Cal State University (CSU) East Bay
25800 Carlos Bee Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94542, USA
Description: SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary Range: $4,691.00/month to $6,683.00/month. PLEASE NOTE: The starting salary will be between $4,691.00/month to $5,687.00/month. Cal State East Bay offers a broad range of benefits that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement (CalPERS), 401k, 457, 403(b), dependent and health care reimbursement accounts, life insurance, vacation and sick, 13 paid holidays, one personal holiday and tuition fee waiver. For more information on the benefits program, please visit http://www.csueastbay.edu/af/departments/hr/benefits/index.html ABOUT CAL STATE EAST BAY: Cal State East Bay's beautiful main campus is located in the Hayward hills with panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay shoreline. Situated above the city of Hayward, the campus offers an ideal setting for teaching and learning and yet easy access to the many cities along the bay. The University has a satellite campus in Concord, a professional development center in Oakland and a significant presence online. Founded in 1957, Cal State East Bay is one of 23 universities of the California State University system (CSU). With an enrollment over 15,800 students, Cal State East Bay is recognized as a regionally engaged and globally oriented university with a strong commitment to academic innovation, student success, engaged and service learning, diversity, and sustainability. DEPARTMENT STATEMENT: The Sankofa Scholars Program is a learning community developed to support the retention and graduation of our African American/Black students at CSUEB. The Sankofa Scholars Program assist students who are seeking a cultural connection through community building activities and connecting participants to faculty and staff, as these are essential components to achieving academic success. ABOUT THE POSITION: The Sankofa Scholars Programs Specialist will provide a full range of academic support services, and cultural activities to promote success for participating students in the Sankofa Scholars Program at CSU, East Bay. The Sankofa Scholars Programs Specialist is responsible for improving and delivering service to students through administration, technology and communication. This position will lead in the program planning, implementation, assessment and evaluation. Additionally, the Sankofa Scholars Program Specialist will collaborate with faculty and staff to address student and program needs and to develop strategies that support the recruitment, retention and graduation of students. The Sankofa Scholars Program Specialist will lead the programmatic components and academic partnerships of the Sankofa Program, which includes: targeted outreach to high school and community college students, oversight of the program's application process and admissions procedures; administering academic support services to students enrolled within the Sankofa Scholars program; referrals to on- and off-campus support services; monitoring and managing the program budget; implementing the mentoring program, and forging strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. RESPONSIBILITIES: Program Development and Coordination: The Sankofa Scholars Programs Specialist will lead all programmatic components and academic partnerships. Duties will include, but not be limited to program event coordination, outreach and admissions, as well as oversight and implementation of the day-to-day operations of Sankofa Scholars services. * Identify best practices that support the Sankofa Scholars student community through research at similar institutions. Write a final report which outlines a proposal to implement services and programs that support student success. * Establish a community among students by offering an ongoing selection of high impact practices to increase student contact, involvement, achievement and overall satisfaction. * Initiate and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups, including faculty, staff, student organizations and off-campus community groups. * Provide annual assessment and evaluation to ensure that programs and services are meeting student needs. * Work collaboratively with SEAS Program Specialists to reduce redundancy. * Implement innovative ways of encouraging and supporting the personal and career developmental needs of the population served through the Kaleidoscope mentor program. * Plan, develop, and coordinate Sankofa Scholars participant events (e.g., Year End Ceremony, Welcome/orientation) including coordination of room reservations, staffing, logistics, and providing guidance and direction to volunteers, as well as overall event management on the day of event. Outreach, Marketing and Administrative Duties: * Ensure all publications are updated in both print and on the website. * Organize and lead the Sankofa application process by working with educational equity programs on- and off-campus to identify potential students, disseminate program information and application materials. * Review applications and interview prospective students and assess their abilities and readiness. Upon completion of the application and interview assessment process, makes recommendations. * Coordinate the application, orientation and on-boarding process for Sankofa Scholar participants. * Provide lead work direction for front desk student assistants in the coordination of office procedures to receive, process, and respond to ground mail, phone, and email for applicants. Provide lead work direction to student assistant in processing of applications, correspondence, and participant file organization. * Coordinate quarterly advisory board meetings under the general supervision of the Director of Equity Initiatives. * Conduct program evaluation and assessment, completing monthly and annual reports for the Director of Equity Initiatives. * Under general supervision, track the Sankofa Scholars program budget expenditures. Liaison and Campus Involvement Responsibilities: * Conduct and coordinate presentations to campus visitors (applicants and general public, such as community college counselors, and other support program staff), as well as on-campus offices. * Participate in on-campus outreach activities, such as the CSUEB Preview Day, Welcome Day, University Orientations, and SEAS Welcome. * Develop and implement outreach activities on campus and at local community colleges and/or area high schools and community organizations as appropriate to promote Sankofa Scholars support services at CSUEB. * Participate in on-campus and off-campus events that promote the recruitment of new students and support their transition to the University. * Represent the department and SEAS in appropriate committees. * Partake in appropriate professional development activities to remain current on relevant issues pertaining to higher education and the recruitment and retention of African American/Black students. * Participate in campus wide events and programs, which seek to recruit, retain, or encourage the success of African American/Black students. * Participate in appropriate Student Affairs and University-wide meetings including, but not limited to, university committees, staff meetings, retreats, problem solving meetings, team projects, and divisional meetings, representing the interests of African American/Black students served. Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: * Knowledge of current issues affecting higher education, student services, academic advising, underrepresented and underserved populations. * Knowledge of individual and group dynamics to be used when counseling clients. * Knowledge of complex and evolving university policies and procedures regarding academic probation, academic disqualification, academic renewal and reinstatement. * Knowledge of student population served: African American/Black students or community. * Skills in computers including a working knowledge of computer applications including all Microsoft Office products and online systems including PeopleSoft. * Excellent communication skills including listening, writing and speaking which includes public speaking. * Skills in organization used to execute multiple projects and assignments simultaneously with an emphasis on accuracy and detail orientation. * Skills in customer/client service with an emphasis on problem solving to deliver services in a timely and professional manner. * Ability to develop, implement and manage retention related programs/services. * Ability to interact and work cooperatively with a diverse student population and staff. * Ability to generate and maintain collaborative working relationships with campus and community stakeholders. * Ability to operate independently while applying sound professional judgment, maintaining professional standards and ensuring client confidentiality. * Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action. * Ability to work evenings and weekends when needed for special events. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required. A master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling or guidance may be substituted for the three years of experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional career or personal counseling. Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related. PREFERRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: * 2 years of experience working in college student services. HOW TO APPLY: In addition to the standard Cal State East Bay application, please submit a: 1. Cover letter 2. Resume 3. List of three (3) or more professional references Resumes alone will not be accepted in lieu of a completed online application. To apply on-line, please go to www.csueastbay.edu/jobs. If you are a first time user, you must register, create a user ID and password, fill in your basic information, save and click on the position you are interested in, click on the "Apply Now" button to begin the online application. This position will remain open until filled and may close without further notice. Applicants will receive a confirmation of receipt via automatic email reply regarding their application materials. In addition, all applicants who were not selected will receive email notification at the conclusion of the recruitment process. Please be patient as this process may take several weeks. CONDITION(S) OF EMPLOYMENT: Satisfactory completion of a background check that may include, buts not limited to: criminal records check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, credit history, professional references and/or verification of work history is required for employment. Cal State East Bay will issue a conditional 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. Unsatisfactory results may also affect the continued employment of current Cal State East Bay employees who were conditionally offered the position. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate. EEO STATEMENT: As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Cal State East Bay does not discriminate on the basis of any protected categories: age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability, gender, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. The University is committed to the principles of diversity in employment and to creating a stimulating learning environment for its diverse student body. OTHER INFORMATION: All California State University campuses, including Cal State East Bay, are smoke and tobacco-free. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.csueastbay.edu/smokeandtobaccofree/ In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the Cal State East Bay Annual Campus Security Report is available at: http://www.csueastbay.edu/upd/safety-and-security-reports.html SPONSORSHIP: Cal State East Bay is not a sponsoring agency for Staff or Management positions. MANDATED REPORTER: The incumbent in this position may be considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and will be required to comply with requirements set forth in the CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Description: SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary Range: $4,691.00/month to $6,683.00/month. PLEASE NOTE: The starting salary will be between $4,691.00/month to $5,687.00/month. Cal State East Bay offers a broad range of benefits that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement (CalPERS), 401k, 457, 403(b), dependent and health care reimbursement accounts, life insurance, vacation and sick, 13 paid holidays, one personal holiday and tuition fee waiver. For more information on the benefits program, please visit http://www.csueastbay.edu/af/departments/hr/benefits/index.html ABOUT CAL STATE EAST BAY: Cal State East Bay's beautiful main campus is located in the Hayward hills with panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay shoreline. Situated above the city of Hayward, the campus offers an ideal setting for teaching and learning and yet easy access to the many cities along the bay. The University has a satellite campus in Concord, a professional development center in Oakland and a significant presence online. Founded in 1957, Cal State East Bay is one of 23 universities of the California State University system (CSU). With an enrollment over 15,800 students, Cal State East Bay is recognized as a regionally engaged and globally oriented university with a strong commitment to academic innovation, student success, engaged and service learning, diversity, and sustainability. DEPARTMENT STATEMENT: The Sankofa Scholars Program is a learning community developed to support the retention and graduation of our African American/Black students at CSUEB. The Sankofa Scholars Program assist students who are seeking a cultural connection through community building activities and connecting participants to faculty and staff, as these are essential components to achieving academic success. ABOUT THE POSITION: The Sankofa Scholars Programs Specialist will provide a full range of academic support services, and cultural activities to promote success for participating students in the Sankofa Scholars Program at CSU, East Bay. The Sankofa Scholars Programs Specialist is responsible for improving and delivering service to students through administration, technology and communication. This position will lead in the program planning, implementation, assessment and evaluation. Additionally, the Sankofa Scholars Program Specialist will collaborate with faculty and staff to address student and program needs and to develop strategies that support the recruitment, retention and graduation of students. The Sankofa Scholars Program Specialist will lead the programmatic components and academic partnerships of the Sankofa Program, which includes: targeted outreach to high school and community college students, oversight of the program's application process and admissions procedures; administering academic support services to students enrolled within the Sankofa Scholars program; referrals to on- and off-campus support services; monitoring and managing the program budget; implementing the mentoring program, and forging strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. RESPONSIBILITIES: Program Development and Coordination: The Sankofa Scholars Programs Specialist will lead all programmatic components and academic partnerships. Duties will include, but not be limited to program event coordination, outreach and admissions, as well as oversight and implementation of the day-to-day operations of Sankofa Scholars services. * Identify best practices that support the Sankofa Scholars student community through research at similar institutions. Write a final report which outlines a proposal to implement services and programs that support student success. * Establish a community among students by offering an ongoing selection of high impact practices to increase student contact, involvement, achievement and overall satisfaction. * Initiate and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups, including faculty, staff, student organizations and off-campus community groups. * Provide annual assessment and evaluation to ensure that programs and services are meeting student needs. * Work collaboratively with SEAS Program Specialists to reduce redundancy. * Implement innovative ways of encouraging and supporting the personal and career developmental needs of the population served through the Kaleidoscope mentor program. * Plan, develop, and coordinate Sankofa Scholars participant events (e.g., Year End Ceremony, Welcome/orientation) including coordination of room reservations, staffing, logistics, and providing guidance and direction to volunteers, as well as overall event management on the day of event. Outreach, Marketing and Administrative Duties: * Ensure all publications are updated in both print and on the website. * Organize and lead the Sankofa application process by working with educational equity programs on- and off-campus to identify potential students, disseminate program information and application materials. * Review applications and interview prospective students and assess their abilities and readiness. Upon completion of the application and interview assessment process, makes recommendations. * Coordinate the application, orientation and on-boarding process for Sankofa Scholar participants. * Provide lead work direction for front desk student assistants in the coordination of office procedures to receive, process, and respond to ground mail, phone, and email for applicants. Provide lead work direction to student assistant in processing of applications, correspondence, and participant file organization. * Coordinate quarterly advisory board meetings under the general supervision of the Director of Equity Initiatives. * Conduct program evaluation and assessment, completing monthly and annual reports for the Director of Equity Initiatives. * Under general supervision, track the Sankofa Scholars program budget expenditures. Liaison and Campus Involvement Responsibilities: * Conduct and coordinate presentations to campus visitors (applicants and general public, such as community college counselors, and other support program staff), as well as on-campus offices. * Participate in on-campus outreach activities, such as the CSUEB Preview Day, Welcome Day, University Orientations, and SEAS Welcome. * Develop and implement outreach activities on campus and at local community colleges and/or area high schools and community organizations as appropriate to promote Sankofa Scholars support services at CSUEB. * Participate in on-campus and off-campus events that promote the recruitment of new students and support their transition to the University. * Represent the department and SEAS in appropriate committees. * Partake in appropriate professional development activities to remain current on relevant issues pertaining to higher education and the recruitment and retention of African American/Black students. * Participate in campus wide events and programs, which seek to recruit, retain, or encourage the success of African American/Black students. * Participate in appropriate Student Affairs and University-wide meetings including, but not limited to, university committees, staff meetings, retreats, problem solving meetings, team projects, and divisional meetings, representing the interests of African American/Black students served. Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: * Knowledge of current issues affecting higher education, student services, academic advising, underrepresented and underserved populations. * Knowledge of individual and group dynamics to be used when counseling clients. * Knowledge of complex and evolving university policies and procedures regarding academic probation, academic disqualification, academic renewal and reinstatement. * Knowledge of student population served: African American/Black students or community. * Skills in computers including a working knowledge of computer applications including all Microsoft Office products and online systems including PeopleSoft. * Excellent communication skills including listening, writing and speaking which includes public speaking. * Skills in organization used to execute multiple projects and assignments simultaneously with an emphasis on accuracy and detail orientation. * Skills in customer/client service with an emphasis on problem solving to deliver services in a timely and professional manner. * Ability to develop, implement and manage retention related programs/services. * Ability to interact and work cooperatively with a diverse student population and staff. * Ability to generate and maintain collaborative working relationships with campus and community stakeholders. * Ability to operate independently while applying sound professional judgment, maintaining professional standards and ensuring client confidentiality. * Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action. * Ability to work evenings and weekends when needed for special events. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required. A master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling or guidance may be substituted for the three years of experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional career or personal counseling. Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related. PREFERRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: * 2 years of experience working in college student services. HOW TO APPLY: In addition to the standard Cal State East Bay application, please submit a: 1. Cover letter 2. Resume 3. List of three (3) or more professional references Resumes alone will not be accepted in lieu of a completed online application. To apply on-line, please go to www.csueastbay.edu/jobs. If you are a first time user, you must register, create a user ID and password, fill in your basic information, save and click on the position you are interested in, click on the "Apply Now" button to begin the online application. This position will remain open until filled and may close without further notice. Applicants will receive a confirmation of receipt via automatic email reply regarding their application materials. In addition, all applicants who were not selected will receive email notification at the conclusion of the recruitment process. Please be patient as this process may take several weeks. CONDITION(S) OF EMPLOYMENT: Satisfactory completion of a background check that may include, buts not limited to: criminal records check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, credit history, professional references and/or verification of work history is required for employment. Cal State East Bay will issue a conditional 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. Unsatisfactory results may also affect the continued employment of current Cal State East Bay employees who were conditionally offered the position. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate. EEO STATEMENT: As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Cal State East Bay does not discriminate on the basis of any protected categories: age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability, gender, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. The University is committed to the principles of diversity in employment and to creating a stimulating learning environment for its diverse student body. OTHER INFORMATION: All California State University campuses, including Cal State East Bay, are smoke and tobacco-free. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.csueastbay.edu/smokeandtobaccofree/ In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the Cal State East Bay Annual Campus Security Report is available at: http://www.csueastbay.edu/upd/safety-and-security-reports.html SPONSORSHIP: Cal State East Bay is not a sponsoring agency for Staff or Management positions. MANDATED REPORTER: The incumbent in this position may be considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and will be required to comply with requirements set forth in the CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
FILING START DATE : 03/16/21 at 7:00 a.m. (PT). This examination will remain open until the needs of the department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: W0978D REPOSTING INFORMATION: This announcement is a reposting to reopen and update the filing period and Special Requirement Information. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity No Out-Of-Class Experience Will Be Accepted DEFINITION: Provides administrative coordination and management services for professional personnel involved in the provision of services to the public through a complex, specialized departmental program, under the direction of the central administrative staff director of the department. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to the Program Manager II are distinguished from administrative assistant positions by their responsibility for providing administrative direction of all aspects of specialized departmental programs. Program is defined as a decentralized operation in a County department which 1) has separate entity as a budget unit; 2) provides specialized professional services to the public; 3) operates under policy guidelines established by a professional assigned as program director; and 4) involves participation and interaction of other agencies; both public and private. The Program Manager II functions as the management specialist, staff coordinator, and administrative representative of the department on the project team. Positions allocable to this class have responsibility for a program which involves complex contractual agreements with funding or service agencies, extensive cooperative and reciprocal agreements with other agencies and County departments, continuous service to clients necessitating the compilation and retention of case records and the provision of post-consultive services and considerable consequences of action due to either the large size or complexity of program, funding or requirements. Essential Job Functions Provides overall coordination, tracking, and administration of various programs and projects conducted under the County's Energy & Environmental Policy. Collaborates with ISD, other County departments, other local governments and public agencies, state agencies, and third parties in planning and implementing energy and environmental projects and programs within County facilities and operations. Prepares and administers contracts and agreements with vendors to provide energy efficiency and environmental services. Maintains liaison with various agencies and organizations including County departments, local, State and Federal agencies, community agencies , and other concerned parties, both public and private. Provides progress reports and deliver presentations/trainings to management and stakeholders as needed. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to program plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Develops strategies and tactics when needed to ensure effective program performance relative to market opportunity, working closely with company functional groups over the entire life cycle. Analyze program implementation results and stakeholder feedback to strategize about the evolution of program design, outreach and implementation activities. Develops energy and environmental policy program scopes of work and schedules. Represents the County at regulatory proceedings and workshops and other local governmental and public agency proceedings. Conducts and receives training within the County and outside the region and travel as needed. Drives to and from various work sites. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an accredited* college or university and four (4) years of experience in a general administrative staff capacity** analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, systems and procedures, program, facilities planning, budget or personnel; one (1) year of the four (4) years must have been involved with contracting, specifying, acquiring, implementing, managing, or analyzing energy efficiency or environmental projects, services or programs; and two (2) years of the four (4) years must have been at the level of Administrative Assistant III.*** A Master's degree from an accredited graduate school in Public Administration, Business Administration, Environmental Studies, Environmental Planning, or Environmental Policy will be accepted for one (1) year of the required four (4) years' experience in a general administrative staff capacity.** LICENSE : A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. Successful applicants for positions that require driving must obtain and present a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant's driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light. Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. For a list of acceptable accredited institutions or international universities, please visit http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation , www.chea.org/search , or http://whed.net/home.php . Foreign studies must be evaluated by an academic credential evaluation agency and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. For a list of acceptable evaluation agencies, please visit www.naces.org or http://aice-eval.org/members/ . Foreign studies submitted without acceptable evaluation will be rejected. In order to receive credit for completion of a Bachelor's degree or higher, applicants must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. **Staff capacity is defined as work performed to assist and support administration by doing research and making recommendations to administration for the solution of problems of organization, procedure, program, budget, or personnel. ***Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Administrative Assistant III is defined as independently defining, analyzing, and making recommendations for the solution of highly complex**** operating, budgetary and financing, and other management problems of a County department, and participates in the implementation of their solution. **** Highly complex is defined as independently analyzing and make recommendations to management regarding problems spanning the full spectrum of the following matters: organization, staffing, program planning, systems and procedures, facility planning, budget, and general management and personnel as it relates to energy efficiency or environmental projects. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge and experience with procurement, contracting trends, and programs related to energy and environmental issues in a government agency. Knowledge of policies mitigating climate change and greenhouse gases in California. Knowledge of protocols for qualifying and reporting greenhouse gas emissions in California. Knowledge of certification standards used to classify "green buildings." Experience using a personal computer and software (e.g; Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) in order to produce various documents, such as memos, reports, or spreadsheets. Additional Information IMPORTANT NOTES: PLEASE NOTE: You can visit www.governmentjobs.com , log into your profile and check you inbox. The box retains a copy of all emails sent for your records. ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specifications and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an Oral Interview covering training and experience and the general ability to perform the duties of the position weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the oral interview in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. PASSING THIS EXAMINATION AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER DO NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT. Applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. No person may compete for this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting Eligible Register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Internal Services Department, Environmental Initiatives Division located at 1100 North Eastern Avenue., Los Angeles, CA 90063. SHIFT: Day APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. If you are unable to access the website, you may enter the following link to access your profile: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty We must receive your application and additional documents, if any, by 5:30 pm, PDT, on the last day of filing. If you are unable to attach the required documents you may fax or email the exam analyst within 15 calendar days of filing. Please include the exam number and the exam title. Provide any relevant job experience and training in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each field, give the name and address of your employer, your title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Direct copies of class specifications and selection requirements as your description of duties will not be sufficient to meet requirements. 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 AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an 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, not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 267-2432 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Hugo Vasquez Department Contact Phone: (323) 881-3670 Department Fax: (323) 780-9006 Department Contact Email: hvasquez@isd.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
FILING START DATE : 03/16/21 at 7:00 a.m. (PT). This examination will remain open until the needs of the department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: W0978D REPOSTING INFORMATION: This announcement is a reposting to reopen and update the filing period and Special Requirement Information. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity No Out-Of-Class Experience Will Be Accepted DEFINITION: Provides administrative coordination and management services for professional personnel involved in the provision of services to the public through a complex, specialized departmental program, under the direction of the central administrative staff director of the department. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to the Program Manager II are distinguished from administrative assistant positions by their responsibility for providing administrative direction of all aspects of specialized departmental programs. Program is defined as a decentralized operation in a County department which 1) has separate entity as a budget unit; 2) provides specialized professional services to the public; 3) operates under policy guidelines established by a professional assigned as program director; and 4) involves participation and interaction of other agencies; both public and private. The Program Manager II functions as the management specialist, staff coordinator, and administrative representative of the department on the project team. Positions allocable to this class have responsibility for a program which involves complex contractual agreements with funding or service agencies, extensive cooperative and reciprocal agreements with other agencies and County departments, continuous service to clients necessitating the compilation and retention of case records and the provision of post-consultive services and considerable consequences of action due to either the large size or complexity of program, funding or requirements. Essential Job Functions Provides overall coordination, tracking, and administration of various programs and projects conducted under the County's Energy & Environmental Policy. Collaborates with ISD, other County departments, other local governments and public agencies, state agencies, and third parties in planning and implementing energy and environmental projects and programs within County facilities and operations. Prepares and administers contracts and agreements with vendors to provide energy efficiency and environmental services. Maintains liaison with various agencies and organizations including County departments, local, State and Federal agencies, community agencies , and other concerned parties, both public and private. Provides progress reports and deliver presentations/trainings to management and stakeholders as needed. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to program plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Develops strategies and tactics when needed to ensure effective program performance relative to market opportunity, working closely with company functional groups over the entire life cycle. Analyze program implementation results and stakeholder feedback to strategize about the evolution of program design, outreach and implementation activities. Develops energy and environmental policy program scopes of work and schedules. Represents the County at regulatory proceedings and workshops and other local governmental and public agency proceedings. Conducts and receives training within the County and outside the region and travel as needed. Drives to and from various work sites. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an accredited* college or university and four (4) years of experience in a general administrative staff capacity** analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, systems and procedures, program, facilities planning, budget or personnel; one (1) year of the four (4) years must have been involved with contracting, specifying, acquiring, implementing, managing, or analyzing energy efficiency or environmental projects, services or programs; and two (2) years of the four (4) years must have been at the level of Administrative Assistant III.*** A Master's degree from an accredited graduate school in Public Administration, Business Administration, Environmental Studies, Environmental Planning, or Environmental Policy will be accepted for one (1) year of the required four (4) years' experience in a general administrative staff capacity.** LICENSE : A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. Successful applicants for positions that require driving must obtain and present a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant's driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light. Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national, or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. For a list of acceptable accredited institutions or international universities, please visit http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation , www.chea.org/search , or http://whed.net/home.php . Foreign studies must be evaluated by an academic credential evaluation agency and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. For a list of acceptable evaluation agencies, please visit www.naces.org or http://aice-eval.org/members/ . Foreign studies submitted without acceptable evaluation will be rejected. In order to receive credit for completion of a Bachelor's degree or higher, applicants must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. **Staff capacity is defined as work performed to assist and support administration by doing research and making recommendations to administration for the solution of problems of organization, procedure, program, budget, or personnel. ***Experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Administrative Assistant III is defined as independently defining, analyzing, and making recommendations for the solution of highly complex**** operating, budgetary and financing, and other management problems of a County department, and participates in the implementation of their solution. **** Highly complex is defined as independently analyzing and make recommendations to management regarding problems spanning the full spectrum of the following matters: organization, staffing, program planning, systems and procedures, facility planning, budget, and general management and personnel as it relates to energy efficiency or environmental projects. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge and experience with procurement, contracting trends, and programs related to energy and environmental issues in a government agency. Knowledge of policies mitigating climate change and greenhouse gases in California. Knowledge of protocols for qualifying and reporting greenhouse gas emissions in California. Knowledge of certification standards used to classify "green buildings." Experience using a personal computer and software (e.g; Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) in order to produce various documents, such as memos, reports, or spreadsheets. Additional Information IMPORTANT NOTES: PLEASE NOTE: You can visit www.governmentjobs.com , log into your profile and check you inbox. The box retains a copy of all emails sent for your records. ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specifications and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an Oral Interview covering training and experience and the general ability to perform the duties of the position weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the oral interview in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. PASSING THIS EXAMINATION AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER DO NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT. Applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. No person may compete for this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting Eligible Register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Internal Services Department, Environmental Initiatives Division located at 1100 North Eastern Avenue., Los Angeles, CA 90063. SHIFT: Day APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. If you are unable to access the website, you may enter the following link to access your profile: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty We must receive your application and additional documents, if any, by 5:30 pm, PDT, on the last day of filing. If you are unable to attach the required documents you may fax or email the exam analyst within 15 calendar days of filing. Please include the exam number and the exam title. Provide any relevant job experience and training in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each field, give the name and address of your employer, your title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Direct copies of class specifications and selection requirements as your description of duties will not be sufficient to meet requirements. 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 AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an 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, not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 267-2432 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Hugo Vasquez Department Contact Phone: (323) 881-3670 Department Fax: (323) 780-9006 Department Contact Email: hvasquez@isd.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
