understand, interpret and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations regarding public education/prevention programs to include departmental procedures and requirements. Deal with issues and/or situations which may be controversial or sensitive in nature. Maintain confidentiality. Develop and maintain positive relationships with the community, coworkers, supervisor, health professionals and clients. Meet the physical requirements of job assignments. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation. Perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.
Apr 23, 2024
Full Time
Job Summary The Mohave County Department of Public Health is currently recruiting for a Community Health Education Specialist I for the Arizona Health Zone Program, in Kingman, Arizona. Performs professional journey level work involved in the coordination and administration of projects related to a variety of public health education grant programs to include but not limited to health, nutrition, exercise/sports science, gardening, chronic disease, tobacco use prevention, opioid overdose prevention, and other issues as may be defined by the grant program. Work includes planning, developing, implementing and evaluating county-wide public health assessments, education, prevention and intervention programs, and responsibility for the proper care of clients referred for health and intervention programs. Positions at this level require prior community health education services experience. Appointment to this level requires that the incumbent be performing the full range of duties and meet the qualification standards for the class. The incumbent is expected to perform the more complex or difficult case problems. Responsibilities include assistance in public health education grant program forecasting, implementation and evaluation requirements, planning, personnel, and statistical and program evaluation. REPORTS TO Work is performed under general supervision of a higher level of authority. The employee is expected to exercise initiative and independent judgment in accordance with established procedures and regulations. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May exercise technical or functional supervision of subordinates. Essential Job Functions ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Develops and coordinates County health education programs including prevention and education services, counseling, and training. Coordinates and presents a variety of workshops designed to educate the public on health, nutrition, exercise/sports science, chronic disease, tobacco use prevention, opioid overdose prevention, and other issues as may be defined by the grant program and the prevention of illness, disease and injury. Provides prevention and intervention programming for community members; refers community members to appropriate County or outside agency for assistance. Answers questions and provides information to the public; conducts community outreach services to include preparing articles and providing interviews for mass media publication. Participates in community task forces/committees and special events. Documents, collects, and interprets data for reporting to state and federal agencies. Assists in identifying funding sources and preparing of grant proposals. Assists in interpreting program goals while monitoring compliance with state, federal and local policies and procedures, regulations and division rules. Coordinates and organizes collaborated community-wide task forces to address and assess local needs as they related to health issues. Attains additional knowledge in the health education field and area to which assigned through reading of health-related information and materials and attends training and educational classes. Create and maintain a supportive work environment with other departments and community programs, Public Health divisions, and Public Health leadership on accreditation domain while maintaining a culture of quality improvement. Apply basic principles, practices, techniques, teaching, and communication methods related to the age, gender, race/ethnicity, educational level and socioeconomic status of community members. Communicate and act in a culturally competent and professional manner maintaining cooperative relationships with community members, co-workers, and work contacts. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS Performs related work as required. Performs special assignments as requested. Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures. Minimum Qualifications REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health education, or related field. One (1) year experience working with the public in the public health education field. OR any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications. SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position. Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County. Willing to attain additional knowledge in the health education field and area to which assigned through reading of health- related information and materials and attending training and educational classes. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: Public Health and health education techniques and skills. Some assignments may require specialized knowledge specific to the area of assignment such as exercise/sports science, gardening, tobacco use prevention, opioid overdose prevention, chronic disease, nutrition, techniques and skills or prevention/education/intervention techniques and skills. Principles, practices, and services related to public health and the specific area to which assigned (i.e. nutrition, opioid overdose prevention, chronic disease, nutrition, etc.) Methods and theory of education, individual and group-process counseling. Research, analysis, evaluation and reporting techniques. Budgetary and financial procedures, grantsmanship and data processing applications. Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations. Skill in: Effectively operate and utilize of a variety of laboratory equipment and other equipment used in a health service area. Effectively operate a variety of office equipment to include computer keyboard, faxes transmittal, and copiers. Ability to: Develop, plan, implement and evaluate community health education and prevention programs. Compile and analyze data and prepare reports. Effectively assign, train and oversee subordinates. Make decisions in accordance with established policies and regulations. Understand, interpret and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations regarding public education/prevention programs to include departmental procedures and requirements. Deal with issues and/or situations which may be controversial or sensitive in nature. Maintain confidentiality. Develop and maintain positive relationships with the community, coworkers, supervisor, health professionals and clients. Meet the physical requirements of job assignments. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation. Perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.
Cal State University (CSU) San Jose
1 Washington Street, San Jose, CA 95192, USA
Job Summary The Wellness and Health Promotion department supports the mission of the Student Wellness Center (SWC) by providing universal health promotion, education, and prevention programs which take place both within and outside of the SWC. Reporting to the Associate Director of Campus Wellness Education, with lead work direction provided by the Senior Health Promotion Specialist, the Health Promotion Specialist for Healthy Sexuality will perform skilled work planning, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based health promotion strategies, policies, programs and services for the college community, with a focus on health conditions and behaviors that interfere with student success in young adult populations. In collaboration with other Student Wellness Center employees, along with SJSU faculty and staff, the incumbent is responsible for developing strong, evidence-based, data-driven programs and services based on relevant and measurable learning outcomes to improve individual and community health behaviors and status, and is expected to integrate multicultural and social justice concepts and principles into health promotion services. The Health Promotion Specialists focus on empowering students to access health-related services and to make changes in their lives to improve their health. Health Promotion moves beyond a focus on individual behavior towards a wide range social and environmental interventions. The Health Promotion Specialist participates in the coordination of the Peer Health Educator (PHE) program (student assistants) who provide PHE workshops, outreach events, and social marketing for the SJSU student body. The anticipated primary health specialty area of responsibility is sexual health in addition to supporting overall health promotion, education, and prevention within the department of wellness & Health Promotion and the greater Student Wellness Center. Working collaboratively to support student success is the bottom line purpose of this and all SWC positions. Key Responsibilities Provides a variety of didactic health education resources including presentations, educational and skill-based workshops, trainings, small group discussion and facilitation, and individual meetings as needed Promote healthy models, social norms, and values around sexual health and relationships including gender roles, domestic abuse, and sexual violence prevention Provide integrative health promotion related to general health topics and their relation to sexual health promotion Collaborate to plan, implement, and evaluate theory and evidence-based health promotion strategies, policies, programs, and services Consult with colleagues and department to develop strategic plans, goals, and measurable objectives for programs and services in alignment with goals and objectives of the University and reporting line Collaborate to promote programs and services to the campus community using traditional marketing methods and emerging technologies Serves as liaison to a variety of community service agencies and providers, develops collaborative partnerships as a part of health promotion activities Collaborate to hire, supervise, and evaluate Peer Health Educators (student assistants.) Complete program planning, implementation and training for the Peer Health Educators Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Thorough knowledge of: health education theories, research, and program assessment; planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of health education programs; and industry standards for the delivery of health education in higher education Ability to incorporate preventive health principles when counseling students Demonstrated commitment to diversity, social justice, and cultural competence and the ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of Private Health Information and appropriately handle sensitive communications with students, staff, and external agencies Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues and other key stakeholders to develop a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to health education for students Familiarity with the relationship between health and student learning, including academic performance Demonstrated ability and skill to organize, promote, and facilitate public meetings and to prepare, select, assemble, evaluate, and utilize educational materials Proficient in a variety of computer software applications (e.g., word processing, spreadsheet, PowerPoint, and presentation software.) Ability to perform effectively in a detail-oriented environment Ability to effectively manage multiple work priorities Ability to mentor Peer Educators with an emphasis on individual strengths while coaching on areas for improvement Ability to link student work to internships, fieldwork, academic coursework, and/or career goals Experience providing regular informal and formal feedback Knowledge of social marketing and health communication strategies Thorough knowledge of English grammar, business writing, punctuation, and spelling. Ability to compose and appropriately format correspondence and reports Strong oral communication skills with demonstrated ability to achieve learning objectives in presentation and event settings Must possess excellent customer service and public relations skills Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in an approved program in health education or a related health field Equivalent to one to two years of progressively responsible health education experience or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities Preferred Qualifications A Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field Experience providing health education programming Experience designing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating effective programming Experience as a student supervisor, lead, and/or mentor Compensation Classification: Health Educator Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,209/month - $6,667/month CSU Salary Range: $4,561/month - $8,804/month San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary . Application Procedure Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents: Resume Letter of Interest All applicants must apply within the specified application period: April 26, 2024 through May 12, 2024 . This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university. Contact Information University Personnel jobs@sjsu.edu 408-924-2252 CSU Vaccination Policy The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to jobs@sjsu.edu . Additional Information Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis. The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire. SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (e.g. H1-B VISAS) All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity. Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu . Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf . The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu . Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director. Equal Employment Statement San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Advertised: Apr 26 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Apr 27, 2024
Job Summary The Wellness and Health Promotion department supports the mission of the Student Wellness Center (SWC) by providing universal health promotion, education, and prevention programs which take place both within and outside of the SWC. Reporting to the Associate Director of Campus Wellness Education, with lead work direction provided by the Senior Health Promotion Specialist, the Health Promotion Specialist for Healthy Sexuality will perform skilled work planning, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based health promotion strategies, policies, programs and services for the college community, with a focus on health conditions and behaviors that interfere with student success in young adult populations. In collaboration with other Student Wellness Center employees, along with SJSU faculty and staff, the incumbent is responsible for developing strong, evidence-based, data-driven programs and services based on relevant and measurable learning outcomes to improve individual and community health behaviors and status, and is expected to integrate multicultural and social justice concepts and principles into health promotion services. The Health Promotion Specialists focus on empowering students to access health-related services and to make changes in their lives to improve their health. Health Promotion moves beyond a focus on individual behavior towards a wide range social and environmental interventions. The Health Promotion Specialist participates in the coordination of the Peer Health Educator (PHE) program (student assistants) who provide PHE workshops, outreach events, and social marketing for the SJSU student body. The anticipated primary health specialty area of responsibility is sexual health in addition to supporting overall health promotion, education, and prevention within the department of wellness & Health Promotion and the greater Student Wellness Center. Working collaboratively to support student success is the bottom line purpose of this and all SWC positions. Key Responsibilities Provides a variety of didactic health education resources including presentations, educational and skill-based workshops, trainings, small group discussion and facilitation, and individual meetings as needed Promote healthy models, social norms, and values around sexual health and relationships including gender roles, domestic abuse, and sexual violence prevention Provide integrative health promotion related to general health topics and their relation to sexual health promotion Collaborate to plan, implement, and evaluate theory and evidence-based health promotion strategies, policies, programs, and services Consult with colleagues and department to develop strategic plans, goals, and measurable objectives for programs and services in alignment with goals and objectives of the University and reporting line Collaborate to promote programs and services to the campus community using traditional marketing methods and emerging technologies Serves as liaison to a variety of community service agencies and providers, develops collaborative partnerships as a part of health promotion activities Collaborate to hire, supervise, and evaluate Peer Health Educators (student assistants.) Complete program planning, implementation and training for the Peer Health Educators Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Thorough knowledge of: health education theories, research, and program assessment; planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of health education programs; and industry standards for the delivery of health education in higher education Ability to incorporate preventive health principles when counseling students Demonstrated commitment to diversity, social justice, and cultural competence and the ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of Private Health Information and appropriately handle sensitive communications with students, staff, and external agencies Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues and other key stakeholders to develop a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to health education for students Familiarity with the relationship between health and student learning, including academic performance Demonstrated ability and skill to organize, promote, and facilitate public meetings and to prepare, select, assemble, evaluate, and utilize educational materials Proficient in a variety of computer software applications (e.g., word processing, spreadsheet, PowerPoint, and presentation software.) Ability to perform effectively in a detail-oriented environment Ability to effectively manage multiple work priorities Ability to mentor Peer Educators with an emphasis on individual strengths while coaching on areas for improvement Ability to link student work to internships, fieldwork, academic coursework, and/or career goals Experience providing regular informal and formal feedback Knowledge of social marketing and health communication strategies Thorough knowledge of English grammar, business writing, punctuation, and spelling. Ability to compose and appropriately format correspondence and reports Strong oral communication skills with demonstrated ability to achieve learning objectives in presentation and event settings Must possess excellent customer service and public relations skills Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in an approved program in health education or a related health field Equivalent to one to two years of progressively responsible health education experience or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities Preferred Qualifications A Master’s Degree in Public Health or related field Experience providing health education programming Experience designing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating effective programming Experience as a student supervisor, lead, and/or mentor Compensation Classification: Health Educator Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,209/month - $6,667/month CSU Salary Range: $4,561/month - $8,804/month San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary . Application Procedure Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents: Resume Letter of Interest All applicants must apply within the specified application period: April 26, 2024 through May 12, 2024 . This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university. Contact Information University Personnel jobs@sjsu.edu 408-924-2252 CSU Vaccination Policy The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to jobs@sjsu.edu . Additional Information Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis. The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire. SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (e.g. H1-B VISAS) All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity. Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu . Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf . The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu . Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director. Equal Employment Statement San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Advertised: Apr 26 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Cal State University (CSU) Fresno
5241 N Maple Ave, Fresno, CA 93740, USA
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Exempt I) Compensation and Benefits Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $4,400 - $5,000 per month Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,170 - $7,545 per month This is a full-time, probationary, exempt position. The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here . Job Summary Under the general supervision of the Director of Environmental Health & Safety and Risk Management, the EHS Specialist will support the development, implementation, training, and maintenance of the various programs necessary to ensure a safety and healthy environment for faculty, staff, students, and the general public. The EHS Specialist will also assist with protecting the University against losses, ensuring that operations are in compliance with University policies and standards, and applicable local, nationally recognized standards of best practices, and state and federal occupational safety and environmental quality and health requirements. This position is also responsible for providing guidance, support and implementing the campus’ comprehensive environmental, health and safety program. The programs support the teaching, service and research mission of the campus community, and its facilities. Key Qualifications General understanding of industrial operations, science, and research in educational institutions Working knowledge of industrial hygiene (IH) and engineering principles. Knowledge of and ability to apply Federal and California-specific regulations as they relate to safety and environmental protection. Knowledge of basic methods and procedures for research and statistical analysis and the ability to apply them. Knowledge of computer office systems and ability to use a broad range of technology, systems, and software packages (Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, social media) Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrates an effective capability of managing multiple projects, has strong training and interpersonal skills. Expertise in investigating and analyzing problems with a broad administrative impact and implications, and ability to address them proactively and use considerable judgment and discretion. Skill in the research, development and evaluation of policies and programs, including skill in the collection, evaluation, and interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Demonstrated ability to deal appropriately with confidential information and exercise good judgment on sensitive matters. Demonstrated ability to effectively interpret, organize, and present information and ideas in written or presentation form. Interpersonal, and communication skills, including ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and in a team-oriented environment. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and outside the work group and serve as a liaison for the organizational unit. Compile, write, and present reports related to program. Exercise independent judgment and discretion reflective of a thorough knowledge of environmental health, safety, and risk management. Take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations were numerous and diverse demands are involved. Assess safety and training needs and train others on new skills and procedures and provide lead work direction. Obtain and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license and meet the criteria for Driving on University (State) business. To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in health science, one of the physical sciences, occupational safety, risk management or other loss control emphasis from an accredited college or university and/or equivalent training and work experience. Three years of work experience in the environmental, industrial hygiene, hazardous materials, and/or occupational safety field. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in health science, one of the physical sciences, occupational safety, risk management or other loss control emphasis. Experience working in a higher education science or research environment. Master’s Degree in health science, one of the physical sciences, occupational safety, risk management or other loss control emphasis from an accredited college or university. Possess a Board of Certified Safety Professionals Certification (ASP, GSP, or CSP) or possess a current certification in industrial hygiene (CIH). Experience administrating, configuring, and troubleshooting learning management systems. Experience using environmental and occupational safety compliance software and creating and generating reports. Department Summary The Office of Environmental Health & Safety and Risk Management (EHS/RM) aims to support the overall academic mission, and ensure the protection of the health and safety of all members of the University community through the effective mitigation of University risk hazards. Deadline & Application Instructions Applications received by July 20, 2023 will be given full consideration by the search committee. Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee. Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references. Fresno State California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe. Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce. Equal Employment Opportunity Information California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. COVID19 Vaccination Policy Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu . Supplemental Information Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive. 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. This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter. Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus. Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas) Advertised: Jun 23 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Exempt I) Compensation and Benefits Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $4,400 - $5,000 per month Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,170 - $7,545 per month This is a full-time, probationary, exempt position. The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here . Job Summary Under the general supervision of the Director of Environmental Health & Safety and Risk Management, the EHS Specialist will support the development, implementation, training, and maintenance of the various programs necessary to ensure a safety and healthy environment for faculty, staff, students, and the general public. The EHS Specialist will also assist with protecting the University against losses, ensuring that operations are in compliance with University policies and standards, and applicable local, nationally recognized standards of best practices, and state and federal occupational safety and environmental quality and health requirements. This position is also responsible for providing guidance, support and implementing the campus’ comprehensive environmental, health and safety program. The programs support the teaching, service and research mission of the campus community, and its facilities. Key Qualifications General understanding of industrial operations, science, and research in educational institutions Working knowledge of industrial hygiene (IH) and engineering principles. Knowledge of and ability to apply Federal and California-specific regulations as they relate to safety and environmental protection. Knowledge of basic methods and procedures for research and statistical analysis and the ability to apply them. Knowledge of computer office systems and ability to use a broad range of technology, systems, and software packages (Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, social media) Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrates an effective capability of managing multiple projects, has strong training and interpersonal skills. Expertise in investigating and analyzing problems with a broad administrative impact and implications, and ability to address them proactively and use considerable judgment and discretion. Skill in the research, development and evaluation of policies and programs, including skill in the collection, evaluation, and interpretation of data to develop sound conclusions and make appropriate recommendations. Demonstrated ability to deal appropriately with confidential information and exercise good judgment on sensitive matters. Demonstrated ability to effectively interpret, organize, and present information and ideas in written or presentation form. Interpersonal, and communication skills, including ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and in a team-oriented environment. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and outside the work group and serve as a liaison for the organizational unit. Compile, write, and present reports related to program. Exercise independent judgment and discretion reflective of a thorough knowledge of environmental health, safety, and risk management. Take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations were numerous and diverse demands are involved. Assess safety and training needs and train others on new skills and procedures and provide lead work direction. Obtain and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license and meet the criteria for Driving on University (State) business. To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in health science, one of the physical sciences, occupational safety, risk management or other loss control emphasis from an accredited college or university and/or equivalent training and work experience. Three years of work experience in the environmental, industrial hygiene, hazardous materials, and/or occupational safety field. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in health science, one of the physical sciences, occupational safety, risk management or other loss control emphasis. Experience working in a higher education science or research environment. Master’s Degree in health science, one of the physical sciences, occupational safety, risk management or other loss control emphasis from an accredited college or university. Possess a Board of Certified Safety Professionals Certification (ASP, GSP, or CSP) or possess a current certification in industrial hygiene (CIH). Experience administrating, configuring, and troubleshooting learning management systems. Experience using environmental and occupational safety compliance software and creating and generating reports. Department Summary The Office of Environmental Health & Safety and Risk Management (EHS/RM) aims to support the overall academic mission, and ensure the protection of the health and safety of all members of the University community through the effective mitigation of University risk hazards. Deadline & Application Instructions Applications received by July 20, 2023 will be given full consideration by the search committee. Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee. Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references. Fresno State California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe. Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce. Equal Employment Opportunity Information California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. COVID19 Vaccination Policy Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu . Supplemental Information Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive. 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. This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter. Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus. Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas) Advertised: Jun 23 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Introduction This is a reinstatement, transfer or voluntary demotion opportunity for current and former regularly appointed employees of Alameda County. Reinstatement: Pursuant to Civil Service Rule 1744: On the request of a department head and approval of the Commission, a regularly appointed employee who resigned in good standing may, within three years after the effective date of his/her resignation, be reinstated in a position in the class from which he/she resigned or in a position in another class for which he/she may be eligible as determined by the Commission. Appointments by reinstatement following resignation are subject to the probationary period established for the class. You must have been a classified County employee in the same job code or in a job code at the same salary maximum and left the County in good standing. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Transfer: You must be a current County classified employee in the same job code or in a job code with the same salary maximum for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Voluntary Demotion: You must be a current County classified employee in a job code which is at a higher salary maximum than the vacancy for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY Alameda County's Health Services Program is administered by the Health Care Services Agency and includes the following program areas: Behavioral Health Care, Public Health, Environmental Health, and Agency Administration/Indigent Health. The ultimate mission of the Health Care Services Agency is to provide fully integrated health care services through a comprehensive network of public and private partnerships that ensure optimal health and well-being and respect the diversity of all residents. THE POSITION Under direction, to provide community-based crisis intervention services for children and adult populations with mental health and/or substance abuse diagnoses on mobile crisis and mobile evaluation teams which includes direct client contact in the community, partnering with law enforcement, crisis intervention, field clinical assessments, outreach services, and other related duties as assigned. Work is performed seven days a week and assignment locations may vary in order to best serve the community. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist I/II is a flexibly-staffed class series with the work normally performed at the II level, but with initial selection possible at the I level. Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist Is are expected to gain experience and demonstrate proficiency which qualifies them to promote to the Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist II. Upon successful completion of 12 months as a Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist I, the incumbent may be considered for potential flexing up to a Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist II based on the incumbent's demonstrated ability to perform at the journey level position on Mobile Crisis Teams (MCT) and Mobile Evaluation Teams (MET). Appointment at the I level will not be extended beyond 18 months. Positions in this class series are located in the Behavioral Health Care Services' Crisis Response Services, which provides community based crisis prevention and early intervention services to clients and the community. Incumbents will report to a Behavioral Health Intervention Specialist supervisor. Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist IIs may provide direction to Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist Is and oversight and training to clinical interns. This series is distinguished from the Behavioral Health Clinician series in that the Behavioral Health Clinician provides clinical and case management services to clients in a clinic setting, whereas, the Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist work is solely field based responding to crisis calls to de-escalate situations involving the most vulnerable populations in the community. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I The equivalent of 12 months full-time experience in the class of Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist I in the Alameda County classified service. Or II Experience : The equivalent to three years full-time post licensure experience as a behavioral health/mental health clinician providing community based clinical and/or crisis management services. Education : Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited school in social work, marriage and family therapy, psychology, counseling, nursing, or related field. License/Certification : Possession of a valid clinical license from the applicable licensing authority: California Board of Behavioral Sciences, California Board of Psychology, or California Board of Registered Nursing. Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Applicants must possess such license prior to appointment to such positions. Special Requirements : In compliance with the Administrative Simplification of provision of the Health Insurance Potability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), employees in this classification are required to posses a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job. In compliance with Medicare regulations, eligible licensed clinicians in this classification are required to complete in the "Medicare Enrollment Process for Physicians and Non-Physician Practitioners" through the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, prior to their first day on the job. Active enrollment in Medicare is a condition of employment. Failure to attain or maintain active enrollment will result in termination. In compliance with the California Code of Regulations and the Board of Behavioral Science, clinicians in this classification will be required to complete "supervision training" to be eligible to provide supervision of trainees or inters. NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications ink the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NOTE : The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Example of Duties" Section of this specification. Knowledge of : Welfare and Institution Code 5150 and 5585. Crisis intervention techniques and theories. Current theories, principles, and practices for services to clients with serious behavioral health care symptoms and diagnosis. Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology. Cultural and social factors affecting behavior patterns. Wellness, recovery and resiliency oriented strategies and supports. Dual recovery/co-occuring disorder treatment, screening and assessment tools. Community needs, resources and organizations related to behavioral health care. Clinical standards of practice and licensure requirements. Principles and practices of direct client service delivery. Principles of social needs, problems, attitudes and behavioral patterns. Applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations. Office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment. Computer applications related to the work. Ability to : Work primarily in the field. Perform crisis intervention and individual counseling. Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, community resources and organizations. Organize and prioritize work and meet critical deadlines. Interpret, explain, and apply regulations, policies and procedures. Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Analyze, evaluate and make sound decisions. Prepare clear, accurate and effective reports, correspondence and other written materials. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Work with a diverse population. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion TO APPLY: Please contact Sarah Ou by email to sarah.ou@acgov.org You are encouraged to apply immediately as this posting is open until filled and may close at anytime. Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer AddThis Sharing Buttons Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Introduction This is a reinstatement, transfer or voluntary demotion opportunity for current and former regularly appointed employees of Alameda County. Reinstatement: Pursuant to Civil Service Rule 1744: On the request of a department head and approval of the Commission, a regularly appointed employee who resigned in good standing may, within three years after the effective date of his/her resignation, be reinstated in a position in the class from which he/she resigned or in a position in another class for which he/she may be eligible as determined by the Commission. Appointments by reinstatement following resignation are subject to the probationary period established for the class. You must have been a classified County employee in the same job code or in a job code at the same salary maximum and left the County in good standing. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Transfer: You must be a current County classified employee in the same job code or in a job code with the same salary maximum for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Voluntary Demotion: You must be a current County classified employee in a job code which is at a higher salary maximum than the vacancy for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY Alameda County's Health Services Program is administered by the Health Care Services Agency and includes the following program areas: Behavioral Health Care, Public Health, Environmental Health, and Agency Administration/Indigent Health. The ultimate mission of the Health Care Services Agency is to provide fully integrated health care services through a comprehensive network of public and private partnerships that ensure optimal health and well-being and respect the diversity of all residents. THE POSITION Under direction, to provide community-based crisis intervention services for children and adult populations with mental health and/or substance abuse diagnoses on mobile crisis and mobile evaluation teams which includes direct client contact in the community, partnering with law enforcement, crisis intervention, field clinical assessments, outreach services, and other related duties as assigned. Work is performed seven days a week and assignment locations may vary in order to best serve the community. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist I/II is a flexibly-staffed class series with the work normally performed at the II level, but with initial selection possible at the I level. Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist Is are expected to gain experience and demonstrate proficiency which qualifies them to promote to the Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist II. Upon successful completion of 12 months as a Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist I, the incumbent may be considered for potential flexing up to a Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist II based on the incumbent's demonstrated ability to perform at the journey level position on Mobile Crisis Teams (MCT) and Mobile Evaluation Teams (MET). Appointment at the I level will not be extended beyond 18 months. Positions in this class series are located in the Behavioral Health Care Services' Crisis Response Services, which provides community based crisis prevention and early intervention services to clients and the community. Incumbents will report to a Behavioral Health Intervention Specialist supervisor. Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist IIs may provide direction to Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist Is and oversight and training to clinical interns. This series is distinguished from the Behavioral Health Clinician series in that the Behavioral Health Clinician provides clinical and case management services to clients in a clinic setting, whereas, the Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist work is solely field based responding to crisis calls to de-escalate situations involving the most vulnerable populations in the community. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I The equivalent of 12 months full-time experience in the class of Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist I in the Alameda County classified service. Or II Experience : The equivalent to three years full-time post licensure experience as a behavioral health/mental health clinician providing community based clinical and/or crisis management services. Education : Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited school in social work, marriage and family therapy, psychology, counseling, nursing, or related field. License/Certification : Possession of a valid clinical license from the applicable licensing authority: California Board of Behavioral Sciences, California Board of Psychology, or California Board of Registered Nursing. Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Applicants must possess such license prior to appointment to such positions. Special Requirements : In compliance with the Administrative Simplification of provision of the Health Insurance Potability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), employees in this classification are required to posses a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job. In compliance with Medicare regulations, eligible licensed clinicians in this classification are required to complete in the "Medicare Enrollment Process for Physicians and Non-Physician Practitioners" through the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, prior to their first day on the job. Active enrollment in Medicare is a condition of employment. Failure to attain or maintain active enrollment will result in termination. In compliance with the California Code of Regulations and the Board of Behavioral Science, clinicians in this classification will be required to complete "supervision training" to be eligible to provide supervision of trainees or inters. NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications ink the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NOTE : The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Example of Duties" Section of this specification. Knowledge of : Welfare and Institution Code 5150 and 5585. Crisis intervention techniques and theories. Current theories, principles, and practices for services to clients with serious behavioral health care symptoms and diagnosis. Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology. Cultural and social factors affecting behavior patterns. Wellness, recovery and resiliency oriented strategies and supports. Dual recovery/co-occuring disorder treatment, screening and assessment tools. Community needs, resources and organizations related to behavioral health care. Clinical standards of practice and licensure requirements. Principles and practices of direct client service delivery. Principles of social needs, problems, attitudes and behavioral patterns. Applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations. Office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment. Computer applications related to the work. Ability to : Work primarily in the field. Perform crisis intervention and individual counseling. Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, community resources and organizations. Organize and prioritize work and meet critical deadlines. Interpret, explain, and apply regulations, policies and procedures. Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Analyze, evaluate and make sound decisions. Prepare clear, accurate and effective reports, correspondence and other written materials. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Work with a diverse population. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion TO APPLY: Please contact Sarah Ou by email to sarah.ou@acgov.org You are encouraged to apply immediately as this posting is open until filled and may close at anytime. Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer AddThis Sharing Buttons Closing Date/Time: Continuous
MOHAVE COUNTY, AZ
Bullhead City, AZ, United States
Job Summary This is one classification in a progressive series of Office Administration positions which focuses on a variety of administrative support and clerical functions including front desk/reception functions as assigned. Incumbents have previous experience in performing specialized office tasks of the assigned department/area and need only a short introduction to the specific procedures, forms, and processes of the assigned position. Assignment to the Bookkeeping/Accounting functions require experience or training in Bookkeeping or Accounting tasks. REPORTS TO A higher level of authority. The incumbent has the responsibility for the completion of assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner. Work is reviewed through observation and evaluation of work performance and tasks completed by the incumbent. SUPERVISION EXERCISED As assigned may assist in training new clerical employees, temporaries and volunteers. Essential Job Functions Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Meets and greets the public. Receives phone calls and responds to questions concerning department procedures or directs query to an individual or department as appropriate. May talk with individuals to gather preliminary information or verify information for various County programs or activities. As requested, review work of other staff for conformance to regulations. Understands and interprets procedures and practices related to various departmental and assigned programs. Assists an office superior by performing routine administrative details including but not limited to: sorting and routing department mail, making copies, scanning documents, filing, alphabetizing documents and date stamping incoming documents, maintaining waiting lists for services, maintain program specific databases and spreadsheets. Contacts vendors to obtain prices and purchases various supplies and materials. Maintains and establishes associated files to include entering information and documents into filing and data systems ensuring completeness and accuracy. Types forms, letters, reports and file cards from draft, or rough copy. Prepares follow-up correspondence or calls to obtain additional information or to respond to inquiries. Prepares standardized reports and statements. Processes payments in the database. Records attendance and documents notes at required meetings. Collects, compiles and submits data for use in statistical reports, internal operating studies or policy formulation. Meets established deadlines and informs concerned parties of deadlines and appointments. Maintains an inventory of materials on-hand and notifies the supervisor when supplies are needed. May order supplies as required. Maintain a high level of confidentiality of information. Present and conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times. Communicate in a courteous and helpful manner as well as clear and concise manner at all times. Resolve complaints within scope of information and authority, and/or refer to chain-of-command as appropriate. As assigned to Assessor: Under oversight by Office Specialist, reviews non-complex recorded documents that relate to property ownership for adherence to standards required in order to update Assessor’s real property database. Initiates written and/or telephone communications with property owners to assist in clarification and/or correction of ownership issues as directed by Office Specialist. Performs data entry within real property database for ownership changes based on valid recorded documents provided by other departments. Under oversight by Office Specialist, reviews non-commercial real property sales transactions, performing initial simple analysis processes to validate sales prices. Assists in administering various programs related to property tax exemptions, valuation freezes, and property tax deferrals, by reviewing applications, gathering supplemental documentation, and performing data entry functions. Under oversight by Office Specialist, reviews and routes workflow documents relating to creation or deletion of new parcels that result from splitting or combining existing parcels and performs data entry in real property database for non-complex parcel creation/deletions. Routes routine documents relating to ownership and improvement changes for centrally valued properties in conjunction to the Arizona Department of Revenue. Assists in reviewing annual centrally valued property data upload received from Arizona Department of Revenue for accuracy. Participates in regular training courses or conferences to ensure knowledge and skills relating to job-specific practices are up to date. As assigned to Arizona @ Work functions: Keeps current files of resources available to area residents and provides information about how to obtain the services. May record each contact made with clients into database for program requirement. May provide clients and staff with notices of workforce and community activities, resources and services and encourages client utilization. As Assigned may: coordinate/facilitate workshops, informational sessions, community events, and assist Arizona @ Work Career Center clients with employment applications and registration into the statewide employment database, job clubs and assessments. As Assigned may assist with Arizona @ Work outreach services and provide assistance at area job fairs and functions. As assigned Bookkeeping/Accounting functions: Posts to and maintains a variety of ledgers. Prepares or assists in preparing special and regular reports. Receives, records and deposits cash receipts. Prepares daily tabulations and reports of cash receipts. Distributes receipts to proper funds following established routines. Prepares checks for deposit. Classifies receipts and disbursements in accordance with established codes, referring questionable allocations to superiors. Maintains billing and posting of charges and credits to accounts. Prepares summary sheets and trial balances. Keeps and controls books for subsidiary and operating funds. As assigned Cashier Functions: Receives money from the public in payment of taxes, fees, service charges, and materials sold. Clears register on to daily remittance sheets. Puts money into register, records daily receipts. Performs a trial balance at end of shift. Runs daily reports. Maintains control on memo debits. Enters memo credits to the Title Companies. Records deeds submitted by title companies. Completes endorsement stamp. Indicates action taken on receipts. Collects proper fees. Makes any refunds. Puts all documents recorded at the counter through the register. Recalculates receipts received from personal property. Rings correct amount in cash register. Gives change. As assigned Clerk Typist: Composes and types letters, routine correspondence, memos, reports, forms, notices, permits, receipts, vouchers, news releases, articles, meeting minutes, bulletins, speeches, invoices, requisitions, purchase orders, claims, expense reports, tabulations, accounting and financial statements, manuals, and various other material from rough drafts, verbal instructions or established procedures. Proofreads documents; copies and collates typed materials. Posts to various moderately complex clerical, fiscal and/or other records according to established policies and procedures. Sorts, tabulates and summarizes various statistical and associated data. Accepts required fees and creates deposits and related reports. Processes transactions including issuing various licenses and permits, accepting required permitting fees, and/or other relative transactions. Checks and verifies calculation of billing statements, invoices and other documents requiring payment. Establishes and maintains filing systems and records retention schedules. Sorts and distributes incoming mail; prepares outgoing mail. Operates common office equipment to include computer keyboards, Fax machines, copiers, laminators and related peripheral equipment in completing work assignments. Scanning of documents. Scheduling of meetings, meeting locations; registrations for conferences and/or training classes; reservations for motels and/or conferences. As assigned to Legal Process: Duties may include, but not limited to the following: Receives documents via email, mail, or delivery and may scan, copy, file and route as required. Collects fees and fines. Maintains archived records and keeps storage area organized. Processes legal documents to include, but not limited to, claims, writs, executions, attachments, warrants, summons, Deeds of Trust, etc. Delivers and Files/records legal documents with Court or other entities. Prepares letters or calls to obtain additional information or advise clients of changes in court appearances or meetings. Enter or update information in Justware legal database/case management system. As assigned to Public Health: Create and maintain a supportive work environment with other departments and community programs, Public Health divisions, and Public Health leadership on accreditation domain while maintaining a culture of quality improvement. Apply basic principles, practices, techniques, teaching, and communication methods related to the age, gender, race/ethnicity, educational level and socioeconomic status of community members. Communicate and act in a culturally competent and professional manner maintaining cooperative relationships with community members, co-workers, and work contacts. As assigned to Victim Services: Recruiting volunteers. Developing training curriculum and conducting training sessions for the volunteers that perform crisis intervention. Assisting victims with Victim Compensation applications. Completion of applications for Orders of Protection and Injunctions Against Harassment. Navigation of the criminal justice system, referrals to community service agencies, and assistance in exercising statutory rights. Writing and reviewing progress of cases after attending court on behalf of the victim. The Volunteer Coordinator/Court Advocate is subject to emergency call-out and stand-by during off-duty hours in order to respond to crisis situations. Provides victims court accompaniment to hearings/trials. Explains the victims' rights under the Arizona Constitutional Victims' Bill of Rights. As assigned to Risk Management: Monitors records for compliance with records retention policy and advises superior when records require destruction. Reviews vendor/contractor certificates of insurance for compliance with County requirements and manages filing and required annual updates of certificates. Monitors volunteer rosters, training, and qualification compliance. As assigned to Central Services: Receives calls from the public regarding questions about the County's operations and transfers to the appropriate Department. Manages high volume of inbound calls in a timely manner. Identifies customers’ needs, clarify information, research various issues, and provide solutions and/or alternatives. Understands County personnel, departments, and responsibilities for proper disposition of calls. Assists the public in person and/or on phone; records complaints, takes messages and routes calls to appropriate personnel. Maintains standards, procedures, and techniques for efficiency of work. Resolves complaints within scope of information and authority, and/or refer to chain-of-command as appropriate. Drives a county vehicle to various department office locations on specific scheduled timed routes. Picks up and delivers United States (U.S.) Mail to the U.S. Post Office and inter-office material throughout the County according to established schedule. Sorts, separates, and arranges all incoming mail for appropriate delivery. Receives, unloads, and stores mail material deliveries from vendors. Operates County equipment (to move heavy objects) such as pallet tack, dolly, forklift, carts, etc. Maintains a clean operating mail delivery vehicle inside and out. Assists with warehousing and store keeping tasks to include acquiring, receiving, identifying, handling, storing, issuing, and delivering a wide variety of materials, parts and supplies utilizing computer software and hardware. Assists with the photographs and display of items for auctions and places on the website. Assists customers with viewing and requesting available surplus. Palletize, stack, and store surplus/ auction items, using forklifts, material handling, equipment, and other specialized equipment. Utilizes material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and hand truck to handle, pick up or deliver materials and supplies. Performs housekeeping tasks to monitor the safety, security, and cleanliness of area. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS Performs special assignments as requested. Performs related work as required. Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma/ GED (General Education Degree). Two (2) years minimum of progressive office support and clerical training. An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications. Preferred Education, Experience and Training for Bookkeeping/Accounting Assignment 2 yrs cash handling and/or bookkeeping experience OR 2-year Associate Degree in Accounting or Finance or Business with an Accounting emphasis. SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT May be required to possess a valid Driver's License at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position. May be required to provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: Modern office practices and records management/maintenance procedures. English grammar and spelling. Basic mathematics required to calculate and perform general accounting procedures. Filing and information systems, including EXCEL spreadsheets and Microsoft Word. Mohave County Personnel Policies & Procedures and Department Regulations. Skill in: Effectively operating personal computers, calculators and peripheral hardware and software products to provide guidance on the maintenance and implementation of developmental procedures of department to which assigned. Ability to: Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with all people. Use databases and other forms of electronic data storage. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Obtain data from the computer during on-line operations, including interpreting technical and departmental information encountered in the performance of responsibilities. Maintain a high standard of confidentiality. Understand brief, written or oral directions and grasp ideas quickly in order to carry out instructions, solve problems with initiative and exercise good judgment. Organize workload to ensure determinations are made on a time basis. Act in a professional manner and professional in communication with others. Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies & Procedures and Department Regulations. Perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Apr 06, 2024
Full Time
Job Summary This is one classification in a progressive series of Office Administration positions which focuses on a variety of administrative support and clerical functions including front desk/reception functions as assigned. Incumbents have previous experience in performing specialized office tasks of the assigned department/area and need only a short introduction to the specific procedures, forms, and processes of the assigned position. Assignment to the Bookkeeping/Accounting functions require experience or training in Bookkeeping or Accounting tasks. REPORTS TO A higher level of authority. The incumbent has the responsibility for the completion of assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner. Work is reviewed through observation and evaluation of work performance and tasks completed by the incumbent. SUPERVISION EXERCISED As assigned may assist in training new clerical employees, temporaries and volunteers. Essential Job Functions Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Meets and greets the public. Receives phone calls and responds to questions concerning department procedures or directs query to an individual or department as appropriate. May talk with individuals to gather preliminary information or verify information for various County programs or activities. As requested, review work of other staff for conformance to regulations. Understands and interprets procedures and practices related to various departmental and assigned programs. Assists an office superior by performing routine administrative details including but not limited to: sorting and routing department mail, making copies, scanning documents, filing, alphabetizing documents and date stamping incoming documents, maintaining waiting lists for services, maintain program specific databases and spreadsheets. Contacts vendors to obtain prices and purchases various supplies and materials. Maintains and establishes associated files to include entering information and documents into filing and data systems ensuring completeness and accuracy. Types forms, letters, reports and file cards from draft, or rough copy. Prepares follow-up correspondence or calls to obtain additional information or to respond to inquiries. Prepares standardized reports and statements. Processes payments in the database. Records attendance and documents notes at required meetings. Collects, compiles and submits data for use in statistical reports, internal operating studies or policy formulation. Meets established deadlines and informs concerned parties of deadlines and appointments. Maintains an inventory of materials on-hand and notifies the supervisor when supplies are needed. May order supplies as required. Maintain a high level of confidentiality of information. Present and conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times. Communicate in a courteous and helpful manner as well as clear and concise manner at all times. Resolve complaints within scope of information and authority, and/or refer to chain-of-command as appropriate. As assigned to Assessor: Under oversight by Office Specialist, reviews non-complex recorded documents that relate to property ownership for adherence to standards required in order to update Assessor’s real property database. Initiates written and/or telephone communications with property owners to assist in clarification and/or correction of ownership issues as directed by Office Specialist. Performs data entry within real property database for ownership changes based on valid recorded documents provided by other departments. Under oversight by Office Specialist, reviews non-commercial real property sales transactions, performing initial simple analysis processes to validate sales prices. Assists in administering various programs related to property tax exemptions, valuation freezes, and property tax deferrals, by reviewing applications, gathering supplemental documentation, and performing data entry functions. Under oversight by Office Specialist, reviews and routes workflow documents relating to creation or deletion of new parcels that result from splitting or combining existing parcels and performs data entry in real property database for non-complex parcel creation/deletions. Routes routine documents relating to ownership and improvement changes for centrally valued properties in conjunction to the Arizona Department of Revenue. Assists in reviewing annual centrally valued property data upload received from Arizona Department of Revenue for accuracy. Participates in regular training courses or conferences to ensure knowledge and skills relating to job-specific practices are up to date. As assigned to Arizona @ Work functions: Keeps current files of resources available to area residents and provides information about how to obtain the services. May record each contact made with clients into database for program requirement. May provide clients and staff with notices of workforce and community activities, resources and services and encourages client utilization. As Assigned may: coordinate/facilitate workshops, informational sessions, community events, and assist Arizona @ Work Career Center clients with employment applications and registration into the statewide employment database, job clubs and assessments. As Assigned may assist with Arizona @ Work outreach services and provide assistance at area job fairs and functions. As assigned Bookkeeping/Accounting functions: Posts to and maintains a variety of ledgers. Prepares or assists in preparing special and regular reports. Receives, records and deposits cash receipts. Prepares daily tabulations and reports of cash receipts. Distributes receipts to proper funds following established routines. Prepares checks for deposit. Classifies receipts and disbursements in accordance with established codes, referring questionable allocations to superiors. Maintains billing and posting of charges and credits to accounts. Prepares summary sheets and trial balances. Keeps and controls books for subsidiary and operating funds. As assigned Cashier Functions: Receives money from the public in payment of taxes, fees, service charges, and materials sold. Clears register on to daily remittance sheets. Puts money into register, records daily receipts. Performs a trial balance at end of shift. Runs daily reports. Maintains control on memo debits. Enters memo credits to the Title Companies. Records deeds submitted by title companies. Completes endorsement stamp. Indicates action taken on receipts. Collects proper fees. Makes any refunds. Puts all documents recorded at the counter through the register. Recalculates receipts received from personal property. Rings correct amount in cash register. Gives change. As assigned Clerk Typist: Composes and types letters, routine correspondence, memos, reports, forms, notices, permits, receipts, vouchers, news releases, articles, meeting minutes, bulletins, speeches, invoices, requisitions, purchase orders, claims, expense reports, tabulations, accounting and financial statements, manuals, and various other material from rough drafts, verbal instructions or established procedures. Proofreads documents; copies and collates typed materials. Posts to various moderately complex clerical, fiscal and/or other records according to established policies and procedures. Sorts, tabulates and summarizes various statistical and associated data. Accepts required fees and creates deposits and related reports. Processes transactions including issuing various licenses and permits, accepting required permitting fees, and/or other relative transactions. Checks and verifies calculation of billing statements, invoices and other documents requiring payment. Establishes and maintains filing systems and records retention schedules. Sorts and distributes incoming mail; prepares outgoing mail. Operates common office equipment to include computer keyboards, Fax machines, copiers, laminators and related peripheral equipment in completing work assignments. Scanning of documents. Scheduling of meetings, meeting locations; registrations for conferences and/or training classes; reservations for motels and/or conferences. As assigned to Legal Process: Duties may include, but not limited to the following: Receives documents via email, mail, or delivery and may scan, copy, file and route as required. Collects fees and fines. Maintains archived records and keeps storage area organized. Processes legal documents to include, but not limited to, claims, writs, executions, attachments, warrants, summons, Deeds of Trust, etc. Delivers and Files/records legal documents with Court or other entities. Prepares letters or calls to obtain additional information or advise clients of changes in court appearances or meetings. Enter or update information in Justware legal database/case management system. As assigned to Public Health: Create and maintain a supportive work environment with other departments and community programs, Public Health divisions, and Public Health leadership on accreditation domain while maintaining a culture of quality improvement. Apply basic principles, practices, techniques, teaching, and communication methods related to the age, gender, race/ethnicity, educational level and socioeconomic status of community members. Communicate and act in a culturally competent and professional manner maintaining cooperative relationships with community members, co-workers, and work contacts. As assigned to Victim Services: Recruiting volunteers. Developing training curriculum and conducting training sessions for the volunteers that perform crisis intervention. Assisting victims with Victim Compensation applications. Completion of applications for Orders of Protection and Injunctions Against Harassment. Navigation of the criminal justice system, referrals to community service agencies, and assistance in exercising statutory rights. Writing and reviewing progress of cases after attending court on behalf of the victim. The Volunteer Coordinator/Court Advocate is subject to emergency call-out and stand-by during off-duty hours in order to respond to crisis situations. Provides victims court accompaniment to hearings/trials. Explains the victims' rights under the Arizona Constitutional Victims' Bill of Rights. As assigned to Risk Management: Monitors records for compliance with records retention policy and advises superior when records require destruction. Reviews vendor/contractor certificates of insurance for compliance with County requirements and manages filing and required annual updates of certificates. Monitors volunteer rosters, training, and qualification compliance. As assigned to Central Services: Receives calls from the public regarding questions about the County's operations and transfers to the appropriate Department. Manages high volume of inbound calls in a timely manner. Identifies customers’ needs, clarify information, research various issues, and provide solutions and/or alternatives. Understands County personnel, departments, and responsibilities for proper disposition of calls. Assists the public in person and/or on phone; records complaints, takes messages and routes calls to appropriate personnel. Maintains standards, procedures, and techniques for efficiency of work. Resolves complaints within scope of information and authority, and/or refer to chain-of-command as appropriate. Drives a county vehicle to various department office locations on specific scheduled timed routes. Picks up and delivers United States (U.S.) Mail to the U.S. Post Office and inter-office material throughout the County according to established schedule. Sorts, separates, and arranges all incoming mail for appropriate delivery. Receives, unloads, and stores mail material deliveries from vendors. Operates County equipment (to move heavy objects) such as pallet tack, dolly, forklift, carts, etc. Maintains a clean operating mail delivery vehicle inside and out. Assists with warehousing and store keeping tasks to include acquiring, receiving, identifying, handling, storing, issuing, and delivering a wide variety of materials, parts and supplies utilizing computer software and hardware. Assists with the photographs and display of items for auctions and places on the website. Assists customers with viewing and requesting available surplus. Palletize, stack, and store surplus/ auction items, using forklifts, material handling, equipment, and other specialized equipment. Utilizes material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and hand truck to handle, pick up or deliver materials and supplies. Performs housekeeping tasks to monitor the safety, security, and cleanliness of area. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS Performs special assignments as requested. Performs related work as required. Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma/ GED (General Education Degree). Two (2) years minimum of progressive office support and clerical training. An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications. Preferred Education, Experience and Training for Bookkeeping/Accounting Assignment 2 yrs cash handling and/or bookkeeping experience OR 2-year Associate Degree in Accounting or Finance or Business with an Accounting emphasis. SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT May be required to possess a valid Driver's License at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position. May be required to provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: Modern office practices and records management/maintenance procedures. English grammar and spelling. Basic mathematics required to calculate and perform general accounting procedures. Filing and information systems, including EXCEL spreadsheets and Microsoft Word. Mohave County Personnel Policies & Procedures and Department Regulations. Skill in: Effectively operating personal computers, calculators and peripheral hardware and software products to provide guidance on the maintenance and implementation of developmental procedures of department to which assigned. Ability to: Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing with all people. Use databases and other forms of electronic data storage. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Obtain data from the computer during on-line operations, including interpreting technical and departmental information encountered in the performance of responsibilities. Maintain a high standard of confidentiality. Understand brief, written or oral directions and grasp ideas quickly in order to carry out instructions, solve problems with initiative and exercise good judgment. Organize workload to ensure determinations are made on a time basis. Act in a professional manner and professional in communication with others. Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies & Procedures and Department Regulations. Perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y4848J FILING DATES: April 16, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOSTING TO REOPEN THE EXAMINATION AND UPDATE SALARY INFORMATION, ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONAIRE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Plans, implements, directs, coordinates, and evaluates community health education programs in a specific health subject within an assigned service planning area. Essential Job Functions Determines community needs for public health education programs through investigation and evaluation of factors such as available health resources, communication systems, political and socio-cultural influences, housing, and the levels of income and education of the service planning area residents. Establishes priorities for the solution of community health education problems by planning and developing public health education programs through the application of health education methods and procedures, and in collaboration with targeted communities. Assists community-based organizations, medical providers, schools, public health personnel, and other County departments in recognizing and evaluating conditions contributing to poor health, planning program activities, selecting and utilizing public and private health resources, and motivating others in the community to lead and participate in improving their health status. Implements health education programs by utilizing broad ranges of methods and techniques in collaboration with service planning area, county-wide programs, academia, and target communities to meet the public health needs through activities such as developing and disseminating health education materials and speaking to groups on health related topics. Meets and contacts a variety of community stakeholders such as teachers, community group leaders, health officers, public health nurses, social workers, and others at various levels in the community in order to gain their support and cooperation in planning, promoting, implementing, and evaluating health education programs, and in coordinating their related health education program activities. Maintains contact with public and private agencies, community organizations, and professional groups to enlist community participation and support for health education activities in a service planning area. Provides expertise in health education methods by collaborating with service planning area staff to develop and conduct patient health education programs and in-service education programs for service planning area personnel. Coordinates the volunteer activities within a service planning area by recruiting volunteers, maintaining records of volunteer participation, and coordinating volunteer recognition programs. Evaluates whether health education programs meet objectives and adequately impact the target population's knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, practices, and behaviors by utilizing appropriate data collection methods such as pre and post-examinations, focus groups, surveys, and questionnaires, and by measuring the attendance at events in response to publicity campaigns and ultimately, the improvement of those conditions among service planning area residents which require the participation of a Health Educator. Refers to evaluation findings and community input for future program planning and policy development. Evaluates the literacy levels of target population and the appropriateness of resource materials. Advises Area Health Officers and other administrative staff in program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of health education priorities for the service planning area. Oversee the activities of Health Education Assistants or other non-professional staff as needed. Recruit and oversee undergraduate and graduate health education students for internships or practicum for a specific program or service planning area as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENT: California Law requires a master's degree* from a program of study accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health with specialization in Public Health Education, Community Health Education, or equivalent. *Information regarding programs accredited by the Council of Education for Public Health can be found by clicking on the following link: List of Accredited Schools and Programs - Council on Education for Public Health (ceph.org) . In order to receive credit for any type of degree, you must include a legible copy of the diploma, official transcripts, or letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application or within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: This class requires light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Experience assessing community health education needs -OR- experience developing health education programs -OR- experience monitoring and evaluating community health education program efficacy. Experience disseminating health information and advising the patient population on issues related to chronic disease self-management in a health center or clinic setting.** **A health center or clinic setting is defined as: a patient-centered organization or facility operating for the diagnosis, care, prevention, and treatment of human illness by providing comprehensive primary health care services as well as urgent care, specialty care, laboratory, or pharmacy services. Certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES).*** ***In order to receive credit for certification, you must include a legible copy of the certification with your application or within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online. OUT OF CLASS AND WITHHOLD INFORMATION: No withholds are allowed for this examination. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements at the time of filing. County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience will be considered for this examination. Those claiming out-of-class experience should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out of class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations in order to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted . Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. 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. For the foreseeable future, all notices including 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 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov as well as 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. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please access the following link for important Employment Information. http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf (Download PDF reader) All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Resumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, Annie Hsu Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 16, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y4848J FILING DATES: April 16, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOSTING TO REOPEN THE EXAMINATION AND UPDATE SALARY INFORMATION, ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONAIRE. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Plans, implements, directs, coordinates, and evaluates community health education programs in a specific health subject within an assigned service planning area. Essential Job Functions Determines community needs for public health education programs through investigation and evaluation of factors such as available health resources, communication systems, political and socio-cultural influences, housing, and the levels of income and education of the service planning area residents. Establishes priorities for the solution of community health education problems by planning and developing public health education programs through the application of health education methods and procedures, and in collaboration with targeted communities. Assists community-based organizations, medical providers, schools, public health personnel, and other County departments in recognizing and evaluating conditions contributing to poor health, planning program activities, selecting and utilizing public and private health resources, and motivating others in the community to lead and participate in improving their health status. Implements health education programs by utilizing broad ranges of methods and techniques in collaboration with service planning area, county-wide programs, academia, and target communities to meet the public health needs through activities such as developing and disseminating health education materials and speaking to groups on health related topics. Meets and contacts a variety of community stakeholders such as teachers, community group leaders, health officers, public health nurses, social workers, and others at various levels in the community in order to gain their support and cooperation in planning, promoting, implementing, and evaluating health education programs, and in coordinating their related health education program activities. Maintains contact with public and private agencies, community organizations, and professional groups to enlist community participation and support for health education activities in a service planning area. Provides expertise in health education methods by collaborating with service planning area staff to develop and conduct patient health education programs and in-service education programs for service planning area personnel. Coordinates the volunteer activities within a service planning area by recruiting volunteers, maintaining records of volunteer participation, and coordinating volunteer recognition programs. Evaluates whether health education programs meet objectives and adequately impact the target population's knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, practices, and behaviors by utilizing appropriate data collection methods such as pre and post-examinations, focus groups, surveys, and questionnaires, and by measuring the attendance at events in response to publicity campaigns and ultimately, the improvement of those conditions among service planning area residents which require the participation of a Health Educator. Refers to evaluation findings and community input for future program planning and policy development. Evaluates the literacy levels of target population and the appropriateness of resource materials. Advises Area Health Officers and other administrative staff in program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of health education priorities for the service planning area. Oversee the activities of Health Education Assistants or other non-professional staff as needed. Recruit and oversee undergraduate and graduate health education students for internships or practicum for a specific program or service planning area as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENT: California Law requires a master's degree* from a program of study accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health with specialization in Public Health Education, Community Health Education, or equivalent. *Information regarding programs accredited by the Council of Education for Public Health can be found by clicking on the following link: List of Accredited Schools and Programs - Council on Education for Public Health (ceph.org) . In order to receive credit for any type of degree, you must include a legible copy of the diploma, official transcripts, or letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application or within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: This class requires light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Experience assessing community health education needs -OR- experience developing health education programs -OR- experience monitoring and evaluating community health education program efficacy. Experience disseminating health information and advising the patient population on issues related to chronic disease self-management in a health center or clinic setting.** **A health center or clinic setting is defined as: a patient-centered organization or facility operating for the diagnosis, care, prevention, and treatment of human illness by providing comprehensive primary health care services as well as urgent care, specialty care, laboratory, or pharmacy services. Certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES).*** ***In order to receive credit for certification, you must include a legible copy of the certification with your application or within seven (7) calendar days of filing your application online. OUT OF CLASS AND WITHHOLD INFORMATION: No withholds are allowed for this examination. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements at the time of filing. County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience will be considered for this examination. Those claiming out-of-class experience should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out of class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations in order to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination to be added to the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted . Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. 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. For the foreseeable future, all notices including 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 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov as well as 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. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please access the following link for important Employment Information. http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf (Download PDF reader) All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Resumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, Annie Hsu Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers! This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 5/1/2024, 5/15/2024 (Final) Under general supervision, the Human Services Quality and Review Specialist performs the more difficult and complex functions involved in providing administrative and technical support for designated public assistance benefit program operations; communicates policies and procedures to staff. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing public assistance benefit programs Sources of information necessary to establish eligibility for multiple public assistance benefit programs Community resources providing social, health, nutrition, housing, employment, training, child care, transportation, and other necessary customer services General goals and purposes of public social services programs In-depth interactive interviewing and information gathering techniques Record management, work-load management, quality control, and program review practices Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment Record keeping and case management principles and practices Techniques for working with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation Ability to Conduct interactive interviews Read, apply, and explain federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, procedures and policies governing multiple public assistance benefit programs Analyze and interpret written, numerical, and verbal data from a variety of sources Draw logical conclusions and make appropriate recommendations, independent judgments, and decisions Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing Organize and prioritize work assignments Conduct case reviews and evaluations; maintain accurate and systematic records Prepare statistical and narrative reports Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with customers, co-workers, other agencies, and the general public Work effectively with people from a variety of socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Two years of full-time, paid experience within the last five (5) calendar years determining initial and continuing eligibility for one or more categories of public assistance in a California County Welfare Department. AND Successful completion of 24 semester or 36 quarter units in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Counseling, or other field closely related to the intent of the class. Note : Related fields above may include Behavioral Science, Child Development, Community Health Education, Cultural Anthropology, Ethnic Studies, Family Studies, Gerontology, Human Development, Mental Health, and Public Health. Note: Additional full-time, paid experience as described above may substitute for the educational requirement on a year for year basis (1 month of experience is equal to 2.5 semester (3.75 quarter) units). Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Criminal History and Background Checks : The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. License Requirement: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Sacramento County Child and Elder Abuse Reporting: Persons selected for employment must, as a condition of employment, sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code and Section 15630 of the Welfare and Institutions Code relating to child and elder abuse reporting. Working Conditions : Some positions in this class may require the incumbent to: Be exposed to and/or interact with hostile, emotionally disturbed, or mentally ill persons and/or confrontational interpersonal situations. Work in dangerous, high crime areas of the community. Work during non-routine hours, standby and/or callback. Work in and around substandard living areas with exposure to common communicable diseases or conditions. Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement, very hot and/or cold weather. Special Skills Language Requirement : Special skills classes require sufficient knowledge to speak, read and write fluently a language other than standard English; and/or knowledge of a multi-cultural group encompassing but not limited to: family member roles and living environments; the various characteristics or problems unique to the group in employment, education, health, economics and social customs; and current social movements involving the group. Incumbents use the specific language and multi-cultural knowledge in the performance of typical duties, incorporating this knowledge to appropriately serve customers and families in a manner that is culturally competent and affirming. In addition, incumbents translate and interpret using standard English and a language other than standard English, and act as a consultant to others regarding the specific multi-cultural group. Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - African American Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Arabic Language and Middle Eastern Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Armenian Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Cambodian Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Chinese Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Farsi Language and Persian Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Hmong Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Japanese Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Korean Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Lao Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Mien Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Native American Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Punjabi Language and East Indian Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Russian Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Spanish Language and Latin Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Tagalog Language and Filipino Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Ukrainian Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Vietnamese Language and Culture Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Applicants requesting reasonable accommodations during employment examinations: For more information, please review the Job Applicant Exam Reasonable Accommodation Information and submit an Employment Exam Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form . EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586. Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 5/15/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 18, 2024
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers! This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 5/1/2024, 5/15/2024 (Final) Under general supervision, the Human Services Quality and Review Specialist performs the more difficult and complex functions involved in providing administrative and technical support for designated public assistance benefit program operations; communicates policies and procedures to staff. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing public assistance benefit programs Sources of information necessary to establish eligibility for multiple public assistance benefit programs Community resources providing social, health, nutrition, housing, employment, training, child care, transportation, and other necessary customer services General goals and purposes of public social services programs In-depth interactive interviewing and information gathering techniques Record management, work-load management, quality control, and program review practices Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment Record keeping and case management principles and practices Techniques for working with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation Ability to Conduct interactive interviews Read, apply, and explain federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, procedures and policies governing multiple public assistance benefit programs Analyze and interpret written, numerical, and verbal data from a variety of sources Draw logical conclusions and make appropriate recommendations, independent judgments, and decisions Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing Organize and prioritize work assignments Conduct case reviews and evaluations; maintain accurate and systematic records Prepare statistical and narrative reports Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with customers, co-workers, other agencies, and the general public Work effectively with people from a variety of socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Two years of full-time, paid experience within the last five (5) calendar years determining initial and continuing eligibility for one or more categories of public assistance in a California County Welfare Department. AND Successful completion of 24 semester or 36 quarter units in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Counseling, or other field closely related to the intent of the class. Note : Related fields above may include Behavioral Science, Child Development, Community Health Education, Cultural Anthropology, Ethnic Studies, Family Studies, Gerontology, Human Development, Mental Health, and Public Health. Note: Additional full-time, paid experience as described above may substitute for the educational requirement on a year for year basis (1 month of experience is equal to 2.5 semester (3.75 quarter) units). Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Criminal History and Background Checks : The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. License Requirement: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Sacramento County Child and Elder Abuse Reporting: Persons selected for employment must, as a condition of employment, sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code and Section 15630 of the Welfare and Institutions Code relating to child and elder abuse reporting. Working Conditions : Some positions in this class may require the incumbent to: Be exposed to and/or interact with hostile, emotionally disturbed, or mentally ill persons and/or confrontational interpersonal situations. Work in dangerous, high crime areas of the community. Work during non-routine hours, standby and/or callback. Work in and around substandard living areas with exposure to common communicable diseases or conditions. Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement, very hot and/or cold weather. Special Skills Language Requirement : Special skills classes require sufficient knowledge to speak, read and write fluently a language other than standard English; and/or knowledge of a multi-cultural group encompassing but not limited to: family member roles and living environments; the various characteristics or problems unique to the group in employment, education, health, economics and social customs; and current social movements involving the group. Incumbents use the specific language and multi-cultural knowledge in the performance of typical duties, incorporating this knowledge to appropriately serve customers and families in a manner that is culturally competent and affirming. In addition, incumbents translate and interpret using standard English and a language other than standard English, and act as a consultant to others regarding the specific multi-cultural group. Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - African American Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Arabic Language and Middle Eastern Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Armenian Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Cambodian Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Chinese Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Farsi Language and Persian Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Hmong Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Japanese Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Korean Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Lao Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Mien Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Native American Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Punjabi Language and East Indian Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Russian Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Spanish Language and Latin Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Tagalog Language and Filipino Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Ukrainian Language and Culture Human Services Quality and Review Specialist - Vietnamese Language and Culture Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Applicants requesting reasonable accommodations during employment examinations: For more information, please review the Job Applicant Exam Reasonable Accommodation Information and submit an Employment Exam Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form . EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586. Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 5/15/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
PLACER COUNTY, CA
Auburn, California, United States
Introduction Are you passionate about protecting public health and the environment? Searching for a rewarding career working in the community and one-on-one with residents and businesses? Want an opportunity to work outside of an office in an area known for its natural beauty? If you have an interest in science, problem solving, and having a positive impact in the lives of others, working for Placer County Health and Human Services Department - Environmental Health Division might be right for you. We are actively seeking highly motivated individuals to join our skilled team of Registered Environmental Health Specialists. Under supervision, the Associate Registered Environmental Health Specialist performs scientific and professional level office and field work to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations. Staff will be assigned to one of the following programs: Consumer Protection: Ensures compliance with regulated food facilities, body art facilities, swimming pools, public drinking water systems, and campgrounds. Hazardous Materials (CUPA) and Solid Waste: Ensures compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to business facilities that handle hazardous material or hazardous waste, operate underground storage tanks, operate above ground storage tanks, emergency response to incidents involving hazardous chemical releases, and site mitigation. Conducts compliance inspections and supports solid waste disposal facilities and resource recovery and recycling programs, waste tire management, and nonhazardous waste recycling and management programs. Land Use and Water Use: Ensures compliance with state and local regulations pertaining to septic systems and water wells. This recruitment will remain open until filled. T o be included in the first round of application screening, submit your application by 5:00 PM on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Following this date, applications will be screened on a bi-weekly basis until the positions are filled. POSITION INFORMATION The current vacancies are for positions based in the Auburn, CA office. The eligible list from this recruitment may also be used to fill future positions in the Auburn or Tahoe City, CA office. Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium - Employees permanently assigned to a position located in the North Lake Tahoe area qualify for the $1,000 per month Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Professional benefits For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To administer and enforce federal, state and local statutes, ordinances and regulations related to public health and sanitation; to encourage sound sanitary and environmental health practices; and to protect the environment and the public. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the second level class in the Registered Environmental Health Specialist series. This class is distinguished from the Assistant Registered Environmental Health Specialist by the assignment of more complex duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit and are often assigned special projects requiring advanced knowledge of statues, ordinances, and regulations related to public health and sanitation. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Assistant level upon demonstration of competency and knowledge involving the administration and enforcement of statutes, ordinances, and regulations related to public health and sanitation. In some cases, depending on the complexity of duties and job performance, an employee may remain classified as an Assistant Registered Environmental Health Specialist indefinitely. The Associate Registered Environmental Health Specialist is distinguished from the Senior Registered Environmental Health Specialist in that the latter is an advanced journey level where incumbents perform the most complex and specialized work in environmental health and act in a lead capacity assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of an environmental health team. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direction from the Supervising Environmental Health Specialist and may receive technical and functional supervision from the Senior Registered Environmental Health Specialist. May exercise technical and functional supervision over assigned technical, clerical, and less experienced professional staff. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Inspect and evaluate restaurants and other retail food establishments, public bathing, spa, and other recreational and institutional facilities that are of a more complex nature; provide food handling education and other relevant public health and sanitation information; and participate in state-mandated food recalls. Conduct plan checks of new or remodel construction plans for restaurant, pool and spa facilities, and hazardous materials storage and monitoring systems relative to regulatory compliance; investigate complaints about sewage and various public health nuisances; conduct epidemiological investigations; handle housing and vector complaints; and investigate food borne illnesses. Conduct site evaluations of proposed developments, including soils testing, to determine site capability for sewage disposal; evaluate submitted designs and proposed septic systems relative to site conditions; evaluate feasibility of proposed subdivisions and set conditions for approval; and recommend approval or denial of variances and appeals. Evaluate existing sewage disposal and water treatment installations and facilities for regulatory compliance; evaluate need for expansion or replacement of treatment systems; evaluate well sites and well construction for code compliance and acceptance as domestic water supply; and test and assess public drinking water potability. Conduct compliance inspections of public drinking water systems and evaluate laboratory testing data related to state and federal safe drinking water standards. Evaluate solid waste handling and disposal facilities; review and recommend approval of or note exceptions to engineering reports regarding construction, operation, monitoring, and closure/post closure maintenance and use; and respond to complaints and inquiries from the public regarding solid waste handling and disposal. Participate in environmental review process of assigned projects; identify and evaluate concerns regarding discretionary entitlement applications; process environmental assessment questionnaires and environmental impact reports; provide information regarding public health and sanitation issues involved in projects to proponents, the public, and public hearing bodies. Conduct site assessments as part of environmental review process; develop recommendations for approval or denial; make environmental health findings to County Planning Department and draft comments as opinion from Environmental Health Division; and represent the Division in public hearings as directed. Inspect and evaluate facilities that handle hazardous materials and hazardous wastes; review hazardous materials business plans for regulatory compliance; inspect above ground containers and underground storage tanks; and approve plans for and monitor underground storage tank removal and installation. Conduct investigations and assessments and respond to complaints involving issues of environmental health and sanitation; work with affected parties in resolution of problems and issues; prepare cases for referral to the District Attorney or conduct immediate enforcement actions; and coordinate with other County divisions and departments and other public agencies and jurisdictions to protect the public health. Provide information to the public regarding more complex environmental health and sanitation issues and respond to questions and inquiries in the office, by telephone, in person at field sites, or through educational presentations; prepare staff and regulatory reports and correspondences; and establish and maintains appropriate and accurate files and records. Provide collection and information services for household hazardous waste; respond to hazardous materials release/threatened release and provide technical assistance as part of an emergency response team; and respond to complaints or requests for service from public regarding hazardous materials/waste storage, use, or disposal in business, institutional, or private residential settings. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in both an indoor office environment and in the field requiring travel to various locations throughout the County in a variety of outdoor weather conditions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two (2) years of responsible environmental health administration and enforcement experience performing duties similar to an Assistant Registered Environmental Health Specialist with Placer County. Training: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in any of the biological or physical sciences, environmental health science, engineering, or a related field. Required License or Certificate: Possession of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health. Within six (6) months of assignment to hazardous materials enforcement, Certificate of Completion of Training of forty (40) Hour OSHA Hazardous Waste and Hazardous Materials Categorization, Advanced Class. May need to possess a valid driver’s license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Principles of environmental sanitation and the sanitation sciences. Public health methods and procedures used in inspection and correction of unsanitary conditions and in prevention and control of diseases. Sanitation provisions of the California Health and Safety Code. Physical and biological sciences, including biology, chemistry, physics, geology, hydrology, and soils science. Principles of higher mathematics, engineering, and hydraulics. Principles and practices of scientific research and statistical methodology. Computer software, including word processing, spreadsheet, data base, and various statistical analysis applications. Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment. Principles and practices of work safety. English usage, spelling, punctuation, and grammar. California Penal Code as related to public nuisances. Other pertinent statutes and regulations related to activities of the Environmental Health Division. Investigative techniques and principles of evidence. General concepts of civil and case law related to environmental health regulation. Agencies and resources involved in the field of environmental health. Operation, policies, and procedures of the Environmental Health Division. Ability to: Simultaneously conduct multiple inspections and investigations and accurately document findings and maintain appropriate records. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job. Intermittently observe, identify, and analyze public health and sanitation problems and develop solutions; analyze work papers, reports, and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; interpret, enforce, and explain statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures; and maintain awareness of safety at all times. On a continuous basis, sit at desk or in vehicle for long periods of time; intermittently walk, stand, kneel, climb, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, twist, balance, crawl, feel, and reach while conducting field inspections and investigations, or making various tests; see to observe field conditions; differentiate colors on charts, maps, or identification shields, in soil or food, or as part of testing; hear to evaluate proper functioning of various kinds of equipment; use a telephone; write or use a keyboard to communicate; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift moderate weight. Compile, analyze, and evaluate technical information and prepare recommendations regarding further action. Perform mathematical computations and statistical analysis. Interpret plans, drawings, and specifications. Use various test sampling, monitoring, measuring, and laboratory supplies and equipment and specialized protective gear as needed. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Obtain information through interview and work firmly and courteously with the public. Analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper course of action. Work unusual and prolonged work schedules in the event of an environmental or public health emergency. Use a computer, calculator, telephone, two-way radio, camera, facsimile machine, and photocopy machine. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Independently apply public health concepts to daily situations. Independently assess degree of environmental health risk and take appropriate action. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION Length of Probation: All permanent appointments to this classification shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) calendar months or two thousand eighty (2,080) hours, whichever is more. Bargaining Unit: Professional CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Introduction Are you passionate about protecting public health and the environment? Searching for a rewarding career working in the community and one-on-one with residents and businesses? Want an opportunity to work outside of an office in an area known for its natural beauty? If you have an interest in science, problem solving, and having a positive impact in the lives of others, working for Placer County Health and Human Services Department - Environmental Health Division might be right for you. We are actively seeking highly motivated individuals to join our skilled team of Registered Environmental Health Specialists. Under supervision, the Associate Registered Environmental Health Specialist performs scientific and professional level office and field work to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations. Staff will be assigned to one of the following programs: Consumer Protection: Ensures compliance with regulated food facilities, body art facilities, swimming pools, public drinking water systems, and campgrounds. Hazardous Materials (CUPA) and Solid Waste: Ensures compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to business facilities that handle hazardous material or hazardous waste, operate underground storage tanks, operate above ground storage tanks, emergency response to incidents involving hazardous chemical releases, and site mitigation. Conducts compliance inspections and supports solid waste disposal facilities and resource recovery and recycling programs, waste tire management, and nonhazardous waste recycling and management programs. Land Use and Water Use: Ensures compliance with state and local regulations pertaining to septic systems and water wells. This recruitment will remain open until filled. T o be included in the first round of application screening, submit your application by 5:00 PM on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Following this date, applications will be screened on a bi-weekly basis until the positions are filled. POSITION INFORMATION The current vacancies are for positions based in the Auburn, CA office. The eligible list from this recruitment may also be used to fill future positions in the Auburn or Tahoe City, CA office. Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium - Employees permanently assigned to a position located in the North Lake Tahoe area qualify for the $1,000 per month Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Professional benefits For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To administer and enforce federal, state and local statutes, ordinances and regulations related to public health and sanitation; to encourage sound sanitary and environmental health practices; and to protect the environment and the public. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the second level class in the Registered Environmental Health Specialist series. This class is distinguished from the Assistant Registered Environmental Health Specialist by the assignment of more complex duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit and are often assigned special projects requiring advanced knowledge of statues, ordinances, and regulations related to public health and sanitation. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Assistant level upon demonstration of competency and knowledge involving the administration and enforcement of statutes, ordinances, and regulations related to public health and sanitation. In some cases, depending on the complexity of duties and job performance, an employee may remain classified as an Assistant Registered Environmental Health Specialist indefinitely. The Associate Registered Environmental Health Specialist is distinguished from the Senior Registered Environmental Health Specialist in that the latter is an advanced journey level where incumbents perform the most complex and specialized work in environmental health and act in a lead capacity assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of an environmental health team. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direction from the Supervising Environmental Health Specialist and may receive technical and functional supervision from the Senior Registered Environmental Health Specialist. May exercise technical and functional supervision over assigned technical, clerical, and less experienced professional staff. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Inspect and evaluate restaurants and other retail food establishments, public bathing, spa, and other recreational and institutional facilities that are of a more complex nature; provide food handling education and other relevant public health and sanitation information; and participate in state-mandated food recalls. Conduct plan checks of new or remodel construction plans for restaurant, pool and spa facilities, and hazardous materials storage and monitoring systems relative to regulatory compliance; investigate complaints about sewage and various public health nuisances; conduct epidemiological investigations; handle housing and vector complaints; and investigate food borne illnesses. Conduct site evaluations of proposed developments, including soils testing, to determine site capability for sewage disposal; evaluate submitted designs and proposed septic systems relative to site conditions; evaluate feasibility of proposed subdivisions and set conditions for approval; and recommend approval or denial of variances and appeals. Evaluate existing sewage disposal and water treatment installations and facilities for regulatory compliance; evaluate need for expansion or replacement of treatment systems; evaluate well sites and well construction for code compliance and acceptance as domestic water supply; and test and assess public drinking water potability. Conduct compliance inspections of public drinking water systems and evaluate laboratory testing data related to state and federal safe drinking water standards. Evaluate solid waste handling and disposal facilities; review and recommend approval of or note exceptions to engineering reports regarding construction, operation, monitoring, and closure/post closure maintenance and use; and respond to complaints and inquiries from the public regarding solid waste handling and disposal. Participate in environmental review process of assigned projects; identify and evaluate concerns regarding discretionary entitlement applications; process environmental assessment questionnaires and environmental impact reports; provide information regarding public health and sanitation issues involved in projects to proponents, the public, and public hearing bodies. Conduct site assessments as part of environmental review process; develop recommendations for approval or denial; make environmental health findings to County Planning Department and draft comments as opinion from Environmental Health Division; and represent the Division in public hearings as directed. Inspect and evaluate facilities that handle hazardous materials and hazardous wastes; review hazardous materials business plans for regulatory compliance; inspect above ground containers and underground storage tanks; and approve plans for and monitor underground storage tank removal and installation. Conduct investigations and assessments and respond to complaints involving issues of environmental health and sanitation; work with affected parties in resolution of problems and issues; prepare cases for referral to the District Attorney or conduct immediate enforcement actions; and coordinate with other County divisions and departments and other public agencies and jurisdictions to protect the public health. Provide information to the public regarding more complex environmental health and sanitation issues and respond to questions and inquiries in the office, by telephone, in person at field sites, or through educational presentations; prepare staff and regulatory reports and correspondences; and establish and maintains appropriate and accurate files and records. Provide collection and information services for household hazardous waste; respond to hazardous materials release/threatened release and provide technical assistance as part of an emergency response team; and respond to complaints or requests for service from public regarding hazardous materials/waste storage, use, or disposal in business, institutional, or private residential settings. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in both an indoor office environment and in the field requiring travel to various locations throughout the County in a variety of outdoor weather conditions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two (2) years of responsible environmental health administration and enforcement experience performing duties similar to an Assistant Registered Environmental Health Specialist with Placer County. Training: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in any of the biological or physical sciences, environmental health science, engineering, or a related field. Required License or Certificate: Possession of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health. Within six (6) months of assignment to hazardous materials enforcement, Certificate of Completion of Training of forty (40) Hour OSHA Hazardous Waste and Hazardous Materials Categorization, Advanced Class. May need to possess a valid driver’s license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Principles of environmental sanitation and the sanitation sciences. Public health methods and procedures used in inspection and correction of unsanitary conditions and in prevention and control of diseases. Sanitation provisions of the California Health and Safety Code. Physical and biological sciences, including biology, chemistry, physics, geology, hydrology, and soils science. Principles of higher mathematics, engineering, and hydraulics. Principles and practices of scientific research and statistical methodology. Computer software, including word processing, spreadsheet, data base, and various statistical analysis applications. Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment. Principles and practices of work safety. English usage, spelling, punctuation, and grammar. California Penal Code as related to public nuisances. Other pertinent statutes and regulations related to activities of the Environmental Health Division. Investigative techniques and principles of evidence. General concepts of civil and case law related to environmental health regulation. Agencies and resources involved in the field of environmental health. Operation, policies, and procedures of the Environmental Health Division. Ability to: Simultaneously conduct multiple inspections and investigations and accurately document findings and maintain appropriate records. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job. Intermittently observe, identify, and analyze public health and sanitation problems and develop solutions; analyze work papers, reports, and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; interpret, enforce, and explain statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures; and maintain awareness of safety at all times. On a continuous basis, sit at desk or in vehicle for long periods of time; intermittently walk, stand, kneel, climb, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, twist, balance, crawl, feel, and reach while conducting field inspections and investigations, or making various tests; see to observe field conditions; differentiate colors on charts, maps, or identification shields, in soil or food, or as part of testing; hear to evaluate proper functioning of various kinds of equipment; use a telephone; write or use a keyboard to communicate; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift moderate weight. Compile, analyze, and evaluate technical information and prepare recommendations regarding further action. Perform mathematical computations and statistical analysis. Interpret plans, drawings, and specifications. Use various test sampling, monitoring, measuring, and laboratory supplies and equipment and specialized protective gear as needed. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Obtain information through interview and work firmly and courteously with the public. Analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper course of action. Work unusual and prolonged work schedules in the event of an environmental or public health emergency. Use a computer, calculator, telephone, two-way radio, camera, facsimile machine, and photocopy machine. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Independently apply public health concepts to daily situations. Independently assess degree of environmental health risk and take appropriate action. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION Length of Probation: All permanent appointments to this classification shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) calendar months or two thousand eighty (2,080) hours, whichever is more. Bargaining Unit: Professional CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
City of Tustin, CA
Tustin, California, United States
Description This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time. The City of Tustin Police Department is currently seeking applicants for Police Records Specialist. To be considered, a city application, supplemental questionnaire, AND typing certification (40 nwpm) must be submitted . For typing certification requirements, CLICK HERE . THE TUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT: T he Tustin Police Department is committed to serving the community in meaningful ways and enjoys a reputation for professional excellence. The TPD strives to maintain the highest standard of professional ethics and personal integrity and remains dedicated to achieving excellence in performance throughout the organization and in the community through the quality of its personnel. It continues to be the TPD's mission to have employees who are ethical, dedicated and loyal to the department and the profession. If you desire a career in public service, are a motivated self-starter, and are willing to be a part of a creative problem solving team, apply to join the TPD as a Police Records Specialist. THE POSITION : The Police Records Specialist is a journey level civilian classification assigned to perform a variety of administrative and clerical support duties in the Police Department. An employee in this classification prepares, processes, and retrieves police records, data and reports while observing and enforcing strict security regulations and procedures; answers questions and provides information and assistance to police staff, law enforcement agencies, and the general public; and provides general clerical assistance to department personnel. In contrast with general office support classifications, the Police Records Specialist requires thorough knowledge of laws, codes, and regulations governing the maintenance and release of confidential and sensitive police records and information. Though prior law enforcement experience is not required at time of entry into the classification, the employee is expected to perform the full range of duties at the conclusion of the probationary period, which includes extensive departmental training. THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS : The recruitment process for this position contains a series components; each component must be passed in order to continue to the next phase. First, application materials will be carefully reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Those who meet the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a written examination. Those who pass the written examination, and who are determined to be best qualified, will be invited to a panel interview. Those who pass will earn placement on an eligibility list from which hires may be made. Candidates who are selected to move forward must pass each of the remaining steps: background investigation and polygraph examination, an interview with the Police Chief (or his designee), and a medical examination and drug screen upon conditional offer of employment. The duration of the selection process typically lasts 6-9 months. Applicants will receive written notification of their current status in the selection process via e-mail. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Processes, maintains, and updates a variety of departmental files, records, and databases on warrants, citations, arrests, criminal cases, investigations, employee training records, employee performance evaluations, and related police data; operates electronic records management system, California Law Enforcement Telecommunication System (CLETS) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) law enforcement network systems, and/or standard business software to enter and retrieve crime data • Electronically scans, indexes, and files accident, crime, and arrest reports, warrants, citations, and other police data; organizes records in alphabetical, numerical, chronological, or subject matter classification • Researches, retrieves, compiles, and copies information from police records to assist police field personnel with ongoing investigations and operations; prepares records for court packages; performs background checks; processes requests for police reports, citations, and other information from the public and other law enforcement personnel • Compiles, tabulates, and verifies information and statistical data pertaining to arrests, cases, and other departmental operations; prepares related statistical and summary reports for use by police personnel and the court system • Completes, collects, organizes, and distributes forms, informational materials, and other paperwork for departmental staff, courts, and law enforcement agencies; checks forms, records, reports, and files for accuracy, completeness and conformance to departmental policies and procedures • Types, completes, and distributes a variety of letters, memoranda, notifications, and general correspondence • Assists the public and other law enforcement agencies at the counter and over the telephone; responds to questions, complaints, and requests; provides information regarding departmental procedures and regulations involving police records, criminal violations, and impounded vehicles; directs callers to appropriate parties as necessary • Receives and tracks subpoenas received from the District Attorney's Office; coordinates officer court appearances • Performs criminal booking processes by photographing and fingerprinting detainees using digital fingerprinting and photography equipment; fingerprints City job applicants to assist with the administrative screening process • Issues commercial and residential burglary/robbery alarm permits; accepts and processes payment for permits • Sorts and distributes departmental mail; processes invoices for payment; assists with departmental payroll records • Performs physical searches of female detainees (matron duties) as necessary • Provides a variety of administrative support to departmental personnel; arranges meetings, coordinates travel arrangements, and takes phone messages Minimum Qualifications A combination of education, experience, and training that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities is required for entry into the classification. A typical combination includes: Education and/or Experience: Graduation from high school; and two (2) years of general clerical or records management experience. Knowledge of: • Principles and procedures of records management, including alphabetical, numerical, and chronological filing systems • Standard business software, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and scanning programs • Proper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation • Federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulations governing the maintenance and release of police records and information Skill to: • Operate various types of standard office equipment including a personal computer and related software Ability to: • Plan, organize, supervise, assign, and evaluate the work of others • Interpret, explain, and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations • Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing • Understand and follow oral and written instructions • Prepare and maintain accurate and precise written documents such as reports, records, forms, and correspondence • Evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines • Establish and maintain courteous and effective working relationships with coworkers, management, government officials, the public, and others encountered in the course of the work • Type accurately at a speed of at least 40 net words per minute • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information • Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines • Perform basic arithmetic computations with speed and accuracy • Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and composure at all times, including stressful situations and handle disputes and complaints in a calm, courteous, and tactful manner Licenses and/or Certificates: A valid California Law Enforcement Teletype Systems (CLETS) certificate is required within six (6) months of employment. Special Requirements: Satisfactory results from a background investigation, physical examination, and administrative screening. Required to work rotating shifts that are typically ten (10) or twelve and one-half (12 ½) hours per day and which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Bilingual skills are highly desirable. Working Conditions & Physical Demands The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand and to lift and move records and documents weighing up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee works in a paramilitary environment with a highly structured chain-of-command system. Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; and interact with staff, other law enforcement officials, and the general public. The employee may be exposed to explicit and unpleasant information contained in police records. Work Environment: The employee typically works in office conditions; the noise level is frequently quiet or moderately quiet, at or below 85 decibels. The employee may be exposed to individuals under arrest when fingerprinting and photographing arrestees and/or physically searching female arrestees. TYPING CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a typing speed of 40 net words per minute. For typing certification requirements and instructions, please CLICK HERE. The City of Tustin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. The City of Tustin offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit program that includes: FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN The City provides a specific dollar amount to each employee to use toward the purchase of individual or family health coverage, dental plans, vision coverage, additional life insurance, deferred compensation, and other optional benefits. Currently, the flexible benefit amount forEmployee + 2is $1750per month. The City contracts through CalPERS medical program (PEMHCA) which offers multiple PPO and HMO options for health insurance providers. Employees also have the choice of Delta Dental PPO or HMO plans. RETIREMENT Employees will be enrolled in a defined benefit (pension) plan with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS determines the retirement plan in which a new employee will be enrolled based on the individual's membership status with CalPERS or a reciprocal retirement system on the individual's first day of employment with the City. Classic CalPERS members will be enrolled in the 2% @ 60 plan, with an employee contribution of 10% (pre-tax). New CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 plan, with an employee contribution of 6.25% (pre-tax). The City does not participate in Social Security, though participation Medicare is mandatory (1.45% employee contribution). DEFERRED COMPENSATION Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program. The City contracts with Nationwide Retirement Services. GENERAL LEAVE General Leave may be used for vacation and/or illness. Annual accrual amounts increase from 160 to 248 with years of service. HOLIDAYS The City has 13paid holidays per calendar year. LIFE INSURANCE Full-Time employees receive a $100,000 life insurance policy. LONG-TERM DISABILITY The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident. UNIFORM ALLOWANCE The City provides a uniform maintenance allowance of $250 per year for those full-time employees required to wear a City uniform. EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PAY Educational Incentive pay for unit employees as follows: BA/BS degree - $28.85 per pay period Masters degree - $38.46 per pay period ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE Employees in this bargaining unit may be assigned the 9/80, 3/12.5or 4/10 alternative work schedules. RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE Employees who retire from the City of Tustin with ten (10) years of full-time service and continue enrollment in the City's health plan are eligible for reimbursement of $250 per month toward retiree health insurance costs. Employees first hired into a benefitted position with the City of Tustin prior to July 1, 2011 are eligible for this benefit after five (5) years of service. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT After passing the probationary period, employees may request reimbursement up to a maximum of $4000 per calendar year for tuition and related expenses when attending a community college or four year university. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of legal and counseling services. MEDICARE All newly hired employees contribute a portion of gross salary for Medicare coverage. The employee contribution to Medicare is 1.45%. SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. SPECIALTY PAY The City has specialty pay for designated positions. Examples of specialty pay include Bilingual Pay, Stand-by Pay, Call-Back Pay, Special Assignment and Shift Differential. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 21, 2024
Full Time
Description This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time. The City of Tustin Police Department is currently seeking applicants for Police Records Specialist. To be considered, a city application, supplemental questionnaire, AND typing certification (40 nwpm) must be submitted . For typing certification requirements, CLICK HERE . THE TUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT: T he Tustin Police Department is committed to serving the community in meaningful ways and enjoys a reputation for professional excellence. The TPD strives to maintain the highest standard of professional ethics and personal integrity and remains dedicated to achieving excellence in performance throughout the organization and in the community through the quality of its personnel. It continues to be the TPD's mission to have employees who are ethical, dedicated and loyal to the department and the profession. If you desire a career in public service, are a motivated self-starter, and are willing to be a part of a creative problem solving team, apply to join the TPD as a Police Records Specialist. THE POSITION : The Police Records Specialist is a journey level civilian classification assigned to perform a variety of administrative and clerical support duties in the Police Department. An employee in this classification prepares, processes, and retrieves police records, data and reports while observing and enforcing strict security regulations and procedures; answers questions and provides information and assistance to police staff, law enforcement agencies, and the general public; and provides general clerical assistance to department personnel. In contrast with general office support classifications, the Police Records Specialist requires thorough knowledge of laws, codes, and regulations governing the maintenance and release of confidential and sensitive police records and information. Though prior law enforcement experience is not required at time of entry into the classification, the employee is expected to perform the full range of duties at the conclusion of the probationary period, which includes extensive departmental training. THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS : The recruitment process for this position contains a series components; each component must be passed in order to continue to the next phase. First, application materials will be carefully reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Those who meet the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a written examination. Those who pass the written examination, and who are determined to be best qualified, will be invited to a panel interview. Those who pass will earn placement on an eligibility list from which hires may be made. Candidates who are selected to move forward must pass each of the remaining steps: background investigation and polygraph examination, an interview with the Police Chief (or his designee), and a medical examination and drug screen upon conditional offer of employment. The duration of the selection process typically lasts 6-9 months. Applicants will receive written notification of their current status in the selection process via e-mail. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Processes, maintains, and updates a variety of departmental files, records, and databases on warrants, citations, arrests, criminal cases, investigations, employee training records, employee performance evaluations, and related police data; operates electronic records management system, California Law Enforcement Telecommunication System (CLETS) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC) law enforcement network systems, and/or standard business software to enter and retrieve crime data • Electronically scans, indexes, and files accident, crime, and arrest reports, warrants, citations, and other police data; organizes records in alphabetical, numerical, chronological, or subject matter classification • Researches, retrieves, compiles, and copies information from police records to assist police field personnel with ongoing investigations and operations; prepares records for court packages; performs background checks; processes requests for police reports, citations, and other information from the public and other law enforcement personnel • Compiles, tabulates, and verifies information and statistical data pertaining to arrests, cases, and other departmental operations; prepares related statistical and summary reports for use by police personnel and the court system • Completes, collects, organizes, and distributes forms, informational materials, and other paperwork for departmental staff, courts, and law enforcement agencies; checks forms, records, reports, and files for accuracy, completeness and conformance to departmental policies and procedures • Types, completes, and distributes a variety of letters, memoranda, notifications, and general correspondence • Assists the public and other law enforcement agencies at the counter and over the telephone; responds to questions, complaints, and requests; provides information regarding departmental procedures and regulations involving police records, criminal violations, and impounded vehicles; directs callers to appropriate parties as necessary • Receives and tracks subpoenas received from the District Attorney's Office; coordinates officer court appearances • Performs criminal booking processes by photographing and fingerprinting detainees using digital fingerprinting and photography equipment; fingerprints City job applicants to assist with the administrative screening process • Issues commercial and residential burglary/robbery alarm permits; accepts and processes payment for permits • Sorts and distributes departmental mail; processes invoices for payment; assists with departmental payroll records • Performs physical searches of female detainees (matron duties) as necessary • Provides a variety of administrative support to departmental personnel; arranges meetings, coordinates travel arrangements, and takes phone messages Minimum Qualifications A combination of education, experience, and training that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities is required for entry into the classification. A typical combination includes: Education and/or Experience: Graduation from high school; and two (2) years of general clerical or records management experience. Knowledge of: • Principles and procedures of records management, including alphabetical, numerical, and chronological filing systems • Standard business software, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and scanning programs • Proper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation • Federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulations governing the maintenance and release of police records and information Skill to: • Operate various types of standard office equipment including a personal computer and related software Ability to: • Plan, organize, supervise, assign, and evaluate the work of others • Interpret, explain, and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations • Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing • Understand and follow oral and written instructions • Prepare and maintain accurate and precise written documents such as reports, records, forms, and correspondence • Evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines • Establish and maintain courteous and effective working relationships with coworkers, management, government officials, the public, and others encountered in the course of the work • Type accurately at a speed of at least 40 net words per minute • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information • Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines • Perform basic arithmetic computations with speed and accuracy • Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and composure at all times, including stressful situations and handle disputes and complaints in a calm, courteous, and tactful manner Licenses and/or Certificates: A valid California Law Enforcement Teletype Systems (CLETS) certificate is required within six (6) months of employment. Special Requirements: Satisfactory results from a background investigation, physical examination, and administrative screening. Required to work rotating shifts that are typically ten (10) or twelve and one-half (12 ½) hours per day and which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Bilingual skills are highly desirable. Working Conditions & Physical Demands The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand and to lift and move records and documents weighing up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee works in a paramilitary environment with a highly structured chain-of-command system. Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks; work with constant interruptions; and interact with staff, other law enforcement officials, and the general public. The employee may be exposed to explicit and unpleasant information contained in police records. Work Environment: The employee typically works in office conditions; the noise level is frequently quiet or moderately quiet, at or below 85 decibels. The employee may be exposed to individuals under arrest when fingerprinting and photographing arrestees and/or physically searching female arrestees. TYPING CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a typing speed of 40 net words per minute. For typing certification requirements and instructions, please CLICK HERE. The City of Tustin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. The City of Tustin offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit program that includes: FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN The City provides a specific dollar amount to each employee to use toward the purchase of individual or family health coverage, dental plans, vision coverage, additional life insurance, deferred compensation, and other optional benefits. Currently, the flexible benefit amount forEmployee + 2is $1750per month. The City contracts through CalPERS medical program (PEMHCA) which offers multiple PPO and HMO options for health insurance providers. Employees also have the choice of Delta Dental PPO or HMO plans. RETIREMENT Employees will be enrolled in a defined benefit (pension) plan with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS determines the retirement plan in which a new employee will be enrolled based on the individual's membership status with CalPERS or a reciprocal retirement system on the individual's first day of employment with the City. Classic CalPERS members will be enrolled in the 2% @ 60 plan, with an employee contribution of 10% (pre-tax). New CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 plan, with an employee contribution of 6.25% (pre-tax). The City does not participate in Social Security, though participation Medicare is mandatory (1.45% employee contribution). DEFERRED COMPENSATION Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program. The City contracts with Nationwide Retirement Services. GENERAL LEAVE General Leave may be used for vacation and/or illness. Annual accrual amounts increase from 160 to 248 with years of service. HOLIDAYS The City has 13paid holidays per calendar year. LIFE INSURANCE Full-Time employees receive a $100,000 life insurance policy. LONG-TERM DISABILITY The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident. UNIFORM ALLOWANCE The City provides a uniform maintenance allowance of $250 per year for those full-time employees required to wear a City uniform. EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PAY Educational Incentive pay for unit employees as follows: BA/BS degree - $28.85 per pay period Masters degree - $38.46 per pay period ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE Employees in this bargaining unit may be assigned the 9/80, 3/12.5or 4/10 alternative work schedules. RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE Employees who retire from the City of Tustin with ten (10) years of full-time service and continue enrollment in the City's health plan are eligible for reimbursement of $250 per month toward retiree health insurance costs. Employees first hired into a benefitted position with the City of Tustin prior to July 1, 2011 are eligible for this benefit after five (5) years of service. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT After passing the probationary period, employees may request reimbursement up to a maximum of $4000 per calendar year for tuition and related expenses when attending a community college or four year university. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of legal and counseling services. MEDICARE All newly hired employees contribute a portion of gross salary for Medicare coverage. The employee contribution to Medicare is 1.45%. SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. SPECIALTY PAY The City has specialty pay for designated positions. Examples of specialty pay include Bilingual Pay, Stand-by Pay, Call-Back Pay, Special Assignment and Shift Differential. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
PLACER COUNTY, CA
Auburn, California, United States
Introduction Are you passionate about protecting public health and the environment? Searching for a rewarding career working in the community and one-on-one with residents and businesses? Want an opportunity to work outside of an office in an area known for its natural beauty? If you have an interest in science, problem solving, and having a positive impact in the lives of others, working for Placer County Health and Human Services Department - Environmental Health Division might be right for you. We are actively seeking highly motivated individuals to join our skilled team of Registered Environmental Health Specialists. Under supervision, the Assistant Registered Environmental Health Specialist performs scientific and professional level office and field work to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations. Staff will be assigned to one of the following programs: Consumer Protection: Ensures compliance with regulated food facilities, body art facilities, swimming pools, public drinking water systems, and campgrounds. Hazardous Materials (CUPA) and Solid Waste: Ensures compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to business facilities that handle hazardous material or hazardous waste, operate underground storage tanks, operate above ground storage tanks, emergency response to incidents involving hazardous chemical releases, and site mitigation. Conducts compliance inspections and supports solid waste disposal facilities and resource recovery and recycling programs, waste tire management, and nonhazardous waste recycling and management programs. Land Use and Water Use: Ensures compliance with state and local regulations pertaining to septic systems and water wells. This recruitment will remain open until filled. T o be included in the first round of application screening, submit your application by 5:00 PM on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Following this date, applications will be screened on a bi-weekly basis until the positions are filled. POSITION INFORMATION The current vacancies are for positions based in the Auburn, CA office. The eligible list from this recruitment may also be used to fill future positions in the Auburn or Tahoe City, CA office. Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium - Employees permanently assigned to a position located in the North Lake Tahoe area qualify for the $1,000 per month Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium. As an Assistant Registered Environmental Health Specialist, you may be required to participate in the Stand-By-Rotation for emergency response. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Professional benefits For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To administer and enforce federal, state and local statutes, ordinances and regulations related to public health and sanitation; to encourage sound sanitary and environmental health practices; and to protect the environment and the public. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry level in the Registered Environmental Health Specialist series. Positions in this class are distinguished from the Environmental Health Trainee by the possession of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health. This class is distinguished from the Associate level by the performance of the less complex tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the Associate level. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Supervising Environmental Health Specialist and may receive technical and functional supervision from the Associate and/or Senior Registered Environmental Health Specialist. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Inspect and evaluate restaurants and other retail food establishments, public bathing, spa, and other recreational and institutional facilities that are of a more complex nature; provide food handling education and other relevant public health and sanitation information; and participate in state-mandated food recalls. Conduct plan checks of new or remodel construction plans for restaurant, pool and spa facilities, and hazardous materials storage and monitoring systems relative to regulatory compliance; investigate complaints about sewage and various public health nuisances; conduct epidemiological investigations; handle housing and vector complaints; and investigate food borne illnesses. Conduct site evaluations of proposed developments, including soils testing, to determine site capability for sewage disposal; evaluate submitted designs and proposed septic systems relative to site conditions; evaluate feasibility of proposed subdivisions and set conditions for approval; and recommend approval or denial of variances and appeals. Evaluate existing sewage disposal and water treatment installations and facilities for regulatory compliance; evaluate need for expansion or replacement of treatment systems; evaluate well sites and well construction for code compliance and acceptance as domestic water supply; and test and assess public drinking water potability. Conduct compliance inspections of public drinking water systems and evaluate laboratory testing data related to state and federal safe drinking water standards. Evaluate solid waste handling and disposal facilities; review and recommend approval of or note exceptions to engineering reports regarding construction, operation, monitoring, and closure/post closure maintenance and use; and respond to complaints and inquiries from the public regarding solid waste handling and disposal. Participate in environmental review process of assigned projects; identify and evaluate concerns regarding discretionary entitlement applications; process environmental assessment questionnaires and environmental impact reports; provide information regarding public health and sanitation issues involved in projects to proponents, the public, and public hearing bodies. Conduct site assessments as part of environmental review process; develop recommendations for approval or denial; make environmental health findings to County Planning Department and draft comments as opinion from Environmental Health Division; and represent the Division in public hearings as directed. Inspect and evaluate facilities that handle hazardous materials and hazardous wastes; review hazardous materials business plans for regulatory compliance; inspect above ground containers and underground storage tanks; and approve plans for and monitor underground storage tank removal and installation. Conduct investigations and assessments and respond to complaints involving issues of environmental health and sanitation; work with affected parties in resolution of problems and issues; prepare cases for referral to the District Attorney or conduct immediate enforcement actions; and coordinate with other County divisions and departments and other public agencies and jurisdictions to protect the public health. Provide information to the public regarding more complex environmental health and sanitation issues and respond to questions and inquiries in the office, by telephone, in person at field sites, or through educational presentations; prepare staff and regulatory reports and correspondences; and establish and maintains appropriate and accurate files and records. Provide collection and information services for household hazardous waste; respond to hazardous materials release/threatened release and provide technical assistance as part of an emergency response team; and respond to complaints or requests for service from public regarding hazardous materials/waste storage, use, or disposal in business, institutional, or private residential settings. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in both an indoor office environment and in the field requiring travel to various locations throughout the County in a variety of outdoor weather conditions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Training: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in any of the biological or physical sciences, environmental health science, engineering, or a related field. Required License or Certificate: Possession of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health. May need to possess a valid driver’s license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Principles of environmental sanitation and the sanitation sciences. Public health methods and procedures used in inspection and correction of unsanitary conditions and in prevention and control of diseases. Sanitation provisions of the California Health and Safety Code. Physical and biological sciences, including biology, chemistry, physics, geology, hydrology, and soils science. Principles of higher mathematics, engineering, and hydraulics. Principles and practices of scientific research and statistical methodology. Computer software, including word processing, spreadsheet, data base, and various statistical analysis applications. Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment. Principles and practices of work safety. English usage, spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Ability to: Simultaneously conduct multiple inspections and investigations and accurately document findings and maintain appropriate records. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job. Intermittently observe, identify, and analyze public health and sanitation problems and develop solutions; analyze work papers, reports, and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; interpret, enforce, and explain statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures; and maintain awareness of safety at all times. On a continuous basis, sit at desk or in vehicle for long periods of time; intermittently walk, stand, kneel, climb, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, twist, balance, crawl, feel, and reach while conducting field inspections and investigations, or making various tests; see to observe field conditions; differentiate colors on charts, maps, or identification shields, in soil or food, or as part of testing; hear to evaluate proper functioning of various kinds of equipment; use a telephone; write or use a keyboard to communicate; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift moderate weight. Compile, analyze, and evaluate technical information and prepare recommendations regarding further action. Perform mathematical computations and statistical analysis. Interpret plans, drawings, and specifications. Use various test sampling, monitoring, measuring, and laboratory supplies and equipment and specialized protective gear as needed. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Obtain information through interview and work firmly and courteously with the public. Analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper course of action. Work unusual and prolonged work schedules in the event of an environmental or public health emergency. Use a computer, calculator, telephone, two-way radio, camera, facsimile machine, and photocopy machine. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION Length of Probation: All permanent appointments to this classification shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) calendar months or two thousand eighty (2,080) hours, whichever is more. Bargaining Unit: Professional CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Introduction Are you passionate about protecting public health and the environment? Searching for a rewarding career working in the community and one-on-one with residents and businesses? Want an opportunity to work outside of an office in an area known for its natural beauty? If you have an interest in science, problem solving, and having a positive impact in the lives of others, working for Placer County Health and Human Services Department - Environmental Health Division might be right for you. We are actively seeking highly motivated individuals to join our skilled team of Registered Environmental Health Specialists. Under supervision, the Assistant Registered Environmental Health Specialist performs scientific and professional level office and field work to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations. Staff will be assigned to one of the following programs: Consumer Protection: Ensures compliance with regulated food facilities, body art facilities, swimming pools, public drinking water systems, and campgrounds. Hazardous Materials (CUPA) and Solid Waste: Ensures compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to business facilities that handle hazardous material or hazardous waste, operate underground storage tanks, operate above ground storage tanks, emergency response to incidents involving hazardous chemical releases, and site mitigation. Conducts compliance inspections and supports solid waste disposal facilities and resource recovery and recycling programs, waste tire management, and nonhazardous waste recycling and management programs. Land Use and Water Use: Ensures compliance with state and local regulations pertaining to septic systems and water wells. This recruitment will remain open until filled. T o be included in the first round of application screening, submit your application by 5:00 PM on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Following this date, applications will be screened on a bi-weekly basis until the positions are filled. POSITION INFORMATION The current vacancies are for positions based in the Auburn, CA office. The eligible list from this recruitment may also be used to fill future positions in the Auburn or Tahoe City, CA office. Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium - Employees permanently assigned to a position located in the North Lake Tahoe area qualify for the $1,000 per month Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium. As an Assistant Registered Environmental Health Specialist, you may be required to participate in the Stand-By-Rotation for emergency response. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Professional benefits For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To administer and enforce federal, state and local statutes, ordinances and regulations related to public health and sanitation; to encourage sound sanitary and environmental health practices; and to protect the environment and the public. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry level in the Registered Environmental Health Specialist series. Positions in this class are distinguished from the Environmental Health Trainee by the possession of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health. This class is distinguished from the Associate level by the performance of the less complex tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the Associate level. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Supervising Environmental Health Specialist and may receive technical and functional supervision from the Associate and/or Senior Registered Environmental Health Specialist. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Inspect and evaluate restaurants and other retail food establishments, public bathing, spa, and other recreational and institutional facilities that are of a more complex nature; provide food handling education and other relevant public health and sanitation information; and participate in state-mandated food recalls. Conduct plan checks of new or remodel construction plans for restaurant, pool and spa facilities, and hazardous materials storage and monitoring systems relative to regulatory compliance; investigate complaints about sewage and various public health nuisances; conduct epidemiological investigations; handle housing and vector complaints; and investigate food borne illnesses. Conduct site evaluations of proposed developments, including soils testing, to determine site capability for sewage disposal; evaluate submitted designs and proposed septic systems relative to site conditions; evaluate feasibility of proposed subdivisions and set conditions for approval; and recommend approval or denial of variances and appeals. Evaluate existing sewage disposal and water treatment installations and facilities for regulatory compliance; evaluate need for expansion or replacement of treatment systems; evaluate well sites and well construction for code compliance and acceptance as domestic water supply; and test and assess public drinking water potability. Conduct compliance inspections of public drinking water systems and evaluate laboratory testing data related to state and federal safe drinking water standards. Evaluate solid waste handling and disposal facilities; review and recommend approval of or note exceptions to engineering reports regarding construction, operation, monitoring, and closure/post closure maintenance and use; and respond to complaints and inquiries from the public regarding solid waste handling and disposal. Participate in environmental review process of assigned projects; identify and evaluate concerns regarding discretionary entitlement applications; process environmental assessment questionnaires and environmental impact reports; provide information regarding public health and sanitation issues involved in projects to proponents, the public, and public hearing bodies. Conduct site assessments as part of environmental review process; develop recommendations for approval or denial; make environmental health findings to County Planning Department and draft comments as opinion from Environmental Health Division; and represent the Division in public hearings as directed. Inspect and evaluate facilities that handle hazardous materials and hazardous wastes; review hazardous materials business plans for regulatory compliance; inspect above ground containers and underground storage tanks; and approve plans for and monitor underground storage tank removal and installation. Conduct investigations and assessments and respond to complaints involving issues of environmental health and sanitation; work with affected parties in resolution of problems and issues; prepare cases for referral to the District Attorney or conduct immediate enforcement actions; and coordinate with other County divisions and departments and other public agencies and jurisdictions to protect the public health. Provide information to the public regarding more complex environmental health and sanitation issues and respond to questions and inquiries in the office, by telephone, in person at field sites, or through educational presentations; prepare staff and regulatory reports and correspondences; and establish and maintains appropriate and accurate files and records. Provide collection and information services for household hazardous waste; respond to hazardous materials release/threatened release and provide technical assistance as part of an emergency response team; and respond to complaints or requests for service from public regarding hazardous materials/waste storage, use, or disposal in business, institutional, or private residential settings. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in both an indoor office environment and in the field requiring travel to various locations throughout the County in a variety of outdoor weather conditions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Training: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in any of the biological or physical sciences, environmental health science, engineering, or a related field. Required License or Certificate: Possession of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health. May need to possess a valid driver’s license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Principles of environmental sanitation and the sanitation sciences. Public health methods and procedures used in inspection and correction of unsanitary conditions and in prevention and control of diseases. Sanitation provisions of the California Health and Safety Code. Physical and biological sciences, including biology, chemistry, physics, geology, hydrology, and soils science. Principles of higher mathematics, engineering, and hydraulics. Principles and practices of scientific research and statistical methodology. Computer software, including word processing, spreadsheet, data base, and various statistical analysis applications. Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment. Principles and practices of work safety. English usage, spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Ability to: Simultaneously conduct multiple inspections and investigations and accurately document findings and maintain appropriate records. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job. Intermittently observe, identify, and analyze public health and sanitation problems and develop solutions; analyze work papers, reports, and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; interpret, enforce, and explain statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures; and maintain awareness of safety at all times. On a continuous basis, sit at desk or in vehicle for long periods of time; intermittently walk, stand, kneel, climb, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, twist, balance, crawl, feel, and reach while conducting field inspections and investigations, or making various tests; see to observe field conditions; differentiate colors on charts, maps, or identification shields, in soil or food, or as part of testing; hear to evaluate proper functioning of various kinds of equipment; use a telephone; write or use a keyboard to communicate; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift moderate weight. Compile, analyze, and evaluate technical information and prepare recommendations regarding further action. Perform mathematical computations and statistical analysis. Interpret plans, drawings, and specifications. Use various test sampling, monitoring, measuring, and laboratory supplies and equipment and specialized protective gear as needed. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Obtain information through interview and work firmly and courteously with the public. Analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper course of action. Work unusual and prolonged work schedules in the event of an environmental or public health emergency. Use a computer, calculator, telephone, two-way radio, camera, facsimile machine, and photocopy machine. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION Length of Probation: All permanent appointments to this classification shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) calendar months or two thousand eighty (2,080) hours, whichever is more. Bargaining Unit: Professional CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION The Finance Specialist will perform a wide variety of accounting work in accounts payable and general accounting. This at-will employment will be for a limited term of up to, but not to exceed, 999 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30) or six (6) months, whichever comes first. TO APPLY: This is a continuous recruitment, with the first review of applications beginning April 29, 2024 . Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the career level of the Financial Specialist series. At this level, the incumbent has some latitude for independent judgment and may vary work methods and procedures, but usually within prescribed parameters. SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED Receives supervision from departmental management/supervisory level roles No formal supervisory responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities . Accurate data entry of invoices, check requests and expense reports into the accounts payable module. Ensure compliance with applicable Authority and department policies. Proactively monitor invoice status and resolve issues to ensure timely payment to vendors. Ensure the efficient utilization of the payables system, taking advantage of system capabilities. Enter and audit invoices or bills for compliance against purchase orders and requisitions. Track and monitor deposits ensuring that all projects have sufficient capital on hand for funding. Prepare routine correspondence, including collection correspondence to vendors, businesses, or the public. Determining penalties and delinquencies. Respond to requests for project closeout and perform final reconciliation documentation with applicable invoice or refund processes. Prepare closeout form for projects and updates Oracle accordingly. Review additions and extensions on all bills and invoices, verify authorization for payment and assigns priority. Verify data entry into financial system from source documents by means of sight verification and system on-line edit procedures. Verify state sales and use taxes, freight and shipping charges, payment terms and discounting on all bills submitted for payment. Provide user support to inquiries providing explanation of established procedures and work unit policies. Develop and maintain strong working relationships to facilitate achievement of department goals. Manage accounts payable email box. Perform other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience Associates degree in Accounting, Economics, Business or a related degree A minimum of four (4) years of work experience performing accounting work in accounts payable, accounts receivable and general accounting. A combination of training, education and or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered when determining minimum qualifications. Advanced relevant coursework may also substitute for a portion of required experience. Valid Class C Driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record of no more than three moving violations and no DUI’s within the last three years is required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : Accounting principles, practices and financial recordkeeping SCRRA’s purchase order system Sales tax, use tax and freight rules 1099 filing rules Skilled in : Use of Microsoft Office Use of Oracle Ability to : Explain and help affected parties solve payment issues Manage time effectively Create Accounts Payable journals Provide customer service PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Transition between standing, walking and sitting at varying lengths of time Climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Use hands to finger, handle, feel and grasp tools to perform the duties of the position Ability to lift, hold and move objects up to 25lbs. Hear and perceive the nature of sounds Listen and express or exchange ideas by means of spoken words Visual acuity Working Conditions Position requires work in a normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, or temperature. Work may also be conducted in outdoor environments, at construction sites, Railroad Track and Right-of-Way environments, and warehouse environments, with possible exposure to individuals who are hostile or irate, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises (85+ decibels, such as heavy trucks, construction, etc.) SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Selection Process: Following a review of resumes and/or applications, the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Eligible applicants will be notified of the exact time and place of assessments and interview. Candidates will be interviewed to determine their relative knowledge, skills and ability in job related areas. Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a reference check, including degree verification and criminal records check provided through SCRRA. Internal Candidates: Employees with active discipline as defined in the HR Policy No. 5.3 Positive Discipline Program and/or with performance that does not meet the standard for "meets expectations" as defined in the Performance Planning and Appraisal Process may be precluded from consideration and placement in the position. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the SCRRA will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The SCRRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/ADA MEDICAL: SCRRA offers a choice of twelve (12) health plan options provided through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You may choose from up to ten (10) Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans and two (2) Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans. Some health plans are only available in certain counties and/or zip codes. You contribute 12.5 percent of the plan premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. You may waive coverage if you are covered under another group health plan; you must provide proof. Once you waive coverage, you will only be allowed to enroll during Open Enrollment or within 60 days from the date on which your other coverage is no longer available (proof is required). If you elect to waive coverage, you will receive $300.00 per month taxable earnings, paid in two installments of $150 each on the first two paychecks of the month. A retiree or an employee who is a spouse, child, or any other eligible dependent of another SCRRA employee is not eligible for the opt out/cash in lieu credit if he/she is covered under a SCRRA health plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. DENTAL: SCRRA offers two dental options provided by Delta Dental. Under the DeltaCare (HMO) program, you must select a contract dentist within their network to perform your dental services. If you require treatment from a specialist, your contract dentist will handle the referral. Many services are covered at no cost to you. A co-payment applies for other services. The Delta Dental PPO plan allows you to visit a dentist of your choice, change dentists at any time, go to a dental specialist of your choice, receive dental care anywhere in the world, and save on out-of-pocket expenses when you visit a PPO network dental office. SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents under both plans. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VISION: SCRRA offers two (2) vision plans through Vision Service Plan (VSP), providing coverage for eye examinations, prescription eyewear and contact lenses through network providers. You have the option of seeing out-of-network providers, but full reimbursement is not guaranteed. VSP has contracted with many laser surgery facilities and doctors, offering you a discount on PRK and LASIK surgeries. If you enroll in the VSP Basic Plan, SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. If you enroll in the VSP Buy-up Plan, which offers enhanced vision benefits, you pay the difference between the cost of the Basic Plan and the Buy-up Plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) allow for the deferral of pre-tax dollars to be used for reimbursement of eligible medical and dependent care expenses. You can set aside up to $3,050 for health care expenses and $5,000 per family for dependent care expenses annually. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or a qualifying event. GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, to a maximum of $200,000. Your life insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. IRS regulations require that the portion of Group Term Life (“G.T.L.”) insurance benefits provided to you by SCRRA, which exceeds $50,000, be added to your Federal, State, and Medicare taxable earnings for W-2 reporting. This amount is reflected on your pay statements each pay period in the “Other Benefits and Information” section. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000 to a maximum of $100,000 without evidence of insurability (initial enrollment period only) and up to 5 times your salary to a maximum of $500,000 with evidence of insurability. Dependent life options are also available. The voluntary plan is portable; you may retain it if you leave SCRRA and pay the premium. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, up to a maximum of $200,000. Your AD&D insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000, subject to a maximum of the lesser of 5 times your annual salary or $500,000. Dependent AD&D options are also available. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. SHORT TERM DISABILITY: You are covered under the California State Disability Insurance (SDI) Program. Your maximum benefit amount is 52 times your weekly benefit amount or the total wages subject to SDI tax paid in your base period, whichever is less. Employees pay a mandatory contribution, through payroll deductions, for coverage under the SDI program. The contribution rate for 2023 is 0.9 percent of earnings. The SDI taxable wage limit is $153,164, with a maximum withholding of $1,378.48 per employee for calendar year 2023. LONG TERM DISABILITY : SCRRA provides for income replacement of 60 percent of monthly earnings subject to a maximum benefit of $7,500 per month up to age 65. To qualify, you must be on disability for 90 days. (Note: there is a pre-existing condition clause in this program.) Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: SCRRA offers the following employee-paid voluntary benefits, provided by Aflac: Group Accident Insurance helps pay for out-of-pocket costs that arise from covered accidents, such as fractures, dislocations, and lacerations. Group Critical Illness Insurance helps pay for the expected and unexpected expenses that arise from diagnosis of a covered critical illness, such as cancer (internal or invasive), heart attack, stroke, end-stage renal failure or a major organ transplant. Group Hospital Indemnity Insurance helps pay for the out-of-pocket costs associated with a hospital stay, including benefits for hospital confinement, hospital admission, hospital intensive care and intermediate intensive care step-down unit. Group Short-Term Disability Insurance pays a monthly benefit directly to an employee who is off work due to an injury or illness for up to three (3) months after a seven (7) day waiting period. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. 9/80 ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers a 9/80 Alternative Work Schedule (AWS). During a 10-day work period, you work eight 9-hour days, one 8-hour day and have one day off. Your day off can be Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the 9/80 AWS program. TELECOMMUTING SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers employees the option to telecommute up to two (2) days per week. At the CEO’s discretion, the maximum number of days per week may be increased due to a natural disaster, pandemic, civil unrest, federal/state/local stay-at-home order, or other special circumstances. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the telecommuting program. Employees on a 9/80 schedule cannot telecommute. HOLIDAYS: SCRRA observes twelve (12) holidays a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. PAID TIME OFF (PTO): SCRRA provides employees with Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacations, illnesses, injuries, medical/dental appointments, religious holidays, personal business, and emergencies as follows: 0-4 years of service - 25 days 5-6 years of service - 30 days 7th year of service - 32 days 8th year of service - 33 days 9th year of service - 34 days 10-14 years of service - 35 days 15-19 years of service - 38 days 20 or more years - 42 days At the CEO’s discretion, prior service at a public transportation or public agency, or rail transportation company may be counted towards an employee’s total service years to increase the employee’s PTO accrual rate. To be considered, Human Resources requires that a written request along with verification and confirmation of the years of service be provided prior to the start of employment with SCRRA. Human Resources will provide the final determination on behalf of the CEO. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP): SCRRA offers you and your immediate and dependent family members confidential counseling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for family, personal, work-related and substance abuse issues through the EAP. You are entitled to a telephone session(s) with a trained EAP professional to assess the nature of the problem and provide a referral for additional assistance, if needed. Services also include three (3) face-to-face counseling sessions per family member per six (6) month period. HEALTH ADVOCACY SERVICES: SCRRA offers you and your eligible dependents free health advocacy services through Health Advocate. You are entitled to unlimited calls with trained professionals who can help you navigate the healthcare and insurance systems. RETIREMENT PLAN: The SCRRA contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You pay a 7.00 percent employee contribution and SCRRA pays an employer contribution, which varies each year. To be eligible for service retirement, you must be at least age 52 and have a minimum of five (5) years of CalPERS-credited service. Upon retirement you are entitled to a monthly retirement benefit based on your years of credited service, age, and average compensation during your last three (3) years of service (“final compensation”). The retirement formula for New Members is 2%@62, which means at age 62, you receive 2 percent of your final compensation for every year of service. Upon separation from employment with less than 5 years of credited service, you may request a refund of your employee contributions only, including interest, and end your membership with CalPERS, or leave it in your account and retain your service credit should you decide to work for another CalPERS-covered agency. If you are vested upon separation but do not retire, you may leave your contributions in your account until retirement or elect a refund. SOCIAL SECURITY: You do not participate in Social Security except for Medicare. You will contribute 1.45 percent of your pay to cover the hospital insurance portion of Medicare. *Additional Medicare Hospital Insurance Tax: As of January 1, 2013, employees are required to pay an additional 0.9 percent Medicare tax on earnings above $200,000 (for those who file an individual return) or $250,000 (for those who file a joint return). This additional hospital insurance tax is not reflected in the rate above. RETIREE MEDICAL: Unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18*: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other. SCRRA pays the same amount for retirees as it does for active employees, which is currently 87.5 percent of the applicable premium. Unrepresented employees hired on or after 11/1/18: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other and you have a minimum of 10 years of credited CalPERS service, five of which must be performed at SCRRA. SCRRA pays a percentage of the state annuitant contribution rate** in accordance with the vesting schedule below: 10 Years of CalPERS Service - 50% 11 - 19 Years of CalPERS Service - 50%, plus 5% for each additional year of service 20+ Years of CalPERS Service - 100% *Once each year the employer may allow unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18 the opportunity to individually elect to be subject to the vesting schedule. **The state annuitant contribution rates for 2023 are: $883 (Retiree Only); $1,699 (Retiree + 1 Dependent); $2,124 (Retiree + Family). DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (457) : You are eligible to set aside a portion of your current income without paying taxes on that money until it is received later during retirement when taxes may be lower. In 2023, you can defer up to 100 percent of your gross compensation or $22,500 annually, whichever is less (“normal contribution limit”). You may make an additional $7,500 contribution to the plan if you are age 50 and older. If you are at least within three years of the age in which you are eligible to receive unreduced benefits under our CalPERS retirement plan, you may contribute up to double the normal contribution limit, or $45,000. TRANSPORTATION PASSES: You may use your employee badge for unlimited free access to all Metrolink lines and trains. Your badge cannot be used on connecting public transportation. However, if you commute to/from work on Metrolink on a regular basis and need to connect to other public transportation (e.g., Metro Red or Purple Line) you can be issued a Metrolink pass with the appropriate station pair, which will also give you access to connecting transportation. You are also eligible to receive a free transit pass to ride any greater Los Angeles area transit system other than Metrolink (such as, Metro, Foothill Transit, LADOT, and LOSSAN) for commuting purposes. The commuter transit pass has a value up to the monthly maximum tax-free transit pass amount established by the Internal Revenue Service ($300 in 2023). You are responsible for any transit fares above the IRS monthly cap. To receive this benefit, the SCRRA requires each employee to use public transportation to commute to and from work three (3) or more days per week. OTHER BENEFITS: Educational Assistance - SCRRA will reimburse an employee up to $1,000 per fiscal year for tuition, books and mandatory student fees for courses that are relevant to employment. No reimbursement is allowed for parking. Professional Memberships - SCRRA pays up to $300 per year for professional memberships. Credit Union Membership - SCRRA offers credit union services for employees and their family members, provided by Northrup Grumman Federal Credit Union. Jury Duty - SCRRA will continue an employee's salary during any non-voluntary jury service up to a maximum of ten (10) working days. Pregnancy Disability and Family and Medical Leaves - A leave of absence may be paid or unpaid and shall be granted in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, and SCRRA policy. Refer to the Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual for more detailed information. Bereavement Leave - In the event of death in an employee’s immediate family, the agency grants up to three (3) working days, with pay, to handle family affairs and to attend the funeral. When an employee needs to travel outside the radius of the five (5) member agencies due to the death of an immediate family member, the Authority grants up to five (5) working days, with pay. Military Leave - Employees will be paid for the annually required active period. At the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, and with Board notification, paid military leave may be granted beyond what is provided by the applicable state law. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 26, 2024
Temporary
SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION The Finance Specialist will perform a wide variety of accounting work in accounts payable and general accounting. This at-will employment will be for a limited term of up to, but not to exceed, 999 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30) or six (6) months, whichever comes first. TO APPLY: This is a continuous recruitment, with the first review of applications beginning April 29, 2024 . Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the career level of the Financial Specialist series. At this level, the incumbent has some latitude for independent judgment and may vary work methods and procedures, but usually within prescribed parameters. SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED Receives supervision from departmental management/supervisory level roles No formal supervisory responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities . Accurate data entry of invoices, check requests and expense reports into the accounts payable module. Ensure compliance with applicable Authority and department policies. Proactively monitor invoice status and resolve issues to ensure timely payment to vendors. Ensure the efficient utilization of the payables system, taking advantage of system capabilities. Enter and audit invoices or bills for compliance against purchase orders and requisitions. Track and monitor deposits ensuring that all projects have sufficient capital on hand for funding. Prepare routine correspondence, including collection correspondence to vendors, businesses, or the public. Determining penalties and delinquencies. Respond to requests for project closeout and perform final reconciliation documentation with applicable invoice or refund processes. Prepare closeout form for projects and updates Oracle accordingly. Review additions and extensions on all bills and invoices, verify authorization for payment and assigns priority. Verify data entry into financial system from source documents by means of sight verification and system on-line edit procedures. Verify state sales and use taxes, freight and shipping charges, payment terms and discounting on all bills submitted for payment. Provide user support to inquiries providing explanation of established procedures and work unit policies. Develop and maintain strong working relationships to facilitate achievement of department goals. Manage accounts payable email box. Perform other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience Associates degree in Accounting, Economics, Business or a related degree A minimum of four (4) years of work experience performing accounting work in accounts payable, accounts receivable and general accounting. A combination of training, education and or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered when determining minimum qualifications. Advanced relevant coursework may also substitute for a portion of required experience. Valid Class C Driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record of no more than three moving violations and no DUI’s within the last three years is required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : Accounting principles, practices and financial recordkeeping SCRRA’s purchase order system Sales tax, use tax and freight rules 1099 filing rules Skilled in : Use of Microsoft Office Use of Oracle Ability to : Explain and help affected parties solve payment issues Manage time effectively Create Accounts Payable journals Provide customer service PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Transition between standing, walking and sitting at varying lengths of time Climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Use hands to finger, handle, feel and grasp tools to perform the duties of the position Ability to lift, hold and move objects up to 25lbs. Hear and perceive the nature of sounds Listen and express or exchange ideas by means of spoken words Visual acuity Working Conditions Position requires work in a normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, or temperature. Work may also be conducted in outdoor environments, at construction sites, Railroad Track and Right-of-Way environments, and warehouse environments, with possible exposure to individuals who are hostile or irate, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises (85+ decibels, such as heavy trucks, construction, etc.) SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Selection Process: Following a review of resumes and/or applications, the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Eligible applicants will be notified of the exact time and place of assessments and interview. Candidates will be interviewed to determine their relative knowledge, skills and ability in job related areas. Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a reference check, including degree verification and criminal records check provided through SCRRA. Internal Candidates: Employees with active discipline as defined in the HR Policy No. 5.3 Positive Discipline Program and/or with performance that does not meet the standard for "meets expectations" as defined in the Performance Planning and Appraisal Process may be precluded from consideration and placement in the position. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the SCRRA will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The SCRRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/ADA MEDICAL: SCRRA offers a choice of twelve (12) health plan options provided through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You may choose from up to ten (10) Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans and two (2) Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans. Some health plans are only available in certain counties and/or zip codes. You contribute 12.5 percent of the plan premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. You may waive coverage if you are covered under another group health plan; you must provide proof. Once you waive coverage, you will only be allowed to enroll during Open Enrollment or within 60 days from the date on which your other coverage is no longer available (proof is required). If you elect to waive coverage, you will receive $300.00 per month taxable earnings, paid in two installments of $150 each on the first two paychecks of the month. A retiree or an employee who is a spouse, child, or any other eligible dependent of another SCRRA employee is not eligible for the opt out/cash in lieu credit if he/she is covered under a SCRRA health plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. DENTAL: SCRRA offers two dental options provided by Delta Dental. Under the DeltaCare (HMO) program, you must select a contract dentist within their network to perform your dental services. If you require treatment from a specialist, your contract dentist will handle the referral. Many services are covered at no cost to you. A co-payment applies for other services. The Delta Dental PPO plan allows you to visit a dentist of your choice, change dentists at any time, go to a dental specialist of your choice, receive dental care anywhere in the world, and save on out-of-pocket expenses when you visit a PPO network dental office. SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents under both plans. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VISION: SCRRA offers two (2) vision plans through Vision Service Plan (VSP), providing coverage for eye examinations, prescription eyewear and contact lenses through network providers. You have the option of seeing out-of-network providers, but full reimbursement is not guaranteed. VSP has contracted with many laser surgery facilities and doctors, offering you a discount on PRK and LASIK surgeries. If you enroll in the VSP Basic Plan, SCRRA pays the full premium for coverage of you and your eligible dependents. If you enroll in the VSP Buy-up Plan, which offers enhanced vision benefits, you pay the difference between the cost of the Basic Plan and the Buy-up Plan. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) allow for the deferral of pre-tax dollars to be used for reimbursement of eligible medical and dependent care expenses. You can set aside up to $3,050 for health care expenses and $5,000 per family for dependent care expenses annually. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or a qualifying event. GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, to a maximum of $200,000. Your life insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. IRS regulations require that the portion of Group Term Life (“G.T.L.”) insurance benefits provided to you by SCRRA, which exceeds $50,000, be added to your Federal, State, and Medicare taxable earnings for W-2 reporting. This amount is reflected on your pay statements each pay period in the “Other Benefits and Information” section. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000 to a maximum of $100,000 without evidence of insurability (initial enrollment period only) and up to 5 times your salary to a maximum of $500,000 with evidence of insurability. Dependent life options are also available. The voluntary plan is portable; you may retain it if you leave SCRRA and pay the premium. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT: SCRRA provides for an amount equal to one (1) time your annual salary, rounded to the nearest $1,000, up to a maximum of $200,000. Your AD&D insurance benefit will reduce to 65% at age 65 and 55% at age 70. In addition, SCRRA offers a voluntary plan, which may be purchased in increments of $10,000, subject to a maximum of the lesser of 5 times your annual salary or $500,000. Dependent AD&D options are also available. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. SHORT TERM DISABILITY: You are covered under the California State Disability Insurance (SDI) Program. Your maximum benefit amount is 52 times your weekly benefit amount or the total wages subject to SDI tax paid in your base period, whichever is less. Employees pay a mandatory contribution, through payroll deductions, for coverage under the SDI program. The contribution rate for 2023 is 0.9 percent of earnings. The SDI taxable wage limit is $153,164, with a maximum withholding of $1,378.48 per employee for calendar year 2023. LONG TERM DISABILITY : SCRRA provides for income replacement of 60 percent of monthly earnings subject to a maximum benefit of $7,500 per month up to age 65. To qualify, you must be on disability for 90 days. (Note: there is a pre-existing condition clause in this program.) Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: SCRRA offers the following employee-paid voluntary benefits, provided by Aflac: Group Accident Insurance helps pay for out-of-pocket costs that arise from covered accidents, such as fractures, dislocations, and lacerations. Group Critical Illness Insurance helps pay for the expected and unexpected expenses that arise from diagnosis of a covered critical illness, such as cancer (internal or invasive), heart attack, stroke, end-stage renal failure or a major organ transplant. Group Hospital Indemnity Insurance helps pay for the out-of-pocket costs associated with a hospital stay, including benefits for hospital confinement, hospital admission, hospital intensive care and intermediate intensive care step-down unit. Group Short-Term Disability Insurance pays a monthly benefit directly to an employee who is off work due to an injury or illness for up to three (3) months after a seven (7) day waiting period. Eligibility begins the first of the month following hire date or qualifying event. 9/80 ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers a 9/80 Alternative Work Schedule (AWS). During a 10-day work period, you work eight 9-hour days, one 8-hour day and have one day off. Your day off can be Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the 9/80 AWS program. TELECOMMUTING SCHEDULE: SCRRA offers employees the option to telecommute up to two (2) days per week. At the CEO’s discretion, the maximum number of days per week may be increased due to a natural disaster, pandemic, civil unrest, federal/state/local stay-at-home order, or other special circumstances. Approval from your supervisor, chief and HR is required to participate in the telecommuting program. Employees on a 9/80 schedule cannot telecommute. HOLIDAYS: SCRRA observes twelve (12) holidays a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. PAID TIME OFF (PTO): SCRRA provides employees with Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacations, illnesses, injuries, medical/dental appointments, religious holidays, personal business, and emergencies as follows: 0-4 years of service - 25 days 5-6 years of service - 30 days 7th year of service - 32 days 8th year of service - 33 days 9th year of service - 34 days 10-14 years of service - 35 days 15-19 years of service - 38 days 20 or more years - 42 days At the CEO’s discretion, prior service at a public transportation or public agency, or rail transportation company may be counted towards an employee’s total service years to increase the employee’s PTO accrual rate. To be considered, Human Resources requires that a written request along with verification and confirmation of the years of service be provided prior to the start of employment with SCRRA. Human Resources will provide the final determination on behalf of the CEO. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP): SCRRA offers you and your immediate and dependent family members confidential counseling 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for family, personal, work-related and substance abuse issues through the EAP. You are entitled to a telephone session(s) with a trained EAP professional to assess the nature of the problem and provide a referral for additional assistance, if needed. Services also include three (3) face-to-face counseling sessions per family member per six (6) month period. HEALTH ADVOCACY SERVICES: SCRRA offers you and your eligible dependents free health advocacy services through Health Advocate. You are entitled to unlimited calls with trained professionals who can help you navigate the healthcare and insurance systems. RETIREMENT PLAN: The SCRRA contracts with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). You pay a 7.00 percent employee contribution and SCRRA pays an employer contribution, which varies each year. To be eligible for service retirement, you must be at least age 52 and have a minimum of five (5) years of CalPERS-credited service. Upon retirement you are entitled to a monthly retirement benefit based on your years of credited service, age, and average compensation during your last three (3) years of service (“final compensation”). The retirement formula for New Members is 2%@62, which means at age 62, you receive 2 percent of your final compensation for every year of service. Upon separation from employment with less than 5 years of credited service, you may request a refund of your employee contributions only, including interest, and end your membership with CalPERS, or leave it in your account and retain your service credit should you decide to work for another CalPERS-covered agency. If you are vested upon separation but do not retire, you may leave your contributions in your account until retirement or elect a refund. SOCIAL SECURITY: You do not participate in Social Security except for Medicare. You will contribute 1.45 percent of your pay to cover the hospital insurance portion of Medicare. *Additional Medicare Hospital Insurance Tax: As of January 1, 2013, employees are required to pay an additional 0.9 percent Medicare tax on earnings above $200,000 (for those who file an individual return) or $250,000 (for those who file a joint return). This additional hospital insurance tax is not reflected in the rate above. RETIREE MEDICAL: Unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18*: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other. SCRRA pays the same amount for retirees as it does for active employees, which is currently 87.5 percent of the applicable premium. Unrepresented employees hired on or after 11/1/18: You will be eligible for medical coverage when you retire if your separation date and retirement date are within 120 days of each other and you have a minimum of 10 years of credited CalPERS service, five of which must be performed at SCRRA. SCRRA pays a percentage of the state annuitant contribution rate** in accordance with the vesting schedule below: 10 Years of CalPERS Service - 50% 11 - 19 Years of CalPERS Service - 50%, plus 5% for each additional year of service 20+ Years of CalPERS Service - 100% *Once each year the employer may allow unrepresented employees hired before 11/1/18 the opportunity to individually elect to be subject to the vesting schedule. **The state annuitant contribution rates for 2023 are: $883 (Retiree Only); $1,699 (Retiree + 1 Dependent); $2,124 (Retiree + Family). DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (457) : You are eligible to set aside a portion of your current income without paying taxes on that money until it is received later during retirement when taxes may be lower. In 2023, you can defer up to 100 percent of your gross compensation or $22,500 annually, whichever is less (“normal contribution limit”). You may make an additional $7,500 contribution to the plan if you are age 50 and older. If you are at least within three years of the age in which you are eligible to receive unreduced benefits under our CalPERS retirement plan, you may contribute up to double the normal contribution limit, or $45,000. TRANSPORTATION PASSES: You may use your employee badge for unlimited free access to all Metrolink lines and trains. Your badge cannot be used on connecting public transportation. However, if you commute to/from work on Metrolink on a regular basis and need to connect to other public transportation (e.g., Metro Red or Purple Line) you can be issued a Metrolink pass with the appropriate station pair, which will also give you access to connecting transportation. You are also eligible to receive a free transit pass to ride any greater Los Angeles area transit system other than Metrolink (such as, Metro, Foothill Transit, LADOT, and LOSSAN) for commuting purposes. The commuter transit pass has a value up to the monthly maximum tax-free transit pass amount established by the Internal Revenue Service ($300 in 2023). You are responsible for any transit fares above the IRS monthly cap. To receive this benefit, the SCRRA requires each employee to use public transportation to commute to and from work three (3) or more days per week. OTHER BENEFITS: Educational Assistance - SCRRA will reimburse an employee up to $1,000 per fiscal year for tuition, books and mandatory student fees for courses that are relevant to employment. No reimbursement is allowed for parking. Professional Memberships - SCRRA pays up to $300 per year for professional memberships. Credit Union Membership - SCRRA offers credit union services for employees and their family members, provided by Northrup Grumman Federal Credit Union. Jury Duty - SCRRA will continue an employee's salary during any non-voluntary jury service up to a maximum of ten (10) working days. Pregnancy Disability and Family and Medical Leaves - A leave of absence may be paid or unpaid and shall be granted in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, and SCRRA policy. Refer to the Human Resource Policies and Procedures Manual for more detailed information. Bereavement Leave - In the event of death in an employee’s immediate family, the agency grants up to three (3) working days, with pay, to handle family affairs and to attend the funeral. When an employee needs to travel outside the radius of the five (5) member agencies due to the death of an immediate family member, the Authority grants up to five (5) working days, with pay. Military Leave - Employees will be paid for the annually required active period. At the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, and with Board notification, paid military leave may be granted beyond what is provided by the applicable state law. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Cal State University (CSU) Fresno
5241 N Maple Ave, Fresno, CA 93740, USA
Temporary Faculty Pool - University Coach (Supervisor) - PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential Program Department Overview The Literacy, Early, Bilingual, and Special Education Department (LEBSE) offers courses for the preparation and professional development and advancement of Pre-K-12 teachers. At the preliminary credential level, the department provides coursework and support for the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential Program, Multiple Subject and Single Subject Programs, and the Education Specialist Credential Program, which offers a combined program for both the Mild-to-Moderate and Extensive Support Needs Credentials. LEBSE also provides courses and supervision for the Bilingual Authorization Program. Additionally, the department currently houses four (4) graduate programs: Literacy, Early Education, Multilingual/Multicultural, and Special Education, and two advanced credentials: Reading Literacy and Leadership Specialist Credential and the Early Childhood Specialist Credential. The department prides itself in having faculty who are actively involved in teaching, scholarship, service, and grant leadership. Position Summary: The University Coach (Supervisor) is a faculty member of the LEBSE Department, but supervises Teacher Credential Candidates for the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential Programs. They are assigned Teacher Credential Candidates by the Office of Clinical Practice. Serving as a liaison between the University and the cooperating schools, they provide the schools and Mentor Teachers with information about the Teacher Credential Candidates and the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential Program. In turn, they communicate the cooperating schools’ suggestions and their needs to the University for improvement of the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential Program. PK-3 ECE University Coaches (Supervisors) should be credentialed, or hold a Master Teacher or higher-level Child Development Permit, or have equivalent expertise such as an advanced degree or other evidence of professional competence and expertise in the field of early childhood education. The University Coach (Supervisor) should also have recent professional experiences in early childhood settings where the curriculum aligns with California’s Preschool Learning Foundations and Curriculum Frameworks. For children in grades TK-3, these would be consistent with both the Preschool Learning Foundations and the state-adopted content standards that reflect the diversity of California’s student population, as appropriate to the instructional setting. Furthermore, the University Coach (Supervisor) should have current knowledge of supervision approaches such as cognitive coaching, adult learning theory, and current “content specific” pedagogy and instructional practices for PK-3 Settings. All University Coaches (Supervisors) will be evaluated by their Teacher Credential Candidate(s) and the Mentor Teacher at the end of the semester and will receive regular peer evaluations of their coaching from a faculty member. Evaluation results will be placed in their Faculty personnel Action File (PAF). Coach Responsibility : Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system-wide policies as directed per Academic Policy Manual 306 , paragraph 2. Individuals hired as coaches/university supervisors are expected to: Meet with Mentor Teachers for an orientation to go over course requirements and discuss expectations, roles, and co-teaching during the first two weeks of the semester or after student teaching begins. Note: Orientation can occur as a “triad” meeting; a triad meeting involves the Teacher Candidate, Mentor Teacher and University Coach (Supervisor). Make regular visits to the school site for the purpose of meeting with Teacher Candidates, Mentor Teachers, Administrators/designee, or visiting/observing Teacher Candidates. Visits include holding small group, individual, or virtual discussions to review pertinent information. University Coaches may enhance communication and contacts with teacher candidates (via phone, webinar, online community, etc.). Complete (in TK20) a minimum of six formal lesson observations using scripted field notes or an observation rubric based on the California Teacher Performance Expectations (TPEs) to provide formative, action-oriented feedback. At least four of the lesson observations must be in-person, face-to-face; the remaining two may be synchronous/asynchronous video observations. Has a debriefing meeting with the candidate after each observation to guide candidate’s reflection on the lesson and provide feedback. Be available and maintain communication with the Teacher Candidate and Mentor Teacher throughout the entire semester (as established by the University Calendar) to ensure that the candidate is progressing; provide feedback on growth areas. Review lesson plans and reflections, and provide continuous feedback to the Teacher Candidate throughout the semester. Use their experience and knowledge to assist (consult, collaborate) the Teacher Candidate in understanding and applying current teaching methods, related materials and resources. Use effective questioning and coaching strategies to help the Teacher Candidate become skillful in continuous self-assessment, self-reflection, and goal setting. Discuss and document “areas for improvement” at the first sign of need. Monitor progress and contact the Education Specialist Program Coordinator if the “areas for improvement” does not yield expected growth. Reviews the Credential Candidate or Concerns section of the Office of Clinical Practice Handbook to determine if a “Statement of Concern” is warranted. Support Candidates in basic needs and emotional and mental health areas (if concerns arise about a candidate’s well-being, the Coach is asked to please notify the Education Specialist Program Coordinator). Become familiar with resources available at the Fresno State Student Health and Counseling Center: https://www.fresnostate.edu/studentaffairs/health/index.html Evaluate the Teacher Candidate’s Site Visitation Project and/or Teaching Sample Project and schedule time to debrief results with the Teacher Candidate; provide remediation if necessary. Formally evaluate (Mid-Semester and Final-Semester Evaluation) the Teacher Candidate during a “triad” meeting at least twice per semester. A triad meeting involves the Teacher Candidate, Mentor Teacher, and University Coach (Supervisor). Assist the Teacher Candidate with meeting the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPE’s) and assign a CR/NC grade through PeopleSoft/MyFresnoState. Attend all mandatory program events, meetings, and professional developments; and obtain reliability as a rater; participates in FAST training, calibration, and scoring. Interact with Teacher Credential Candidates and Mentor Teachers with respect at all times. Submit all proper documentation digitally through TK20 (https://fresnostate.tk20.com/) Conditional Appointment Please be advised that an appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the “Order of Work,” or the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees. Appointees will be required to demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States (Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for Temporary Faculty positions). Compensation - Commensurate by qualifications and experience within salary range placement. The salary ranges are established by the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code = 2358 for Academic Year Lecturers). The salary range for Temporary Faculty with a Master's degree is $4,530.00 - $6,056.00 per a month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. Actual monthly salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per an academic term. Anticipated Semester The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the Department. Appointments from the pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The pool will remain in place for two academic terms; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must reapply. Fall 2024: August 19, 2024 - December 23, 2024; Spring 2025: January 15, 2025 - May 23, 2025 Required Qualifications: Education (from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent.) PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Coaches (Supervisors) must possess: A clear Multiple Subject teaching credential plus 24 ECE units or PK-3 credential. A Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field Individuals interested in coaching PK-3 credential candidates who are pursuing a Bilingual Authorization must also possess a Bilingual Authorization or BCLAD and be fluent in Spanish or Hmong. Experience : Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. A minimum of three years’ experience teaching in PK-3 settings. Application Procedures : A review of applications continues on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Review may begin as early May 1 st , 2024 for a Fall 2024 assignment. Deadline is August 12th, 2024 to be fully considered for Fall 2024 hiring. Projected deadline is October 31, 2024 to be fully considered for Spring 2025 hiring. Job Announcement for 2024-2025 Academic Year closing date is March 1, 2025. Complete an online application at https://careers.fresnostate.edu, search for the appropriate Job Announcement, Create an Applicant Profile, or Login if you have already have an Applicant Profile, and attach the following materials: Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified in teaching, Curriculum vitae, Names and contact information of at least three professional references a part of the online application. Do not submit or attach letters. If considered for hire, the committee will request current letters of recommendation. Statement on diversity: This statement provides the applicant’s unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice in their professional careers. The purpose of the diversity statement is to help the department identify candidates who have professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to engage in activities that could help Fresno State contribute to its mission in these areas, Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs. For inquiries contact Chris Cooper, Coordinator of the Office of Clinical Practice, at cooper05@mail.fresnostate.edu OR Dr. Imelda Basurto, Literacy, Early, Bilingual, & Special Education Department Chair, at ibasurto@mail.fresnostate.edu . The position advertised will remain open until filled . Interviews may follow. Qualified applicants not hired at this time will remain in this pool for future consideration. About the Campus California State University, Fresno, is a forward-looking and diverse institution located in California’s Central Valley, known for its agriculture, reasonable housing costs, cultural diversity, and proximity to Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada. The Fresno State campus sits in the midst of the San Joaquin Valley, a valley rich in the traditions and representation of Native American peoples and cultures. We are grateful to be in the traditional homelands of the Yokuts and Mono peoples, whose diverse tribal communities share stewardship over this land. The campus is ranked 36 th in the nation by Washington Monthly’s 2022 National University Rankings , and ranked 25 th in the nation in MONEY Magazines 50 Best Public Colleges . The campus is classified as an R2 “ Doctoral Universities - High research activities ” university per Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education . Fresno State’s Principles of Community These Principles were developed collaboratively by faculty, staff, and administrators. They exemplify what we aspire to be. Find out more about our Principles of Community here . We all play a role in fostering an inclusive work and learning environment of respect, kindness, collaboration, and accountability where every member of the student body, faculty, staff, and administration can thrive. Our Principles of Community reflect our core values of Discovery, Diversity, and Distinction as well as our deep commitment to our mission "to boldly educate and empower students for success." California State University, Fresno is an engaged University. We focus on broadening students' intellectual horizons, fostering lifelong learning skills, developing the leaders of tomorrow, promoting community involvement, and instilling an appreciation of world cultures. We nurture cultural competence by celebrating the rich diversity of the campus community and welcoming the participation of all. Members of the University community are expected to work effectively with faculty, staff and students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Our Students California State University, Fresno is committed to serving our students with a focus on inclusion. Fresno State has been recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI); and has been designated to the Community Engagement Classification by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Other Campus Information In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Fresno has made crime-reporting statistics available to applicants, students, and employees online at https://adminfinance.fresnostate.edu/clery/index.html . Print copies are available by request from the Campus Police Department. A background check (including criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily for this position. An offer of employment may be withdrawn or employment may be terminated based upon the results of the background investigation. The person holding this position is considered a "limited 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 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. California State University, Fresno is a tobacco-free, smoke-free, and vapor-free campus. For more information, please click http://fresnostate.edu/adminserv/smokefree/index.html California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions regarding COVID19 may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu . The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ . Out of State Employment Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person. Advertised: Apr 22 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Apr 23, 2024
Temporary Faculty Pool - University Coach (Supervisor) - PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential Program Department Overview The Literacy, Early, Bilingual, and Special Education Department (LEBSE) offers courses for the preparation and professional development and advancement of Pre-K-12 teachers. At the preliminary credential level, the department provides coursework and support for the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential Program, Multiple Subject and Single Subject Programs, and the Education Specialist Credential Program, which offers a combined program for both the Mild-to-Moderate and Extensive Support Needs Credentials. LEBSE also provides courses and supervision for the Bilingual Authorization Program. Additionally, the department currently houses four (4) graduate programs: Literacy, Early Education, Multilingual/Multicultural, and Special Education, and two advanced credentials: Reading Literacy and Leadership Specialist Credential and the Early Childhood Specialist Credential. The department prides itself in having faculty who are actively involved in teaching, scholarship, service, and grant leadership. Position Summary: The University Coach (Supervisor) is a faculty member of the LEBSE Department, but supervises Teacher Credential Candidates for the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential Programs. They are assigned Teacher Credential Candidates by the Office of Clinical Practice. Serving as a liaison between the University and the cooperating schools, they provide the schools and Mentor Teachers with information about the Teacher Credential Candidates and the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential Program. In turn, they communicate the cooperating schools’ suggestions and their needs to the University for improvement of the PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Credential Program. PK-3 ECE University Coaches (Supervisors) should be credentialed, or hold a Master Teacher or higher-level Child Development Permit, or have equivalent expertise such as an advanced degree or other evidence of professional competence and expertise in the field of early childhood education. The University Coach (Supervisor) should also have recent professional experiences in early childhood settings where the curriculum aligns with California’s Preschool Learning Foundations and Curriculum Frameworks. For children in grades TK-3, these would be consistent with both the Preschool Learning Foundations and the state-adopted content standards that reflect the diversity of California’s student population, as appropriate to the instructional setting. Furthermore, the University Coach (Supervisor) should have current knowledge of supervision approaches such as cognitive coaching, adult learning theory, and current “content specific” pedagogy and instructional practices for PK-3 Settings. All University Coaches (Supervisors) will be evaluated by their Teacher Credential Candidate(s) and the Mentor Teacher at the end of the semester and will receive regular peer evaluations of their coaching from a faculty member. Evaluation results will be placed in their Faculty personnel Action File (PAF). Coach Responsibility : Temporary faculty members are responsible for adherence to and implementation of university and system-wide policies as directed per Academic Policy Manual 306 , paragraph 2. Individuals hired as coaches/university supervisors are expected to: Meet with Mentor Teachers for an orientation to go over course requirements and discuss expectations, roles, and co-teaching during the first two weeks of the semester or after student teaching begins. Note: Orientation can occur as a “triad” meeting; a triad meeting involves the Teacher Candidate, Mentor Teacher and University Coach (Supervisor). Make regular visits to the school site for the purpose of meeting with Teacher Candidates, Mentor Teachers, Administrators/designee, or visiting/observing Teacher Candidates. Visits include holding small group, individual, or virtual discussions to review pertinent information. University Coaches may enhance communication and contacts with teacher candidates (via phone, webinar, online community, etc.). Complete (in TK20) a minimum of six formal lesson observations using scripted field notes or an observation rubric based on the California Teacher Performance Expectations (TPEs) to provide formative, action-oriented feedback. At least four of the lesson observations must be in-person, face-to-face; the remaining two may be synchronous/asynchronous video observations. Has a debriefing meeting with the candidate after each observation to guide candidate’s reflection on the lesson and provide feedback. Be available and maintain communication with the Teacher Candidate and Mentor Teacher throughout the entire semester (as established by the University Calendar) to ensure that the candidate is progressing; provide feedback on growth areas. Review lesson plans and reflections, and provide continuous feedback to the Teacher Candidate throughout the semester. Use their experience and knowledge to assist (consult, collaborate) the Teacher Candidate in understanding and applying current teaching methods, related materials and resources. Use effective questioning and coaching strategies to help the Teacher Candidate become skillful in continuous self-assessment, self-reflection, and goal setting. Discuss and document “areas for improvement” at the first sign of need. Monitor progress and contact the Education Specialist Program Coordinator if the “areas for improvement” does not yield expected growth. Reviews the Credential Candidate or Concerns section of the Office of Clinical Practice Handbook to determine if a “Statement of Concern” is warranted. Support Candidates in basic needs and emotional and mental health areas (if concerns arise about a candidate’s well-being, the Coach is asked to please notify the Education Specialist Program Coordinator). Become familiar with resources available at the Fresno State Student Health and Counseling Center: https://www.fresnostate.edu/studentaffairs/health/index.html Evaluate the Teacher Candidate’s Site Visitation Project and/or Teaching Sample Project and schedule time to debrief results with the Teacher Candidate; provide remediation if necessary. Formally evaluate (Mid-Semester and Final-Semester Evaluation) the Teacher Candidate during a “triad” meeting at least twice per semester. A triad meeting involves the Teacher Candidate, Mentor Teacher, and University Coach (Supervisor). Assist the Teacher Candidate with meeting the Teaching Performance Expectations (TPE’s) and assign a CR/NC grade through PeopleSoft/MyFresnoState. Attend all mandatory program events, meetings, and professional developments; and obtain reliability as a rater; participates in FAST training, calibration, and scoring. Interact with Teacher Credential Candidates and Mentor Teachers with respect at all times. Submit all proper documentation digitally through TK20 (https://fresnostate.tk20.com/) Conditional Appointment Please be advised that an appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and subject to order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and California Faculty Association. These provisions state the “Order of Work,” or the order in which available courses must be assigned to faculty, starting with tenure line faculty and ending with new lecturer appointees. Appointees will be required to demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States (Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for Temporary Faculty positions). Compensation - Commensurate by qualifications and experience within salary range placement. The salary ranges are established by the CSU Salary Schedule (Class Code = 2358 for Academic Year Lecturers). The salary range for Temporary Faculty with a Master's degree is $4,530.00 - $6,056.00 per a month when teaching full time (15 WTUs). Starting salaries are usually at or near the minimum of the range. Actual monthly salary will be adjusted based on the number of WTUs assigned per an academic term. Anticipated Semester The temporary faculty pool is continuously open, and positions are filled as needed, based on student enrollment and funding. This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. The number of positions varies from semester to semester, depending on the needs of the Department. Appointments from the pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The pool will remain in place for two academic terms; those interested in remaining in the pool beyond that time must reapply. Fall 2024: August 19, 2024 - December 23, 2024; Spring 2025: January 15, 2025 - May 23, 2025 Required Qualifications: Education (from an accredited institution or foreign equivalent.) PK-3 ECE Specialist Instruction Coaches (Supervisors) must possess: A clear Multiple Subject teaching credential plus 24 ECE units or PK-3 credential. A Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field Individuals interested in coaching PK-3 credential candidates who are pursuing a Bilingual Authorization must also possess a Bilingual Authorization or BCLAD and be fluent in Spanish or Hmong. Experience : Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. A minimum of three years’ experience teaching in PK-3 settings. Application Procedures : A review of applications continues on a rolling basis as teaching positions open. Review may begin as early May 1 st , 2024 for a Fall 2024 assignment. Deadline is August 12th, 2024 to be fully considered for Fall 2024 hiring. Projected deadline is October 31, 2024 to be fully considered for Spring 2025 hiring. Job Announcement for 2024-2025 Academic Year closing date is March 1, 2025. Complete an online application at https://careers.fresnostate.edu, search for the appropriate Job Announcement, Create an Applicant Profile, or Login if you have already have an Applicant Profile, and attach the following materials: Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience, and list of courses you are interested and qualified in teaching, Curriculum vitae, Names and contact information of at least three professional references a part of the online application. Do not submit or attach letters. If considered for hire, the committee will request current letters of recommendation. Statement on diversity: This statement provides the applicant’s unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting diversity, inclusion, and social justice in their professional careers. The purpose of the diversity statement is to help the department identify candidates who have professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to engage in activities that could help Fresno State contribute to its mission in these areas, Copies of unofficial transcripts from all relevant educational programs. For inquiries contact Chris Cooper, Coordinator of the Office of Clinical Practice, at cooper05@mail.fresnostate.edu OR Dr. Imelda Basurto, Literacy, Early, Bilingual, & Special Education Department Chair, at ibasurto@mail.fresnostate.edu . The position advertised will remain open until filled . Interviews may follow. Qualified applicants not hired at this time will remain in this pool for future consideration. About the Campus California State University, Fresno, is a forward-looking and diverse institution located in California’s Central Valley, known for its agriculture, reasonable housing costs, cultural diversity, and proximity to Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada. The Fresno State campus sits in the midst of the San Joaquin Valley, a valley rich in the traditions and representation of Native American peoples and cultures. We are grateful to be in the traditional homelands of the Yokuts and Mono peoples, whose diverse tribal communities share stewardship over this land. The campus is ranked 36 th in the nation by Washington Monthly’s 2022 National University Rankings , and ranked 25 th in the nation in MONEY Magazines 50 Best Public Colleges . The campus is classified as an R2 “ Doctoral Universities - High research activities ” university per Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education . Fresno State’s Principles of Community These Principles were developed collaboratively by faculty, staff, and administrators. They exemplify what we aspire to be. Find out more about our Principles of Community here . We all play a role in fostering an inclusive work and learning environment of respect, kindness, collaboration, and accountability where every member of the student body, faculty, staff, and administration can thrive. Our Principles of Community reflect our core values of Discovery, Diversity, and Distinction as well as our deep commitment to our mission "to boldly educate and empower students for success." California State University, Fresno is an engaged University. We focus on broadening students' intellectual horizons, fostering lifelong learning skills, developing the leaders of tomorrow, promoting community involvement, and instilling an appreciation of world cultures. We nurture cultural competence by celebrating the rich diversity of the campus community and welcoming the participation of all. Members of the University community are expected to work effectively with faculty, staff and students from diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Our Students California State University, Fresno is committed to serving our students with a focus on inclusion. Fresno State has been recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI); and has been designated to the Community Engagement Classification by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Other Campus Information In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, California State University, Fresno has made crime-reporting statistics available to applicants, students, and employees online at https://adminfinance.fresnostate.edu/clery/index.html . Print copies are available by request from the Campus Police Department. A background check (including criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily for this position. An offer of employment may be withdrawn or employment may be terminated based upon the results of the background investigation. The person holding this position is considered a "limited 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 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. California State University, Fresno is a tobacco-free, smoke-free, and vapor-free campus. For more information, please click http://fresnostate.edu/adminserv/smokefree/index.html California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions regarding COVID19 may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu . The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ . Out of State Employment Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person. Advertised: Apr 22 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time: