Monterey County Human Resources
Salinas, California, United States
Position Description FINAL FILING DATE: July 31, 2020 EXAM: 20/30N81/06CH THE POSITION The Monterey County Agricultural Commissioner's Office is recruiting for a Chief Deputy Agricultural Commissioner. As an integral part of the departmental management team, incumbents in this position are responsible for planning, implementing, coordinating, directing and administering comprehensive agricultural inspection and weights and measures inspection and enforcement programs. Other responsibilities for this position include developing, recommending and implementing policies and procedures; supervising inspection and enforcement personnel, and acting on behalf of the Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer and Assistant Commissioner/Sealer in their absence. Examples of Duties The duties listed below are illustrative only and are not meant to be an exhaustive listing of all the duties and responsibilities for this position. SIGNIFICANT DUTIES Plans, directs, coordinates, monitors and evaluates countywide agricultural inspection and enforcement programs and staffing in areas such as: Fruit, Vegetable and Egg Quality Control, Plant Quarantine and Pest Detection, Nursery and Seed Inspection, Pesticide Use Enforcement, Insect and Disease Pest Management, Weed and Vertebrate Management, Apiary Regulation, and Agricultural Education and Promotion. Plans, directs, coordinates, monitors and evaluates countywide weights and measures inspection and enforcement programs and staffing. Establishes division objectives and standards; monitors program regulatory compliance and effectiveness; formulates policies and procedures to ensure integrity of law and regulation enforcement in one or more major program or branch office; resolves complex inspection issues. Directs and advises Deputy Agricultural Commissioners on personnel, equipment and assigned programs to maximize efficiency and effectiveness. Manages and supervises subordinate staff, including selection, assignment, evaluation and review, discipline and staff training and development. Participates in administrative hearings. May act as prosecutor/hearing officer for other counties. Works with District Attorney's office on complex enforcement issues. Acts on behalf of the Agricultural Commissioner as directed; serves as liaison and represents Agricultural Commissioner with public bodies, external agencies, committees, civic groups, industry and business groups, and professional organizations; provides operational information and coordinates enforcement activities with federal, state, and other local agencies. Develops, coordinates and directs agricultural educational, promotional and service events, projects and programs; prepares and conducts in-service and public education training programs. Prepares and/or monitors board reports, contractual agreements and memoranda of understanding; prepares oral and written program reviews, technical data reports, and correspondence. Develops, implements and monitors state work plans. Visit the Monterey County Website to view the complete job description: https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/class-specifications Examples of Experience/Education/Training THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating their knowledge of: Federal, state and county laws, regulations, policies and agreements pertaining to the function of the office of the County Agricultural Commissioner. Principles and practices of agricultural and/or weights and measures inspection and enforcement pertaining to all areas of same within the jurisdiction of the County Agricultural Commissioner. Principles and practices of personnel management and training, including supervision, equal employment opportunity, disciplinary measures, recruitment and selection processes, and safety. Principles and practices of program, project development, planning and management. Principles and practices of record management. Principles and practices of administrative organization, county organization and operations. Personal computer usage including the following software: Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Restricted Material Permit Program, as well as internet research methods. The successful candidate will also have the ability to: Interpret and apply federal, state and local laws, regulations, ordinances, agreements, contracts and policies. Speak publicly, in front of both large and small groups (public, industry representatives, governing agencies and professional groups). Plan, coordinate and direct programs, operations and staff of divisions within the Agricultural Commissioner's office. Identify, analyze, develop, manage, resolve and/or make recommendations regarding resolution and/or development of difficult, complex and/or controversial departmental or industry related issues or problems, policies or procedures. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work, e.g. staff, industry representatives and officials, and the general public. Apply basic computer skills and common office programs. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT As a condition of employment, the incumbent will be required to: possess a valid California Deputy County Agricultural Commissioner License issued by the State of California, Department of Food and Agriculture; pass a pre-employment physical examination; and possess a valid California Driver's License. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS Perform tasks requiring sitting and/or working at a computer terminal for approximately 7 hours per day; stand in one position without significant movement for 1 hour per day; walk approximately 2 hours per day; personally lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.; see, hear and speak well enough to function in a typical office environment; possess physical dexterity to function in a typical office environment; perform tasks outdoors or work on uneven ground of floor surfaces; use safety equipment; drive a personal or County vehicle to transport self, others and equipment; may come in contact with plant, animal or food material or waste. Additional Information WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package (X Unit) Health Insurance: Flexible Benefit Plan Public Employees Retirement Plan Life Insurance: $50,000 Term Life 23 days Paid Annual Leave 10 Paid Holidays and one floating holiday per calendar year Professional Leave: 10 days per year, non-accruable Professional Development Stipend: $400 per calendar year Educational Stipend: 2% of the hourly base wage subject to eligibility Management Physical Exam Long-Term Disability Plan Deferred Compensation Plan To view the "X" Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website at: https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet The summary listed is a general summary of benefits for this position. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES Submit the following required application materials: The Monterey County Employment Application Form Response to the Supplemental Questions Copy of Valid California Deputy County Agricultural Commissioner License Applications may be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Agricultural Commissioner's Office 1428 Abbott Street Salinas, CA 93901 Phone: (831) 759-7321 OR Apply on-line at: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel/ All application materials must be received by the final filling date : July 31, 2020 . Applications received after this date will not be considered. Applicants who fail to provide all required materials will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, or other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Failure to provide a complete response, leave a response blank, or responding "see resume" will eliminate you from further consideration. Your detailed response to the supplemental questions is an integral part of the selection process. The required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants who are determined to be the most highly qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, this process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exam, and/or written examination.The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The eligible list generated from this examination may be used to fill part-time or full-time temporary and regular current and future vacancies. If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call Human Resources at (831) 759-7321. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States. For more information or to receive application materials, contact the Agricultural Commissioner's Office Human Resources Division at (831) 759-7321. Closing Date/Time: 7/31/2020 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Description FINAL FILING DATE: July 31, 2020 EXAM: 20/30N81/06CH THE POSITION The Monterey County Agricultural Commissioner's Office is recruiting for a Chief Deputy Agricultural Commissioner. As an integral part of the departmental management team, incumbents in this position are responsible for planning, implementing, coordinating, directing and administering comprehensive agricultural inspection and weights and measures inspection and enforcement programs. Other responsibilities for this position include developing, recommending and implementing policies and procedures; supervising inspection and enforcement personnel, and acting on behalf of the Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer and Assistant Commissioner/Sealer in their absence. Examples of Duties The duties listed below are illustrative only and are not meant to be an exhaustive listing of all the duties and responsibilities for this position. SIGNIFICANT DUTIES Plans, directs, coordinates, monitors and evaluates countywide agricultural inspection and enforcement programs and staffing in areas such as: Fruit, Vegetable and Egg Quality Control, Plant Quarantine and Pest Detection, Nursery and Seed Inspection, Pesticide Use Enforcement, Insect and Disease Pest Management, Weed and Vertebrate Management, Apiary Regulation, and Agricultural Education and Promotion. Plans, directs, coordinates, monitors and evaluates countywide weights and measures inspection and enforcement programs and staffing. Establishes division objectives and standards; monitors program regulatory compliance and effectiveness; formulates policies and procedures to ensure integrity of law and regulation enforcement in one or more major program or branch office; resolves complex inspection issues. Directs and advises Deputy Agricultural Commissioners on personnel, equipment and assigned programs to maximize efficiency and effectiveness. Manages and supervises subordinate staff, including selection, assignment, evaluation and review, discipline and staff training and development. Participates in administrative hearings. May act as prosecutor/hearing officer for other counties. Works with District Attorney's office on complex enforcement issues. Acts on behalf of the Agricultural Commissioner as directed; serves as liaison and represents Agricultural Commissioner with public bodies, external agencies, committees, civic groups, industry and business groups, and professional organizations; provides operational information and coordinates enforcement activities with federal, state, and other local agencies. Develops, coordinates and directs agricultural educational, promotional and service events, projects and programs; prepares and conducts in-service and public education training programs. Prepares and/or monitors board reports, contractual agreements and memoranda of understanding; prepares oral and written program reviews, technical data reports, and correspondence. Develops, implements and monitors state work plans. Visit the Monterey County Website to view the complete job description: https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/class-specifications Examples of Experience/Education/Training THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating their knowledge of: Federal, state and county laws, regulations, policies and agreements pertaining to the function of the office of the County Agricultural Commissioner. Principles and practices of agricultural and/or weights and measures inspection and enforcement pertaining to all areas of same within the jurisdiction of the County Agricultural Commissioner. Principles and practices of personnel management and training, including supervision, equal employment opportunity, disciplinary measures, recruitment and selection processes, and safety. Principles and practices of program, project development, planning and management. Principles and practices of record management. Principles and practices of administrative organization, county organization and operations. Personal computer usage including the following software: Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Restricted Material Permit Program, as well as internet research methods. The successful candidate will also have the ability to: Interpret and apply federal, state and local laws, regulations, ordinances, agreements, contracts and policies. Speak publicly, in front of both large and small groups (public, industry representatives, governing agencies and professional groups). Plan, coordinate and direct programs, operations and staff of divisions within the Agricultural Commissioner's office. Identify, analyze, develop, manage, resolve and/or make recommendations regarding resolution and/or development of difficult, complex and/or controversial departmental or industry related issues or problems, policies or procedures. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work, e.g. staff, industry representatives and officials, and the general public. Apply basic computer skills and common office programs. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT As a condition of employment, the incumbent will be required to: possess a valid California Deputy County Agricultural Commissioner License issued by the State of California, Department of Food and Agriculture; pass a pre-employment physical examination; and possess a valid California Driver's License. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS Perform tasks requiring sitting and/or working at a computer terminal for approximately 7 hours per day; stand in one position without significant movement for 1 hour per day; walk approximately 2 hours per day; personally lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.; see, hear and speak well enough to function in a typical office environment; possess physical dexterity to function in a typical office environment; perform tasks outdoors or work on uneven ground of floor surfaces; use safety equipment; drive a personal or County vehicle to transport self, others and equipment; may come in contact with plant, animal or food material or waste. Additional Information WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package (X Unit) Health Insurance: Flexible Benefit Plan Public Employees Retirement Plan Life Insurance: $50,000 Term Life 23 days Paid Annual Leave 10 Paid Holidays and one floating holiday per calendar year Professional Leave: 10 days per year, non-accruable Professional Development Stipend: $400 per calendar year Educational Stipend: 2% of the hourly base wage subject to eligibility Management Physical Exam Long-Term Disability Plan Deferred Compensation Plan To view the "X" Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website at: https://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet The summary listed is a general summary of benefits for this position. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES Submit the following required application materials: The Monterey County Employment Application Form Response to the Supplemental Questions Copy of Valid California Deputy County Agricultural Commissioner License Applications may be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Agricultural Commissioner's Office 1428 Abbott Street Salinas, CA 93901 Phone: (831) 759-7321 OR Apply on-line at: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel/ All application materials must be received by the final filling date : July 31, 2020 . Applications received after this date will not be considered. Applicants who fail to provide all required materials will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, or other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Failure to provide a complete response, leave a response blank, or responding "see resume" will eliminate you from further consideration. Your detailed response to the supplemental questions is an integral part of the selection process. The required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants who are determined to be the most highly qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, this process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exam, and/or written examination.The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The eligible list generated from this examination may be used to fill part-time or full-time temporary and regular current and future vacancies. If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call Human Resources at (831) 759-7321. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States. For more information or to receive application materials, contact the Agricultural Commissioner's Office Human Resources Division at (831) 759-7321. Closing Date/Time: 7/31/2020 11:59 PM Pacific
Alameda County
Oakland, California, United States
Introduction THIS IS A NEWCONTINUOUSEXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. This examination may be reopened as necessary and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications and supplemental questionnaires will only be accepted on-line. This is a continuous filing exam with filing deadlines on thefirst Friday of each month. The next filing deadlines are on the following dates at 5:00 PM: • September 4, 2020 • October 2, 2020 • November 6, 2020 • December 4, 2020 WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND MILITARY VETERANS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY Veterans who pass the examination process and provide a DD214 that meets the County's criteria will receive additional points added to their final overall score. ***If you have previously applied or started an application for the Deputy Sheriff II (Lateral),Examination #20-8604-01, to reapply for this recruitment, please contact the examination analyst, Elaine Lemi, at elaine.lemi@acgov.org to have your previous application released back to you.*** Please read the announcement in its entirety for important dates and information. DESCRIPTION ABOUT THE ALAMEDA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE The Alameda County Sheriff's Office is a full service law enforcement agency accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) for its law enforcement services, its Regional Training Center, and its Dispatch Unit; the American Correctional Association (ACA) for its Detentions and Corrections Division; the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors Laboratory Accreditation Board for its Crime Lab; the Bomb Squad Commanders Advisory Board for its Explosive Ordinance Unit. Additionally, the agency's health care provider, Well Path, has experience working with the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC). The Sheriff's Office has a currentbudget of approximately $444 million and has over 1600 authorized positions, including in excess of 1000 sworn personnel. The agency's Chief Executive Officer is Sheriff / Coroner Gregory J. Ahern, who is assisted in the operation of the agency by Undersheriff Richard T. Lucia, Assistant Sheriff's Casey Nice and Tom Madigan. The Sheriff of Alameda County is responsible for a vast array of tasks and duties, including the following: Providing security to the Consolidated Superior Courts Operating the Coroner's Bureau Operating a full service criminalistics laboratory Performing Civil Process Operating a County Jail (Santa Rita) Operating the County Office of Emergency Services Providing patrol and investigative services to the unincorporated areas of Alameda County Pursuant to contractual agreements, providing patrol and investigative services to the City of Dublin, Peralta Community College District, Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum complex, Oakland International Airport, Highland County Hospital, Social Services, and to the Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District Conducting a basic academy pursuant to Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements. [ Sheriff's Academy Web Site ] Providing Fish and Game enforcement Project Director of the Narcotics Task Force Serving as the Executive Director of the Sexual Assault Felony Enforcement (SAFE) Task Force Operating a Marine Patrol Unit in the San Francisco Bay waters. For more detailed information about the agency, visit: Alameda County Sheriff's Office THE POSITION Deputy Sheriffs, under general supervision at the higher level (Deputy Sheriff II), and close supervision at the lower level (Deputy Sheriff I), supervise the work and conduct of inmates in a county correctional institution; patrol an area and enforce law and order; receive and serve civil process; maintain order in courts; assist with special investigations; investigates circumstances surrounding death in cases referred to Coroner; under direction, coordinate emergency services programs and volunteer activities; and do related work as required. For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: Deputy Sheriff II (#8604) . MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I Experience: The equivalent of eighteen months of experience as a Deputy Sheriff I in the Alameda County classified Service (non-classified includes District Attorney's Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts) and successful completion of a certified P.O.S.T. approved basic academy. Or II (1) A minimum of 36 months full-time experience as a Peace Officer in a California law enforcement agency (municipality, Sheriff, Highway Patrol) with a separation date within 12 months of application date. (2) Successful completion of a certified P.O.S.T. approved basic academy; (3) Attainment of a P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement certificate. And License: Valid California State Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Age: Must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment. Citizenship: If not a citizen of the United States, must have filed for citizenship at least one year before applying for Deputy Sheriff. Special Requirement: Federal law and County policy requires that certain positions in the class of Deputy Sheriff I/II which require a commercial driver's license and the performance of duties defined as "safety sensitive" are subject to post-offer/pre-placement/pre-duty, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and alcohol testing. A thorough background investigation will be made of all prospective Deputy Sheriffs. A record of any felony conviction will result in disqualification. Physical Requirement: Hearing must be normal in each ear. Using both eyes, must have far vision of at least 20/100 without glasses, correctable to 20/20 with glasses. Must be free from color blindness and permanent abnormality in either eye. These standards are confined to far vision and color vision. There are additional standards which may apply to other possible specific visual deficiencies. Applicants must be in excellent physical condition with above average strength, endurance and agility, and must meet Commission approved safety member physical standards. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Ability to: • Read, understand, interpret and apply department policies, rules, laws, and ordinances pertaining to law enforcement work • Write clear, concise comprehensive reports • Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, and events • Establish and maintain effective working relations with others • Exert physical force in the apprehension of suspects and in the saving of lives and property • Use good judgment in emergency or critical situations • Identify and address issues, problems, and opportunities • Interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions • Work effectively even when under stress or experiencing conflict • Communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing • Perform routine clerical and record keeping duties • Quickly learn and apply the rules, procedures, laws and regulations relevant to the work EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: 1) A review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaire to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A Physical Abilities Test (Qualifying only). Candidates passing this test will move on to the next step in the examination process. 3) An Oral Examination which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. 4) A thorough Background Investigation and Psychological Examination will be made of all prospective Deputy Sheriffs. A record of any felony conviction will result in disqualification. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. For more information on the Civil Service Selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via e-mail with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: Friday, August 7, 2020 at 5:00 PM Review of Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires for Minimum Qualification: Tuesday, August 11, 2020 PRACTICE Physical Abilities Test (PAT) *Saturday, August 1, 2020 Physical Abilities Test (PAT) Saturday, August 22, 2020 Oral Exam September 1 - 4, 2020 July8, 2020 -August 7, 2020: We will accept applications during thisperiod . All applications must be completed according to the instructions. Incomplete applications, and resumes in lieu of properly completed applications, will not be considered. Applications and supplemental questionnaires will only be accepted electronically,via the County's online application system by 5pm on the deadline for filing. Please note thatcompletingan application template is not the same as submitting an application for this position. To apply for the position, select the "Click Here to Apply" link on the announcement. This is a new continuous examination. This examination may be reopened as necessary and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to the examination score. Saturday, August 1, 2020: *Practice PhysicalAbilities Test. Although not a test component or part of the selection plan, a practice PAT will be held at the Regional Training Center track located at 6289 Madigan Road in Dublin, CA. Sheriff's Office staff will be available to provide assistance and guidance to candidates on all aspects of the PAT. Candidates who choose to participate in the practice should wear athletic clothing and arrive at the bleachers any timebetween the hours of 8am - 5pm. Participation in the practice PAT does not guarantee continued participation in the exam process. Guidance and assistance is not provided on the day of the actual PAT. Saturday, August 22, 2020:PhysicalAbilities Test (Qualifying only) to assess candidates' abilities to perform the physical aspects of law enforcement work. Those passing the PAT will be scheduled for the Oral Board Interview. Week of August 31, 2020:Oral Board Interviews (weighted as 100% of the candidate's score) will consist of an evaluation conducted by an interview panel (the oral exam may include situational exercises). Veterans' Preference Each applicant entitled to veterans' preference as provided in the Alameda County Civil Service Rules who has served in the armed forces of the United States during a war or campaign as defined by Section 1897 of the Government Code of the State of California and who has been discharged or released under honorable conditions and wishes to claim such preference shall do so by presenting proof of his/her honorable discharge (DD214) from the armed forces of the United States, showing the dates of his/her military service. Each applicant entitled to Disabled Veterans' points as provided in the Alameda County Civil Service Rules, who wishes to claim such preference shall additionally present proof of military-connected disability from the United States Veterans Administration. U.S. military veterans (including applicants already employed by the County of Alameda) intending to claim preferential consideration pursuant to Alameda County Civil Service Rules must present proof of honorable discharge or release (DD Form 214) concurrent with this application but in no event later than the final step in the recruitment process (usually the oral interview.) To claim veteran's preference, proof must be presented during check in on the date of the applicant's scheduled oral interview. Failure to submit proof by this date will forfeit the applicant's claim to veterans' preference in such examination. Candidates will be required to presenta valid photoI.D. for admittance to each phase of the examination, i.e., driver's license, military I.D., Passport, or California Department of Motor Vehicle's I.D. card. *WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN* Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statues. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) 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 11 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 All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, @acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page and clicking on the link 'last notice sent' for the respective recruitment. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box Noreply@jobaps.com are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Elaine Lemi | Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6434 | elaine.lemi@acgov.org Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2020 5:00:00 PM
Introduction THIS IS A NEWCONTINUOUSEXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year, but can be extended. This examination may be reopened as necessary and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. Supplemental Questionnaire: A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications and supplemental questionnaires will only be accepted on-line. This is a continuous filing exam with filing deadlines on thefirst Friday of each month. The next filing deadlines are on the following dates at 5:00 PM: • September 4, 2020 • October 2, 2020 • November 6, 2020 • December 4, 2020 WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND MILITARY VETERANS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY Veterans who pass the examination process and provide a DD214 that meets the County's criteria will receive additional points added to their final overall score. ***If you have previously applied or started an application for the Deputy Sheriff II (Lateral),Examination #20-8604-01, to reapply for this recruitment, please contact the examination analyst, Elaine Lemi, at elaine.lemi@acgov.org to have your previous application released back to you.*** Please read the announcement in its entirety for important dates and information. DESCRIPTION ABOUT THE ALAMEDA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE The Alameda County Sheriff's Office is a full service law enforcement agency accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) for its law enforcement services, its Regional Training Center, and its Dispatch Unit; the American Correctional Association (ACA) for its Detentions and Corrections Division; the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors Laboratory Accreditation Board for its Crime Lab; the Bomb Squad Commanders Advisory Board for its Explosive Ordinance Unit. Additionally, the agency's health care provider, Well Path, has experience working with the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC). The Sheriff's Office has a currentbudget of approximately $444 million and has over 1600 authorized positions, including in excess of 1000 sworn personnel. The agency's Chief Executive Officer is Sheriff / Coroner Gregory J. Ahern, who is assisted in the operation of the agency by Undersheriff Richard T. Lucia, Assistant Sheriff's Casey Nice and Tom Madigan. The Sheriff of Alameda County is responsible for a vast array of tasks and duties, including the following: Providing security to the Consolidated Superior Courts Operating the Coroner's Bureau Operating a full service criminalistics laboratory Performing Civil Process Operating a County Jail (Santa Rita) Operating the County Office of Emergency Services Providing patrol and investigative services to the unincorporated areas of Alameda County Pursuant to contractual agreements, providing patrol and investigative services to the City of Dublin, Peralta Community College District, Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum complex, Oakland International Airport, Highland County Hospital, Social Services, and to the Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District Conducting a basic academy pursuant to Police Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) requirements. [ Sheriff's Academy Web Site ] Providing Fish and Game enforcement Project Director of the Narcotics Task Force Serving as the Executive Director of the Sexual Assault Felony Enforcement (SAFE) Task Force Operating a Marine Patrol Unit in the San Francisco Bay waters. For more detailed information about the agency, visit: Alameda County Sheriff's Office THE POSITION Deputy Sheriffs, under general supervision at the higher level (Deputy Sheriff II), and close supervision at the lower level (Deputy Sheriff I), supervise the work and conduct of inmates in a county correctional institution; patrol an area and enforce law and order; receive and serve civil process; maintain order in courts; assist with special investigations; investigates circumstances surrounding death in cases referred to Coroner; under direction, coordinate emergency services programs and volunteer activities; and do related work as required. For more detailed information about the job classification, visit: Deputy Sheriff II (#8604) . MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I Experience: The equivalent of eighteen months of experience as a Deputy Sheriff I in the Alameda County classified Service (non-classified includes District Attorney's Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts) and successful completion of a certified P.O.S.T. approved basic academy. Or II (1) A minimum of 36 months full-time experience as a Peace Officer in a California law enforcement agency (municipality, Sheriff, Highway Patrol) with a separation date within 12 months of application date. (2) Successful completion of a certified P.O.S.T. approved basic academy; (3) Attainment of a P.O.S.T. Basic Law Enforcement certificate. And License: Valid California State Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Age: Must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment. Citizenship: If not a citizen of the United States, must have filed for citizenship at least one year before applying for Deputy Sheriff. Special Requirement: Federal law and County policy requires that certain positions in the class of Deputy Sheriff I/II which require a commercial driver's license and the performance of duties defined as "safety sensitive" are subject to post-offer/pre-placement/pre-duty, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and alcohol testing. A thorough background investigation will be made of all prospective Deputy Sheriffs. A record of any felony conviction will result in disqualification. Physical Requirement: Hearing must be normal in each ear. Using both eyes, must have far vision of at least 20/100 without glasses, correctable to 20/20 with glasses. Must be free from color blindness and permanent abnormality in either eye. These standards are confined to far vision and color vision. There are additional standards which may apply to other possible specific visual deficiencies. Applicants must be in excellent physical condition with above average strength, endurance and agility, and must meet Commission approved safety member physical standards. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Ability to: • Read, understand, interpret and apply department policies, rules, laws, and ordinances pertaining to law enforcement work • Write clear, concise comprehensive reports • Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, and events • Establish and maintain effective working relations with others • Exert physical force in the apprehension of suspects and in the saving of lives and property • Use good judgment in emergency or critical situations • Identify and address issues, problems, and opportunities • Interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions • Work effectively even when under stress or experiencing conflict • Communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing • Perform routine clerical and record keeping duties • Quickly learn and apply the rules, procedures, laws and regulations relevant to the work EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS: 1) A review of candidates' applications and supplemental questionnaire to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. 2) A Physical Abilities Test (Qualifying only). Candidates passing this test will move on to the next step in the examination process. 3) An Oral Examination which will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final examination score. 4) A thorough Background Investigation and Psychological Examination will be made of all prospective Deputy Sheriffs. A record of any felony conviction will result in disqualification. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. For more information on the Civil Service Selection process, please visit the "What You Need to Know" section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via e-mail with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: Friday, August 7, 2020 at 5:00 PM Review of Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires for Minimum Qualification: Tuesday, August 11, 2020 PRACTICE Physical Abilities Test (PAT) *Saturday, August 1, 2020 Physical Abilities Test (PAT) Saturday, August 22, 2020 Oral Exam September 1 - 4, 2020 July8, 2020 -August 7, 2020: We will accept applications during thisperiod . All applications must be completed according to the instructions. Incomplete applications, and resumes in lieu of properly completed applications, will not be considered. Applications and supplemental questionnaires will only be accepted electronically,via the County's online application system by 5pm on the deadline for filing. Please note thatcompletingan application template is not the same as submitting an application for this position. To apply for the position, select the "Click Here to Apply" link on the announcement. This is a new continuous examination. This examination may be reopened as necessary and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to the examination score. Saturday, August 1, 2020: *Practice PhysicalAbilities Test. Although not a test component or part of the selection plan, a practice PAT will be held at the Regional Training Center track located at 6289 Madigan Road in Dublin, CA. Sheriff's Office staff will be available to provide assistance and guidance to candidates on all aspects of the PAT. Candidates who choose to participate in the practice should wear athletic clothing and arrive at the bleachers any timebetween the hours of 8am - 5pm. Participation in the practice PAT does not guarantee continued participation in the exam process. Guidance and assistance is not provided on the day of the actual PAT. Saturday, August 22, 2020:PhysicalAbilities Test (Qualifying only) to assess candidates' abilities to perform the physical aspects of law enforcement work. Those passing the PAT will be scheduled for the Oral Board Interview. Week of August 31, 2020:Oral Board Interviews (weighted as 100% of the candidate's score) will consist of an evaluation conducted by an interview panel (the oral exam may include situational exercises). Veterans' Preference Each applicant entitled to veterans' preference as provided in the Alameda County Civil Service Rules who has served in the armed forces of the United States during a war or campaign as defined by Section 1897 of the Government Code of the State of California and who has been discharged or released under honorable conditions and wishes to claim such preference shall do so by presenting proof of his/her honorable discharge (DD214) from the armed forces of the United States, showing the dates of his/her military service. Each applicant entitled to Disabled Veterans' points as provided in the Alameda County Civil Service Rules, who wishes to claim such preference shall additionally present proof of military-connected disability from the United States Veterans Administration. U.S. military veterans (including applicants already employed by the County of Alameda) intending to claim preferential consideration pursuant to Alameda County Civil Service Rules must present proof of honorable discharge or release (DD Form 214) concurrent with this application but in no event later than the final step in the recruitment process (usually the oral interview.) To claim veteran's preference, proof must be presented during check in on the date of the applicant's scheduled oral interview. Failure to submit proof by this date will forfeit the applicant's claim to veterans' preference in such examination. Candidates will be required to presenta valid photoI.D. for admittance to each phase of the examination, i.e., driver's license, military I.D., Passport, or California Department of Motor Vehicle's I.D. card. *WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN* Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County's Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statues. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) 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 11 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 All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, @acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page and clicking on the link 'last notice sent' for the respective recruitment. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box Noreply@jobaps.com are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Elaine Lemi | Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 272-6434 | elaine.lemi@acgov.org Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2020 5:00:00 PM
