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Introduction This is a reinstatement, transfer or voluntary demotion opportunity for current and former regularly appointed employees of Alameda County. Reinstatement: Pursuant to Civil Service Rule 1744: On the request of a department head and approval of the Commission, a regularly appointed employee who resigned in good standing may, within three years after the effective date of his/her resignation, be reinstated in a position in the class from which he/she resigned or in a position in another class for which he/she may be eligible as determined by the Commission. Appointments by reinstatement following resignation are subject to the probationary period established for the class. You must have been a classified County employee in the same job code or in a job code at the same salary maximum and left the County in good standing. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Transfer: You must be a current County classified employee in the same job code or in a job code with the same salary maximum for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Voluntary Demotion: You must be a current County classified employee in a job code which is at a higher salary maximum than the vacancy for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. DESCRIPTION THE DEPARTMENT: The Alameda County Probation Department is an essential element of the County's system of public protection and human services. The Department's role is to reduce the impact of crime in the community by providing accurate, comprehensive and timely information and recommendations to the Courts, providing community-based sanctions and treatment for offenders, and working cooperatively with law enforcement agencies and community organizations with similar objectives. The Department provides a wide range of mandated and discretionary investigative, advisory, and supervisory services to adult and juvenile probationers pursuant to State law and the County Charter. THE POSITION: Under general direction, to provide supervision for administrative and operational functions in County departments or agencies; to provide complex professional-level operational, systems and administrative services to the County department or agency to which assigned; to facilitate the implementation of a wide variety of programs and projects; and to do related work as required. IDEAL CANDIDATE In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications stated below, the ideal candidate will have demonstrated a track record of success in the following areas: • Outstanding communication and listening skills that clearly articulate information verbally and in writing. • Sound decision maker with the ability to identify & understand complex problems and concepts. • Exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to effectively handle changing priorities. • An experienced manager with strong supervisory skills who is capable of instructing, focusing and guiding others in accomplishing performance and work goals and objectives. • Someone who has a proven track record of developing and maintaining effective relationships with others and who relates well to people of diverse cultures, styles, abilities, motivations, or backgrounds even in times of conflict. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I The equivalent of one year of experience in the class of Clerk II or in an equivalent or higher level clerical class in the Alameda County classified service. (Non-classified includes District Attorney's Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts.) Or II The equivalent of two years of full-time clerical experience. License: Some positions may require a valid California Driver's license. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: • Modern office practices and procedures, including business correspondence, filing, and standard office equipment operations. • Specialized program knowledge of work requiring the application of a variety of rules, procedures, codes, calculations, and systems is required in some positions. • Techniques and practices for dealing with individuals from various socio-economic and ethnic groups, in person, via telephone, and through correspondence (may include contacts with irate and hostile individuals). Ability to: • Analyze and problem solve. • Communicate orally and in writing. • Make decisions and take initiative. • Demonstrate interpersonal sensitivity. • Adapt to challenging situations. • Plan, organize and coordinate work. • Work independently. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION CRITERIA: 1. For positions requiring the ability to type at a speed of not less than 40 net words per minute from clear copy. Typing must occupy more than 10 percent of working time. Typing may be on a typewriter, or a personal computer. 2. For positions requiring the ability to type at a speed of not less than 40 net words per minute from clear copy, and to take shorthand at a speed of not less than 80 words per minute and transcribe it accurately. Taking and transcribing shorthand must occupy more than 10 percent of working time. 3. For positions requiring the ability to type at a speed of not less than 40 net words per minute from clear copy, and to transcribe dictation from dictating equipment. Transcription must occupy more than 10 percent of working time. (Candidates indicating a willingness to use dictating equipment will be certified to those positions where using the equipment is required, without having to take a performance test.) ALTERNATE RANGE CRITERIA: 1. For positions requiring incumbents to take and transcribe dictation via shorthand or dictating machine recording; these duties must occupy more than 10 percent of working time. DEFINITIONS USED IN CRITERIA #3 OF "DISTINGUISHING FEATURES": Specialized Knowledge: Indicates that a minimum of six months to one year of specialized education or equivalent on-the-job training is necessary to acquire this specialized knowledge. General Knowledge: Indicates that information concerning a few of the more easily understood aspects from a variety of sources or complete understanding of all aspects from one source is required in order to perform the duties. Working Knowledge: Indicates an understanding of the usual finer points of general knowledge and an understanding of the details from a variety of sources is required in order to perform the duties. Clerical work: Work involving internal and external communications, recording and retrieval of data, and/or information and other paper work required in an office. No specialized education or training is required. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion TO APPLY Please note this reinstatement & transfer opportunity may close at any time and we encourage you to apply immediately. 1. Complete an application template in JobAps through the following link: https://jobapscloud.com/Alameda/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=00&R2=AF000&R3=01 2. Submit a PDF copy of your completed application, along with a cover letter, to mjesse@acgov.org as soon as possible. If you have any questions regarding this announcement, please send your contact information and specific inquiries to mjesse@acgov.org or call (510) 268-7249. Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction This is a reinstatement, transfer or voluntary demotion opportunity for current and former regularly appointed employees of Alameda County. Reinstatement: Pursuant to Civil Service Rule 1744: On the request of a department head and approval of the Commission, a regularly appointed employee who resigned in good standing may, within three years after the effective date of his/her resignation, be reinstated in a position in the class from which he/she resigned or in a position in another class for which he/she may be eligible as determined by the Commission. Appointments by reinstatement following resignation are subject to the probationary period established for the class. You must have been a classified County employee in the same job code or in a job code at the same salary maximum and left the County in good standing. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Transfer: You must be a current County classified employee in the same job code or in a job code with the same salary maximum for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. Voluntary Demotion: You must be a current County classified employee in a job code which is at a higher salary maximum than the vacancy for which you are applying. In addition, you must meet the minimum and special qualifications of the specific position. DESCRIPTION THE DEPARTMENT: The Alameda County Probation Department is an essential element of the County's system of public protection and human services. The Department's role is to reduce the impact of crime in the community by providing accurate, comprehensive and timely information and recommendations to the Courts, providing community-based sanctions and treatment for offenders, and working cooperatively with law enforcement agencies and community organizations with similar objectives. The Department provides a wide range of mandated and discretionary investigative, advisory, and supervisory services to adult and juvenile probationers pursuant to State law and the County Charter. THE POSITION: Under general supervision, to do the most difficult or complex clerical work, requiring the exercise of substantial initiative, judgment, and independence within the framework of County or department policies and procedures; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES Incumbents of positions in this class perform duties requiring greater exercise of initiative and judgment beyond that of the lower-level Specialist Clerk. The majority of the duties assigned must fall into the following category: Specialist Clerk II requires a more thorough knowledge of broad and complex procedures, systems, rules, codes and policies in order to perform assigned duties. Positions are often characterized by the time constraints to complete tasks and include substantial financial and/or legal liability to the County of the tasks. The position is expected to function in a sensitive and highly confidential environment where incumbents exercise considerable independent judgment and decision making in areas such as, investigations, employee relations, protective services or vendor/contract coordination for a County agency. Performance at this level requires the ability to interpret and apply specific codes, laws, ordinances, legal documents or technical terminology. Such positions normally require a minimum of one year of training in order to make decisions and determinations based on the specialized department and program knowledge. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I The equivalent of one year of experience in the class of Specialist Clerk I or in an equivalent or higher level clerical class in the Alameda County classified service. (Non-classified includes District Attorney's Office and the Hospital Authority.) Or II The equivalent of three years of full-time clerical experience. License: Some positions may require a valid California Driver's license. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: • Modern office practices and procedures, including business correspondence, filing, and standard office equipment operations. • Thorough program knowledge of work requiring the application of a variety of rules, procedures, codes, calculations, and systems is required in some positions. • Techniques and practices for dealing with individuals from various socio-economic and ethnic groups, in person, via telephone, and through correspondence (may include contacts with irate and hostile individuals). Ability to: • Analyze and problem solve. • Communicate orally and in writing. • Make independent decisions and take initiative. • Demonstrate interpersonal sensitivity. • Plan, organize and coordinate work. • Work independently. • Adapt to challenging situations. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION CRITERIA: For positions requiring the ability to type at a speed of not less than 40 net words per minute from clear copy. Typing must occupy more than 10 percent of working time. Typing may be on a typewriter, or a personal computer. DEFINITIONS USED IN CRITERIA OF "DISTINGUISHING FEATURES": Specialized Knowledge: Indicates that a minimum of one year of specialized education or equivalent on-the-job training is necessary to acquire this specialized knowledge. General Knowledge: Indicates that information concerning a few of the more easily understood aspects from a variety of sources or complete understanding of all aspects from one source is required in order to perform the duties. Working Knowledge: Indicates an understanding of the usual finer points of general knowledge and an understanding of the details from a variety of sources is required in order to perform the duties. Thorough Knowledge: Indicates complete and broad understanding of all aspects and details of clerical work which requires the application of a variety of sources (i.e., codes, County and department policy, rules, systems, and procedures) is required in order to perform the duties. Clerical work: Work involving internal and external communications, recording and retrieval of data, and/or information and other paper work required in an office. ALTERNATE RANGE CRITERIA: 1. For positions requiring incumbents to take and transcribe dictation via shorthand or dictating machine recording; these duties must occupy more than 10 percent of working time. BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion TO APPLY Please note this reinstatement & transfer opportunity may close at any time and we encourage you to apply immediately. 1. Complete an application template in JobAps through the following link: https://jobapscloud.com/Alameda/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=00&R2=AF000&R3=01 2. Submit a PDF copy of your completed application, along with a cover letter, to mjesse@acgov.org as soon as possible. If you have any questions regarding this announcement, please send your contact information and specific inquiries to mjesse@acgov.org or call (510) 268-7249. Alameda County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Introduction READ THIS ENTIRE BULLETIN FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO REAPPLY FOR THIS RECRUITMENT. THIS IS A REOPENING OF AN EXISTING EXAMINATION. If you have previously applied or started an application for theEligibility Services Technician I (Exam #19-1570-01) , read this entire bulletin. There are specific instructions on how to reapply for this position. PLEASE CONTACT THE EXAMINATION ANALYST, MONTRICE GOODMAN AT MONTRICE.GOODMAN2@ACGOV.ORG TO HAVE YOUR PREVIOUS APPLICATION RELEASED BACK TO YOU. The scores and dispositions of candidates for this examination will be merged with previous exam participants. If you have previously submitted an application and choose to reapply, your new score/disposition will replace your current disposition. 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.Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. Qualified bilingual persons who speak English and are also fluent in: Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Laotian, Korean, Mien, Tagalog, Amharic, Farsi, Dari, Tigrigna, Russian, Romanian or Sign Languages are especially encouraged to apply. There is an additional bi-weekly compensation for persons in positions designated bilingual. Qualified candidates may be tested to demonstrate language proficiency. Applications will only be accepted on-line. DESCRIPTION THE AGENCY The Alameda County Social Services Agency (SSA) is comprised of 2,200 men and women working collectively and in partnership with community-based organizations to serve the needs of the community. Services are provided through four departments: Administration and Finance, Adult and Aging Services, Children and Family Services, and Workforce and Benefits Administration. THE POSITION Eligibility Services Technicians are specialists in assisting individuals, families and children enroll in or maintain health coverage and determining initial and on-going eligibility for programs such as CalFresh, General Assistance, CalWORKs and/or Medi-Cal. The current openings are in Oakland and Hayward. There are four levels of staffing for the Eligibility Services Technician Series. Eligibility Services Technicians I-III are a flexibly-staffed class; work is expected to be performed at the Eligibility Services Technician III level, but with initial selection made at the Eligibility Services TechnicianI (or entry) level.Eligibility Services TechnicianIV represents the senior level of the series and is filled through the Alameda County Civil Service examination process. Eligibility Services Technician Iare required to participate in specialized training classes in preparation of learning effective interviewing techniques, appropriate computerized case management and applicable Federal, State and County regulatory requirements. They are expected to flex-promote to Eligibility Services Technician II after successfully completing six months of training and the demonstration of excellent work habits and job performance. Eligibility Services TechnicianIIs are expected to maintain excellent work habits, gain work experience and demonstrate program proficiency which qualifies them to flex-promote toEligibility Services TechnicianIII after the equivalent of one year full-time service. Appointments to Eligibility Services TechnicianI and Eligibility Services TechnicianII will not be extended beyond six months and one year, respectively. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Ideal Candidate for the positions of Eligibility Service Technician I -- III is committed to providing exceptional customer service and possesses a background of performing community service or a work history in working face-to face or over-the-phone with individuals from various multi-cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. The Ideal Candidate is an effective communicator; displays excellent interpersonal skills, quickly grasps new concepts and is able to disseminate information accurately and quickly to Social Services applicants and recipients. The Ideal Candidate has well-developed work habits and exceptional skills using computers and Windows-based software. Additionally, the Ideal Candidate will be able to: • Perform clerical work that involves independent judgment and requires accuracy and speed. • Make accurate arithmetical computations. • Understand and follow complex oral and written directions. • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with co-workers and the public. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I Experience: The equivalent of one year of experience in the class of Specialist Clerk I or higher in the Alameda County classified service (non-classified includes District Attorney's Office, Hospital Authority, and the Consolidated Courts). Or II Experience: The equivalent of one year of full-time, paid and/or volunteer general office experience, involving public contact via face-to-face or over-the-phone, interviewing and obtaining personal information from the general public. License: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license is required. NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: • Modern office practices and procedures, including business correspondence and filing and standard office equipment operation. Ability to: • Communicate effectively in writing and orally. • Establish and maintain cooperative and objective relationships with the general public, culturally diverse populations, other departments/agencies and co-workers. • Deal impartially and with restraint in stressful situations. • Demonstrate good customer service, interpersonal sensitivity and diplomacy when working with others regarding sensitive or crisis situations. • Perform mathematical computations accurately. • Follow complex oral and written instructions. • Use computers and software applications effectively • Use office equipment such as fax, printers, copiers and scanners EXAMINATION COMPONENTS THE EXAMINATION: The examination will consist of the following steps: Review for Minimum Qualifications: Friday, September 4, 2020 If you do meet the minimum qualifications, you will be notified via email. You must fill out the application and supplemental questionnaire completely. Not filling out any part of either the application or the supplemental questionnaire will disqualify you from the examination. Resumes submitted in place of complete applications will not be accepted. Written Examination: Week of September 30, 2020 Once it has been established that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited via email to participate in a multiple choice examination. You will be sent notification of your scheduled date and time at least 10 days prior to your examination date. Performance Examination: Week of October 26, 2020 Those candidates who pass the written examination will be invited to participate in a performance/data entry examination. Applicants will be required to show that they have the data entry skills needed to be a successful Eligibility Services Technician I. This is a pass/fail examination. Applicants must pass the data entry test to participate in the next examination component. Panel Interview Examination (Weighted as 100% of the final examination score): Week of November 30, 2020 If the candidate is successful in the data entry portion of the examination, the candidate will then be invited to participate in a panel interview where they will be asked about past job experiences relating to the core competencies that successful incumbents of the job possess. The candidates who pass this portion of the exam will then be scored and put into rank order. The panel interview examination may also serve as the hiring interview at the discretion of the hiring authority. The dates listed above are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the department. Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS. 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 many 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 Deadline for Filing: Friday, August 21, 2020 Review for Minimum Qualifications: Friday, September 4, 2020 Written Examination: Week of September 30, 2020 Performance Examination: Week of October 26, 2020 Panel Interviews: Week of November 30, 2020 Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment. 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 11 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, @acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com @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 box Noreply@jopaps.com are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the bulletin for the recruitment for which you have applied. Montrice Goodman , Human Resources Analyst Human Resource Services Division, County of Alameda 510-208-3954; Email: Montrice.Goodman2@acgov.org www.acgov.org/hrs Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: 8/21/2020 5:00:00 PM

Examples of Duties Please note:Extra-Help employees are not entitled to County benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Checks and reviews a variety of information and documents for completeness and conformance with established regulations and procedures. Perform civil marriage ceremonies. Administer oaths, file bonds, and maintain indexes of public officials. Determines, collects, and record various fees for services, and makes deposits. Perform a variety of duties in connection with general and special elections. Check initiative and referendum petitions for conformance to legal requirements. Sorts, files and records voting information on affidavits of registration. Assists with preparation of publications for newspaper. Process absentee voter applications. May issue certificates of election results to local jurisdictions and Board of Supervisors. Assists with the printing of all election notices, ballots and voter indexes. Answers inquiries in person and over the phone regarding Registrar of Voters, and Elections procedures. Coordinates polling locations and precinct worker selection and training, processes payroll for precinct workers. Coordinates annexation, redistricting and precinct mapping. Conducts legal research, and gather statistics for a variety reports. Provides lead direction and training to other staff assigned to the County Clerk Registrar of Voters office. Minimum Qualifications Election Specialist I Experience: Two (2) years of complex clerical experience in a professional office setting. Education: None Required. Desirable: Experience involving elections functions. Election Specialist II Experience: Three (3) years of experience performing duties comparable to an Election Specialist I in Merced County. Education: None required. Essential Functions Essential Functions: Frequent operation ofa personal computer and other modern office equipment. Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone. Analyze data, interpret directions, policies, procedures, regulations anddevelop appropriate conclusions and responses. Meet deadlines under stressful conditions. Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints. Complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines. Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations. Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception. Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects. Kneel, bend, twist, squat, balance and crawl. Frequent use of hand-eye coordination. Frequent use of data entry device including repetitive hand and arm motion. Occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds. Regular attendance is an essential function. Knowledge of: Familiarity with State and County laws governing the Registrar of Voters office, and holding of elections. Modern office methods, procedures and equipment. Election procedures and records required of Registrar of Voters office. Automated voting methods and computerization of election returns. Ability to: Learn/Perform responsible legal clerical work with accuracy, and minimal supervision. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others in the course of work. Interpret and appropriately apply laws and regulations relating to voter registration, conducting elections. Gather data, analyze information, and prepare reports. Perform clerical support work of above average difficulty involving the use of independent judgment with limited supervision. FAMILY CARE LEAVE Family Care Leave applies to all employees who work 1250 or more hours in any twelve month period. HEALTH PLANS AND LIFE INSURANCE Extra-help employees are not entitled to County-paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Employee Assistance Program benefits and are not eligible to participate in the Deferred Compensation Plan. JURY DUTY Extra-help employees are not entitled to pay or receive reimbursement from the County for Jury Duty. PAID TIME BENEFITS Extra-help employees are not entitled to paid bereavement, vacation, or holidays. PAID SICK LEAVE Extra-help employees are entitled to accrue up to three (3) paid sick days (24 hours) in a 12-month period. SOCIAL SECURITY Extra-help employment earnings are not covered under Social Security. Merced County provides an alternate plan - Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) - for extra-help employees who are otherwise not eligible for participation in the County's retirement system. COMPENSATION/UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE: The County does provide benefits to those eligible under the State Workers Compensation and Unemployment Insurance statutes. THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY. For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682. 01 Can you effectively communicate in any of the following languages: Spanish, Hmong, Punjabi, Chinese or Mien? If so, specify which one. Spanish Hmong Pubjabi Chinese Mien None of the above 02 Describe your computer experience using various software applications and the types of documents you have created using these applications. Required Question