First 5 Program Coordinator (20550520)

Description

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of First 5 Program Coordinator. Under general supervision, perform program-specific coordination, planning, development, implementation, and/or evaluation of programs that target children 0-5 their families and community partners and providers that serve them; provide technical support and training to families, community partners, providers and key stakeholders related to program implementation; maintenance and filing of required documents; develop program policies and procedures necessary to coordinate and accomplish program objectives; build and foster community collaborations; provide direct educational services; perform related work as assigned.

*Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply*

To qualify for a bilingual position, must be State certified or pass a County qualifying language test in the relevant language at the option of the County.

About the First 5 Commission:

A seven-member commission oversees the work of First 5 in Yuba County, which supports the health, development and well-being of our youngest children through their first five years. First 5 Yuba’s strategic goals and results are organized around three broad areas: Health, Early Education and Family Support. First 5 Yuba’s overarching goal is for all children in Yuba County to enter kindergarten ready to learn, in that they are healthy, participate in quality early care and education, and their families have the resources to help them be fully prepared for school.

Example of Duties:

• Plan and coordinate needs assessment to determine local needs of various target groups; research and evaluate available resources; and develop programs accordingly to meet identified needs.
• Provide long term, short term project management, such as during initial program development as well as during program implementation stages.
• Research and analyze programs, policies, procedures, organizational structures, existing and proposed legislation and related issues; and formulate recommendations.
• Oversee the development of data collection instruments, data collector training, sampling plans, data collection methodology, data analysis, report writing, and preparation of dissemination tools used to present results to the community.
• Design and conduct formal evaluation studies to assess program effectiveness; analyzes, interprets and presents results and recommendations to funded partners

Job Description URL:

https://cms7files.revize.com/yubaca/Yuba%20County/Human%20Resources%20and%20Orga...

Job PDF:

First 5 Program Coordinator Job Flyer OCT 2024.pdf

Ideal Candidate

This individual will act as an advocate for children and families and have a passion for helping the community. The ideal candidate will show the initiative, ownership and dedication needed to implement a new program. Candidates must have knowledge of early childhood education best practices, child health and development and understand basic public health and child abuse prevention frameworks.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in social work, early child education, psychology, public health, health sciences life sciences, physical sciences, or in a management field such as public administration or business administration, and some experience in program planning, coordination and implementation.
Candidates with strong experience who lack the degree and can demonstrate they possess the required knowledge, skills and abilities are encouraged to apply. Relevant experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

PREFERRED: In addition to the minimum, a Master’s degree from an accredited institution with major course work social work, early child education, psychology, public health, health sciences or life sciences, physical sciences, or in a management field such as public administration or business administration or a minimum of two additional years of experience in program planning, implementation and evaluation related to children ages 0 to 5.

Licenses & Certification: The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment.

Special Requirements: Attend meetings and/or events outside of normal working hours. Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation, which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. DMV printout prior to hire. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Benefits

MERIT INCREASE: Typically 5% each year for the first 7 years. To access the County salary schedule, please click on this link.

RETIREMENT MISCELLANEOUS:

Classic: 2% @ 55

New: 2% @ 62

For more information about CalPERS Pension, please visit CalPERS Retirement.

SOCIAL SECURITY: Yuba County does not participate in the Social Security Program

MEDICARE: Yuba County does participate in the Medicare Program.

STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE: SDIprovides benefits to employees who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness or injury. Paid Family Leave (PFL) automatically covers persons covered by SDI.

MEDICAL: Yuba County offers several medical plan options (HMO and PPO plans available based on eligibility) through CalPERS. To reference the current Rate Sheet, please visit Health Insurance and see General Resources.

DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: The County pays 100% of the Basic plan premiums for employee or 80% for employee and eligible dependent(s). Requires participation in Health Insurance benefits.

*Health Waiver Opt-out of $250/monthly available with proof of other Non-Covered CA, employer sponsored health care coverage.

LIFE INSURANCE: County provides $50,000 in life insurance coverage. Employees may purchase additional coverage for themselves and dependents.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: County paid confidential counseling program for up to 5 visits per incident per eligible family member.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: One Voluntary Deferred Compensation plan is available.

UNION AFFILIATION: Yuba County Employee Association (YCEA). To learn more visit Labor Relations.

F or Leave Accrual Rates and Specialty Pays for classifications within the Yuba County Employees Association Bargaining Unit, please reference this Yuba County Employee's Association (YCEA) Benefits Summary .

Special Instructions

Final Filing Deadline: Monday, October 21, 2024 @ 5PM

APPLICATION SCREENING:

An official Yuba County employment application must be submitted by the final filing deadline. Applications must include supplemental questionnaire, copies of valid license(s), certificate(s) and college transcripts and/or diploma. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from further consideration.

TO APPLY:

ONLINE APPLICATION: Applications may be submitted online through CalOpps. Click on the Apply for Job button above to complete the Yuba County employment application and Supplemental Questionnaire.

OR

HARD COPY APPLICATION: You may access a hard copy of the Yuba County employment application and Supplemental Questionnaire, by visiting our website at http://www.yuba.org. Our applications are available in a Microsoft Word format or fillable PDF, or you may pick up these materials in our office located 915 8th Street, Suite 113, Marysville, CA 95901. Hard copies of applications can be submitted to our office in person, by U.S. Mail or by fax at 530-749-7864. Applications must be received by the final filing deadline; postmarks or applications received after the final filing deadline will not be accepted.

All applicants will be given written notice regarding the status of their application and selection procedures. The County prefers to communicate via email, if provided, to expedite communication. It is also recommended that applicants review their SPAM mail daily so as not miss any important communication from the County. Communications are sent from two mail servers: Yuba@CalOpps.org and @co.yuba.ca.us.

Applicants are responsible for notifying the County of any changes to their contact information, including but not limited to e-mail addresses, mailing addresses, primary and secondary telephone numbers.

(Note: All diplomas or degrees must be from an accredited college or university. To obtain information regarding accreditation, refer to the US Department of Education Office of Post Secondary Education at: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx )

Applicants must provide the following documents with their application by the filing deadline:

• Completed Yuba County Employment Application (Online or Hard Copy)
• Supplemental Questionnaire
• Any Diplomas and Unofficial Transcripts
• Copies of Related Certifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The minimum and preferred requirements are listed above. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.

RECRUITMENT SELECTION PROCESSES:

The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:

• Supplemental Questionnaire
• One-Way Video Interviews
• Qualifications Appraisal Panels
• Department Interviews

(Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 8 - 10 weeks for successful candidates).

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE:

A completed supplemental questionnaire is an essential part of the examination process for this position. The responses will be reviewed for sufficient detail and will be rated according to pre-determined guidelines. Please include 1) Places of employment; 2) pertinent dates; 3) duties performed, etc. when responding to the questions. If a job includes responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Any experience and/or training listed MUST be identified on your application. Resumes, letters and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the supplemental questionnaire.

ONE-WAY VIDEO INTERVIEW:

One-way interviews may be used as an extension of the application process, as a secondary method of screening large applicant pools or as an oral examination. A panel may be comprised of one individual, typically the hiring authority, or a small group of subject matter experts. Oral examinations can be used to assist in the establishment of an employment list or as part of the hiring decision. The goal of a one-way interview is to simulate an actual in-person interview environment. If one-way video interviewing is utilized in the recruitment process, applicants are provided detailed information including instructions, interview practice options and 24-hour direct support from the County's vendor, Spark Hire.

QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL PANEL:

This is an oral examination process. Applicants who successfully completed the screening processes and meet the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a qualifications appraisal panel. The process consists of three or four panel members along with a subject matter expert who will ask individuals questions related to the essential functions and/or attributes required for the position.

TESTING ACCOMMODATION:

If special accommodation is required at any stage of the selection process, complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation in Employment Examination Process Form and provide the required documentation by the final filing deadline. The form can be obtained at Reasonable Accommodation Form or by contacting Human Resources at 530-749-7860.

WAIVER OF SELECTION PROCEDURES:

When selection procedures have been publicly announced and the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications for the position is five or less, the Human Resources Director may, at her/his discretion; a) Waive the competition entirely and submit the names of the applicants meeting the minimum qualifications to the appointing department, b) Revise the conditions of competition to a more practical basis under the circumstances.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY LIST:

An employment eligibility list is established for those applicants who successfully pass all phases of the examination process. This list will be held for a minimum of six (6) months from the date the list is certified. For each vacancy the top five (5) ranks on the list will be certified to the department for final selection, which will include a departmental interview.

DEPARTMENT INTERVIEW:

The First 5 Office will notify the applicant of the date and time of his/her interview. The applicant will be asked a series of questions about his/herself and his/her related experience, education and training that exhibit the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to the job. The applicant may also be asked questions about hypothetical situations to test his/her ability to make decisions and use sound judgment and common sense.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone:

(530)749-5637

Contact email:

njanda@co.yuba.ca.us

Closing Date/Time: 10/21/2024 at 5pm

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