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Position Description Public Health Nurse I: $36.02 - $43.08 Public Health Nurse II: $37.81 - $45.99 Public Health Nurse III: $40.83 - $49.63 Calaveras Public Health is seeking caring and compassionate Public Health Nurses to join our team. Make a difference in the health and wellbeing of our communities. Enjoy weekends off, alternative work schedules, and be part of a team that values a work-life balance. Best known for its celebrated jumping frogs, Calaveras County, offers an abundance of opportunities for outdoor adventure all year round. Under direct or general supervision, provides public health nursing services, instruction, health counseling and guidance to individuals, families and groups regarding disease, health conditions, public health and rehabilitation in a clinic setting or within an assigned area including homes, public and private schools and community; participates in Public Health and county-wide disaster response; may have responsibility for a specialized public health program independently or in conjunction with the PHN III or Director of Public Health Nursing, on a limited basis the PHN III may exercise technical and functional direction to lower-level staff. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Public Health Nurse I This is the entry level position in public health nursing classification series. Under direct supervision of the Director of Nursing, provides public health nursing services. This position is responsible for performing the more routine tasks and duties assigned. Assignments are generally limited in scope and are performed within a procedural framework. This is the first working level classification for persons with the requisite public health nursing certification but limited public health experience. This position is distinguished from the Public Health Nurse II in that the latter has responsibility for independently performing the full range of assigned duties. Public Health Nurse II This is the fully competent level classification in this series. Incumbents perform the full range of public health nursing services for complex client cases, may review and direct the work of nursing and para-professional staff on an assigned team; may have independent responsibility for major specialized public health programs including but not limited to communicable disease, emergency preparedness, Maternal Child Adolescent Health, California Children's Services, Child Health and Disability Prevention Program. This position is distinguished from the Public Health Nurse III in that the latter is an advanced lead position and is expected to provide substantial assistance in planning, development and continuing evaluation of services in major public health programs. Public Health Nurse III This is the advanced-level lead position in the classification series. Incumbents in this classification series are distinguished from the Public Health Nurse I/II in that it provides overall program coordination and/or lead direction to subordinate staff. Incumbents at this level provide substantial assistance with planning, development and evaluation of services in major public health programs. Incumbents will participate in the guidance, training, evaluation, orientation and hiring of nursing staff. Example of Duties Public Health Nurse I Identifies at-risk populations; develops programs to meet identified needs and to provide primary prevention and health promotion services to the community. Evaluates the health care needs of individuals and special population groups; identifies the symptoms of physical, mental or emotional problems and refers individuals and families to appropriate medical, financial or other support services; performs follow-up on such referrals. May conduct a specialized health care or training program or project, such as general health clinics, immunization clinics, TB clinics, public health education / promotion programs in response to community need Conducts home visits to assess client needs and to communicate, through educational means, information meaningful to clients in an effort to effect change. Works in public health general clinics, including immunization clinics Maintains patient charts and other records. Coordinates services with private, public and community voluntary health and social service agencies; serves as liaison to community groups, and provides public health education through presentations and the preparation and distribution of educational materials. . Prepares a variety of periodic and special reports for management review. Receives and responds appropriately to patient / client complaints. Maintains professional certifications and attends training, workshops, seminars, etc., as appropriate or directed. Performs various staff / administrative functions as required, including preparing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, attending meetings, answering the telephone, ordering supplies and equipment, etc. Maintains appropriate documentation of client services. Performs other related duties as assigned. Public Health Nurse II : (In addition to the above duties) May act as the team leader, in the absence of Public Health Nurse III, on a health team with other professional and para-professionals in the delivery of public health nursing services; may assigns client cases; provide guidance and consultation to team members on difficult client cases; assist the Public Health Nurse III or Director of Public Health Nursing in the training and orientation of staff. Assists in developing program policies and procedures, and in evaluating program effectiveness. Has independent responsibility for a specialized public health programs Public Health Nurse III (In addition to the above duties) Acts as team leader, on a health team with other professional and para-professionals in the delivery of public health nursing services; assigns client cases and assist in the evaluation of team staff; provides guidance and consultation to team members on difficult client cases; participates in the training and orientation of staff. Performs as subject matter expert on all aspects of public health nursing services for staff and public. Participates in the development, implementation, coordination and supervision of public health nursing services. Participates in the training, evaluation and hiring of nursing personnel. May supervise staff in the absence of the Director of Public Health Nursing. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: Operations, services and activities of a comprehensive health system; Principles, methods, practices and procedures of general nursing and public health nursing; public health issues and problems; Federal, State and local laws governing the provision of public health services; Knowledge of basic communicable disease transmission, prevention and control; and means of promoting maternal, child, adolescent health and public health programs State laws for reporting child/adult abuse Ability to: Adhere to common safety practices; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with staff, other departments, public and private community agencies; Skill to: Communicate effectively with clients and staff; maintain accurate and complete records and reports; perform procedures according to an established protocol, speak and write effectively. Education, Training, and Experience : Public Health Nurse I Baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited university or college. Public Health Nurse II (in addition to the PHN I) Two years of Public Health Nursing experience. Public Health Nurse III (in addition to the PHN II) Five years of Public Health nursing experience. Supervisory experience preferred. Special Requirements Possession of a current California license as a Registered Nurse; Possession of a current Public Health Nursing Certificate; and Possession of a current California driver's license. Must possess and maintain a valid CPR certificate. Must have the ability to complete the child abuse and neglect recognition and reporting training requirement in accordance with Section 4501, Title 17, Health and Safety Codes; must sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code related to child abuse reporting. May be required to work after hours or long hours during emergencies. Service Employees International Union Local 1021 For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County BENEFITS WEBPAGE. Please note that Extra-hire positions that are benefitted, are only offered our CORE medical plan and are not offered dental or vision. NEW * Assist-To-Own program to help Couny employees purchase a home. Program Highlights: Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan. Available with purchase of a primary residence. Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans). No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify. Flexible guidelines: Minimum FICO 640; Maximum DTI 50%. Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA. For more information, vists Calaveras County Assist-to-Own Boot Allowance: $150 or $175 per year and is distributed once a year, in the first full pay period in the month of December. Qualifying Classifications: Registered EH Specialists, EH Techs, OSS Engineers, Fleet Manager, Junior Engineer, Mechanic series, Sheriff's Mechanic, Public Works Inspector, Road Maintenance Worker series, Integrated Waste Worker series, AG Techs, and AG Biologists, and Recycling Program Coordinator I/II, Permit Tech I/II, Engineering Tech I/II assigned to the Rock Creek Landfill facility, and Air Pollution Control Tech. Uniform Allowance: $600 per calendar year split into monthly payments.Payments will be made monthly on the second pay check. Qualifying classifications : Custodian series, facility maintenance worker series, facilities maintenance engineer. Extra-Hire: Extra-hire employees are not eligible for step advances, vacation, seniority rights, holiday pay or other certain employee benefits. They are entitled to 24 hours of sick leave per year and eligilbe for the county's CORE Medical plan but not eligible for dental or vision insurance. Vacation days: 0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year. After 6 months you can take your first week. 3 - 10 complete years = 120 hours per year 10 years+ = 160 per year Holidays :14 paid holidays per year. Life Insurance through ReliaStar: $50,000.00 County paid. After 65 years of age, pays out 65%, after 70 years of age ReliaStar pays out 32.5%. Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period. 60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling. Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 3.5% merit increase may be granted.Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step. Probation Period: New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods.. Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following: 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005) 6 years 10 years 15 years 20 years 25 years Bi-Lingual pay :$75 per month for specific approved job classifications. Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement - Max contribution of $2,500 annually Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account - Max contribution of $5,000 annually Section 125 Plan :Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from a representative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site. AFLAC Heart & Stroke Insurance Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Universal Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance ?LEGALSHIELD CALPERS RETIREMENT INFORMATION: CalPERS: CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62 Extra-Hire's will be enrolled into Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) unless you are already a member of CalPERS. Additional Retirement Plan: The County offers a 457 Government plan. Employees can contribute u to this deferred compensation plan ( Pre or Post Tax options ).The County utilizes VALIC. Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Position Description Annual Salary : Public Health Nurse I: $87,776 - $106,678 Public Health Nurse II: $100,984 - $122,746 Scheduled Salary Increases : Step 6 effective 7/8/24 (Public Health Nurse I: $87,776 - $112,008 Annually) Step 6 effective 7/8/24 (Public Health Nurse II: $100,984 - $128,882 Annually) 3% effective 5/12/25 (Public Health Nurse I: $90,402 - $115,388 Annually) 3% effective 5/12/25 (Public Health Nurse II: $104,026 - $132,782 Annually) APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE ONLY The Fresno County Department of Public Health has rewarding employment opportunities for registered nurses who possess a California Public Health Nurse certificate and want to serve their community as a Public Health Nurse I/II . Public Health Nurses are primarily oriented to the provision of community nursing services. These services focus upon concepts of prevention, early intervention, communicable disease investigation, case management, and health education. Services may be delivered within the department, in homes, clinics, schools, and by liaison agreements with other agencies or organizations. These services include assessment of individual, family or community health status; referral to appropriate organizations for treatment; demonstration and teaching of health concepts to individuals and groups; and mobilizing of community resources to provide for continuity of client care between acute and extended care facilities and the home. Please note : The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill both extra-help and permanently allocated positions as vacancies occur. Individuals selected for extra-help appointment may be transitioned to a permanently allocated position at a later date as authorized by the Fresno County Personnel Rules. Positions in this classification are in Medical Group III - Heavy Physical Activity (Personnel Rule 8). This group includes positions which require heavy physical effort using arms, legs, back and trunk in frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling objects weighing (or offering resistance equivalent to) over 25 pounds. Generally, considerable bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, as well as standing and walking are involved. Physical stamina is usually required and explosive strength using bursts of energy may be required, depending upon specific position assignments. Eligible candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Samples of Duties Please click on the links below to review the Samples of Duties for each level. Public Health Nurse I Public Health Nurse II Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Please click on the links below to review the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities for each level. Public Health Nurse I Public Health Nurse II Minimum Qualifications Public Health Nurse I Certificate : Valid Public Health Nurse Certificate issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Registered Nursing. Licenses : Valid Registered Nurse License issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Registered Nursing. Valid Class "C" driver's license, or equivalent. Public Health Nurse II Experience : Two (2) years of full-time paid work experience equivalent to that gained as a Public Health Nurse with the County of Fresno. Certificate : Valid Public Health Nurse Certificate issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Registered Nursing. Licenses : Valid Registered Nurse License issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Registered Nursing. Valid Class "C" driver's license, or equivalent. TO PREVENT THE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE NOTE : Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and filing requirements by the filing deadline. Valid CA Public Health Nurse Certificate number, CA Registered Nurse license number, and driver's license number must be listed on your application. Failure to provide this information on your application will result in the disqualification of your application. Please fully list your education/work experience, including current position. Failure to list current, complete, and accurate education/work experience within the job application (including employment with the County of Fresno) may result in the disqualification of your application. A completed Fresno County employment application is required (must be current, complete, and accurate; amendments will not be allowed after the filing deadline). Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed employment application. SELECTION PROCESS : D epending upon the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications and filing requirements, applicants may be scheduled for one of the processes listed below: Oral Examination - An oral examination includes a panel consisting of at least two members within a similar field of expertise as the vacancy. Candidates are asked structured questions and must respond orally to allow the panel to evaluate the specific qualifications of each applicant. If required, the oral examination will be administered in an online format via the Spark Hire platform. C ertify Without Examination - In instances where the number of eligible candidates is less than or equal to the number of qualified applicants the Department is entitled to receive under Personnel Rule 4212, the competitive examination process will be waived and the names will be certified without an examination. Successful candidates will be placed on an employment list, effective for a minimum of 3 months (may be extended up to 12 months), and certified in final rank order as vacancies occur. REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS : Fresno County Employment Application (must be current, complete, and accurate; amendments will not be allowed after the filing deadline) Supplemental Questionnaire Please note : All required application materials must be received online only via our website by the closing date and time of this recruitment. Applications submitted via U.S. mail, email, fax, or in person in our office will not be accepted. Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed employment application. HOW TO APPLY : Applications for this recruitment must be submitted online only . An online application may be found at: https://www.fresnocountyjobs.com . Open Job Information Flyer and click "Apply" to begin the online application process. Failure to complete the job application or to follow the application instructions (such as the formatting of education or work experience) will result in the disqualification of the applicant. Amendments will not be accepted after the filing deadline. Once the filing deadline has passed, you may check the status of this recruitment at any time by logging on to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/ fresnoca . Please be advised that it is the applicant's responsibility to notify Fresno County Human Resources of any mailing address and telephone number changes. Notices sent via U.S. mail from Human Resources are not forwarded ("Return Service" is requested, therefore mail will not be sent to a forwarding address). For the safety of our employees the County of Fresno complies with all Federal, State and Local Orders related to COVID-19, including Cal OSHA Emergency Temporary Standards. The County of Fresno is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Fresno County to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factor. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS - The County of Fresno is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, examination or selection process may contact Human Resources at (559) 600-1830 at least five days prior to the scheduled date or deadline. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Selected candidates for this position may be eligible for the NURSE Corps Loan Repayment Program. NURSE Corps Loan Repayment Program sets Public Health Nurses on a rewarding career path while paying off 60 percent of their unpaid nursing student loans in just 2 years, plus an additional 25 percent of the original balance for an optional third year. For more information please visit https://bhw.hrsa.gov/loans-scholarships/nurse-corps/loan-repayment-program . EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Analyst: Patrice Sisco Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Description You must possess a Certificate as a Public Health Nurse issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing or your application will not be accepted. THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME AND WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED. THERE ARE MULTIPLE VACANCIES INCLUDING BILINGUAL, LIMITED-TERM AND NON-BILINGUAL POSITIONS. THERE IS ALSO A PART-TIME, .60 FTE POSITION AVAILABLE. The posted salary reflects the 7% increase effective October 1, 2023. An additional 6% salary increase will occur in October 2024. Increased County contributions to medical will be in effect starting January 1, 2024. DEFINITION I Under close supervision, to provide public health nursing services including the prevention and control of diseases, health education, and the promotion of health awareness; and to do related work as required. II Under supervision, to plan and conduct a variety of public health nursing clinics and services; to provide nursing services, health education, and health consulting services, including the prevention and control of diseases and the promotion of health awareness; and to do related work as required. III Under direction, to provide lead direction and work coordination for other professional nursing and support staff; to plan and conduct a variety of public health nursing clinics and services; to provide complex, specialized, and general nursing, health education, and health consulting services, including the prevention and control of diseases and the promotion of health awareness; and to do related work as required. IV Under general direction, to provide the most complex, specialized, and general nursing, health education, and health consulting services, including the prevention and control of diseases and the promotion of health awareness; to provide lead direction and work coordination for other professional nursing and support staff; to plan and conduct a variety of public health nursing clinics and services; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS I This is the entry and first working level in the Public Health Nurse class series. Incumbents must have requisite public health nursing certification, but have limited public health nursing work experience. As experience is gained, incumbents learn to perform the full scope of public health nursing duties. This class is distinguished from Public Health Nurse II in that the II's have responsibility for more independently performing a larger scope of public health nursing duties and activities. When a Public Health Nurse I incumbent becomes familiar with the Department and demonstrates good sustained work performance, they may be promoted to the Public Health Nurse II. II This is the first journey level in the Public Health Nurse class series. Incumbents perform a wide scope of public health nursing duties. This class is distinguished from the Public Health Nurse I in that incumbents are expected to perform on a more independent basis. It is distinguished from Public Health Nurse III and IV in that Public Health Nurse III and IV incumbents perform more complex, specialized assignments, as well as provide lead direction, work coordination, and training for other professional nursing and support staff. III This is an advanced journey level and a lead class in the Public Health Nurse class series. Incumbents provide the more complex public health nursing services in a specialized public health program, as well as provide lead direction and coordination for other professional nursing staff. This class is distinguished from Public Health Nurse II by assignment of a higher level of public health program responsibilities and the performance of lead responsibilities for other professional nursing staff. It is distinguished from Public Health Nurse IV in that Public Health Nurse IV incumbents perform more complex, specialized assignments. Both levels III and IV may provide lead direction, some work coordination, and training for other professional nursing and support staff. IV This is the advanced and highest level and a lead class in the Public Health Nurse class series. Incumbents provide the most complex public health nursing services in a specialized public health program, as well as provide lead direction and coordination for other professional nursing staff. This class is distinguished from Public Health Nurse III by assignment of a higher level of public health program responsibilities. Both levels III and IV may provide lead direction, some work coordination, and training for other professional nursing and support staff. REPORTS TO Director of Health, Director of Nursing Services, Supervising Public Health Nurse, or designee CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED I/II This is not a supervisory class. III Provides lead direction and may provide work coordination for Public Health Nurse I, II. IV Provides lead direction and may provide work coordination for Public Health Nurse I, II, III. TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sit and stand for extended periods; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of medical and office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in clinical, office, and home environments; exposure to communicable diseases and blood borne pathogens; continuous contact with other staff and the public. Incumbents are expected to follow universal precautions. Incumbents may be required to drive to remote areas of the County in all weather conditions Example of Duties (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) I Learns to plan, organize, and provide public health nursing services, health instruction and counseling, and guidance for individuals, families, and groups regarding disease control, health awareness, health maintenance, and rehabilitation in a clinic setting May learn the procedures and policies and work within a special program such as California Children Services Provides referrals Teaches and demonstrates health practices to individuals and groups Learns to instruct clients in family planning, sexually transmitted disease prevention and follow-up, and immunization procedures Learns to identify individual and family problems which are detrimental to good health Works with families to alleviate health problems and promote good health habits Learns to refer and coordinate care of individuals and families with other public and private agencies Learns to identify special health needs for assigned cases, recommending and implementing services to meet needs Assists individuals and families with implementing Physician recommendations Learns to plan, direct, and perform epidemiological investigations in homes, schools, community, and public health clinics Prepares appropriate health records and arranges follow-up services, based on findings Confers with physicians, nursing staff, and other personnel regarding public health programs, patient reports, evaluations, medical tests, and related items May work with community groups in identifying and developing public health services and improving existing public health services Prepares reports and documents health findings; Compiles statistical information for appraisal and planning purposes. Other duties as assigned II Plans, organizes and provides public health nursing services, health instruction, counseling, and guidance for individuals, families, and groups regarding disease control, health awareness, health maintenance, and rehabilitation in a clinic setting May work within a special program such as Maternal and Child Care, Community Health, or California Children Services identifying and interacting with local care providers Develops plans and direct resources consistent to programs goals and objectives Provides referrals Teaches and demonstrates health practices to individuals and groups Instructs clients in family planning, sexually transmitted disease prevention and follow-up, and immunization procedures Identifies individual and family problems which are detrimental to good health May make home visits to assess individual's progress Works with the families to alleviate health problems and promote good health habits Refers and coordinates the care of individuals and families with other public and private agencies Identifies special health needs for assigned cases, recommending and implementing services to meet those needs Assists individuals and families with implementing physician recommendations May plan, direct, and perform epidemiological investigations in homes, schools, the community, and public health clinics Prepares appropriate records and case documentation, arranging follow-up services based on findings Confers with physicians, nursing staff, and other staff regarding public health programs, patient reports, evaluations, medical tests, and related items; may consult in multidisciplinary teams for the purpose of creating a plan of service for "at risk" families Works with community groups in identifying public health needs, developing needed public health services, and improving existing public health services Prepares reports and maintains records Compiles statistical information for appraisal and planning purposes. Other duties as assigned III Investigates outbreaks of communicable diseases; plans and implements programs for the prevention and control of communicable disease, including tuberculosis, sexually transmitted diseases, and AIDS Develops procedures to control the spread of communicable diseases and identify people needing public health services Provides interpretations of public health laws and regulations for others Assesses individuals and families, using health histories, observations of physical condition, and a variety of evaluative methods to identify health problems, health deficiencies, and health service needs Identifies psycho/social, cultural background, and environmental factors which may hinder health care services Assists with determining funding needs for the program Monitors budget expenditures Plans and coordinates services for special programs such as perinatal, maternal, child and adolescent (MCAH), or family planning Performs public health nursing activities to promote perinatal, child, and adolescent health Provides local case management and coordination for State mandated programs Participates in programs to enhance school children health Works with community groups to identify needs, develop and facilitate a variety of health services, and improve existing programs Refers individuals and families to appropriate agencies and clinics for health services Participates in programs to enhance community health services and education Attends conferences and workshops related to community health issues Assists with the preparation of program and service policies and procedures May supervise paraprofessional staff and volunteers Prepares reports and maintains records Complies statistical information for appraisal and planning purposes Performs a wide scope of complex professional public health nursing services Provides lead direction, training and work coordination for other professional nurses. Other duties as assigned. IV Investigates outbreaks of communicable diseases; plans and implements programs for the prevention and control of communicable disease, including tuberculosis, sexually transmitted diseases, and AIDS Develops procedures to control the spread of communicable diseases and identify people needing public health services Provides interpretations of public health laws and regulations for others Assesses individuals and families, using health histories, observations of physical condition, and a variety of evaluative methods to identify health problems, health deficiencies, and health service needs Identifies psycho/social, cultural background, and environmental factors which may hinder health care services Assists with determining funding needs for the program Monitors budget expenditures Plans and coordinates services for special programs such as perinatal, maternal, child and adolescent (MCAH), or family planning Performs public health nursing activities to promote perinatal, child, and adolescent health Provides local case management and coordination for State mandated programs Participates in programs to enhance school children health Works with community groups to identify needs, develop and facilitate a variety of health services, and improve existing programs Refers individuals and families to appropriate agencies and clinics for health services Participates in programs to enhance community health services and education; attends conferences and workshops related to community health issues; Assists with the preparation of program and service policies and procedures; May supervise paraprofessional staff and volunteers; prepares reports and maintains records; Complies statistical information for appraisal and planning purposes; Performs a wide scope of complex professional public health nursing services; Provides lead direction, training and work coordination for other professional nurses. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Completion of sufficient education and experience to meet State of California certification requirements. I Some nursing experience in a public health setting is highly desirable. II One year of public health nursing experience comparable to a Public Health Nurse I with San Benito County. III One year of public health nursing experience comparable to a Public Health Nurse II with San Benito County IV One year of public health nursing experience comparable to a Public Health Nurse III with San Benito County. Special Requirements I-IV Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse in California Possession of a Certificate as a Public Health Nurse issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License. Knowledge Of/Ability To Knowledge of: I Principles, methods, practices, and current trends of general/public health nursing. Community aspects of public health nursing including community resources and demography. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable disease, public health, and disabling conditions. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to public health nursing programs. Child growth and development. Causes, means of transmission, and methods of control of communicable diseases, including sexually transmitted diseases, AIDS, and tuberculosis. Methods of promoting child and maternal health and public health. Principles of public health education. II Principles, methods, practices, and current trends of general and public health nursing and preventive medicine. Community aspects of public nursing including community resources and demography. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable disease, public health, and disabling conditions. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to public health nursing programs. Child growth and development. Unique psycho/social and cultural issues encountered in a rural health program. Causes, means of transmission, and methods of control of communicable disease. Methods of promoting child and maternal health and public health programs. III Principles, methods, practices, and current trends of general and public health nursing and preventative medicine. Community resources and demography influencing public health nursing services. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable disease, disabling conditions, and public health nursing services. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to public health nursing programs and services. Causes, means of transmission, and control of communicable diseases. Child growth and development. Unique psycho/social and cultural issues encountered in a rural health program. Principles of public health education. Program planning, evaluations and development principles. Principles of lead direction, program and work coordination, and training. IV Principles, methods, practices, and current trends of general and public health nursing and preventative medicine. Community resources and demography influencing public health nursing services. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing communicable disease, disabling conditions, and public health nursing services. Environmental, sociological, and psychological problems related to public health nursing programs and services. Causes, means of transmission, and control of communicable diseases. Child growth and development. Unique psycho/social and cultural issues encountered in a rural health program. Principles of public health education. Program planning, evaluations and development principles. Principles of lead direction, program and work coordination, and training. Ability to: I Learn to organize and carry out public health nursing activities in an assigned program. Develop and maintain public relations with clients, staff, community groups, and other government organizations. Collect, analyze, and interpret technical, statistical and health data. Analyze and evaluate health problems and take appropriate action. Provide instruction in the prevention of diseases. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Develop and maintain health records and prepare clear and concise reports. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, community organizations and other government agencies when explaining public health issues and providing public health services. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Effectively represent the Nursing Division in contacts with public, other county staff and other government agencies. II Plan, organize, and carry out public health nursing activities in an assigned program. Develop and maintain public relations with clients, staff, community groups, and other government organizations. Analyze and evaluate health problems and take appropriate action. Provide instruction in the prevention of diseases. Develop and maintain health records and prepare clear and concise reports. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, community organizations, and other staff when explaining public health issues and providing public health services. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. III Plan, organize, and carry out public health nursing activities and services for an assigned service area or program. Develop and maintain public relations with clients, staff, community groups and other government organizations. Collect, analyze and interpret technical, statistical and health data. Analyze and evaluate health problems and take appropriate action. Provide work direction and coordination for other staff. Provide instruction in the prevention and control of diseases. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Develop and maintain health records and prepare clear and concise reports. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, community organizations, and other staff when explaining public health issues and providing public health services. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. IV Plan, organize, and carry out public health nursing activities and services for an assigned service area or program. Develop and maintain public relations with clients, staff, community groups and other government organizations. Collect, analyze and interpret technical, statistical and health data. Analyze and evaluate health problems and take appropriate action. Provide work direction and coordination for other staff. Provide instruction in the prevention and control of diseases. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Develop and maintain health records and prepare clear and concise reports. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public, community organizations, and other staff when explaining public health issues and providing public health services. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits: Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly. Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly. Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit. 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year 15 + years of service = 20 days per year Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees. Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply. Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate. Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only. Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D. Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance. Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees. Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply. Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit. All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS. New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security. Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances. Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000). Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members Social Security (non-safety) Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service Sick Leave 15 Days Annually Floating Holiday 457 Deferred Compensation Credit Union Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D Tuition Reimbursement 01 I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed. Yes 02 Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses. Yes No 03 Do you possess a valid license as a Registered Nurse in California? Yes No 04 Please provide your RN license number here. If you do not have one, write "N/A". 05 Do you possess a certificate as a Public Health Nurse issued by the California State Board of Registered Nursing? Yes No 06 Are you proficient in the Spanish language? Yes No 07 Please indicate which positions you are interested in. Bilingual Non-Bilingual Limited-Term Part-Time Required Question Closing Date/Time: Continuous

The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 1/16/24, 2/20/24, 3/18/24, 4/15/24, 5/20/24, 6/17/24, 7/15/24, 8/19/24, 9/16/24, 10/15/24 Level I - $9,002.75 - $10,942.83/month Level II - $9,429.08 - $11,463.08/month Note: Vacancies may be permanent or intermittent on-call(per-diem). Note: For additional nursing opportunities please see Registered Nurse DCF Level I/II , Psychiatric Nurse Public Health Nurse class has two levels: (Level II) is the full journey level and (Level I) is designed to recruit nurses who do not meet the experience requirements for the full journey level. Incumbents works under supervision of a Supervising Public Nurse and may receive work direction from a Senior Public Health Nurse, or receive supervision from a higher level nurse, or receive supervision from a higher level health program manager with medical direction as needed from a physician or professional nurse, depending on job assignment. The focus of duties is on providing standard public health nursing services to individuals and families in homes, in group settings, in specialized clinics and in public health centers; or, assisting in a public health program focusing on one specific client group. Incumbents may be designated as nurse-in-charge or nurse-of-the-day for specific shifts or special-purpose-clinic assignments and when so designated may give work direction to other employees. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Professional public health nursing principles, procedures and techniques State of California laws and regulations on nursing practices Normal course of illnesses and disabilities, and their treatment Family planning methods Pre-natal, pregnancy and post-natal nutrition and medical care Infant and child care, growth, and development, including common illnesses Case management techniques and the care and treatment of high risk, physically impaired and developmentally disabled infants and children Substance abuse symptoms and intervention techniques Mental illness symptoms and intervention techniques Symptoms, prevention, reporting requirements and treatment of child and adult abuse and neglect Normal and abnormal family dynamics Basic techniques of organizing and conducting classes and training sessions on a variety of health subjects Basic individual and group counseling techniques applicable to public health nursing Common public and community health care resources Social and economic factors influencing individual and community health; Differing cultural, religious and social attitudes about hygiene, family planning, child care, and health treatment Proper handling and administering of biological Proper handling of contaminated items Causes, control, detection, prevention and treatment of common communicable diseases, environmentally based illnesses, sexually transmitted diseases, and food and water-borne illnesses; Basic procedures for conducting epidemiological investigations Standard medical record-keeping Ability to Affectively communicate with and gain the cooperation of clients, and potential clients, of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds Work cooperatively with other health and social service providers Effectively conduct interviews of patients and families to gain information to evaluate their medical situation Determine and apply effective means of intervening in cases of mental illness, and substance abuse Conduct and participate in in-service education and training Effectively demonstrate and teach care of infants, children, the disabled and chronically ill to individuals in their homes Effectively teach public group classes Gain cooperation of patients and other individuals in investigating and treating communicable diseases and environmentally based illnesses Tolerate unsanitary homes Learn and comply with laws, rules, regulations, protocols, and procedures, including security requirements, applicable to the work unit Recognize, and avoid or defuse, potentially dangerous situations and hostile people Accurately evaluate cases to determine caseload priorities Plan routes and schedule in-home visits to make the most effective use of time Learn to operate slide and movie projectors, and use other teaching aids Maintain patient confidentiality Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications (Level I) The registration and licensure requirements below. (Level II) Six months of experience as a licensed/certified Public Health Nurse performing public health nursing duties. Notes: 1. Experience requirements are stated as full-time work; to convert part-time to full-time equivalency: 173.6 hours = 21.7 days = 1 work month. 2. Required experience may be paid or unpaid Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications License / Certificate / Registration Requirements: All persons appointed to these classes must possess and maintain a current Registered Nurse license and public health nurse specialty certificate issued by the state of California. All persons appointed to these classes must possess and maintain a current California driver's license, class III or higher; failure to maintain such license may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Commission Rules. Persons appointed to these classes will be required to have, or obtain, and maintain a valid CPR certificate. Note: Failure to maintain such license and certification may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Commission Rules. Other Requirements: Some positions in the classes of Public Health Nurse and Senior Public Health Nurse may require the ability to communicate fluently in a language other than English, in addition to English. When required, the special skills may be used in the performance of typical tasks shown in the "Example of Duties" in this class specification. In addition, incumbents translate and interpret using standard English and a language other than standard English; and/or act as a consultant to others regarding the needs and problems presented by individuals of different languages and cultural backgrounds. The Civil Service Commission approved the use of selective certification for special skills for the classes of Public Health Nurse and Senior Public Health Nurse on May 12, 1989. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification (Level I & II) is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change. We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at dco@saccounty.gov or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586. Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Position Description We will be conducting Correctional Officer testing on Thursday, August 29th, 2024. To be invited to our next testing date submit your application no later than Sunday, August 18th, 2024. (Future testing dates: September 26th, October 31st, November 21st and December 19th) Correctional Officer I: $28.14 - $34.59 Correctional Officer II: $31.03 - $38.14 A correctional officer is a custodian of inmates in our jail system. It is a position of authority and commitment to integrity. It is a career that upholds the rules of incarceration yet protects the welfare of inmates. Rules at the jail are strictly enforced to protect visitors, correctional staff and inmates. JOIN OUR TEAM! Under supervision, maintains care and custody of inmates, security, and order on and off the property of Calaveras County; do related work as required, or conduct other duties as assigned by the Sheriff or his/her designee. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Correctional Officer I: This is the entry-level and first working level in the Correctional Officer series. Incumbents work in a learning capacity performing Correctional Officer duties related to the care, custody, and confinement of inmates at the County correctional facility. Initially given detailed direction and supervision in learning the techniques of supervising inmates and jail operations. Once experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult. Close supervision and frequent review of work lessens as the incumbent demonstrates skill to perform independent work. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the Correctional Officer II, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgement in matters related to work procedures and methods. Correctional Officer II: This is the fully-qualified level in the Correctional Officer series. Incumbents have increased responsibility and latitude when performing the full range of assigned duties. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Correctional Officer I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Incumbents at this level only receive occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arrives and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies in the jail. The incumbent may be required to assume the role of an acting, temporary shift Officer in Charge in certain situations when directed. This class is distinguished from the Correctional Corporal in that the latter is responsible for technical and functional direction of the lower level Correctional Officers and staff. Positions within the Correctional Officer series are flexibly staffed. These classifications function as peace officers within the authority and limits of California Penal Code Sections 830.1( c ) and 832. Example of Duties Receives, books, fingerprints, and photographs inmates. Receives and records personal property of inmates. Assures that inmates are searched, clothed, and assigned to cells. Confines and releases inmates from cells. Monitors inmate activities. Operates a County vehicle to transport and escort inmates to and from medical facilities, other detention facilities, courts, and other locations. Supervises inmates on work details both within and outside of the custodial facility. Patrols the internal and external perimeters of the custodial facility, making periodic inspections of conditions. Enforces rules and regulations governing the conduct of inmate and visitors. Examines mail and packages to be received by inmates. Maintains discipline and orderly conduct. Prevents, deters, and stops fights among inmates, restrains disorderly inmates. Uses appropriate verbal skills to prevent assault by inmates, and uses appropriate self-defense tactics to deflect assault by inmates. Investigates and/or handles medical emergencies and disorders. Administers CPR and first aid. Coordinates with custody nurse for the distribution of prescribed medications to inmates. Investigates crimes committed within the facility by inmate population and writes accurate reports regarding said investigation. Operates radios, telephones, and other communication equipment. Prepares required records pertaining to period of commitment. Prepares records and reports; completes forms. Discharges or transfers inmates, prepares appropriate reports and paperwork, releases personal property. Answers inquiries over the telephone related to jail policies and individual prisoners per applicable regulations. Receives and gives receipts for bail money; Supervises feeding of prisoners; Assists with routine clerical duties; Attends State mandated training(s) to achieve and maintain correctional officer certificate(s). Minimum Qualifications Correctional Officer I: Knowledge, Skill and Ability to Demonstrate an aptitude for correctional work, learn , understand and carry out oral and written instructions; learn the techniques of and perform inmate supervision; , learn, understand and apply departmental and other applicable laws and regulations; learn standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system, make independent decisions and adopt quick, effective and reasonable course of action with respect for the rights of others; work under stressful or dangerous conditions, often involving considerable personal risk or risk to others; maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports and other written materials; to learn from experience and apply knowledge gained effectively . Correctional Officer II: Knowledge of: (Full Performance): Human relations, inmate character and habits, supervision of inmates, disciplinary, security, emergency, and safety policies and procedures, departmental rules and regulations, location of routine and emergency equipment, and appropriate terminology. Skill to: (Full Performance): Use effective verbal and non-verbal communication; perform CPR and first-aid; use riot control equipment, restraining devices, fire extinguishers and other security and safety equipment; and drive a County vehicle while monitoring inmates. Demonstrate and maintain proficiency with firearms and other assigned defensive weapons and tools. Ability to: (Full Performance): Independently enforce jail policies and procedures to ensure the safety and security of the jail; independently supervise, monitor, and transport inmates; make quick, sound, and independent decisions based on facts; appraise situations and people accurately and adopt an effective course of action; keep records and reports; protect oneself and others; handle hostile inmates with minimum amount of force, observe and note unusual occurrences; be aware of surroundings; supervise inmates; and perform duties according to established policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Ability to supervise junior correctional officers and other staff when directed. Training and Experience Equivalent to graduation from high school and: Correctional Officer I: Successful completion of the Adult Corrections Officer CORE course as mandated by the California Board of State & Community Corrections (BSCC) and S.T.C. within one year of employment. Correctional Officer II: One year of experience equivalent to a Calaveras County Correctional Officer I, successful completion of the Adult Corrections Officer CORE course as mandated by the California Board of State & Community Corrections (BSCC), successful completion of the Penal Code 832 Laws of Arrest and Firearms certification course within one year of advancement to Correctional Officer II. Advancement and approval of merit increase is based on performance. Special Requirements Must be able to successfully complete a thorough Sheriff’s Department background investigation and be eligible to possess firearms. Possession of an appropriate California driver’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles is required. Successful completion of a P.C. 832 course and C.O.R.E training within the one-year probationary period of employment is required. Correctional Officers will be required to maintain proficiency and skill training throughout their career. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequently stand, walk and climb stairs and ladders; sit or stand for extended periods in one position; walk on sloped, slippery and/or uneven surfaces; ability to stoop, kneel, or bend to pick up or move objects weighing over 100 pounds with help; open heavy metal doors routinely throughout a shift, crawl through various areas moving on hands and knees; physical ability to restrain prisoners; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range, verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and FAX. Correctional officers are required to wear specialized equipment, some of which is heavy and worn daily. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in the documents and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. For more information on the CORE Course please visit: ACO CORE Manual http://www.bscc.ca.gov/s_stcprogramsandservices/ Calaveras County Public Service Employees Association For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County BENEFITS WEBPAGE. Please note that Extra-hire positions that are benefitted, are only offered our CORE medical plan and are not offered dental or vision. NEW * Assist-To-Own program to help Couny employees purchase a home. Program Highlights: Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan. Available with purchase of a primary residence. Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans). No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify. Flexible guidelines: Minimum FICO 640; Maximum DTI 50%. Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA. For more information, vists Calaveras County Assist-to-Own Uniform Allowance: $750 or $900 per calendar year for specific positionssplit into monthly payments.Payments will be made monthly on the second pay check. Qualifying Classifications : Crime Scene Specialist/Property Room Manager, Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III, Correctional Cook I/II, Correctional Technician, Correctional Officer, Correctional Corporal, Correctional Sergeant, Dispatcher Clerk, Sr. Dispatcher, and Animal Control Officer I/II/III. The County shall pay a two hundred dollar and four cent ($200.04) per calendar year uniform maintenance allowance to Animal Care Specialist. Professional Time Off : 80 hours annually, prorated to 40 hours if hired after July 1st. Qualifying Classifications : Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV Extra-Hire: Extra-hire employees are not eligible for step advances, vacation, seniority rights, holiday pay or other certain employee benefits. They are entitled to 24 hours of sick leave per year and eligilbe for the county's CORE Medical plan but not eligible for dental or vision insurance. Vacation days: 0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year. After 6 months you can take your first week. 3 - 10 complete years = 120 hours per year 10 years+ = 160 per year Holidays :14 paid holidays per year. Life Insurance through ReliaStar: $50,000.00 County paid. After 65 years of age, pays out 65%, after 70 years of age ReliaStar pays out 32.5%. Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period. 60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling. Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 3.5% merit increase may be granted.Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step. Probation Period: New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods. Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following: 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005) 6 years 10 years 15 years 20 years 25 years Bi-Lingual pay :$50 per month for specific approved job classifications. Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement - Max contribution of $2,500 annually Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account - Max contribution of $5,000 annually Section 125 Plan :Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from arepresentative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site. AFLAC Heart & Stroke Insurance Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Universal Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance LEGALSHEILD CALPERS RETIREMENT INFORMATION: CalPERS: CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62 Extra-Hire's will be enrolled into Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) unless you are already a member of CalPERS. ??????? SAFETY CalPERS: for Correctional Officer, Correctional Corporal, Correctional Sergeant and Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III. CLASSIC MEMBERS: 3% at 50 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2.7% at 57 Additional Retirement Plan: The County offers a 457(b) Government plan. Employees can contribute to this deferred compensation plan ( Pre-Tax ).The County currently utilizes VALIC. Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month.

Position Description Scheduled Salary Increases 5% increase effective 5/13/24 ($93,860 - $114,114 Annually) Step 6 effective 7/8/24 ($93,860 - $119,808 Annually) 3% increase effective 5/12/25 ($96,668 - $123,370 Annually) APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THE RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE ONLY The Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health invites applications for the position of Mental Health Nurse II . Incumbents provide direct and indirect mental health nursing services to the community. Responsibilities include evaluation of psychological, physical, and social status of an individual or family; conjoint, group, and family therapy; crisis intervention services; and referral to other appropriate community agencies. Mental Health Nurses who are assigned to perform charge/lead worker duties, including assigning, reviewing, and coordinating the work of other employees, shall receive seventy-five and no/dollars ($75.00) per pay period pro-rated for the actual number of hours worked in that capacity. Other duties may include program leadership and input in project/program scope of work and outcomes. Fresno County is a richly diverse community, and in order to support and serve ALL persons in our community, the Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health is dedicated to ensuring an inclusive overall system of care through a commitment to equity, diversity, and affirming care. We are dedicated to providing quality, culturally responsive services that promote wellness, recovery, and resilience for individuals and families whom we serve. It is imperative for us to protect and improve the lives of Fresno County residents served by the Department and our partners in our system of care by acknowledging the long-standing historic and ongoing inequities that black, indigenous and people of color, those living in poverty, LGBTQ+ members and other marginalized and underserved communities have experienced with the behavioral health system. We place a great deal of importance on having Behavioral Health system of care team members who possess lived experience, are reflective of our community, and have the expertise to ensure our workforce is culturally and linguistically responsive and maximizes our diversity to render quality services in the most responsive, affirming, and caring manner possible for the persons we serve. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill both extra-help and permanently allocated positions. Individuals selected for extra-help appointment may be transitioned to a permanently allocated position at a later date as authorized by the Fresno County Personnel Rules. Positions in this classification are in Medical Group III - Heavy Physical Activity. This group includes positions which require heavy physical effort using arms, legs, back and trunk in frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling objects weighing (or offering resistance equivalent to) over 25 pounds. Generally, considerable bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, as well as standing and walking are involved. Physical stamina is usually required and explosive strength using bursts of energy may be required, depending upon specific position assignments. Eligible candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Samples of Duties The information listed below is meant to serve as samples of job duties and responsibilities for positions in this classification. This list is neither inclusive nor exclusive, but indicative of several types of duties performed. Consequently, this information does not reflect Essential Functions for any given position in this classification. Provides mental health nursing, including crisis intervention services within the outpatient clinic or in the community. Prepares and administers medications per departmental policies. Observes and charts results of treatment and medications. Assists individuals and families in implementing crisis resolution. Works with psychiatrist in evaluating patient's immediate life situation, relevant past events, and current inter-personal relations in order to recommend and implement treatment plans. Assists in helping protect the patient from himself and/or to protect others. Provides mental health care coordination for individuals and families through referral, collaboration, and liaison activities with local service providers and community agencies or organizations. Participates in staff development programs and in staff conferences regarding cases and latest therapeutic techniques. Uses knowledge of psychotropic medications to obtain prompt ordering of medications from the physician on duty and/or Nurse Practitioner and to report any side effects. Assists in training Licensed Vocational Nurses and Licensed Psychiatric Technicians, which includes student nurses in both undergraduate and master's programs, family practice residents, paraprofessionals and newly recruited nursing personnel. May act as a triage nurse with walk-in patients and phone calls. May be responsible for answering 24-hour "crisis" phone and provide counseling within scope of expertise or make necessary referrals to other agencies, facilities and/or other individuals. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of : Federal, state and local laws and regulations governing mental health; Principles, practices, and legal requirements related to mental health nursing, including involuntary/voluntary treatment; Department policies, rules, regulations, and procedures; Community resources to provide continuity of client care; Principles and practices of efficient and effective medical case management; Normal and abnormal physiological development and behavior. Skills/Abilities to : Display effective organizational and time management principles and techniques; Identify and be responsive to the mental health needs of clients; Remain knowledgeable and proficient in nursing practices through readings, research, professional organizations, academic training, and participation in direct client services; Accurately follow both oral and written instructions; Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with people of various educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds; Work effectively under pressure and rapidly in difficult or emergency situations; Operate a computer in the completion of assignments; Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all organizational levels, as well as with other agencies and the public; Demonstrate and maintain a high degree of initiative, maturity, integrity, and good judgment. Minimum Qualifications Experience : Two years of full-time, paid experience equivalent to that gained as a Mental Health Nurse I in Fresno County. License : Valid Registered Nurse License issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Registered Nursing. Possession of a valid Class "C" driver's license, or equivalent. TO PREVENT THE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE NOTE : Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and filing requirements for this position by the filing deadline. A completed Fresno County employment application is required (must be current, complete and accurate; amendments will not be allowed after the filing deadline). Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Please fully list your education/work experience; including current position. Failure to list current, complete and accurate education/work experience within the job application (including employment with the County of Fresno) will result in the disqualification of your application. This position requires a valid Registered Nurse License issued by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs, Board of Registered Nursing. Please provide your applicable license number on your application. Failure to list this information will result in the disqualification of your application. A valid driver's license number must be listed on your application. Failure to provide this number on your application will result in your application not being accepted. SELECTION PROCESS: Depending upon the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications and filing requirements, applicants will be scheduled for one of the processes listed below: Certify Without Examination - In instances where the number of eligible candidates is less than or equal to the number of qualified applicants the Department is entitled to receive under Personnel Rule 4212, the competitive examination process will be waived, and the names will be certified without an examination. Oral Examination - If required, the oral examination will be offered in an online format. Please indicate on the supplemental questionnaire if you have the ability to complete an online examination. Successful candidates will be placed on an employment list effective for a minimum of 3 months (may be extended for up to 12 months from the date of establishment) and certified in final rank order as vacancies occur. REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS : Fresno County Employment Application (must be current, complete, and accurate; amendments will not be allowed after the filing deadline). Supplemental Questionnaire Please note : All required application materials must be received online only via our website by the closing date and time of this recruitment. Applications submitted via U.S. mail, in person in our office, email or fax will not be accepted. Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of an application. HOW TO APPLY : Applications must be submitted online only . An online application can be found at: FresnoCountyJobs.com . Open Job Information Flyer and click "Apply" to begin the online application process. Failure to complete the job application or failure to follow the application instructions will result in the disqualification of the applicant. Amendments will not be accepted after the filing deadline. Once the filing date has passed, you may check the status of this recruitment at any time by logging on to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/fresnoca . Please be advised that it is the applicant's responsibility to notify Human Resources of any mailing address and telephone number changes. Notices sent via U.S. mail from Human Resources are not forwarded ("Return Service" is requested, therefore, mail will not be sent to a forwarding address). For the safety of our employees, the County of Fresno complies with all Federal, State and Local Orders related to COVID-19, including Cal OSHA Emergency Temporary Standards. The County of Fresno is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Fresno County to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factor. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS - The County of Fresno is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, examination or selection process may contact Human Resources at (559) 600-1830 at least five days prior to the scheduled date or deadline . EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Analyst: Sidney Thompson Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction Prior to employment, candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment background check, physical exam and drug screening. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Initiates the nursing process and performs journey-level nursing care, including therapeutic measures prescribed by medical authority within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act and department policy. Evaluates the total nursing needs of the patient including physical, psychological, spiritual, cultural and socio-economic; participates in planning, coordinating and administering total patient care; evaluates symptoms, reactions, and progress; participates in preparation and implementation of written nursing care plans for individual patients; may participate in or lead therapy groups. Participates in the orientation, teaching, leading and evaluating of assigned para-professional and/or technical personnel; participates in teaching patients the principles of health and self care. May facilitate insurance billing and other reimbursement-related procedures by processing appropriate paperwork and making necessary internal and external contacts. May consult with therapeutic multi-disciplinary team in reviewing patient progress and success of treatment plans. May provide crisis intervention, crisis stabilization and follow-up therapy; may make crisis referrals as required. Keeps records of patient’s health care treatment and/or hospital stay; prepares reports and standard forms. Works with patients and families through teaching, counseling, and other methodology in order to help them understand, cope with, and accept illness, treatment, and therapy; assists in self care strategies. May function as a charge nurse; may assume full responsibility for the supervision of a shift in the absence of a Staff Nurse IV, Staff Nurse V or Nursing Department Manager; may supervise and assist nursing personnel in the performance of patient care. Maintains and updates knowledge base and nursing skills by reading literature, attending workshops, lectures, conferences, and classes as may be required by the Administration of the Department of Health Care Services. Participates on committees as assigned; as assigned, may represent the Department of Health Care Services to outside agencies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note : Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application. Failure to complete the application or supplemental questionnaire in its entirety may delay the application process. Staff Nurse I Licenses & Certificates : Current registration as a nurse in the State of California or possession of an interim permit issued by the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. Staff Nurse II Licenses & Certificates : Current registration as a nurse in the State of California or possession of an interim permit issued by the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. Experience : Employment in the San Joaquin County Department of Health Care Services as a Student Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant or Licensed Vocational Nurse during enrollment in a registered nurse training program. Staff Nurse III Experience : Six months as a registered nurse in an acute care or mental health facility. Substitution : Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing may be substituted for the required experience. Licenses and Certificates : Current registration as a nurse in the State of California; or possession of an interim permit issued by the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. Special Requirement : Possession of a San Joaquin County Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) certificate, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificate, completion of an approved ICU/CCU training course, or other approved training or experience may be required for assignment or continued assignment to specialized nursing units. KNOWLEDGE Theory, practices and techniques of nursing; safety principles and practices, applicable Federal and State laws as related to patient care. ABILITY Lead and assist members of the health care team; maintain a high standard of care; deal with patients empathetically and respectfully while performing treatments prescribed; instruct patients in self care and preventative health strategies; follow oral and written instructions of technical and professional nature accurately; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; maintain a safe facility environment; maintain cohesiveness and communication as a team during high stress; establish and maintain effective customer service; maintain accurate records and prepare routine reports; participate effectively in performance improvement processes; provide and promote a positive learning environment. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Constant walking; frequent operation of a keyboard; standing for long periods of time, pushing/pulling, bending and squatting; occasional sitting for long periods of time, running, climbing stairs and climbing; Frequency of Lifting -Frequent restraining lifting/turning of heavy objects or people; Visual Requirements -Constant need for overall vision, color and depth perception, hand/eye coordination, and field of vision/peripheral vision; frequent reading and close up work; Dexterity -Frequent holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion and writing; Hearing/Talking -Constant hearing of normal speech; frequent hearing and talking on telephone or radio; occasional hearing of faint sounds and talking over public address; Emotional/Psychological Factors -Constant concentration and public contact; occasional exposure to hazardous materials; frequent exposure to emergency situations, including trauma, grief and death, decision making, working weekends and nights; occasional work at heights, working alone and overtime; Environmental Conditions -Frequentexposure to assaultive behavior by clients; occasional exposure to noise, cold/heat, and hazardous materials, dirt, dust, smoke, fumes and poor ventilation. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides full-time employees and part-time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premiums. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 15 days each year up to 10 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Accrual rate is prorated for part-time employees eligible for benefits. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Educational Leave : Each fiscal year, department heads grant 40 hours to full-time employees or 24 hours to part-time employees eligible for benefits of educational leave that are not carried beyond the end of the fiscal year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range (1840 hours for part-time employees), they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Standby Pay : Employees designated by appointing authority to be in standby status is compensated at 33.33% of their regular hourly rate. Educational Supplement: Any bargaining unit nurse who meets at least one of the following criteria will receive an Educational Supplement equal to 5% of their base salary: For those classifications that require an Associate's Degree of Nursing, the nurse has a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. (Nurses who work in Mental Health may substitute a Bachelor's Degree in Pyschology or Social Worker for a degree in Nursing.) For those classifications that require a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, the nurse has a Master's of Science in Nursing. Possess National or approved International certification in the specialty area in which the nurse currently is assigned. Possess CCRN Certification and active ACLS Certificate. Provide proof of completion of a critical care class and active ACLS Certificate. License/Certificate Fees : The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the CNA MOU for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at San Joaquin County General Hospital at no cost to the employee. Job Sharing : Any regular, permanent full-time employee may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program. Eligible employees (civil service and part-time eligible for benefits) may be reimbursed for career-related course work taken on the employee’s own time up to $850 per fiscal year; an employee enrolled in an approved degree program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY FILING DATES: September 19, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. (Pacific Time) This opportunity will remain open until the needs of the service are met EXAM NUMBER: b4741F-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Mental Health Program Manager II vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Mental Health Program Manager II. Essential Job Functions Performs the full range of administrative supervision to plan, assign, oversee, and evaluate the work of subordinate staff and provides technical guidance and support to staff within the scope of practice. Participates in the development, negotiation, implementation, and management of the budget for the Countywide program support operational areas, clinic, or programs overseen; ensures that budget and contract allocations reflect program priorities; and takes corrective action where necessary. Formulates policies and procedures concerning program administration, ensuring compliance with Federal and State Medicare and Medicaid regulations for reimbursement claiming and maximum recovery costs for directly operated billable services. Develops and monitors revenue-generation procedures and objectives for programs managed, including achievement of revenue goals. Develops and implements reporting procedures to ensure that program services utilization and revenue data are reported accurately and in a timely manner. Coordinates the delivery of staff training necessary to maintain mandated levels of services. Monitors service delivery to ensure that services conform to acceptable standards of care and establishes and modifies program monitoring and review methods as necessary. Oversees audits and the implementation of audit recommendations for programs managed. Represents managed programs in meetings with representatives of other County departments, State and Federal agencies, and other public and private entities. In conjunction with the Patients' Rights Division, investigates complaints from patients and others about programs and services under managerial oversight. Works in a collaborative and timely manner with departmental human resources representatives in matters such as employee investigations and performance, requesting new positions, and reorganizing and relocating staff. Initiates and approves requisitions for supplies and personnel required to operate programs administered. Assists in the negotiation, implementation, and evaluation of departmental program contracts within the jurisdictions served by the programs, as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Option I: A valid, current license to practice as a clinical social worker, marriage and family therapist, psychologist, or registered nurse issued by the appropriate State of California licensing agency - AND - One year providing managerial direction, through subordinate supervisors, in the operation of mental health services delivery programs comprised of multidisciplinary treatment and support staff, at the level of Mental Health Program Manager I. Option II: A valid, current license to practice as a clinical social worker, marriage and family therapist, psychologist, or registered nurse issued by the appropriate State of California licensing agency - AND - Three years of experience supervising a multi-disciplinary team at the level of Mental Health Supervisor, Senior Mental Health Counselor, R.N., or Supervising Psychologist. Option III: A Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Health, Nursing, Health Administration, Human Services, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely-related field from an accredited college or university - AND - Two years’ experience providing managerial direction through subordinate supervisors at the level of Mental Health Program Manager I - OR - Five years of bona-fide supervisory experience* providing administrative and technical direction at the level of Health Program Analyst III**. A Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Health, Nursing, Health Administration, Human Services, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely-related field from an accredited college or university will be accepted for one year of the required experience.” *Bona-fide supervisory experience includes responsibility for planning, assigning and reviewing the work of staff, evaluating employee performance, participating in interviewing and selecting new staff, and performance management. **Health Program Analyst III is defined as supervising a team of analysts and other technical and support personnel providing technical and consultative services to the management of a health program; or overseeing an organizational-wide health program. NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPEREIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE FULLY MET AND INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION BY THE LAST DAY OF FILING . NO WITHHOLDS WILL BE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE Applications must be filed online only. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add najordan@dmh.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com and info@governmentjob.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notification from being filtered as span/junk/clutter mail. Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information. You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. Plan to submit your online application well in advance before the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on govermmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty,gov you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE 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 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. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: HR Examinations Unit: (213) 972-7034 HR Examinations Unit Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov Analyst Contact Phone: Nicholas Jordan, (323) 705-3925 Analyst Contact Email: najordan@dmh.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (213) 972-7034 TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 735-2922 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONES : (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction THIS IS A NEW CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION . 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. APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME . Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications will only be accepted on-line . Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. 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 will only be accepted on-line. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. DESCRIPTION ALAMEDA COUNTY HEALTH Alameda County Health is the local government agency that promotes and protects the health and well-being of all who live, work, learn, and play in Alameda County. We coordinate services and cultivate partnerships with community organizations and providers to help ensure access, organize, and deliver health care and services to people with Medi-Cal and without insurance, support resilient communities, and improve health for all. We focus on health equity by developing programs and systemic solutions that reduce disparities for the people and communities we serve. Alameda County Health’s departments and programs focus on services and support that provide care for the whole person. • The Behavioral Health Department provides mental health and substance use services for people with Medi-Cal and without insurance and supports people along their path to wellness, recovery, and resilience. • The Environmental Health Department works to keep our air, water, and food safe; it regulates, protects, and promotes the health of everyone in Alameda County by enforcing environmental health codes to reduce exposure to toxins and diseases. • The Public Health Department focuses on community and population-level health, preventing and addressing root causes of health inequity across a range of communicable and chronic diseases. • Alameda County Health also provides services through Housing and Homelessness Services, Emergency Medical Services Agency, HealthPAC, and Healthy Schools and Communities. PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT As part of Alameda County Health, the Public Health Department works in partnership with our local communities to ensure the optimal health and well-being of all people. We monitor health status and service delivery, prevent disease, mobilize communities, conduct outreach, and promote health policy and education. We actively seek partnerships and engage with the community to improve community health through a dynamic and responsive process that respects diversity, addresses health equity, and challenges us to provide for present and future generations. We are nurses, doctors, community psychologists, epidemiologists, dentists, medical social workers, physical and occupational therapists, dietitians, outreach workers, health educators, program managers, and pre-hospital care coordinators. THE POSITION Registered Nurse IIIs act as lead nurses, assist in providing direction, consultation, coordination and review of the work of professional nursing, and para-professional staff on an assigned team; precept nursing students; plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the delivery of nursing care services to individuals and communities; assist in the management of a program/project; and perform related duties as required. THE VACANCIES The current vacancies for this position are located in the Social Services Agency and in thefollowing programs of the Public Health Department; Adult Protective Services, Nurse Family Partnership, Nursing Administration, and Tuberculosis Control (TB). However, the eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in other program areas. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications below, these positions require possession of a current and valid California Public Health Nursing (PHN) certificate issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. ALAMEDA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH NURSES Public Health Nurses (PHNs) work as part of multidisciplinary teams and are embedded inside well-funded comprehensive programs to ensure that our diverse, low-income, multi-stressed individuals, families, and communities are served in holistic ways. PHNs work in multiple programs/units as case managers, community engagement specialists, consultants, coordinators, educators, health screeners, inspectors, investigators, and vaccinators, in the areas of Children’s Medical Services, Central Referral and Intake, Chronic Disease, Communicable Disease, Community Engagement, Immunization Assistance, Correctional Health, Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health, Nurse Education, Nurse Recruitment, Occupational Health, Older Adults and Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response. The Public Health Department maintains a Memorandum of Understanding with the Alameda County Social Services Agency for the provision of PH Nursing services to clients in the Departments of Adult and Aging Services (Adult Protective Services, Public Conservator, Public Guardian, and In-Home Supportive Services) and Children and Family Services (Foster Care Assessment Center and the Medically Fragile and Services to Enhance Early Development Units). Descriptions of some of these program/units are specifically highlighted below: PROGRAM OVERVIEW Adult Protective Services (APS) and Foster Care PHNs provide nursing case management services to clients with complicated chronic medical conditions. These conditions often render the client vulnerable to ongoing abuse and neglect and at risk for additional medical emergencies, further traumatizing clients and creating cycles of recidivism. Casework may include home visits (to client's residence, hospital, board & care home, health clinic, day program or skilled nursing facility) to conduct an assessment, engagement of the client and client's informal and formal support system in accordance with the service plan of the APS Social Worker, which is designed to reduce or eliminate risk for the client. PHNs will provide health education to clients and their caregivers and/or family and will advocate on behalf of clients for access to required medical services. PHN Case Managers may recognize and coordinate care for varying stages of dementia and cognition; identifying and facilitating appropriate level of care, which could lead to out-of-home placement (such as skilled-nursing facilities, board and cares etc.); facilitating the enrollment process and care provider selection for In-Home Support Services (IHSS) or the selection of other care appropriate providers; and coordinating services, such as Meals-on-Wheels, Friendly Visitors, transportation services (i.e. Paratransit). Nurse Family Partnership Nurse-Family Partnership is a home visiting program that partners nurses with low income first-time moms residing primarily in Oakland, in order to improve birth outcomes, increase self-sufficiency and improve child development. Case management services begin in pregnancy and continue until the child reaches two years old. During that time, families receive health education and assessments, child development information and screenings and help with goal setting so that they can create better lives for their child and themselves. Nursing Administration The Nursing Administration Office sits inside of the Public Health Nursing Division and is comprised of the Central Intake and Referral Unit, Education and Professional Development Unit, Public Health Nurse Recruitment and Retention Unit, Quality Improvement and Nurse Informatics Units, and Occupational Health Unit. Public Health Nurses (PHNs) as analysts, consultants, coordinators, educators, improvement specialists, and recruiters work as part of multi-disciplinary teams in the Nursing Administration Office to advance and strengthen the role, function, and development of PH Nursing services. Staff in the Nursing Administration Office collaborate with internal and external partners in the development of policy and professional nursing standards of care that support the health of Alameda County residents. Tuberculosis Control (TB) The Tuberculosis Control program staff includes public health nurses, community health outreach workers, physicians and clerical support staff working collectively toward the program's priorities and objectives to: Ensure early identification and reporting of all persons with TB and ensure timely completion of appropriate therapy; Ensure contacts to persons with infectious TB are promptly identified, examined, and if appropriate, complete treatment for latent TB infection (LTBI); Reduce occurrence of sentinel events (pediatric TB cases and TB deaths); and Identify persons (other than contacts) with LTBI at risk for progression to TB disease, and treatment of those persons with an effective drug regimen. TB staff also consults with physicians, schools, hospital nurses and others in the community on Tuberculosis. Additionally, they monitor the number of TB cases yearly and determine other steps that need to be taken to control Tuberculosis in Alameda County. IHSS Program The IHSS Program is a home visiting program across all 58 counties in California. The Alameda County Public Health Nurse primary role is to conduct an assessment/reassessment of clients that are at risk for out of home placement and to prevent premature institutionalization and/or nursing home placement. The program serves eligible individual across the lifespan who are aged, blind, and disabled to remain safely in their own homes. The public health nurse carries a caseload focused exclusively on IHSS recipients identified as having paramedical service needs for example GT feedings/Tracheostomy/diabetes management/home dialysis. The PHN conducts comprehensive in-home assessment and reassessment to address the medical, nursing, and psychosocial aspects of the client’s health. In addition, the PHN provides health education and management of chronic medical conditions. The PHN is expected to have knowledge of the health delivery system, applying the nursing process, comfortable conducting a thorough assessment, and communicate effectively with clients. Under the supervision of the Supervising Public Health Nurse (RN IV); the RN II/PHN serves as part of a multidisciplinary team who are responsible for assessing clients’ ability to live safely in their home by evaluating the risk for institutionalization, monitoring client’s progress through any prescribed rehabilitative, and providing case management in coordination with other departments, agencies, and health providers. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate is an experienced public health nurse with solid clinical skills, who is a proven problem solver and effective team leader with the ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, collaborate with community partners, and is dedicated to providing timely, courteous and knowledgeable consultation and education to clients, external community, health care partners, internal staff and team members. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess the following competencies: Detail-oriented and able to review documentation of case management activities for accuracy and completeness Provide oversight to public health nurses who conduct case assessment/investigation, case management and care coordination services to high risk, low income Alameda County residents in their own homes, clinics, schools, or other community settings. Thrives in a rapidly-changing work environment. Able to shift direction and priorities as needed. Is proficient with entering, managing andanalyzing information from web-based information systems. Must have a commitment to providing the highest quality of services. Must be able to maintain focus and composure while responding to urgent situations requiring rapid response. Possess the ability to work with and embrace individuals from diverse backgrounds. Be an exceptional listener and analytical thinker/investigator who possesses strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrates competence in the following areas; analysis and assessment, interpreting and implementing policies, procedures and regulations as they relate to nursing,cultural competence, public health sciences, training, mentoring, leadership and systems thinking. This is a continuous filing exam with filing deadlines quarterly on thefourth Friday. The next filing deadlines are on the following date at 5:00 PM: February 29, 2024 (10th Cutoff) May 24, 2024 (11th Cutoff) July 26, 2024 (12th Cutoff) October 25, 2024 (13th Cutoff) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I The equivalent of two years of full-time, recent experience within the last 5 years as a Registered Nurse II in the Alameda County classified service. Or II The equivalent of three years of full-time, recent nursing experience within the past 5 years, at a level of, or higher than, the Alameda County class of Registered Nurse II in a clinical and/or public health setting. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications below, these positions require possession of a current and valid California Public Health Nursing (PHN) certificate issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. License: Possession of a current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Some positions may require a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Certificate: Possession of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certificates issued by the American Heart Association for professional healthcare providers. Additional Special Requirements: 1. In compliance with the Administrative Simplification provision of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), employees in this classification are required to possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job. 2. In compliance with Medicare regulations, employees in this classification are required to complete the "Medicare Enrollment Process for Physicians and non-Physician Practitioners" through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, prior to their first day on the job. Active enrollment in Medicare is a condition of employment. Failure to attain or maintain active enrollment will result in termination. 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: Knowledge of: Theories, principles, procedures, techniques, standards and practices of nursing and public health nursing. Current trends in public health and public nursing. Local, State and Federal codes and regulations governing the field of nursing and public health nursing practice. Wellness to illness continuum, including major disease processes to evaluate the condition of clients, families, and/or community. Disparities in health outcomes for vulnerable populations, including socio-economic and environmental factors affecting health equity. Ten Essential Public Health Services. Principles and practices of public health education and teaching, and interviewing, assessment, and counseling techniques. Health systems, agencies, community resources and patterns of referral. Basic principles and practices of supervision and leadership. Cultural, environmental, sociological and psychological differences and problems. Safety and infection control principles, practices and methods. Quality assurance and quality improvement indicators. Control and prevention of communicable and chronic disease. Mandated reporting requirements. Medical terminology and documentation. Basic auditing skills. Ability to: Facilitate and model effective written and oral communications with attention to linguistic preferences and cultural proficiency to influence behavior and improve health. Plan, organize, assign and evaluate the work of others. Understand, interpret, explain ad apply laws, regulations, policies and written and oral direction. Exercise interpersonal sensitivity and group interaction skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Gather and analyze data. Problem solve and draw logical conclusions. Prioritize work and coordinate several activities to meet critical deadlines. Work independently and adapt to change. Assess the health status and concerns of clients and communities. Assess, monitor, implement and evaluate program services and operations. Exercise sound independent judgement within scope of authority and practice. Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interactions. Provide public health nursing services and case management. Maintain patient confidentiality. Respond effectively to emergency situations. Incorporate departmental core values and ethical standards of practice into all interactions with individuals, organizations and communities. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: A review of applicants' application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those applicants who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. A review of candidates’ Supplemental Questionnaires to determine the best qualified. Those candidates considered the best qualified will move on to the final step in the examination process. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates' final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components. 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. To learn more about our recruitment and 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 email 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 11th and 12th Cutoff: Deadline for Filing: 5:00PM, Friday, July 26, 2024 Review of Minimum Qualifications: July 29, 2024 Screening for Best Qualified: August 9, 2024 Civil Service Oral Examination: To be Determined Department Hiring Interviews: Ongoing TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN 13th Cutoff: Deadline for Filing: 5:00PM, Friday, October 25, 2024 Review of Minimum Qualifications: October 30, 2024 Screening for Best Qualified: November 18, 2024 Civil Service Oral Examination: Week of December 9, 2024 Department Hiring Interviews: Ongoing *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 statutes. 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 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Employee Mortgage Loan Program 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, Noreplyalamedacountyhr@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. 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 boxes Noreply@jobaps.com and noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org are routed to unmonitored mailboxes. 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. Angelica Cuevas, HR Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 271-5154 or email Angelica.Cuevas@acgov.org DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 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: Continuous

Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FIRST DAY OF FILING: October 6, 2017 at 8:00 A.M., (PST) Until the needs of the services are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5134J Correctional Health Services - 20% Recruitment and Retention Bonus The County of Los Angeles is currently offering up to 20% bonus for full-time Registered Nurse II, Correctional Health positions hired by Correctional Health Services and working on-site in a designated facility to meet critical healthcare needs for the uniquely underserved jail population. COVID-19 VACCINATION: All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION “ To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care” TYPE OF RECRUITMENT - OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY DEFINITION: This experienced level class provides professional nursing care and services to inmate patients in a correctional setting. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this experienced-level expert class report to higher-level nurses or providers. This position applies recognized nursing principles and practices in providing professional nursing care and/or services under supervision in a variety of settings. Duties are performed in accordance with specific instructions, departmental policies and procedures, and established general written standards of nursing care. Positions are responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care as part of an interdisciplinary team. This experienced RN integrates theoretical knowledge with clinical experience utilizing a systems approach in the delivery of patient care and/or services. Positions at this level serve as a professional role model, may provide direction, and act as an effective resource person for others. This includes coaching, precepting, and leading other nursing and non-nursing staff. Nursing practice at this level demonstrates the application of expert assessment skills; independent judgment and action; and adherence to patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines. While on duty, the Registered Nurse II, Correctional Health, may be required to prevent and control the behavior of inmate patients that is not in accordance with custody facility rules. Essential Job Functions Follows established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. Complies with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements. Interprets and supports standards and requirements to others. Conducts self-assessment of performance and identifies own learning needs. Seeks assistance and feedback regarding patient and clinical practice issues. Accepts personal accountability and demonstrates initiative in continuing to develop nursing knowledge and skills. Assessment/Reassessment: Interviews patient and other individuals to collect information as part of a comprehensive assessment. Observes and analyzes overall patient condition, including physically assessing the patient. Identifies economic, educational, and cultural barriers; patient values and beliefs; spiritual influences; age specific and biophysical needs according to accepted standards of practice and departmental policy and procedures. Reviews all available information including medical records, patient history, and other documentation. Planning: Formulates a plan of care and/or nursing care plan based upon assessment and in accordance with provider orders and/or department's standardized procedures. Identifies nursing care objectives and makes appropriate referrals. Prioritizes patient care needs and activities as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Evaluates and modifies plans of care, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and develops measurable long and short-term goals. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other interdisciplinary patient care team members. Implementation: Provides individualized and specialized nursing care and administers medications and treatments to patients as prescribed and/or in accordance with approved departmental standardized procedures. Observes patient's response to interventions and treatments and monitors for side effects of medication administration. Recognizes and responds to changes in patient status timely and appropriately. Intervenes when situations call for immediate action. Performs efficiently in emergency situations. Coordinates delivery of patient care with other services and disciplines to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Evaluation/Monitoring: Observes, evaluates, and communicates the effects of treatments and intervention. Communicates changes in the plan of care to other members of the interdisciplinary team. Documents patient's response to treatment or nursing care. Reassesses and revises plan of care in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Three years of full-time experience* at the level of the County of Los Angeles classification of Registered Nurse I**. LICENSE(S) REQUIRED: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Applicants must ensure the License Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. A current, active certification in accordance with the American Heart Associate's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of the required BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or email it to exam analyst at jhernandezgutierrez@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. The required license and certificate MUST be current and unrestricted: a provisional, conditional or restricted license and certificate will NOT be accepted. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Full-time experience must be post-license only . **Experience at the level of the County of Los Angeles classification of Registered Nurse I is defined as: Providing professional nursing care in a variety of patient care settings (e.g., critical care, emergency room, medical/surgical, operating room, neonatal intensive care, labor and delivery, intermediate/telemetry, psychiatric care, correctional nursing, etc.). The primary scope of practice involves applying the nursing process to assess basic or routine patient conditions and needs; identify a nursing diagnosis; and develop, implement, and evaluate a patient-centered plan of care. Participating in conducting prospective, concurrent, and retrospective utilization reviews of patient services or hospitalization to maintain quality of care and fiscal responsibility. Desirable Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree*** in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science degree*** in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution. ***In order to receive credit for a college degree on this examination, you must include a legible photocopy of your "official" diploma(s), "official" transcripts, or "official" letter (s) from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or or email to the exam analyst at jhernandezgutierrez@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online . Accreditation 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. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. The names of candidates will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job-related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); substance abuse; anyone on probation. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT AND AT ANY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS. APPOINTEES WILL BE IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH INMATE PATIENTS IN A JAIL ENVIRONMENT TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL NURSING CARE AND SERVICES TO INMATE PATIENTS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in throughout the Department of Health Services - Correctional Facilities. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email then to the Exam Analyst within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-7124 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Jessica Hernandez Gutierrez, Exam Analyst Telephone Number : (213) 288-7000 Email Address: jhernandezgutierrez@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here

Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FILING START DATE: 7/27/2015 AT 8:00 A.M. - UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAM NUMBER: Y5134H REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION REGARDING NOTIFICATION OF EXAM RESULTS. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY CONTACT THE EXAM ANALYST IF THEY WOULD LIKE TO SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY * * THIS EXAMINATION WILL BE USED TO FILL VACANCIES IN THE NORTH COUNTY ONLY * * ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care COVID-19 VACCINATION All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. DEFINITION: This experienced level class provides professional nursing care and services to patients in a variety of settings. Essential Job Functions Effectively communicates and collaborates the patients, families, care givers, and/or co-workers pertinent information concerning discharge planning, changes in patient care, changes in treatment plan, patient medication administration, aftercare instructions, and follow-up appointments to deliver the best possible patient experience. Completes and maintains accurate as well as legible medical documentation in a clear, concise, and timely manner. Manages relationships with internal and/or external members of a healthcare organization. Participates in performance improvement activities; with a focus on patient experience, regulatory compliance, and/or departmental process improvements projects. Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technician, clerical staff, and students. Participates in committees and projects at the unit, department, facility, and/or health system wide level. Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional/clinical competencies and professional practice. Serves as a liaison between committees, staff, and management. Participates in identifying and resolving ethical issues in the practice setting. Serves as a preceptor: expert or specialist who gives practical experience and training to new graduate, a new hire, a re-entry, or a nurse that is transitioning into a new area. Participates in product evaluation and product standardization activities. Participates in approved clinical investigations or research studies in accordance with departmental policies. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : 1. Three years of full-time experience* at the level of Los Angeles County classification Registered Nurse I**. -AND- 2. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. -AND- 3. Current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. License(s) and Certificate(s) Required: A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Please ensure the License and Certification Section of the required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required licensed as specified in the Selection Requirements. Applicants MUST attach a legible photocopy of the required license/BLS certification to their application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Applications submitted without the required evidence of BLS certification will be rejected. Required license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Additionally, in order to receive credit for license(s) and/or certification(s) in relation to any desirable qualifications, the license(s) and/or certification(s) must be active and unrestricted. The original license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing and BLS certification must be present during the selection process and/or prior to appointment. Physical Class III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Full-time experience must be post-license only . **Experience at the level of Registered Nurse I in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: providing professional nursing care in a variety of patient care settings (e.g., critical care, emergency room, medical/surgical, operating room, neonatal intensive care, labor and delivery, intermediate/telemetry, psychiatric care, correctional nursing, etc.). The primary scope of practice involves applying the nursing process to assess basic or routine patient conditions and needs; identify a nursing diagnosis; and develop, implement, and evaluate a patient-centered plan of care. participating in conducting prospective, concurrent, and retrospective utilization reviews of patient services or hospitalization to maintain quality of care and fiscal responsibility. ***In order to receive credit for a college degree on this examination, you must include a legible photocopy of your "official" diploma(s), "official" transcripts, or "official" letter(s) from an accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing your application online . Desirable Qualifications: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: ***Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) or ***Master of Science degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. The names of candidates will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in NORTH COUNTY ONLY . APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned, If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you must email the Exam Analyst, Darlene Beamon-Thomas at Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. 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 USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Darlene Beamon-Thomas, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Dbeamon-thomas@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here

The Job Bi-Annual Step Increases of 2.5% Excellent benefits package for the employee and their dependents! Boost Annual Salary Up To: $152,734 When Modified Benefits Option Is Selected ( Depending on Qualifications) Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) seeks experienced and dedicated nurses with excellent leadership skills to fill a vacancy for Assistant Unit Manager II - Specialty Critical Care in the Medical Imaging Unit. This positionis the second supervisory level in the nursing series responsible for assisting a Unit Manager with the management and supervision of a complex Specialty Critical Care unit. *Official Title: Assistant Unit Manager II - Specialty Critical Care. For more information, refer to the County's job description . Click below for more information on the benefits offered at San Bernardino County! TRADITIONAL BENEFITS OPTION MODIFIED BENEFITS OPTION ARROWHEAD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located on a beautiful 70-acre campus in Colton, California (50 miles east of Los Angeles), Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is a state-of-the-art, public/nonprofit, 456-bed, university affiliated teaching hospital licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health and accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital houses a regional burn center serving four counties (San Bernardino, Riverside, Mono and Inyo), a comprehensive stroke center, level I trauma center and a freestanding in-patient behavioral health center. Additionally, ARMC operates five community-based, primary care clinics and over 40 specialty care outpatient services. ARMC is the primary teaching hospital for the adjacently located California University of Science and Medicine (CUSM), the Inland Empire's newest medical school. T o learn more about our hospital click HERE . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Applicants selected for these positions must pass a background investigation, drug test, verification of employment history and education. Availability: Twenty-four (24) hour responsibility, on-call and call-back may be required. On-call Schedule: Employees assigned to ARMC Critical On-call duty shall be required to (1) leave a telephone number where they can be reached or wear a communicating device; (2) return a call or text as soon as practicable but not to exceed five (5) minutes; and, (3) after being told to report to work, the employee shall arrive at his/her work station as practicable, but not to exceed thirty (30) minutes. Certifications : Additional certifications may be required depending on the needs of the department. Active certifications must be maintained throughout employment. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Candidates must possess ALL of the following: LICENSE: Must possess and maintain Registered Nurse licensure with the State of California Board of Registered Nursing. EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience as a licensed Registered Nurse. One (1) year must have been in Angio in a Medical Imaging Unit and six (6) months serving as a RN III at ARMC or Charge Nurse. Experience may be concurrent. CERTIFICATION: Must Possess And Maintain The Following Certifications: Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Basic Arrhythmia Class NIH Stroke Scale Certification Desired Qualifications Supervisory/charge nurse experience and a Bachelor's degree in Nursing is desired. Selection Process Application Procedure : To receive priority consideration for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible. The recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. There will be a competitive evaluation based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to include as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO ) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Supervisory Nurses Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change.

Announcement Number: 46089 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 01/31/2024 Recruiter: MARJALISA ROBERTS Phone: (775)977-5268 Email: mbroberts@doc.nv.gov Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position Psychiatric Nurses provide professional nursing care to individuals with developmental delays, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities or social, emotional and/or behavioral disorders, in an institution or out-patient setting in accordance with the authorized scope of practice specified in the Nurse Practice Act. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. Psychiatric Nurse II works under the immediate supervision of the CN III and will consult with them on a regular basis. They will communicate plans with team members by attending nursing meetings and sharing with other team members. Assist with team responsibilities and assignments as necessary. Use patient problems to plan patient care addressing chief presenting problems incorporating the plan of nursing care into the multidisciplinary treatment plan. Collect/document the medical/mental health conditions of patients using appropriate charting protocols. Complete health assessments. Collect statistical date, tracking current outpatient medications and patient outcome. Review inmates to determine need for referrals or assessment. re accounted for and lost keys or tool are reported immediately to Supply Tech II; observe all safety practices at all times. They will follow NDOC?s Personnel Code of Ethic outlined in AR339. Observe all safety practices at all times for the safely of self and others. Follow Department accident reporting procedures. Comply with all OSHA guidelines. They will be working directly with Mental Health inmates to carry out nursing care assignments, promote optimal health and patient independence, document problems requiring nursing interventions, document patient teaching needs and discharge planning, communicate care plans to other nurses to maintain continuity of care. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-10_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse and two years of professional nursing experience, one of which included working in a facility or institution with individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities or intellectual disabilities; OR one year of experience as a Psychiatric Nurse I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Special Notes A Bachelor's degree in nursing is equivalent to a diploma or Associate's degree in nursing and one year of experience. Out of state applicants must have a temporary license as a Registered Nurse issued by the Nevada State Board of Nursing at the time of appointment and must obtain permanent licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the Nevada State Board of Nursing as a condition of continuing employment. Special Requirements A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. CPR certification is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204

Position/Program Information With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. Open Competitive Job Opportunity Exam Number : Y2594D-R Ready to join the County team? We are accepting applications starting Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at 8:00 AM (PT). This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. Apply to this posting and join our ever-growing and diverse workforce. We're seeking individuals that can: Lead highly specialized, integrated, complex information systems analysis to design, test, integrate, and implement one or more of the following Electronic Health Records (EHR) components: Registration, Admitting, Discharge, Transfer, (R/ADT) and Enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI); Patient Acuity; Patient Scheduling; Nurse Scheduling; Time capture; training; clinical applications; or ancillary services applications such as lab, radiology, and pharmacy. Provides technical leadership in IT strategic planning, business automation planning, and business process improvements. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Essential Job Functions Identifies user, functional, and technical requirements for information systems by conducting user interviews; performing workflow analysis; performing data analysis; identifying patterns in system and/or user errors; identifying roles and access privileges; testing the functionality of modules, components, and/or entire information systems; creating, reviewing and updating training materials; identifying and resolving potential problems, and assisting in the implementation and conversion project plans for new information systems and/or enhancements. Leads highly specialized complex information system analysis for an integrated system which includes designing, testing, training, IT project management, and implementation of various EHR modules including but not limited to: Registration, Scheduling, Lab, Radiology, and Pharmacy by conducting workflow data analysis, data mapping and integration sessions to support and enhance the enterprise electronic health record system that will provide patient care in a safe and efficient manner. Documents process flows and standardizes existing and future process flow improvements by conducting data collection and meetings with the subject matter experts to gain full understanding of system usability. Acts as a technical liaison between various stakeholders of information systems (e.g., users, departmental leaders, project managers, vendors, programmers) by serving as the point of contact with respect to information system-related projects and functions; providing and receiving information; and conveying the needs, requirements, and technical information of the parties involved to facilitate and/or interpret communication between various stakeholders. Coordinates information systems projects by collaborating with stakeholders of information systems (e.g., users, departmental leaders, project managers, vendors, programmers); monitoring progress on various assignments related to the project(s); providing management with status updates; using appropriate methods to ensure the completion and successful implementation, integration, transition, and/or efficiency of new information systems and/or information system enhancements. Monitors vendor performance by reviewing Statement of Works (SOWs), tracking project timelines, and reporting status to management. Provides orientation and/or technical training to various users by teaching functions, procedures, and processes of the electronic health record (EHR) system to provide individuals with the necessary information to operate, maintain, and/or support information systems. Supervises several subordinate Information Systems Analysts by performing a full range of administrative and supervisory tasks, which includes advising, motivating, training, supporting, coaching, mentoring, and disciplining employees; delegating assignments to subordinate staff; monitoring, reviewing, and evaluating employees’ work products and performance; monitoring adherence to project plans and delivery schedules; and conducting staff meetings to ensure that quality service is delivered in a timely and productive manner, supports business goals and objectives, and complies with countywide and departmental policies and procedures. Supervises a technical team by providing technical guidance and oversight on routine to complex projects, assignments, and issues related to information systems analysis and makes decisions in the absence of other supervisory staff (equivalent level classification) as needed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Graduation from an accredited* institution with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, AND four (4) years within the last six (6) years of progressively more responsible,** full-time experience in a centralized healthcare related information technology organization*** with knowledge and experience in healthcare related systems**** at a medium-to-large public or private healthcare organization***** performing information systems analysis and design for complex systems.****** Option II: Two (2) years within the last three (3) years of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Senior Information Systems Analyst******* with knowledge and experience in healthcare related systems**** in a centralized healthcare related information technology organization.*** Option III: Five (5) years within the last six (6) years of progressively responsible,** full-time experience in a centralized healthcare related information technology organization*** with knowledge and experience in healthcare related systems**** at a medium-to-large public or private healthcare organization***** performing information systems analysis and design for complex systems.****** License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class: 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: * In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's or higher degree, you mu st provide at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing a legible copy of your official diploma/transcripts/letter from an accredited institution that shows the area of specialization. If you are unable to attach the required documents, you must email them to jmacam @hr.lacounty.gov. Please include exam number and exam title in your email. Applications received without proof of the required degree(s) will not be considered as meeting the stated requirements under Option I. For more information regarding education, please see the Employment Information document on the LA County Jobs website. **Progressively responsible experience is defined as is a significant increase in the complexity and the scope of responsibility. *** Centralized healthcare related IT organization is defined as a unit or department that provides comprehensive IT services such as analysis, design, acquisition, development, implementation, maintenance, and/or support of information systems, under the direction or guidance of the organization’s Chief IT official in a healthcare related IT organization . ****Healthcare related systems includes: Registration, Admitting, Discharge, Transfer (R/ADT), Patient Scheduling (PS), Training, clinical applications, ancillary services applications such as lab, radiology, and pharmacy; performing information systems analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of large complex enterprise application (clinic and/or financial) systems. *****Medium to large healthcare organization is defined as a healthcare organization with more than one site and/or more than one set of clinical services and a hospital, such as a hospital or Ambulatory Care Network. ******Complex systems is defined as having experience in more than one healthcare functional solution (i.e., registration, scheduling, lab, rad, pharmacy, OR, ambulatory, practice management, maternal-fetal, ED, urgent care, cardiology, Behavioral Health, Rehab, Health Information Exchange, revenue cycle, HIM, population health, care management) *******Experience at the level of the Los Angeles County's class of Senior Information Systems Analyst is defined as, responsible for and provides specialized information systems analysis, including the definition of user requirements, feasibility studies, design, program specifications, testing, and implementation. For a complete description of the class specification, please click on the title hyperlink. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. NO WITHHOLD IS ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Desirable Qualifications: Certification* from the Project Management Institute (PMI) as a Project Management Professional (PMP). Experience in support of EHR/EMR (Electronic Medical Record) modules/applications. Experience in leading one or more technical teams completing the EHR/EMR implementation support such as the Cerner Millennium System. Experience in Enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI) related systems. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we determine that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in the following two (2) parts: Part 1: M ultiple-choice and/or simulation assessments weighted at 50% measuring Deductive Reasoning, Deciding and Initiating Action, Working with People, Persuading and Influencing, Planning and Organizing, and Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations. Applicant may be invited to participate in both Part I and II. However, only those that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I, will have Part II scored. Part 2: M ultiple-choice and/or simulation assessments weighted at 50% measuring three Professional/Technical Knowledge areas: Project Management, covering the following topics: Project Communications Management, Project Cost Management, Project Human Resource Management, Project Management Characteristics, Project Management Methodologies, Project Procurement Management, Project Quality Management, Project Risk Management, Project Scope Management, Project Stakeholder Management and Project Time Management. ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library), covering the following topics: Knowledge of Capacity Management, Change Management, and Problem Management. Software Business Analysis, covering the following topics: Business Process, Diagramming and Modeling, Documentation, Joint Application Development, Methodologies and Tools, Project Development, Requirements Gathering, System Design and User Interface. THE MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s) scores cannot be given over the phone. For additional exam information, click here . Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Fair Chance Initiative: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . COVID-19 Vaccination All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Testing Accommodation If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodation Coordinator at TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. If you have additional questions regarding this job bulletin, please contact us at the following information: ADA Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: 213-738-2084 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Janice Macam Department Contact Email: jmacam@hr.lacounty.gov Department Contact Phone: (213) 433-3603 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Position/Program Information With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. Open Competitive Job Opportunity Exam Number: Y2593R-R Ready to join the County team? We are accepting applications starting Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at 8:00 AM (PT). This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. Apply to this posting and join our ever-growing and diverse workforce. We're seeking individuals that can: Be part of a project team or provide expertise in healthcare information systems analysis, including the definition of user requirements, feasibility studies, design, program specifications, testing, and implementation of one or more of the following Electronic Health Records (EHR) components: Registration, Admitting, Discharge, Transfer, (R/ADT) and Enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI); Patient Acuity; Patient Scheduling; Nurse Scheduling; Time capture; training; clinical applications; or ancillary services applications such as lab, radiology, and pharmacy. Provides technical leadership in IT strategic planning, business automation planning, and business process improvements. Participate in the development of project plans, budget, and system integration test plans for new systems or complex enhancements, including tasks, deliverables, and pricing; coordinates change management documentation and ensures that approvals are managed according to departmental procedures. Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Essential Job Functions Identifies user, functional, and technical requirements for information systems (e.g., computer systems, software applications, web application systems) by conducting user interviews; performing workflow analysis; performing data analysis; identifying patterns in system and/or user errors; identifying roles and access privileges; testing the functionality of modules, components, and/or entire information systems; creating, reviewing and updating training materials; identify and resolve potential problems, and assisting in the implementation and conversion project plans for new information systems and/or enhancements (e.g. upgrades, design changes). Performs highly specialized complex information system analysis for an integrated system including design, testing (Unit, System, and Integration), training, IT project management, and implementation of various EHR modules including but not limited to: Registration, Scheduling, Lab, Radiology, and Pharmacy by conducting workflow data analysis, data mapping and integration sessions to support and enhance the enterprise electronic health record system that will provide patient care in a safe and efficient manner. Documents process flows and standardizes existing and future process flow improvements by conducting data collection and meetings with the subject matter experts to gain full understanding of system usability. Acts as a technical liaison between various stakeholders of information systems (e.g., users, departmental leaders, project managers, vendors, programmers) by serving as the point of contact with respect to information system-related projects and functions; providing and receiving information (e.g., recommendations, consultation, specifications, requirements, mandates); and conveying the needs, requirements, and technical information of the parties involved to facilitate and/or interpret communication between various stakeholders. Coordinates information systems projects by collaborating with stakeholders of information systems (e.g., users, departmental leaders, project managers, vendors, programmers); monitoring progress on various assignments related to the project(s); providing management with status updates; using appropriate methods to ensure the completion and successful implementation, integration, transition, and/or efficiency of new information systems and/or information system enhancements. Monitors vendor performance by reviewing Statement of Works (SOWs), tracking project timelines, and reporting status to management. Provides orientation and/or technical training to various users by teaching functions, procedures, and processes of the electronic health record (EHR) system to provide individuals with the necessary information to operate, maintain, and/or support information systems. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Option I: Graduation from an accredited* institution with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, AND three (3) years within the last seven (7) years of full-time experience in a centralized healthcare related information technology organization** with knowledge and experience performing information systems analysis and design for healthcare related systems*** at a public or private healthcare organization. Option II: Two (2) years within the last five (5) years of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Information Systems Analyst II**** with knowledge and experience performing information systems analysis and design in healthcare related systems*** in a centralized healthcare related information technology organization.** Option III: Four (4) years within the last seven (7) years of full-time experience in information systems analysis and design in a centralized healthcare related information technology organization** with knowledge and experience performing information systems analysis and design in healthcare related systems*** at a public or private healthcare organization. Physical Class II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Special Requirement Information: * In order to receive credit for a Bachelor's or higher degree, you mu st provide at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing a legible copy of your official diploma/transcripts/letter from an accredited institution that shows the area of specialization. If you are unable to attach the required documents, you must email them to jmacam@hr.lacounty.gov. Please include exam number and exam title in your email. Applications received without proof of the required degree(s) will not be considered as meeting the stated requirements under Option I. For more information regarding education, please see the Employment Information document on the LA County Jobs website. ** Centralized healthcare related IT organization is defined as a unit or department that provides comprehensive IT services such as analysis, design, acquisition, development, implementation, maintenance, and/or support of information systems, under the direction or guidance of the organization’s Chief IT official in a healthcare related IT organization . ***Healthcare related systems includes: Registration, Admitting, Discharge, Transfer (R/ADT), Patient Scheduling (PS), Training, clinical applications, ancillary services applications such as lab, radiology, and pharmacy; performing information systems analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of large complex enterprise application (clinic and/or financial) systems with more than one site and/or more than one set of clinical services and a hospital, such as a hospital or Ambulatory Care Network. ****Experience at the level of the Los Angeles County's class of Information Systems Analyst II is defined as analyzes requirements and business functions, designs functional systems specifications and tests and coordinates the implementation of new application systems and/or revisions to existing systems APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. NO WITHHOLD IS ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Desirable Qualifications: Certification* from the Project Management Institute (PMI) as a Project Management Professional (PMP). Experience in support of EHR/EMR (Electronic Medical Record) modules/applications. Experience in EHR/EMR implementation/support, such as the Cerner Millennium System. Experience in Enterprise Master Patient Index (EMPI) related systems. Additional Information Our Assessment Process: Once we determine that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in the following two (2) multiple choice tests: Part 1: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments weighted at 40% measuring Deductive Reasoning, Deciding and Initiating Action, Working with People, Persuading and Influencing, Planning and Organizing, and Delivering Results and meeting Customer Expectations. Applicant may be invited to participate in both Part I and II. However, only those that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I, will have Part II scored. Part 2: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments weighted at 60% measuring two Professional/Technical Knowledge areas: Project Management, covering the following topics: Project Communications Management, Project Cost Management, Project Human Resource Management, Project Management Characteristics, Project Management Methodologies, Project Procurement Management, Project Quality Management, Project Risk Management, Project Scope Management, Project Stakeholder Management and Project Time Management. Software Business Analysis, covering the following topics: Business Process, Diagramming and Modeling, Documentation, Joint Application Development, Methodologies and Tools, Project Development, Requirements Gathering, System Design and User Interface. THE MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment(s) scores cannot be given over the phone. For additional exam information, click here . Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Fair Chance Initiative: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . COVID-19 Vaccination All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Testing Accommodation If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodation Coordinator at TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. If you have additional questions regarding this job bulletin, please contact us at the following information: ADA Coordinator Email: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: 213-738-2084 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Janice Macam Department Contact Email: jmacam@hr.lacounty.gov Department Contact Phone: (213) 433-3603 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER: PH5704C FIRST DAY OF FILING: Friday, August 9, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. No Out-of-Class Experience will be accepted. DEFINITION: Provides the first level of supervision to a field staff responsible for surveying health care facilities and enforcing licensing and certification standards in accordance with State, Federal, and local laws and regulations; or performs administrative staff assignments in licensing, enforcement and training services. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class perform one of the following types of assignments: Incumbents exercise full supervisory authority in both technical and administrative matters over a staff of Health Facilities Evaluators. Although incumbents may occasionally perform surveys in problem cases, their primary role involves expediting the work of subordinates through careful planning, organization and assignment of work in addition to training and evaluating personnel in their unit and effectively recommending the adjustment of grievances and disciplinary problems. Other positions are assigned such functions as: review and analysis of State, Federal and local legislation and regulations that pertain to hospitals, skilled nursing and related health care skilled nursing facilities; planning, developing and implementing automated systems. One position provides first level technical and administrative supervision to the complaint or advanced-level appeals unit. Essential Job Functions Supervises the activities of all Health Facilities Evaluators assigned to either a District Office or training by planning, assigning and reviewing work, both administratively and in the field; evaluating performance by determining effectiveness in enforcing applicable standards and regulations; counseling Evaluators for purposes of improving performance and productivity, adjusting grievances, and, recommending disciplinary action. Interprets, clarifies, and resolves field surveillance problems relating to State, Federal and local regulations pertaining to eligibility for participation in State and Federal health care programs as well as licensing and certification requirements. Resolves problems arising from surveys disputed by facility management by reviewing the original survey report, reviewing areas in contention, obtaining evaluations by staff consultants, preparing reports and recommending enforcement or other legal actions. Conducts informal office conferences with licensees in order to formulate prompt and effective mechanisms for the resolution of problems affecting the health, safety and welfare of patients. Evaluates facility records and other evidence and recommends enforcement proceedings such as criminal prosecutions, citations, injunctions, decertification or the revocation of facility licenses in accordance with established policies and procedures. Reviews and evaluates team effectiveness and takes necessary steps to assure that current laws, regulations, policies and procedures are consistently followed. Reviews, evaluates, and signs correspondence concerning violations and compliance with State, Federal, and local laws and regulations. Plans and provides in-service training through the development of training programs and workshops in cooperation with State and Federal training coordinators. Reviews, evaluates, and recommends changes to plans and proposals for new construction of, or for changes and alterations to, health care facilities. Maintains production records and statistical data to aid in monitoring activities of subordinate staff. Presides at District staff and training meetings and quarterly provider group meetings. Conducts special internal and external studies, analyzing issues, recommending solutions and assisting in the implementation of approved changes. Meets with community groups regarding Division functions and the regulation process, as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Two years' experience at the level of Health Facilities Evaluator I* or higher. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. A license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing** -OR- a certificate or pocket license as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist issued by the California State Department of Public Health *** PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Experience at the level of a Health Facility Evaluator I in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: surveys hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and related health care facilities, to enforce Federal, State and local licensing and quality of care regulations. ** Please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed for the Registered Nurse License. Provide the title of your required license and certifications, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Minimum Requirements on your application at the time of filing or e-mail the information to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov . within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing. T he required license and/or certificate must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. CERTIFICATE INFORMATION: *** You MUST submit a legible copy of the required certificate or the pocket license as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist issued by the California State Department of Public Health with your application or within 15 calendar days of application submission to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov . Failure to submit the required certificate within the given time frame will result in your application being REJECTED as INCOMPLETE. For information on how to obtain the certificate as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist from the California Department of Public Health, click on the link below or call (916) 449-5662: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CEH/DRSEM/Pages/EMB/REHS/REHS.aspx You must POSSESS and CLEARLY EXPRESS detailed years of experience performing relevant duties, related to the requirements within your online job application under the "Experience" area . DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional experience beyond the minimum requirements Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: Once we have determined that you meet the requirements described above, our examination process will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire information at the time of filing weighted 100%. Applicants must meet the Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each part of the examination in order to be added on the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Complete applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. SPECIAL INFORMATION APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application before the deadline on the last day of filing as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on the County of Los Angeles Job Opportunities Website, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov. In the "Subject" of the e-mail please type the Exam Number and Exam Title. Failure to provide complete, accurate information will impact the assessment of your qualifications and the acceptance of your application into the examination process. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS . Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED . IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and 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. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE . 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. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . 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. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH5704C California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER PH5710C FIRST DAY OF FILING Friday, September 20, 2024 at 8:30a.m., Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity No out-of-class experience will be accepted. DEFINITION: Plans, organizes, assigns, directs, and evaluates, through subordinate nurse evaluator supervisors, the work of a major section of the Health Facilities Inspection Division. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are assigned to the Department of Public Health, Health Facilities Inspection Division. Under general direction from the Assistant Chief, Health Facilities Inspection Division, positions provide technical and administrative direction, through Supervising Health Facilities Evaluator, Nursing positions, to nurse evaluators responsible for surveying and investigating health care facilities and enforcing licensing and certification standards in accordance with State, Federal, and local laws and regulations concerning total patient care. Positions also direct staff responsible for performing administrative assignments in licensing, enforcement, and training services; provide administrative direction to a staff of consultants; manage informal dispute resolution, compliance, and quality assessment and assurance monitoring processes; and handle informal complainant appeals. Health Facilities Program Manager, Nursing positions are required to apply an advanced, broad-based knowledge of nursing practice and theory as well as advanced knowledge of management, supervisory, and leadership techniques. Health Facilities Program Manager, Nursing is distinguished from Supervising Health Facilities Evaluator, Nursing in that the latter is primarily responsible for supervising Health Facilities Evaluator, Nursing positions and support staff in the conduct of healthcare facility inspections and investigations. Essential Job Functions Develops, interprets, and directs the implementation of nursing philosophy and objectives and departmental policies and procedures; applies recognized standards of nursing care and practice to program activities. Assists in planning and implementing operational policies and procedures for nursing services and assigns, directs, and reviews the work of subordinate supervisors and other personnel. Monitors and evaluates program operations for compliance with licensure and regulatory standards. Manages the administration of survey services by reviewing inspection and investigatory reports, resolving problems pertaining to surveys, and coordinating work with other sections. Directs a staff of consultants in the provision of specialized consultative and enforcement services in the evaluation of total patient quality-of-care provided by hospitals and other health care facilities in accordance with Federal, State, and local licensing and certification requirements. Provides administrative and limited technical supervision to consultants exercising professional expertise in fields such as medicine, nursing, pharmacy, social work, and physical and occupational therapy. Coordinates all enforcement actions for the Division, including processing license revocations, Medicare and Medi-Cal de-certifications, and criminal complaints; and provides technical support to the surveyors and consultants. Directs program specialists conducting a variety of staff assignments such as reviewing and analyzing State, Federal, and local legislation and regulations affecting the program; planning and providing orientation and ongoing in-service training for Division personnel; and reviewing licensure and certification documents. Represents the Health Facilities Inspection Division when interfacing with officials of governmental health agencies, fiscal intermediaries, provider groups, and voluntary associations. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor's degree* in Nursing or closely related health field - AND - Option I: Two years of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's Supervising Health Facilities Evaluator, Nursing**. - OR - Option II: Two years of consultative experience in the surveillance of health facilities for compliance with State, Federal, and local regulations. - OR - Option III: Two years of experience as a Health Facilities Evaluator III*** enforcing local licensing and certification requirements relating to medical care. REQUIRED LICENSE: A valid, active license (without limitations or restrictions) to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of California Board of Registered Nursing****. A current certification in accordance with the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) program*****. All positions in this classification require possession of a current certification in accordance with the American Heart Association's BLS for CPR & AED program to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates offered these positions would be required to show proof of a current certification before appointment. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 2 - Light - This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: Please ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed for the Registered Nurse License. Provide the title of your required license and certifications, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the requirements on your application at the time of filing or e-mail the information to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing. *I n order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . ACCREDITATION: 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 . Foreign studies must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) . (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information). Official Transcript is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and, therefore, will NOT be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and be rejected. NOTE: If you are unable to attach the required documents with your application online, you must e-mail them to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. In the "Subject" of the e-mail please type the Exam Number and Exam Title. * * Experience at the level of Supervising Health Facilities Evaluator, Nursing is defined as someone who provides first level of supervision to nurse evaluator staff responsible for surveying health care facilities and enforcing licensing and certification standards in accordance with State, Federal, and local laws and regulations pertaining to areas affecting total patient care such as nursing, physician, restorative, and related services; or performs administrative staff assignments in licensing, enforcement and training services. ***To qualify applicants must have County status in the specified class, as evidenced by holding or having held such payroll title in the service of Los Angeles County for the required amount of time to qualify. **** A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements. *****Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their BLS certification with your application online at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov. NOTE: If you are unable to attach the required documents with your application online, you must e-mail them to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. In the "Subject" of the e-mail please type the Exam Number and Exam Title. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION: Additional points will be awarded for experience beyond the Selection Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing weighted 100%. Applicants must meet the requirements described above at the time of filing and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission . Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and 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. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE. 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. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org. 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. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH5710C California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here

Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE- EMERGENCY EXAM NUMBER: b4740G-EA FILING DATES: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) This examination will remain open until the need of the service are met and is subject to close without prior notice. The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Mental Health Program Manager I vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Mental Health Program Manager I. Essential Job Functions Performs the full range of administrative supervision to plan, assign, oversee, and evaluate the work of subordinate staff and provides technical guidance and support to staff within the scope of practice. Participates in the development, negotiation, implementation, and management of the budget for the program support service operations, clinic, or programs overseen; ensures that budget and contract allocations reflect program priorities; and takes corrective action where necessary. Formulates policies and procedures concerning administration, ensuring compliance with Federal and State Medicare and Medicaid regulations for reimbursement claiming and maximum recovery costs for directly billable services. Develops and monitors revenue-generation procedures and objectives for programs managed, including achievement of revenue goals. Develops and implements reporting procedures to ensure that program services utilization and revenue data are reported accurately and in a timely manner. Coordinates the delivery of staff training necessary to maintain mandated levels of services. Monitors service delivery to ensure that services conform to acceptable standards of care and establishes and modifies program monitoring and review methods as necessary. Oversees audits and the implementation of audit recommendations for programs managed. Represents managed programs in meetings with representatives of other County departments, State and Federal agencies, and other public and private entities. In conjunction with the Patients' Rights Division, investigates complaints from patients and others about programs and services under managerial oversight. Works in a collaborative and timely manner with departmental human resources representatives in matters such as employee investigations and performance, requesting new positions, and reorganizing and relocating staff. Initiates and approves requisitions for supplies and personnel required to operate programs administered. Assists in the negotiation, implementation, and evaluation of departmental program contracts within the jurisdictions served by the programs, as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Option I : A valid, current license to practice as a clinical social worker or marriage and family therapist issued by the appropriate State of California licensing agency - AND - Two years of licensed experience supervising a *multi-disciplinary mental health team. Option II : A valid, current license to practice as a psychologist issued by the appropriate State of California licensing agency - AND - One year of licensed experience supervising a *multi-disciplinary mental health team. Option III : A valid, current license to practice as a registered nurse issued by the appropriate State of California licensing agency - AND - Three years of licensed nursing experience supervising a *multi-disciplinary mental health team. A Master's Degree in Nursing Administration, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited college or university will be accepted for one year of the required experience. Option IV : A bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Health, Nursing, Health Administration, Human Services, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely-related field from an accredited college or university - AND - Four years of **bona-fide supervisory experience providing administrative and technical direction at the level of ***Health Program Analyst III. A Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Public Health, Nursing, Health Administration, Human Services, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely-related field from an accredited college or university will be accepted for one year of the required experience, only applies to option III and option IV. NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPEREIENCE, OR VERIFICATION OF EXPERINCE LETTERS (VOEL) WILL BE ACCEPTED. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE ABOVE REQUIRMENT(S) AT THE TIME OF FILING IN ORDER TO BE APPOINTED TO FILL ANY VACANCIES RELATED TOTHIS RECRUITMENT. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *A multi-disciplinary mental health team is defined as a group of mental health care providers that may consist of psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, psychiatric social workers, marriage and family therapists, medical doctors, clinical case managers, and/or other mental health care professionals that work together to assess the mental health care needs of the client and develop a treatment plan tailored to the client's identified needs. ** Bona-fide supervisory experience includes responsibility for planning, assigning and reviewing the work of staff, evaluating employee performance, participating in interviewing and selecting new staff, and performance management. *** Health Program Analyst III is defined as supervising a team of analysts and other technical and support personnel providing technical and consultative services to the management of a program; or overseeing an organization-wide health program. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. ACCREDITATION: 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. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). See Employment Information under Accreditation Information. Note : In order to receive credit for any college or university course, or any type of college or university degree, or any certificates, such as Bachelor's or higher, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days of filing. Official Transcript is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and; therefore, will NOT be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete or rejected. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT : Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information. Applications must be filed online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on the top right corner of the screen. Applicants must complete and submit their online applications and upload required documents (e.g. Official Transcripts, Resume, etc.) as attachment(s) during application submission, or send by email to exams@dmh.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days from date of application submission. Indicate the Exam Title on the subject line when sending required documents by email. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, provide the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add isan@dmh.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com and info@governmentjob.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notification from being filtered as span/junk/clutter mail. You have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. Plan to submit your online application well in advance before the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on govermentjobs.com/careers/lacounty .gov you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. IMPORTANT NOTES: Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification, Minimum Requirements, and/or Special Requirement Information serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so, your application will be REJECTED as INCOMPLETE. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE 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 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. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: HR Examinations Unit: (213) 972-7034 HR Examinations Unit Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov Analyst Contact Phone: Irene San, (323) 705-4074 Analyst Contact Email: isan@dmh.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 705-4074 TELETYPE PHONE : (800) 735-2922 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONES: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here

Introduction This recruitment is being conducted to fill one vacancy in the Infectious Diseases/Oncology Clinic of San Joaquin General Hospital and to establish a referral pool to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Elicits, records, and/or reviews medical histories and performs acute primary care pre-employment, annual, periodic, and various other routine physical examinations on patients ranging from newborn through geriatric, utilizing the problem-oriented medical record or other appropriate systems; provides general and specific health and medical instruction to patients, clients and families. Coordinates individual and family health management, utilizing physician resources or- community agencies; provides guidance instruction, treatment and referral in such areas of family planning, sexually transmitted diseases (STD), Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), drug abuse, child care and hygiene; assists patients with selection, fitting and placing of appropriate contraceptive devices. Performs early diagnostic examinations including vision, hearing, pap smears, and other examinations; may order laboratory tests, x-rays, electrocardiograms and other diagnostic tests; may collect specimens for, perform, and interpret selected laboratory tests and take action on abnormals as necessary; provides immunization and gives injections. Identifies basic complex medical conditions; determines if patient’s medical, surgical, and psychiatric problems require immediate consultation with the physician; treats conditions and manages stable phases of chronic illnesses on consultation with or following specific protocols established by physicians, including dispensing and/or administering medication when indicated; alerts appropriate medical personnel and/or agencies of potential community health problems as encountered. Provides routine prenatal care and post-partum follow-up for mother and child; conducts newborn and well child examinations; provides comprehensive health screening assessments; provides treatment of pediatric illness. Observes and evaluates emotional condition of patient; counsels and supports patients in the area of psychosocial problems and inter-relationships; provides emergency treatment or referral for patients with severe emotional upsets. May work in hospital, outpatient, custodial, public health, satellite and mobile staff; may make home and school visits; may coordinate and direct clinic activities and staff. Provides for Quality Assurance through review and audit of clinic charts to assure adequate medical management and follow-up; provides consultation to other providers. May lead, train, assign and review work of assigned provider, nursing, sub-professional and clerical staff; may serve as preceptor of nursing, student nursing and medical student staff. May develop, write, implement and update related protocols; keeps records and completes forms and questionnaires as required. With appropriate training, certification and authorization may perform more sophisticated primary care, specified surgical procedures and prescribe and dispense medications. Attends meetings and workshops; serves on committees as assigned; provides consultation and assistance in areas of specialty to other areas of Health Care Services; participates in and may conduct in-service training; may teach classes. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS PATTERN I Education : Bachelors Degree in Nursing (or related field) Experience : Four years as a Nurse Practitioner. PATTERN II Certification: National Certification in a specialty area of choice Experience: Four years as a Nurse Practitioner PATTERN III Experience: Five years as a Nurse Practitioner Certifications: Specialty certificates for training (e.g. colposcopy, diabetes education, or other special) FOR ALL PATTERNS: Education: Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner training program at an accredited college or university or certified program. Licenses & Certificates : 1) Current registration as a nurse and certification as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of California 2) Current possession of a furnishing license through the State of California, Board of Registered Nursing. Special Qualification : 1) In order to practice at San Joaquin General Hospital, must be credentialed and granted privileges through the San Joaquin General Hospital Committee on Interdisciplinary Practice (CIDP) within ninety (90) days of appointment and in accordance with medical staff bylaws and state regulations. New employees may be granted temporary privileges by the Medical Director or designee, pending Committee Interdisciplinary Practice approval 2) Eligibles may be certified only to job vacancies in the area of specialization in which they posses specialized education and certification. Additionally, the successful completion of approved nursing training programs, possession of specific nursing experience or the possession of specified professional certificates may be required depending on the nature of the area of assignment. KNOWLEDGE The procedures, techniques and equipment used in family medicine, community health, mental health and professional nursing; medical terminology, various hospital and clinic routines, equipment and facilities; full range of medical conditions of applicable medical specialty including procedures utilized in prevention, diagnosis and treatment; maternal and child health practices; basic laboratory procedures; uses, effects, problems and treatment of abuse of medicines and narcotics; social, public health, mental health and other community treatment agencies; principles of human behavior including basic causes, symptoms and treatment of mental illness and instability; basic medical record keeping; diverse needs and problems of various cultural groups; principles and practices of communicable disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment; principles and practices of employees’ supervision and training. ABILITY Elicit and record complete and accurate medical histories; perform physical examinations; identify medical conditions which require immediate consultation with the physician; follow protocols in treating acute and stable chronic diseases as established by physicians; communicate effectively; recognize the behavior and attitudes that influence individual and family health; observe and evaluate emotional conditions; interpret laboratory data; provide guidance and health instruction to patients; lead and train other staff; work with high risk clientele; learn to work independently in absence of on-site physician direction. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent standing for long periods; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; occasional bending/squatting; Lifting -Occasional lifting of 5 lbs. or less, restraining, lifting/turning people; Visual Requirements -Frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity -Occasional holding and repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; Hearing/Talking -Constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds; Emotional/Psychological -Occasional emergency situations, exposure to hazardous materials, working weekends/nights; overtime; frequent exposure to trauma, grief an death; constant public contact, decision making, concentration; Environmental Conditions -Frequent exposure to noise; occasional exposure to hazardous materials. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides full-time employees and part-time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premiums. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $22,500 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $30,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 15 days each year up to 10 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Accrual rate is prorated for part-time employees eligible for benefits. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Educational Leave : Each fiscal year, department heads grant 40 hours to full-time employees or 24 hours to part-time employees eligible for benefits of educational leave that are not carried beyond the end of the fiscal year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range (1840 hours for part-time employees), they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Standby Pay : Employees designated by appointing authority to be in standby status is compensated at 33.33% of their regular hourly rate. Educational Supplement: Any bargaining unit nurse who meets at least one of the following criteria will receive an Educational Supplement equal to 5% of their base salary: For those classifications that require an Associate's Degree of Nursing, the nurse has a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. (Nurses who work in Mental Health may substitute a Bachelor's Degree in Pyschology or Social Worker for a degree in Nursing.) For those classifications that require a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, the nurse has a Master's of Science in Nursing. Possess National or approved International certification in the specialty area in which the nurse currently is assigned. Possess CCRN Certification and active ACLS Certificate. Provide proof of completion of a critical care class and active ACLS Certificate. License/Certificate Fees : The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the CNA MOU for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at San Joaquin County General Hospital at no cost to the employee. Job Sharing : Any regular, permanent full-time employee may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program. Eligible employees (civil service and part-time eligible for benefits) may be reimbursed for career-related course work taken on the employee’s own time up to $850 per fiscal year; an employee enrolled in an approved degree program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Part-Time Employee Benefits Part-time employees who meet the appropriate eligibility criteria may receive either a differential in lieu of benefits or may receive pro-rated benefits if the employee works at least 41 hours per pay period. Pro-rated benefits available include: health insurance; dental insurance and vision insurance. Employees electing pro-rated benefits also earn pro-rated vacation and sick leave. Selection Procedures Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when: They are related to the Appointing Authority, or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled

Introduction This examination is being given to fill one vacancy with San Joaquin Health Centers and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a background check, drug screen, and physical. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) TYPICAL DUTIES Initiates the nursing process and performs advanced level clinical patient care, including complex and difficult therapeutic measures prescribed by medical authority within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act and department policy; participates in preparation and implementation of written nursing care plans for individual patients. Initiates the nursing process and performs advanced level clinical patient care, including complex and difficult therapeutic measures prescribed by medical authority within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act and department policy; participates in preparation and implementation of written nursing care plans for individual patients. Evaluates the total nursing needs of the patient including physical, psychological, spiritual, cultural and socio-economic; participates in planning, coordinating and administering total patient care; evaluates symptoms, reactions, and progress; participates in preparation and implementation of written nursing care plans for individual patients. May function as a first-level supervisor in an outpatient clinic or program over para-professional or clerical staff; may select, assign, train, direct, evaluate and discipline staff as appropriate; may participate in the development of unit policies and procedures; may assist with development and maintenance of the department budget; may provide crisis intervention, may consult with therapeutic multi-disciplinary team in reviewing patient progress and success of treatment plans. May facilitate insurance billing and other reimbursement-related procedures by processing appropriate paperwork and making necessary internal and external contacts. Works with patients and families through teaching, counseling, and other methodology in order to help them understand, cope with, and accept illness, treatment, and therapy; assists in self care strategies. Serves as a preceptor for new employees by orienting, teaching, participating in the evaluation process, and by serving as a role model and resource person. Maintains record of patient’s health care treatment and/or hospital stay; prepares reports and standard forms. May function as a charge nurse in an inpatient unit; may assume full responsibility for the supervision of a shift in the absence of a Staff Nurse V or Nursing Department Manager; supervises and assists nursing personnel in the performance of patient care. Maintains and updates knowledge base and nursing skills by reading literature, attending workshops, lectures, conferences, and classes as may be required by the Administration of the Department of Health Care Services. Participates in the identification of staff development needs for members of the Nursing staff. Participates on committees as assigned; may represent the Department of Health Care Services to outside agencies. Prepares and presents, within established guidelines, clinical projects as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Health Science, or closely related field. Experience: One year of progressively responsible experience as a registered nurse in an ambulatory care at a level equivalent to a San Joaquin County Staff Nurse III. Experience : Two years of progressively responsible experience as a registered nurse in ambulatory care at a level equivalent to a San Joaquin County Staff Nurse III. OR II Certification: National Certification (e.g. AAACN, AMB-BC, etc.) OR III Experience : Two years of progressively responsible experience as a registered nurse in ambulatory care at a level equivalent to a San Joaquin County Staff Nurse III. AND Licenses and Certificates : Current registration as a nurse in the State of California. Certi fication : Possession of Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS), EKG Class Completion, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Preceptor. Special Requirements : (1) Successful completion of a San Joaquin General Hospital in-service or comparable training program in nursing preceptorships may be required prior to completion of the probationary period and periodically thereafter. (2) Possession of a San Joaquin County Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) certificate, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificate, completion of an approved ICU/CCU training course, or other approved training or experience may be required for assignment or continued assignment to specialized nursing units. KNOWLEDGE Theory, techniques, and practices of nursing; new developments in patient care, particularly in area of specialization; skills specific to clinical scope of practice; the nursing process; nursing staffing patterns; principles and practices of employee supervision; health care safety principles and practices. ABILITY Supervise and assist members of the health care team; maintain a high standard of care; deal with patients empathetically and respectfully while performing treatments prescribed; instruct patients in self care and preventative health strategies; follow oral and written instructions of technical and professional nature in accurately; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; establish and maintain effective customer service; maintain accurate records and prepare routine reports; develop and implement individualized care plans for patients; coordinate the several types of services which may be necessary for appropriate care; assist other staff in understanding current psycho-physiological aspects of illness; set priorities; work accurately under pressure; interpret policies and procedures; teach clinical skills; develop basic teaching plans; participate effectively in performance improvement processes; provide and promote a positive learning environment. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Constant walking; frequent operation of a keyboard; standing for long periods of time, pushing/pulling, bending and squatting; occasional sitting for long periods of time, running, climbing stairs and climbing; Frequency of Lifting -Frequent restraining lifting/turning of heavy objects or people; Visual Requirements -Constant need for overall vision, color and depth perception, hand/eye coordination, and field of vision/peripheral vision; frequent reading and close up work; Dexterity -Frequent holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion and writing; Hearing/Talking -Constant hearing of normal speech; frequent hearing and talking on telephone or radio; occasional hearing of faint sounds and talking over public address; Emotional/Psychological Factors -Constant concentration and public contact; occasional exposure to hazardous materials, frequent exposure emergency situations, including trauma, grief and death, decision making, working weekends and nights; occasional work at heights, working alone and overtime; Environmental Conditions -Frequent exposure to assaultive behavior by clients. Occasional exposure to noise, cold/heat, and hazardous materials, dirt, dust, smoke, fumes and poor ventilation. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides full-time employees and part-time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premiums. Dependent coverage is available for all plans. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employees may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $200,000 at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Act of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 15 days each year up to 10 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Accrual rate is prorated for part-time employees eligible for benefits. Holiday : 14 paid holidays per year. Educational Leave : Each fiscal year, department heads grant 40 hours to full-time employees or 24 hours to part-time employees eligible for benefits of educational leave that are not carried beyond the end of the fiscal year. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one-half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range (1840 hours for part-time employees), they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Standby Pay : Employees designated by appointing authority to be in standby status is compensated at 33.33% of their regular hourly rate. Educational Supplement: Any bargaining unit nurse who meets at least one of the following criteria will receive an Educational Supplement equal to 5% of their base salary: For those classifications that require an Associate's Degree of Nursing, the nurse has a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. (Nurses who work in Mental Health may substitute a Bachelor's Degree in Pyschology or Social Worker for a degree in Nursing.) For those classifications that require a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, the nurse has a Master's of Science in Nursing. Possess National or approved International certification in the specialty area in which the nurse currently is assigned. Possess CCRN Certification and active ACLS Certificate. Provide proof of completion of a critical care class and active ACLS Certificate. License/Certificate Fees : The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the CNA MOU for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Pre-Employment Physical Exam : If required, will be conducted at San Joaquin County General Hospital at no cost to the employee. Job Sharing : Any regular, permanent full-time employee may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program. Eligible employees (civil service and part-time eligible for benefits) may be reimbursed for career-related course work taken on the employee’s own time up to $850 per fiscal year; an employee enrolled in an approved degree program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton : The County contributes up to $17 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled