EXAM NUMBER: PH5645B FIRST DAY OF FILING: 10/6/2015 Beginning Tuesday, October 6, 2015, at 8:00 a.m., Pacific Standard Time (PST). Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity DEFINITION: Enforces laws, ordinances, and regulations for the control of communicable and selected non-communicable diseases; locates, counsels and refers offenders and disease carriers and conducts other public health related investigations. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work in either a Service Planning Area under the administrative and technical supervision of a Supervising Public Health Investigator or in a specialized health investigation program under the administrative and technical supervision of a Supervising Public Health Investigator or higher level program manager. Incumbents enforce state and County public health laws, ordinances and regulations for the control of communicable and selected non-communicable diseases, such as alcoholism, and counseling patients to encourage risk reduction behaviors and referring them for treatment. Essential Job Functions Conducts investigations to locate cases and contacts of tuberculosis, sexually transmitted disease, human immunodeficiency virus or other communicable diseases and selected non-communicable diseases, such as alcoholism, by interviewing patients to determine contacts, locating and tracing contacts, and convincing them to voluntarily seek diagnosis and treatment as required by applicable public health laws; has authority to exercise legal interventions to compel compliance up to and including authorizing arrest when essential to protect the public's health. Counsels individuals who suffer from a communicable or non-communicable disease regarding the nature and control of their disease and educates these individuals on risk reduction techniques and behaviors. Enforces public health laws, rules and regulations governing communicable disease control by serving legal orders of the Health Officer on patients in their homes, hospitals or detention facilities, quarantining cases and contacts of communicable disease in private homes or institutions, placing restrictions on infected individuals employed in sensitive occupations such as food handling, supervising disinterments of human remains for foreign shipment, assisting in food poisoning investigations, coordinating case management of persons potentially exposed to rabies, responding to widespread outbreaks of communicable disease and establishing and enforcing the State mussel quarantine order. Transports patients in connection with the enforcement of legal orders pertaining to the isolation of such patients in a hospital or detention facility, or to facilitate the medical care and treatment of patients infected with a communicable disease. Investigates cases of quarantine violations and refusal or failure of persons to comply with health laws, ordinances, and regulations; recommends court action to enforce legal orders, prepares cases for court by gathering evidence and appears in court as a representative of the Health Officer on cases involving violations of the public health laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to communicable and non-communicable disease investigation. Supports the California Department of Health Services Marine Biotoxin Monitoring Program, through the collection of shellfish and phytoplankton samples and preparation of these samples for shipment to the state laboratory. Conducts special investigations not directly involving communicable diseases, such as investigating impersonations of departmental personnel or the verification of home births. Requirements MINIMUMREQUIREMENTS One year's experience as a Public Health Investigator Trainee.* 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 3 - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time,with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surface, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *To qualify, applicants must hold or have held the payroll title ofPublic Health Investigator Trainee. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Experience in investigation or inspection work inPublic Health orLaw Enforcement. A Master's degree from an accredited university in Public Health orRelated field of study. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination willconsist of an evaluation of experience and desirable qualificationsbased upon application information and supplemental questions weighted 100%. Applicants must meet theminimum requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the eligible register does not guarantee an offer of employment. Final results will be sent by U.S. Mail. Final Scores cannot be given over the phone. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. 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 APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Any required documents must be submitted within fifteen (15) calendar days from the application submission to mofong@ph.lacounty.gov . Apply online by clicking on the " Apply " tab for this posting, You can also track the status of your application using this website. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant job 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, description of work performed, and salary earned. Applicants may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. IMPORTANT NOTES Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and your applicationmay be DISQUALIFIED . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER 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 OF 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. Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 869-8505 Department Contact Name: Monica Fong Department Contact Phone: (323) 890-8488 Department Contact Email: mofong@ph.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
EXAM NUMBER: PH5645B FIRST DAY OF FILING: 10/6/2015 Beginning Tuesday, October 6, 2015, at 8:00 a.m., Pacific Standard Time (PST). Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity DEFINITION: Enforces laws, ordinances, and regulations for the control of communicable and selected non-communicable diseases; locates, counsels and refers offenders and disease carriers and conducts other public health related investigations. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work in either a Service Planning Area under the administrative and technical supervision of a Supervising Public Health Investigator or in a specialized health investigation program under the administrative and technical supervision of a Supervising Public Health Investigator or higher level program manager. Incumbents enforce state and County public health laws, ordinances and regulations for the control of communicable and selected non-communicable diseases, such as alcoholism, and counseling patients to encourage risk reduction behaviors and referring them for treatment. Essential Job Functions Conducts investigations to locate cases and contacts of tuberculosis, sexually transmitted disease, human immunodeficiency virus or other communicable diseases and selected non-communicable diseases, such as alcoholism, by interviewing patients to determine contacts, locating and tracing contacts, and convincing them to voluntarily seek diagnosis and treatment as required by applicable public health laws; has authority to exercise legal interventions to compel compliance up to and including authorizing arrest when essential to protect the public's health. Counsels individuals who suffer from a communicable or non-communicable disease regarding the nature and control of their disease and educates these individuals on risk reduction techniques and behaviors. Enforces public health laws, rules and regulations governing communicable disease control by serving legal orders of the Health Officer on patients in their homes, hospitals or detention facilities, quarantining cases and contacts of communicable disease in private homes or institutions, placing restrictions on infected individuals employed in sensitive occupations such as food handling, supervising disinterments of human remains for foreign shipment, assisting in food poisoning investigations, coordinating case management of persons potentially exposed to rabies, responding to widespread outbreaks of communicable disease and establishing and enforcing the State mussel quarantine order. Transports patients in connection with the enforcement of legal orders pertaining to the isolation of such patients in a hospital or detention facility, or to facilitate the medical care and treatment of patients infected with a communicable disease. Investigates cases of quarantine violations and refusal or failure of persons to comply with health laws, ordinances, and regulations; recommends court action to enforce legal orders, prepares cases for court by gathering evidence and appears in court as a representative of the Health Officer on cases involving violations of the public health laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to communicable and non-communicable disease investigation. Supports the California Department of Health Services Marine Biotoxin Monitoring Program, through the collection of shellfish and phytoplankton samples and preparation of these samples for shipment to the state laboratory. Conducts special investigations not directly involving communicable diseases, such as investigating impersonations of departmental personnel or the verification of home births. Requirements MINIMUMREQUIREMENTS One year's experience as a Public Health Investigator Trainee.* 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 3 - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time,with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surface, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *To qualify, applicants must hold or have held the payroll title ofPublic Health Investigator Trainee. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Experience in investigation or inspection work inPublic Health orLaw Enforcement. A Master's degree from an accredited university in Public Health orRelated field of study. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination willconsist of an evaluation of experience and desirable qualificationsbased upon application information and supplemental questions weighted 100%. Applicants must meet theminimum requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the eligible register does not guarantee an offer of employment. Final results will be sent by U.S. Mail. Final Scores cannot be given over the phone. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. 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 APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Any required documents must be submitted within fifteen (15) calendar days from the application submission to mofong@ph.lacounty.gov . Apply online by clicking on the " Apply " tab for this posting, You can also track the status of your application using this website. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant job 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, description of work performed, and salary earned. Applicants may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. IMPORTANT NOTES Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and your applicationmay be DISQUALIFIED . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER 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 OF 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. Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 869-8505 Department Contact Name: Monica Fong Department Contact Phone: (323) 890-8488 Department Contact Email: mofong@ph.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time: Continuous
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES - CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICE EXAM NUMBER: M0816W FIRST DAY OF FILING: DECEMBER28, 2017 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) The first review of applications will take place on January 11, 2018 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 DEFINITION: Provides professional services, under general supervision, to the Chief Executive Office's Federal Advocacy Office in Washington DC. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are restricted to the Chief Executive Office and analyze and make recommendations, under general supervision, for the solution of problems in the administration of specialized Countywide programs. The positions carry out assignments in programs such as administrative investigation, risk management, employee relations, emergency management, productivity, protocol, budget, legislation, workplace programs, and Countywide marketing. The incumbents must demonstrate a knowledge of a specialized program sufficient to perform the duties of the position, under general supervision. Essential Job Functions Establishes and maintains working relationships with administrative staff of the Congress, federal agencies, the National Association of Counties, and other entities which further the work of the County's Washington office. Assists the Washington Office personnel in the implementation of County policy changes by writing memoranda and procedural instructions, facilitating training, and meetings in support of County programs. Drafts original correspondence and emails on County administrative matters, to include Congressional requests for the Chief Legislative Representative and Departmental officials. Reviews daily Roll Call and the Congressional Quarterly, as well as major newspapers (e.g., Los Angeles Times, The Hill, Politico, The Washington Post, and The New York Times) for political and policy articles pertaining to Washington D.C., California, or the County and forwards to the County's Washington advocates and County officials. Assumes the lead role in logistical coordination for the Board of Supervisors' annual visit to Washington, including, but not limited to, reviewing and finalizing hotel contracts, pursuing and scheduling Congressional and Administration meetings, designing and mailing invitations, assisting with the participant rooming list, preparing individual schedules for elected officials and department heads, arranging ground transportation, meal functions, and staffing for certain events. Responsible for logistics and coordination of DC participation in weekly and monthly federal legislative meetings with Washington advocates and CEO officials. Arranges meetings and prepares detailed schedules for members of the Board of Supervisors and County Departmental officials as required when they are in Washington, DC; arranges meetings for the chief legislative representative and deputy as required. Drafts tributes and recognitions for County officials, retiring Board members and departing Members of the Los Angeles County Congressional Delegation, and coordinates with Congressional staff to secure placement in the Congressional Record. In addition, drafts tributes and recognitions for White House recognition for the same individuals. Establishes and maintains relationships with vendors, including reviewing and approving certain contract language in compliance with County of Los Angeles acquisition and contract policies; processes vendor invoices for payment with the County of Los Angeles and keeps records of expenses and payments. Maintains all office accounts, ensuring payment of invoices in a timely fashion. Prepares staff travel requests and subsequent travel expense vouchers as well as claims for reimbursement for local transportation, i.e., taxis and parking, and Revolving Fund Reimbursements for appropriate approved meal functions. Maintains associated payment records to ensure final resolution on reimbursement. Coordinates available White House, U.S. Capitol, and other Washington, DC special tours and provides detailed and updated information as necessary. Prepares a variety of documents (e.g., charts, training manuals, business correspondence, and memoranda) using appropriate software programs (e.g., Microsoft Office, Tables, Excel, PowerPoint, eCAPS (timesheets), LearningNet Webinars, and CEO Portal, etc.) in order to effectively communicate information to various departmental personnel. Directs all visitations, telephone, and email inquiries as appropriate. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: One year ofexperience in a staff capacity* analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, program, procedure, budget, compensation, or personnel, at the level of County of Los Angeles class of Program Specialist I, CEO**,or Administrative Assistant II*** which includes experience working with Capitol Hill, Congressional officesor the Federal Government. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *Staff capacity in the County of Los Angeles is defined as work includes assisting and supporting administration by doing research, analysis, and making recommendations to line managers on matters such as: utilization of personnel; allocation of funds; workload and workload fluctuations; and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. **Experience at the level of County of Los Angeles class of Program Specialist I, CEO provides professional services to operating departments regarding administration of specialized Countywide programs, under immediate supervision. ***Experience at the level of County of Los Angeles class of Administrative Assistant II is defined as, under general supervision, analyzes and makes recommendations for the solution of a variety ofmore complex problemsof organization, budget, systems and procedures, program, facilities planning, general management, and personnel that have significant consequences in terms of cost, efficiency or public service. 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. Involves 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. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT PART I: A qualifying unproctored multiple choicetestthatwill assess verbal ability, achievement, confidence and optimism, independence, influence, reliability and professional potential. Applicants must achieve a 70% on Part I in order to advance to Part II. Applicants who do not pass the online unproctoredmultiple choicetest will be notified by US mail. Scores cannot be given over the telephone. PART II: A multiple choicetestthatwill assess written expression, data analysis & decision-making/mathematics, and reading comprehension. The combined score of Part I and Part II is weighted at 100%. THE WRITTEN TEST IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and achieve a combined score of 70% or higher on Part I and Part IIin order to be placed on the eligible register. Note: All test invitations will be sent to candidates via email. It is important that candidates provide a valid email address in their application. Please add oarteaga@hr.lacounty.gov to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Final results will be sent by US mail. Test scores cannot be given over the phone. TEST PREPARATION Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going to http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html . While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. TRANSFER OF SCORES Applicants that have taken identical test part(s) for other exams within the last 12 months, will have their written test responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period ofsix(6) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY SIX (6) MONTHS. 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 Federal Advocacy Officeof Los Angeles County's Chief Executive Office in Washington, DC. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant job 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,anddescription of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification andSelection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member'sor friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Email: adarequests@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Olga Arteaga Department Contact Phone: (213) 351-2936 Department Contact Email: oarteaga@hr.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES - CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICE EXAM NUMBER: M0816W FIRST DAY OF FILING: DECEMBER28, 2017 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) The first review of applications will take place on January 11, 2018 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 DEFINITION: Provides professional services, under general supervision, to the Chief Executive Office's Federal Advocacy Office in Washington DC. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are restricted to the Chief Executive Office and analyze and make recommendations, under general supervision, for the solution of problems in the administration of specialized Countywide programs. The positions carry out assignments in programs such as administrative investigation, risk management, employee relations, emergency management, productivity, protocol, budget, legislation, workplace programs, and Countywide marketing. The incumbents must demonstrate a knowledge of a specialized program sufficient to perform the duties of the position, under general supervision. Essential Job Functions Establishes and maintains working relationships with administrative staff of the Congress, federal agencies, the National Association of Counties, and other entities which further the work of the County's Washington office. Assists the Washington Office personnel in the implementation of County policy changes by writing memoranda and procedural instructions, facilitating training, and meetings in support of County programs. Drafts original correspondence and emails on County administrative matters, to include Congressional requests for the Chief Legislative Representative and Departmental officials. Reviews daily Roll Call and the Congressional Quarterly, as well as major newspapers (e.g., Los Angeles Times, The Hill, Politico, The Washington Post, and The New York Times) for political and policy articles pertaining to Washington D.C., California, or the County and forwards to the County's Washington advocates and County officials. Assumes the lead role in logistical coordination for the Board of Supervisors' annual visit to Washington, including, but not limited to, reviewing and finalizing hotel contracts, pursuing and scheduling Congressional and Administration meetings, designing and mailing invitations, assisting with the participant rooming list, preparing individual schedules for elected officials and department heads, arranging ground transportation, meal functions, and staffing for certain events. Responsible for logistics and coordination of DC participation in weekly and monthly federal legislative meetings with Washington advocates and CEO officials. Arranges meetings and prepares detailed schedules for members of the Board of Supervisors and County Departmental officials as required when they are in Washington, DC; arranges meetings for the chief legislative representative and deputy as required. Drafts tributes and recognitions for County officials, retiring Board members and departing Members of the Los Angeles County Congressional Delegation, and coordinates with Congressional staff to secure placement in the Congressional Record. In addition, drafts tributes and recognitions for White House recognition for the same individuals. Establishes and maintains relationships with vendors, including reviewing and approving certain contract language in compliance with County of Los Angeles acquisition and contract policies; processes vendor invoices for payment with the County of Los Angeles and keeps records of expenses and payments. Maintains all office accounts, ensuring payment of invoices in a timely fashion. Prepares staff travel requests and subsequent travel expense vouchers as well as claims for reimbursement for local transportation, i.e., taxis and parking, and Revolving Fund Reimbursements for appropriate approved meal functions. Maintains associated payment records to ensure final resolution on reimbursement. Coordinates available White House, U.S. Capitol, and other Washington, DC special tours and provides detailed and updated information as necessary. Prepares a variety of documents (e.g., charts, training manuals, business correspondence, and memoranda) using appropriate software programs (e.g., Microsoft Office, Tables, Excel, PowerPoint, eCAPS (timesheets), LearningNet Webinars, and CEO Portal, etc.) in order to effectively communicate information to various departmental personnel. Directs all visitations, telephone, and email inquiries as appropriate. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: One year ofexperience in a staff capacity* analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, program, procedure, budget, compensation, or personnel, at the level of County of Los Angeles class of Program Specialist I, CEO**,or Administrative Assistant II*** which includes experience working with Capitol Hill, Congressional officesor the Federal Government. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *Staff capacity in the County of Los Angeles is defined as work includes assisting and supporting administration by doing research, analysis, and making recommendations to line managers on matters such as: utilization of personnel; allocation of funds; workload and workload fluctuations; and programs and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. **Experience at the level of County of Los Angeles class of Program Specialist I, CEO provides professional services to operating departments regarding administration of specialized Countywide programs, under immediate supervision. ***Experience at the level of County of Los Angeles class of Administrative Assistant II is defined as, under general supervision, analyzes and makes recommendations for the solution of a variety ofmore complex problemsof organization, budget, systems and procedures, program, facilities planning, general management, and personnel that have significant consequences in terms of cost, efficiency or public service. 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. Involves 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. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT PART I: A qualifying unproctored multiple choicetestthatwill assess verbal ability, achievement, confidence and optimism, independence, influence, reliability and professional potential. Applicants must achieve a 70% on Part I in order to advance to Part II. Applicants who do not pass the online unproctoredmultiple choicetest will be notified by US mail. Scores cannot be given over the telephone. PART II: A multiple choicetestthatwill assess written expression, data analysis & decision-making/mathematics, and reading comprehension. The combined score of Part I and Part II is weighted at 100%. THE WRITTEN TEST IS NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and achieve a combined score of 70% or higher on Part I and Part IIin order to be placed on the eligible register. Note: All test invitations will be sent to candidates via email. It is important that candidates provide a valid email address in their application. Please add oarteaga@hr.lacounty.gov to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Final results will be sent by US mail. Test scores cannot be given over the phone. TEST PREPARATION Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going to http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html . While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. TRANSFER OF SCORES Applicants that have taken identical test part(s) for other exams within the last 12 months, will have their written test responses for the identical test part(s) automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test parts that may be used in the future for new examinations. Your scores will be transferred to the new examination and may not be allowed to re-take any identical test parts for at least 12 months. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period ofsix(6) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY SIX (6) MONTHS. 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 Federal Advocacy Officeof Los Angeles County's Chief Executive Office in Washington, DC. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Provide any relevant job 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,anddescription of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification andSelection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member'sor friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Email: adarequests@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact Name: Olga Arteaga Department Contact Phone: (213) 351-2936 Department Contact Email: oarteaga@hr.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
LAW OFFICES OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY ALTERNATE PUBLIC DEFENDER FILING START DATE February 5, 2016 @ 8:00 a.m. (Until the needs of the Service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice) EXAM NUMBER 7-9248-F TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity DEFINITION: Performs legal work of average difficulty in representing the defense in criminal case accepted by or assigned to the Alternate Public Defender. Positions allocable to this class are characterized by the performance of legal tasks involved in representing the defense in a wide variety of misdemeanor cases or the less difficult felony cases accepted by or assigned to the Alternate Public Defender.Assignments at this level differ from Deputy Public Defender I in that attorneys in this class function more independently, but continue to receive supervision from higher level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties. Essential Job Functions Represents the defense in the trial of felony cases of average difficulty, mental health cases and the more difficult misdemeanor cases. Interviews clients and witnesses, conducts preliminary hearings, review transcripts, requests the investigation of facts and testimony, and confers with law enforcement officers, experts, deputy district attorneys, and other interested parties to determine the course of action that should be taken in behalf of their clients. Advises clients as to their rights and the actions they should take in court, including the relative merits of trial by judge or jury and the advisability of negotiated pleas. Prepares briefs, pleadings and other documents and makes motions for continuances, dismissals, reduction of bail and new trials. Represents the defense in arraignment, pleading, and probation and sentencing proceedings in felony and misdemeanor cases. Represents juvenile clients in hearing in the Juvenile Court. Prepares reports outlining the advisability of appealing cases. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: One year of full-time experience in the practice of criminal law representing either adults, and/or juveniles in delinquency proceedings, at the level of a Deputy Public Defender I* in the services of Los Angeles County. All qualifying experience musthave occurred within the last seven (7) years . LICENSE(S) REQUIRED: Admission to practice law in all courts in California. 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 CLASSII: 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: *Deputy public Defender I performs beginning level legal work required in representing the defense in criminal cases accepted by or assigned to the Alternate Public Defender in the services of Los Angeles County. U.S. Citizenship is required at the time of filing. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an interview weighted 100%. The interview will cover training, experience, personal fitness and the general ability to perform the duties of the position. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to placed on the eligible register. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Alternate Public Defender. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of 6 months following the date of promulgation. RETAKE PERIOD: No person may compete for this examination more than once every six (6) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles county employment application for this examination. Paper applications or resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m. PST, on the last day of filing. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE: Apply online by clicking on the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the 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, 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. Attachment: If you are unable to attach required documents with online applications, you must email them to mcordero@apd.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of online filing. Please include the exam number and the exam title in the subject line. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other that a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. 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. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user IC and password. Using a family member or friends user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Department Contact Name: Maria Cordero Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-8244 Department Contact Email: mcordero@apd.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 974-8244 Teletype Phone: (213) 974-0911 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
LAW OFFICES OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY ALTERNATE PUBLIC DEFENDER FILING START DATE February 5, 2016 @ 8:00 a.m. (Until the needs of the Service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice) EXAM NUMBER 7-9248-F TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity DEFINITION: Performs legal work of average difficulty in representing the defense in criminal case accepted by or assigned to the Alternate Public Defender. Positions allocable to this class are characterized by the performance of legal tasks involved in representing the defense in a wide variety of misdemeanor cases or the less difficult felony cases accepted by or assigned to the Alternate Public Defender.Assignments at this level differ from Deputy Public Defender I in that attorneys in this class function more independently, but continue to receive supervision from higher level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties. Essential Job Functions Represents the defense in the trial of felony cases of average difficulty, mental health cases and the more difficult misdemeanor cases. Interviews clients and witnesses, conducts preliminary hearings, review transcripts, requests the investigation of facts and testimony, and confers with law enforcement officers, experts, deputy district attorneys, and other interested parties to determine the course of action that should be taken in behalf of their clients. Advises clients as to their rights and the actions they should take in court, including the relative merits of trial by judge or jury and the advisability of negotiated pleas. Prepares briefs, pleadings and other documents and makes motions for continuances, dismissals, reduction of bail and new trials. Represents the defense in arraignment, pleading, and probation and sentencing proceedings in felony and misdemeanor cases. Represents juvenile clients in hearing in the Juvenile Court. Prepares reports outlining the advisability of appealing cases. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: One year of full-time experience in the practice of criminal law representing either adults, and/or juveniles in delinquency proceedings, at the level of a Deputy Public Defender I* in the services of Los Angeles County. All qualifying experience musthave occurred within the last seven (7) years . LICENSE(S) REQUIRED: Admission to practice law in all courts in California. 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 CLASSII: 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: *Deputy public Defender I performs beginning level legal work required in representing the defense in criminal cases accepted by or assigned to the Alternate Public Defender in the services of Los Angeles County. U.S. Citizenship is required at the time of filing. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an interview weighted 100%. The interview will cover training, experience, personal fitness and the general ability to perform the duties of the position. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to placed on the eligible register. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Alternate Public Defender. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of 6 months following the date of promulgation. RETAKE PERIOD: No person may compete for this examination more than once every six (6) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles county employment application for this examination. Paper applications or resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m. PST, on the last day of filing. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE: Apply online by clicking on the "APPLY" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the 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, 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. Attachment: If you are unable to attach required documents with online applications, you must email them to mcordero@apd.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of online filing. Please include the exam number and the exam title in the subject line. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER LANGUAGE: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other that a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. 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. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their applications online using their own user IC and password. Using a family member or friends user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Department Contact Name: Maria Cordero Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-8244 Department Contact Email: mcordero@apd.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 974-8244 Teletype Phone: (213) 974-0911 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Closing Date/Time:
Monterey County Human Resources
Salinas, CA, United States
Position Description  DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY I $67,498 - $91,582 annually DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II $80,745 - $109,676 annually THE POSITION  The Monterey County District Attorney's Office is now recruiting to fill entry-level Deputy District Attorney I and Deputy District Attorney II positions in the criminal division.  Candidates who have taken the July 2018 California Bar Examination who await results in November 2018 are strongly encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants may be offered paid certified post-bar positions prior to receiving bar examination results. All candidates pending California Bar Examination results are expected to apply with the State Bar for their post-bar certification.  Under the County's flexible staffing policy, attorneys hired at the DDA I and DDA II levels of the career series may be promoted through the DDA IV level, subject to meeting the employment requirements of the higher class and securing the District Attorney's assent for promotion.  The Eligible List established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a temporary or permanent basis.  THE DEPARTMENT  The Monterey County District Attorney's Office has headquarters at the Salinas Courthouse and a satellite office in the Monterey Courthouse.  There are 52 Deputy District Attorneys. The criminal prosecutors work in the Salinas office.  The office is an approved MCLE provider and conducts regular in-house training.  The Criminal Division is subdivided into Felony Units, a Misdemeanor Prosecutions Unit and a Juvenile Court Unit. Some of the specialized positions in the Felony Units include: gangs, prison crimes, elder abuse, child abuse, and sexual assault.  Vertical prosecution is typical. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES  Prepares and prosecutes criminal cases by presenting opening statements, conducting direct and cross-examination of witnesses, introducing evidence, making relevant objections, arguing points of law, and presenting closing arguments. Represents the office during other court hearings such as arraignments, pretrial hearings, motions, sentencings and probation revocations. Researches questions of law and evidence and applies statutory and decisional case law, along with such other legal treatises as may be required, in the preparation of cases for hearing in court. Provides on-call consultations after hours to law enforcement agencies. Determines nature and extent of prosecutions and negotiates the appropriate disposition of criminal cases. Marshals, reviews and prepares evidence for presentation in court. Examples of Experience/Education/Training ESSENTIAL DUTIES  Prepares and prosecutes criminal cases by presenting opening statements, conducting direct and cross-examination of witnesses, introducing evidence, making relevant objections, arguing points of law, and presenting closing arguments. Represents the office during other court hearings such as arraignments, pretrial hearings, motions, sentencings and probation revocations. Researches questions of law and evidence and applies statutory and decisional case law, along with such other legal treatises as may be required, in the preparation of cases for hearing in court. Provides on-call consultations after hours to law enforcement agencies. Determines nature and extent of prosecutions and negotiates the appropriate disposition of criminal cases. Marshals, reviews and prepares evidence for presentation in court. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Licenses/Certificates:  Membership in the California State Bar is required at the time of appointment, but not at the time of application. An employee must possess a valid California Class C driver's license or have access to transportation to meet work assignments. Working knowledge of : The duties, responsibilities, powers and limitations of the Office of the District Attorney; legal ethics; methods of legal research and writing; rules of evidence. Thorough knowledge of : Trial practice; criminal and civil law and procedure; constitutional, statutory and decisional laws of the State of California.  Skill and Ability to : Gather and evaluate data, draw logical conclusions and formulate an effective course of action; evaluate the persuasive impact of evidence on a court or jury; communicate effectively in presenting a case to a court or jury; write clearly, concisely and persuasively; recognize situations of a potentially sensitive nature and handle them with discretion; work cooperatively with persons of different socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds; manage a caseload with the assistance of a supervisor. Computer skills are required.  DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS  Fluency in Spanish; prior experience as an attorney, intern or volunteer in a criminal law, consumer protection or environmental law practice. Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT As a condition of employment, the final candidate will be required to successfully complete a background investigation.                     REQUIRED MATERIALS AND SELECTION PROCEDURES  The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The competitive process requires a completed Monterey County Application and responses to the Supplemental Questions. Resumes ARE REQUIRED but will not be accepted in lieu of required application materials.   Responses to the Supplemental Questions are the sole basis in the initial qualifications appraisal to be placed on the eligible list. Applications received without the Supplemental Questions responses will not be considered. Either a California State Bar number or attestation that applicant took the July 2018 California Bar examination is required. Application materials will be competitively evaluated, with those who are determined to be most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the process. To assess an applicant's possession of required qualifications, further examination may include an oral examination, performance examination, and/or written examination. For a guaranteed review, all application materials must be received in the Human Resources Office by Friday, September 14, 2018.  All applications may be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Human Resources Michelle Gomez, HR Analyst 168 West Alisal Street, 3rd Floor Salinas, CA 93901 (831)759-5383 OR Apply On-Line at: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel 24-Hour Job Information Line (831) 755-5126  (Salinas)   (831) 647-7726 (Monterey)                    BENEFITS     Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package (E Bargaining Unit) including: Health Insurance: Flexible credits for health/medical, dental, vision and optional benefits. Contingent upon employee enrollment into a medical plan. Life Insurance : The County provides coverage of $50,000 Term Life. Vacation: Annual Leave Accrual - up to 2 years 23 days. The rate increases after 2, 6, 10, 18, 20 and 25 years of service. Holidays: Ten (10) paid Holidays days plus Christmas Eve when December 24th falls on a Monday-Thursday. Professional Leave: Ten (10) days per calendar year; non-accruable. Professional Benefits: Basic CA State Bar Dues if due after date of employment. Organizational Membership Fees: Reimbursed up to $400.00 per fiscal year. Retirement Plan: 2% at 62. Social Security/Medicare: the County participates in these programs. Disability: Long-term Care Plan - County paid UNUM Disability Insurance. Dependent Care: the County offers elder and childcare programs. Deferred Compensation: the County has a voluntary deferred compensation program. 457(b) Plan   The information listed above is a general summary of benefits for this position. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or E Unit MOU prevail over this listing. More information regarding E Unit benefits may be obtained from our website at www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel .  If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Personnel Analyst at (831)759-6723. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed above. Final candidates will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment with Monterey County. Closing Date/Time: 9/14/2018 11:59 PM Pacific
Aug 15, 2018
Full Time
Position Description  DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY I $67,498 - $91,582 annually DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY II $80,745 - $109,676 annually THE POSITION  The Monterey County District Attorney's Office is now recruiting to fill entry-level Deputy District Attorney I and Deputy District Attorney II positions in the criminal division.  Candidates who have taken the July 2018 California Bar Examination who await results in November 2018 are strongly encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants may be offered paid certified post-bar positions prior to receiving bar examination results. All candidates pending California Bar Examination results are expected to apply with the State Bar for their post-bar certification.  Under the County's flexible staffing policy, attorneys hired at the DDA I and DDA II levels of the career series may be promoted through the DDA IV level, subject to meeting the employment requirements of the higher class and securing the District Attorney's assent for promotion.  The Eligible List established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a temporary or permanent basis.  THE DEPARTMENT  The Monterey County District Attorney's Office has headquarters at the Salinas Courthouse and a satellite office in the Monterey Courthouse.  There are 52 Deputy District Attorneys. The criminal prosecutors work in the Salinas office.  The office is an approved MCLE provider and conducts regular in-house training.  The Criminal Division is subdivided into Felony Units, a Misdemeanor Prosecutions Unit and a Juvenile Court Unit. Some of the specialized positions in the Felony Units include: gangs, prison crimes, elder abuse, child abuse, and sexual assault.  Vertical prosecution is typical. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES  Prepares and prosecutes criminal cases by presenting opening statements, conducting direct and cross-examination of witnesses, introducing evidence, making relevant objections, arguing points of law, and presenting closing arguments. Represents the office during other court hearings such as arraignments, pretrial hearings, motions, sentencings and probation revocations. Researches questions of law and evidence and applies statutory and decisional case law, along with such other legal treatises as may be required, in the preparation of cases for hearing in court. Provides on-call consultations after hours to law enforcement agencies. Determines nature and extent of prosecutions and negotiates the appropriate disposition of criminal cases. Marshals, reviews and prepares evidence for presentation in court. Examples of Experience/Education/Training ESSENTIAL DUTIES  Prepares and prosecutes criminal cases by presenting opening statements, conducting direct and cross-examination of witnesses, introducing evidence, making relevant objections, arguing points of law, and presenting closing arguments. Represents the office during other court hearings such as arraignments, pretrial hearings, motions, sentencings and probation revocations. Researches questions of law and evidence and applies statutory and decisional case law, along with such other legal treatises as may be required, in the preparation of cases for hearing in court. Provides on-call consultations after hours to law enforcement agencies. Determines nature and extent of prosecutions and negotiates the appropriate disposition of criminal cases. Marshals, reviews and prepares evidence for presentation in court. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Licenses/Certificates:  Membership in the California State Bar is required at the time of appointment, but not at the time of application. An employee must possess a valid California Class C driver's license or have access to transportation to meet work assignments. Working knowledge of : The duties, responsibilities, powers and limitations of the Office of the District Attorney; legal ethics; methods of legal research and writing; rules of evidence. Thorough knowledge of : Trial practice; criminal and civil law and procedure; constitutional, statutory and decisional laws of the State of California.  Skill and Ability to : Gather and evaluate data, draw logical conclusions and formulate an effective course of action; evaluate the persuasive impact of evidence on a court or jury; communicate effectively in presenting a case to a court or jury; write clearly, concisely and persuasively; recognize situations of a potentially sensitive nature and handle them with discretion; work cooperatively with persons of different socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds; manage a caseload with the assistance of a supervisor. Computer skills are required.  DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS  Fluency in Spanish; prior experience as an attorney, intern or volunteer in a criminal law, consumer protection or environmental law practice. Additional Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT As a condition of employment, the final candidate will be required to successfully complete a background investigation.                     REQUIRED MATERIALS AND SELECTION PROCEDURES  The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The competitive process requires a completed Monterey County Application and responses to the Supplemental Questions. Resumes ARE REQUIRED but will not be accepted in lieu of required application materials.   Responses to the Supplemental Questions are the sole basis in the initial qualifications appraisal to be placed on the eligible list. Applications received without the Supplemental Questions responses will not be considered. Either a California State Bar number or attestation that applicant took the July 2018 California Bar examination is required. Application materials will be competitively evaluated, with those who are determined to be most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the process. To assess an applicant's possession of required qualifications, further examination may include an oral examination, performance examination, and/or written examination. For a guaranteed review, all application materials must be received in the Human Resources Office by Friday, September 14, 2018.  All applications may be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Human Resources Michelle Gomez, HR Analyst 168 West Alisal Street, 3rd Floor Salinas, CA 93901 (831)759-5383 OR Apply On-Line at: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel 24-Hour Job Information Line (831) 755-5126  (Salinas)   (831) 647-7726 (Monterey)                    BENEFITS     Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package (E Bargaining Unit) including: Health Insurance: Flexible credits for health/medical, dental, vision and optional benefits. Contingent upon employee enrollment into a medical plan. Life Insurance : The County provides coverage of $50,000 Term Life. Vacation: Annual Leave Accrual - up to 2 years 23 days. The rate increases after 2, 6, 10, 18, 20 and 25 years of service. Holidays: Ten (10) paid Holidays days plus Christmas Eve when December 24th falls on a Monday-Thursday. Professional Leave: Ten (10) days per calendar year; non-accruable. Professional Benefits: Basic CA State Bar Dues if due after date of employment. Organizational Membership Fees: Reimbursed up to $400.00 per fiscal year. Retirement Plan: 2% at 62. Social Security/Medicare: the County participates in these programs. Disability: Long-term Care Plan - County paid UNUM Disability Insurance. Dependent Care: the County offers elder and childcare programs. Deferred Compensation: the County has a voluntary deferred compensation program. 457(b) Plan   The information listed above is a general summary of benefits for this position. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or E Unit MOU prevail over this listing. More information regarding E Unit benefits may be obtained from our website at www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel .  If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Personnel Analyst at (831)759-6723. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed above. Final candidates will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment with Monterey County. Closing Date/Time: 9/14/2018 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Description The Seattle Municipal Court (SMC) is one of the highest volume Courts of Limited Jurisdiction in the State of Washington with 12 judicial officers and over 200 staff. It was established in accordance with State law and is the judicial branch of government for the City. The Court is authorized by the State of Washington and the Seattle Municipal Code to hear and decide both criminal and civil matters. For more information on the Seattle Municipal Court, visit www.seattle.gov/courts. SMC, recognized for our proactive and innovative approach, is seeking experienced law enforcement or corrections officers for the position of On-call Court Marshal. Join the Court's specially-commissioned team as an on-call officer responsible for all aspects of security and creating a safe environment for defendants, the public, and Court employees. This high volume seeks to hire dedicated, agile, and motivated staff. An On-Call Court Marshal can be assigned to work 4 to 8 hour shifts Monday through Saturday between 7 AM and 6 PM with some holiday coverage assigned. The unit consists of 11 specially-commissioned officers withSergeant Floyd Hickmon, Sergeant Jef Boyd, and Chief Elisa Sansalone leading the team.The ideal candidate will have successfully completed a law enforcement or corrections academy and have three (3) years of full-time law enforcement or corrections experience. Applicants seeking temporary employment or to supplement their income are encouraged to apply.This is a long-term, on-going temporary position that provides coverage when our regular Court Marshals are absent. Job Responsibilities Guard and protect prisoners, Court staff and the public in courtrooms, jail holding cells and court-related areas. Intervene and make arrests in potential incidents of violence or warrant service. Escort prisoners or detainees between secured facilities and courtrooms. Book out-of-custody defendants into jail and search holding cells for contraband on a regular basis. Monitor, assist, and oversee security screeners to ensure screening of the general public is conducted in a professional manner. Operate security devices: firearm, baton, Taser, etc. Act as first responder to fire alarms, bomb threats and various safety concerns, and assist with building evacuations. Complete incident and police type reports and various required paperwork. Successfully secure and maintain Seattle Police Department special commission which includes passing an annual firearm qualification. Work Environment/Physical Demands: Frequently exposed to individuals who are distraught, hostile or abusive. Qualifications This position has a special commission issued by the Seattle Police Department (SPD) which requires all Court Marshal candidates to meet certain hiring standards.Please review the automatic and case-by-case disqualifiers to determine if you are qualified to submit your application for the On-Call Court Marshal position. SPD is interested in the applicant's life story as a complete picture.SPD understands that, at times, people encounter challenges in their lives.During the background investigation process, SPD will learn in great detail about those challenges, as well as the lessons learned and the life changes the applicant has made. It is imperative that you are forthcoming in your responses; honesty is expected throughout this process. Automatic Disqualifiers The following are automatic disqualifiers - applicants should not apply to our agency if any of the following apply: Criminal Record :any adult felony conviction; any misdemeanor or felony conviction while employed in a criminal justice and/or law enforcement capacity; or any domestic violence conviction. Drug Use : MARIJUANA: An applicant has not used Marijuana within twelve (12) months prior to the date of this application, and COCAINE/CRACK: An applicant has not used cocaine or crack within the ten (10) years prior to the date of this application, and CLUB DRUGS : An applicant has not used club drugs, such as, but not limited to: Ketamine, GHB, Rohypnol, or MDMA (ecstasy) within the five (5) years prior to the date of this application, and HALLUCINOGENS : An applicant has not used any Hallucinogens; PCP, Angel Dust, Wet, Phencyclidine, LSD, Mushrooms, or Psylocybin, within the ten (10) years prior to the date of this application, and OPIATES : An applicant has not used Opium, Morphine, or Heroin within the ten (10) years prior to the date of this application, and STIMULANTS: An applicant has not used Methamphetamine, Crank, Crystal, Ice, Speed, Glass, or Amphetamine within the ten (10) years prior to the date of this application, and AEROSOLS: An applicant has inhaled aerosols, sometimes referred to as Huffing (paint) or Whippits (Nitrous Oxide) or used Khat within the five (5) years prior to the date of this application, and An applicant has not used four (4) or more controlled substances within the ten (10) years prior to the date of this application, and An applicant has not used any illegal drug(s) while employed in a criminal justice and/or law enforcement capacity, and An applicant has not manufactured or cultivated illegal drug(s) for the purpose of the sales/marketing of the drug(s), and An applicant has not sold or facilitated the sale of illegal drugs. Case-by-Case Disqualifiers The following are behaviors that will be given case-by-case consideration. Military Discharge :Any discharge from any military service other than honorable circumstances (fair employment laws apply). Traffic Record :An applicant's driving record will be thoroughly assessed and may be a factor for disqualification. Examples of infractions/traffic crimes that may be disqualifying include:Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), reckless driving or hit and run driving, or suspension of your driver's license within five years of the date of application. Employment Record :An applicant's employment history, including any terminations, or leaving an employer in lieu of termination, will be thoroughly assessed and may be grounds for disqualification. Financial Record :An applicant's credit history will be thoroughly assessed and related decision-making issues may be grounds for disqualification. The following are areas of concern:Failure to pay income tax and failure to pay child support. Professional Appearance :All applicants are expected to maintain a professional appearance at all times.SPD has the discretion in determining what is considered professional, as it relates to the position the applicant is applying for. Any and all tattoos, branding (intentional burning of skin to create a design), voluntary disfigurement (marring or spoiling of the appearance or shape of a body part), or scarification (intentional cutting of the skin to create a design) shall be carefully reviewed by SPD on a case-by-case basis. Other Minimum Qualifications: Certified by a criminal justice or corrections academy program AND who have at least three years of full-time law enforcement or corrections experience . Other types of law enforcement work experience will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Copy of certification or transcript from Washington State or an equivalent certified criminal justice academy program is required. Valid Washington State Driver's license. At least 21 years of age upon hire. High school diploma or GED. Must be a U.S. citizen. As noted above, the successful candidate must pass the SPD background investigation, which requires full disclosure of the applicant's past.Any negative factors found in the candidate's background will be evaluated in terms of the circumstances and facts surrounding its occurrence.Deliberate inaccuracies or omissions may disqualify an applicant from advancing in the process. Desired Qualifications: Current First Aid Certificate, CPR, and use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Bi-lingual Proficient using a computer to access email, trainings, and timesheet. Demonstrated ability to: Engage in proactive intervention to defuse conflicts and maintain orderly conduct in public group situations; Use defensive tactics and the appropriate use of force, including weapons such as firearms and batons Perform strenuous physical tasks such as running, subduing, and detaining individuals. Confront problematic situations and exercise sound judgment under stress and in emergency situations Provide excellent communication, observation, and problem-solving skills Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Judges, Court employees, and outside law enforcement agencies Work in close contact with persons who are mentally ill or who have physical illness. Additional Information This recruitment is open continuous. To ensure consideration, please apply by July 10th. Applicants from this recruitment process may be considered for part-time and full-timeCourt Marshalopenings that become available. The entire recruitment process: application to start date takes approximately eight (8) months. Hiring Process Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered. Completed NEOGOV online ( www.seattle.gov/jobs ) . Supplemental questionnaire responses. Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications. Current resume indicating relevant experience and education. Candidates selected for first round interviews will be asked to provide a copy of their law enforcement or corrections certification or transcript. Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete . By completing the supplemental questions you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. The Court will review any information provided in your application package and misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration and/or employment if discovered subsequent to selection for the position. Attaching or pasting a cover letter and resume alone is not a substitute for completing the application itself. All applications will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in two rounds of interviews.Out-of-state candidates, at their own expense, must make travel arrangements to participate in-person for at least one interview, either the first or second. Top candidates, who successfully pass the second round, will be asked to submit the completed Personal History Information (PHI) packet.An extensive background investigation conducted by the Seattle Police Department.The complete PHI packet can be downloaded from the Seattle Police Department's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/police/police-jobs/apply Incomplete or untimely submissions will result in disqualification from the hiring process. Make sure and attach photocopies of your driver's license, social security card, DD 214 and law enforcement or corrections academy certification. The Release of Information & Credit History Release forms MUST be notarized. Candidates asked to participate in the background check process will have an in-depth test and interview with an SPD detective.Out-of-state candidates must make travel arrangements, at their own expense, to participate in-person for this portion of the recruitment process. Successful candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment must pass the final investigation phase conducted by Seattle Police Department, which includes polygraph, psychological, medical, and drug testing. Out-of-state candidates must make travel arrangements, at their own expense, to participate in-person for this portion of the recruitment process. Union Information: This position is represented by Seattle Municipal Court Marshal's Guild. You will be required to join the guild within 30 days of your start date. . Recruitment Process and Timeline : The entire recruitment process: application to start date takes approximately eight (8) months. Special Commission :As a condition of employment, Marshals must obtain and maintain a Special Commission issued by the Seattle Police Department, which includes annual firearms qualifications. Note:The Physical Agility Test (PAT) and WA State Basic Law Enforcement equivalency academy training are not required. For more information on the Seattle Municipal Court, visit www.seattle.gov/courts. Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Temporary
Position Description The Seattle Municipal Court (SMC) is one of the highest volume Courts of Limited Jurisdiction in the State of Washington with 12 judicial officers and over 200 staff. It was established in accordance with State law and is the judicial branch of government for the City. The Court is authorized by the State of Washington and the Seattle Municipal Code to hear and decide both criminal and civil matters. For more information on the Seattle Municipal Court, visit www.seattle.gov/courts. SMC, recognized for our proactive and innovative approach, is seeking experienced law enforcement or corrections officers for the position of On-call Court Marshal. Join the Court's specially-commissioned team as an on-call officer responsible for all aspects of security and creating a safe environment for defendants, the public, and Court employees. This high volume seeks to hire dedicated, agile, and motivated staff. An On-Call Court Marshal can be assigned to work 4 to 8 hour shifts Monday through Saturday between 7 AM and 6 PM with some holiday coverage assigned. The unit consists of 11 specially-commissioned officers withSergeant Floyd Hickmon, Sergeant Jef Boyd, and Chief Elisa Sansalone leading the team.The ideal candidate will have successfully completed a law enforcement or corrections academy and have three (3) years of full-time law enforcement or corrections experience. Applicants seeking temporary employment or to supplement their income are encouraged to apply.This is a long-term, on-going temporary position that provides coverage when our regular Court Marshals are absent. Job Responsibilities Guard and protect prisoners, Court staff and the public in courtrooms, jail holding cells and court-related areas. Intervene and make arrests in potential incidents of violence or warrant service. Escort prisoners or detainees between secured facilities and courtrooms. Book out-of-custody defendants into jail and search holding cells for contraband on a regular basis. Monitor, assist, and oversee security screeners to ensure screening of the general public is conducted in a professional manner. Operate security devices: firearm, baton, Taser, etc. Act as first responder to fire alarms, bomb threats and various safety concerns, and assist with building evacuations. Complete incident and police type reports and various required paperwork. Successfully secure and maintain Seattle Police Department special commission which includes passing an annual firearm qualification. Work Environment/Physical Demands: Frequently exposed to individuals who are distraught, hostile or abusive. Qualifications This position has a special commission issued by the Seattle Police Department (SPD) which requires all Court Marshal candidates to meet certain hiring standards.Please review the automatic and case-by-case disqualifiers to determine if you are qualified to submit your application for the On-Call Court Marshal position. SPD is interested in the applicant's life story as a complete picture.SPD understands that, at times, people encounter challenges in their lives.During the background investigation process, SPD will learn in great detail about those challenges, as well as the lessons learned and the life changes the applicant has made. It is imperative that you are forthcoming in your responses; honesty is expected throughout this process. Automatic Disqualifiers The following are automatic disqualifiers - applicants should not apply to our agency if any of the following apply: Criminal Record :any adult felony conviction; any misdemeanor or felony conviction while employed in a criminal justice and/or law enforcement capacity; or any domestic violence conviction. Drug Use : MARIJUANA: An applicant has not used Marijuana within twelve (12) months prior to the date of this application, and COCAINE/CRACK: An applicant has not used cocaine or crack within the ten (10) years prior to the date of this application, and CLUB DRUGS : An applicant has not used club drugs, such as, but not limited to: Ketamine, GHB, Rohypnol, or MDMA (ecstasy) within the five (5) years prior to the date of this application, and HALLUCINOGENS : An applicant has not used any Hallucinogens; PCP, Angel Dust, Wet, Phencyclidine, LSD, Mushrooms, or Psylocybin, within the ten (10) years prior to the date of this application, and OPIATES : An applicant has not used Opium, Morphine, or Heroin within the ten (10) years prior to the date of this application, and STIMULANTS: An applicant has not used Methamphetamine, Crank, Crystal, Ice, Speed, Glass, or Amphetamine within the ten (10) years prior to the date of this application, and AEROSOLS: An applicant has inhaled aerosols, sometimes referred to as Huffing (paint) or Whippits (Nitrous Oxide) or used Khat within the five (5) years prior to the date of this application, and An applicant has not used four (4) or more controlled substances within the ten (10) years prior to the date of this application, and An applicant has not used any illegal drug(s) while employed in a criminal justice and/or law enforcement capacity, and An applicant has not manufactured or cultivated illegal drug(s) for the purpose of the sales/marketing of the drug(s), and An applicant has not sold or facilitated the sale of illegal drugs. Case-by-Case Disqualifiers The following are behaviors that will be given case-by-case consideration. Military Discharge :Any discharge from any military service other than honorable circumstances (fair employment laws apply). Traffic Record :An applicant's driving record will be thoroughly assessed and may be a factor for disqualification. Examples of infractions/traffic crimes that may be disqualifying include:Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), reckless driving or hit and run driving, or suspension of your driver's license within five years of the date of application. Employment Record :An applicant's employment history, including any terminations, or leaving an employer in lieu of termination, will be thoroughly assessed and may be grounds for disqualification. Financial Record :An applicant's credit history will be thoroughly assessed and related decision-making issues may be grounds for disqualification. The following are areas of concern:Failure to pay income tax and failure to pay child support. Professional Appearance :All applicants are expected to maintain a professional appearance at all times.SPD has the discretion in determining what is considered professional, as it relates to the position the applicant is applying for. Any and all tattoos, branding (intentional burning of skin to create a design), voluntary disfigurement (marring or spoiling of the appearance or shape of a body part), or scarification (intentional cutting of the skin to create a design) shall be carefully reviewed by SPD on a case-by-case basis. Other Minimum Qualifications: Certified by a criminal justice or corrections academy program AND who have at least three years of full-time law enforcement or corrections experience . Other types of law enforcement work experience will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Copy of certification or transcript from Washington State or an equivalent certified criminal justice academy program is required. Valid Washington State Driver's license. At least 21 years of age upon hire. High school diploma or GED. Must be a U.S. citizen. As noted above, the successful candidate must pass the SPD background investigation, which requires full disclosure of the applicant's past.Any negative factors found in the candidate's background will be evaluated in terms of the circumstances and facts surrounding its occurrence.Deliberate inaccuracies or omissions may disqualify an applicant from advancing in the process. Desired Qualifications: Current First Aid Certificate, CPR, and use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Bi-lingual Proficient using a computer to access email, trainings, and timesheet. Demonstrated ability to: Engage in proactive intervention to defuse conflicts and maintain orderly conduct in public group situations; Use defensive tactics and the appropriate use of force, including weapons such as firearms and batons Perform strenuous physical tasks such as running, subduing, and detaining individuals. Confront problematic situations and exercise sound judgment under stress and in emergency situations Provide excellent communication, observation, and problem-solving skills Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Judges, Court employees, and outside law enforcement agencies Work in close contact with persons who are mentally ill or who have physical illness. Additional Information This recruitment is open continuous. To ensure consideration, please apply by July 10th. Applicants from this recruitment process may be considered for part-time and full-timeCourt Marshalopenings that become available. The entire recruitment process: application to start date takes approximately eight (8) months. Hiring Process Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered. Completed NEOGOV online ( www.seattle.gov/jobs ) . Supplemental questionnaire responses. Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications. Current resume indicating relevant experience and education. Candidates selected for first round interviews will be asked to provide a copy of their law enforcement or corrections certification or transcript. Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete . By completing the supplemental questions you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. The Court will review any information provided in your application package and misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration and/or employment if discovered subsequent to selection for the position. Attaching or pasting a cover letter and resume alone is not a substitute for completing the application itself. All applications will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in two rounds of interviews.Out-of-state candidates, at their own expense, must make travel arrangements to participate in-person for at least one interview, either the first or second. Top candidates, who successfully pass the second round, will be asked to submit the completed Personal History Information (PHI) packet.An extensive background investigation conducted by the Seattle Police Department.The complete PHI packet can be downloaded from the Seattle Police Department's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/police/police-jobs/apply Incomplete or untimely submissions will result in disqualification from the hiring process. Make sure and attach photocopies of your driver's license, social security card, DD 214 and law enforcement or corrections academy certification. The Release of Information & Credit History Release forms MUST be notarized. Candidates asked to participate in the background check process will have an in-depth test and interview with an SPD detective.Out-of-state candidates must make travel arrangements, at their own expense, to participate in-person for this portion of the recruitment process. Successful candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment must pass the final investigation phase conducted by Seattle Police Department, which includes polygraph, psychological, medical, and drug testing. Out-of-state candidates must make travel arrangements, at their own expense, to participate in-person for this portion of the recruitment process. Union Information: This position is represented by Seattle Municipal Court Marshal's Guild. You will be required to join the guild within 30 days of your start date. . Recruitment Process and Timeline : The entire recruitment process: application to start date takes approximately eight (8) months. Special Commission :As a condition of employment, Marshals must obtain and maintain a Special Commission issued by the Seattle Police Department, which includes annual firearms qualifications. Note:The Physical Agility Test (PAT) and WA State Basic Law Enforcement equivalency academy training are not required. For more information on the Seattle Municipal Court, visit www.seattle.gov/courts. Closing Date/Time:
Requirements The successful candidate will hold a JD degree from an accredited school of law, a license to practice law in Texas or have the ability to obtain within 9 months, hold a Texas Class "C" driver's license, and any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job. A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible legal experience and at least five years of experience supervising other attorneys and legal support staff is required. General Purpose The ideal candidate will have competence in general areas of municipal law and know when to seek outside legal services in those areas that fall outside of his/her direct experience or capacity of the office. It is preferred that the new City Attorney will have direct experience with employment law, contract law, economic development and redevelopment, land use, planning and zoning. Typical Duties Assumes full management responsibility for all department services and activities, including civil litigation, preparation of City ordinances, subsequent prosecution of ordinance violations, and preparation of resolutions and other legal documents. Manages the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned service area; establishes, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; and allocates resources accordingly. Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; and identifies opportunities for improvement, and directs the implementation of changes. Acts as official departmental representative to other City departments, City Manager's Office, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains, justifies, and defends department programs, policies, and activities; and negotiates and resolves sensitive, significant, and controversial issues. Selects, motivates, and evaluates department staff; provides or coordinates training and works with employees to correct deficiencies; and implements and administers disciplinary and termination procedures. Plans, directs, and coordinates, through subordinate-level staff, the department work plan; meets with management staff to identify and resolve problems; assigns projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; and reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures. Manages and participates in the development and administration of the department budget; estimates funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring and approval of expenditures; and directs the preparation and Implementation of budgetary adjustments as necessary. Coordinates departmental activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations; provides staff assistance to the City Manager and Mayor and City Council; and prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary communications. Responds to and resolves sensitive inquiries and complaints from both internal and external sources. Reviews and signs all higher-level department communication, including ordinances and contracts. Attends City Council meetings and takes necessary action regarding Council agenda items. Represents the City's interests before court and administrative proceedings as required; and prosecutes cases related to the Municipal Code. Represents the City in litigation leave involving its officials, employees, staff, or agents. Oversees the analysis and review of legally-binding City contracts; and provides legal opinions and recommendations to ensure proper and effective City representation in such matters. Renders legal opinions to the Mayor and City Council; City Manager, City boards and commissions, and department staff as required; and conducts on-going legal research in connection with pertinent municipal legal issues. Provides staff support to a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; and stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of municipal law. Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required. General Information How to Apply For more information, please contact Chuck Rohre at crohre@springsted.com (214-466-2436) or Art Davis at adavis@springsted.com (816-868-7042). This position is open until filled; however, prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their application by the 1st review deadline of August 6, 2018 . Following this review date, applications will be screened against criteria provided in this brochure. The Mayor and City Council will offer interviews in El Paso to those candidates named as finalists, with reference checks, background checks, and academic verifications conducted after receiving candidates' permission. Please visitSpringsted/Waters Executive Recruitmentwebsite at https://springsted-waters.recruitmenthome.com/postings/2037 For a detailed brochure click here This recruitment will incorporate existing rules and regulations that govern public sector recruitments in the State of Texas. Information presented to the City of El Paso for consideration may be made available to the public, in accordance with public disclosure/open records laws. Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
Requirements The successful candidate will hold a JD degree from an accredited school of law, a license to practice law in Texas or have the ability to obtain within 9 months, hold a Texas Class "C" driver's license, and any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job. A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible legal experience and at least five years of experience supervising other attorneys and legal support staff is required. General Purpose The ideal candidate will have competence in general areas of municipal law and know when to seek outside legal services in those areas that fall outside of his/her direct experience or capacity of the office. It is preferred that the new City Attorney will have direct experience with employment law, contract law, economic development and redevelopment, land use, planning and zoning. Typical Duties Assumes full management responsibility for all department services and activities, including civil litigation, preparation of City ordinances, subsequent prosecution of ordinance violations, and preparation of resolutions and other legal documents. Manages the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned service area; establishes, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; and allocates resources accordingly. Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; and identifies opportunities for improvement, and directs the implementation of changes. Acts as official departmental representative to other City departments, City Manager's Office, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains, justifies, and defends department programs, policies, and activities; and negotiates and resolves sensitive, significant, and controversial issues. Selects, motivates, and evaluates department staff; provides or coordinates training and works with employees to correct deficiencies; and implements and administers disciplinary and termination procedures. Plans, directs, and coordinates, through subordinate-level staff, the department work plan; meets with management staff to identify and resolve problems; assigns projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; and reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures. Manages and participates in the development and administration of the department budget; estimates funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring and approval of expenditures; and directs the preparation and Implementation of budgetary adjustments as necessary. Coordinates departmental activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations; provides staff assistance to the City Manager and Mayor and City Council; and prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary communications. Responds to and resolves sensitive inquiries and complaints from both internal and external sources. Reviews and signs all higher-level department communication, including ordinances and contracts. Attends City Council meetings and takes necessary action regarding Council agenda items. Represents the City's interests before court and administrative proceedings as required; and prosecutes cases related to the Municipal Code. Represents the City in litigation leave involving its officials, employees, staff, or agents. Oversees the analysis and review of legally-binding City contracts; and provides legal opinions and recommendations to ensure proper and effective City representation in such matters. Renders legal opinions to the Mayor and City Council; City Manager, City boards and commissions, and department staff as required; and conducts on-going legal research in connection with pertinent municipal legal issues. Provides staff support to a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; and stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of municipal law. Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required. General Information How to Apply For more information, please contact Chuck Rohre at crohre@springsted.com (214-466-2436) or Art Davis at adavis@springsted.com (816-868-7042). This position is open until filled; however, prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their application by the 1st review deadline of August 6, 2018 . Following this review date, applications will be screened against criteria provided in this brochure. The Mayor and City Council will offer interviews in El Paso to those candidates named as finalists, with reference checks, background checks, and academic verifications conducted after receiving candidates' permission. Please visitSpringsted/Waters Executive Recruitmentwebsite at https://springsted-waters.recruitmenthome.com/postings/2037 For a detailed brochure click here This recruitment will incorporate existing rules and regulations that govern public sector recruitments in the State of Texas. Information presented to the City of El Paso for consideration may be made available to the public, in accordance with public disclosure/open records laws. Closing Date/Time:
FILING DATES: 07/06/2015 -OPEN CONTINUOUS Restricted to permanent employees of the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office who currently hold the payroll title of Investigator, D.A. and who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. Special Salary Information $6,663.40 - $9,225.82Basic POST $6,866.07- $9,506.43 Intermediate POST $7,074.91 - $9,795.59 Advanced POST Positions allocable to this class conduct complex investigations in support of criminalprosecution. Essential Job Functions Conducts complex, original jurisdiction investigations such as organized crimes, major crimes, major fraud, consumer fraud, welfare fraud, real estate fraud, automobile fraud, medical fraud, workers' compensation fraud, computer crimes, terrorism, political corruption, officer involved shootings, internal affairs, as well as providing daily support to over 1,000 deputy district attorneys (DDAs) in Los Angeles County. Conducts interviews of complainants, victims, witnesses, and suspects. Writes search warrant affidavits and coordinates all tactical and safety considerations in support of the execution of search warrants. Inventories and books evidence for court presentation. Interfaces with United States attorneys, DDAs, and city prosecutors to present investigations in consideration of criminal filings and prosecution. Provides expert testimony and participates as the investigating officer during the prosecution phase. Assists DDAs by planning pre-trial investigations to support prosecution on a wide variety of major criminal cases. Supports DDAs who conduct countywide prosecutions, locates witnesses who avoid subpoena service due to gang intimidation and fear. Transports witnesses when necessary. Personally serves arrest warrants, makes arrests, interrogates suspects, documents confessions and admissions, and books prisoners. Conducts investigative security assessments involving threats and matters of safety related to all district attorney personnel. Develops relationships with others in the criminal justice system to facilitate assistance on investigations that extend throughout and beyond Los Angeles County. Maintains liaison and cooperates with other law enforcement and public agencies to develop intelligence data on narcotics operations, terrorism, and other criminal activities. Establishes and maintains contact with informants and gathers intelligence information concerning criminal and terrorist activities through: undercover operations; court-ordered electronic surveillance; and stationary and mobile surveillance, using radio, optical, and other technical equipment to secure and preserve evidence. Prepares criminal intelligence reports concerning the activities of individuals or groups involved in organized crime and detailed reports of criminal investigations including a narration of the offense, inventory of evidence, and witnesses to support allegations. Serves subpoenas for witnesses in the trial of all felonies; serves writs of habeas corpus ad testificandum and/or prosequendum. Locates abducted children pursuant to court orders, recovers abducted children throughout the United States, and arrests persons suspected of child abduction. Participates in federal, state, and local task forces related to: Anti-Terrorism, United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force, Automobile Fraud, Code Enforcement, Welfare Fraud, Health Insurance Fraud, Workers' Compensation Fraud, Social Security Fraud, and High Tech and Computer Forensic Investigations. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: One year's of criminal investigation experience ASAN Investigator, D.A. in the service of the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. LICENSE: Avalid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. You must attach photocopy of your college diploma or official college transcripts with school seal or Registrar's signature indicating that you have earned an Associate's degree or higherfrom an accredited * college or university to your application at the time of filing or during the filing period. You must attach a photocopy of your valid POST certificate to your application at the time of filing or during the period. You must provide your current California Driver License Number, date issued, and expiration date on your online application form. You must be willing and able to work in ANY area of Los Angeles County and on ANY shift (e.g., evenings, nights, and weekends). IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE, IT WILL BE REJECTED. Additional Information Withhold Information: Permanent employees who hold a qualifying payroll title as an Investigator, D.A., may file for this examination if they are within six (6) months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. However, their names will be withheld from the eligibleregister until the qualifying requirements is fully met. No Out-of-Class experience will be accepted. Exam Content: This examination will consist of three (3) parts: A written test weighted 65%, a Rating from Record weighted 15%, and an Appraisal of Promotability weighted 20%. I. A written test weighted65%. The written test will cover observation and recall skills, law enforcement laws related to investigations, written expression, data analysis and interpretation, and reading comprehension. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the written test as established by the department in order to proceed to the Rating from Record. The written test is NOT reviewable by candidates per Civil Service Rule 7.19. II. A Rating from Record weighted 15%. The Rating from Record will evaluate candidates' training, education, certificate(s),and experience. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the Rating from Record in order to proceed to the Appraisal of Promotability. III. An Appraisal of Promotability weighted 20%. The Appraisal of Promotability will assess the candidate's professional knowledge and skills, communications and interviewing skills, decision-making ability, interpersonal ability, and productivity. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examinations in order to be placed on the eligible list. Eligibility Information: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period ofnine (9)months following the date of promulgation. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in various locations of the District Attorney's Office. Retake: No person may compete in this examination more than once every 9 months. Application and Filing Information: This examination will remain open until the needs of the department are met and may close at any time without prior notice. APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY MAIL, FAX, OR IN-PERSON. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Please fill out the application completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, titles of courses completed, dates completed, and number of credits and/or certificates earned. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part-time) and salary earned. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification. Applicants may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. ADA Coordinator Phone (213) 257-2722 Teletype Phone (800) 897-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone (800)897-4099 Department Contact Name Ray Duque Department Contact Phone (213) 257-2729 Department Contact Email rduque@da.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
FILING DATES: 07/06/2015 -OPEN CONTINUOUS Restricted to permanent employees of the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office who currently hold the payroll title of Investigator, D.A. and who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. Special Salary Information $6,663.40 - $9,225.82Basic POST $6,866.07- $9,506.43 Intermediate POST $7,074.91 - $9,795.59 Advanced POST Positions allocable to this class conduct complex investigations in support of criminalprosecution. Essential Job Functions Conducts complex, original jurisdiction investigations such as organized crimes, major crimes, major fraud, consumer fraud, welfare fraud, real estate fraud, automobile fraud, medical fraud, workers' compensation fraud, computer crimes, terrorism, political corruption, officer involved shootings, internal affairs, as well as providing daily support to over 1,000 deputy district attorneys (DDAs) in Los Angeles County. Conducts interviews of complainants, victims, witnesses, and suspects. Writes search warrant affidavits and coordinates all tactical and safety considerations in support of the execution of search warrants. Inventories and books evidence for court presentation. Interfaces with United States attorneys, DDAs, and city prosecutors to present investigations in consideration of criminal filings and prosecution. Provides expert testimony and participates as the investigating officer during the prosecution phase. Assists DDAs by planning pre-trial investigations to support prosecution on a wide variety of major criminal cases. Supports DDAs who conduct countywide prosecutions, locates witnesses who avoid subpoena service due to gang intimidation and fear. Transports witnesses when necessary. Personally serves arrest warrants, makes arrests, interrogates suspects, documents confessions and admissions, and books prisoners. Conducts investigative security assessments involving threats and matters of safety related to all district attorney personnel. Develops relationships with others in the criminal justice system to facilitate assistance on investigations that extend throughout and beyond Los Angeles County. Maintains liaison and cooperates with other law enforcement and public agencies to develop intelligence data on narcotics operations, terrorism, and other criminal activities. Establishes and maintains contact with informants and gathers intelligence information concerning criminal and terrorist activities through: undercover operations; court-ordered electronic surveillance; and stationary and mobile surveillance, using radio, optical, and other technical equipment to secure and preserve evidence. Prepares criminal intelligence reports concerning the activities of individuals or groups involved in organized crime and detailed reports of criminal investigations including a narration of the offense, inventory of evidence, and witnesses to support allegations. Serves subpoenas for witnesses in the trial of all felonies; serves writs of habeas corpus ad testificandum and/or prosequendum. Locates abducted children pursuant to court orders, recovers abducted children throughout the United States, and arrests persons suspected of child abduction. Participates in federal, state, and local task forces related to: Anti-Terrorism, United States Marshals Fugitive Task Force, Automobile Fraud, Code Enforcement, Welfare Fraud, Health Insurance Fraud, Workers' Compensation Fraud, Social Security Fraud, and High Tech and Computer Forensic Investigations. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: One year's of criminal investigation experience ASAN Investigator, D.A. in the service of the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. LICENSE: Avalid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. You must attach photocopy of your college diploma or official college transcripts with school seal or Registrar's signature indicating that you have earned an Associate's degree or higherfrom an accredited * college or university to your application at the time of filing or during the filing period. You must attach a photocopy of your valid POST certificate to your application at the time of filing or during the period. You must provide your current California Driver License Number, date issued, and expiration date on your online application form. You must be willing and able to work in ANY area of Los Angeles County and on ANY shift (e.g., evenings, nights, and weekends). IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE, IT WILL BE REJECTED. Additional Information Withhold Information: Permanent employees who hold a qualifying payroll title as an Investigator, D.A., may file for this examination if they are within six (6) months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. However, their names will be withheld from the eligibleregister until the qualifying requirements is fully met. No Out-of-Class experience will be accepted. Exam Content: This examination will consist of three (3) parts: A written test weighted 65%, a Rating from Record weighted 15%, and an Appraisal of Promotability weighted 20%. I. A written test weighted65%. The written test will cover observation and recall skills, law enforcement laws related to investigations, written expression, data analysis and interpretation, and reading comprehension. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the written test as established by the department in order to proceed to the Rating from Record. The written test is NOT reviewable by candidates per Civil Service Rule 7.19. II. A Rating from Record weighted 15%. The Rating from Record will evaluate candidates' training, education, certificate(s),and experience. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the Rating from Record in order to proceed to the Appraisal of Promotability. III. An Appraisal of Promotability weighted 20%. The Appraisal of Promotability will assess the candidate's professional knowledge and skills, communications and interviewing skills, decision-making ability, interpersonal ability, and productivity. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examinations in order to be placed on the eligible list. Eligibility Information: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period ofnine (9)months following the date of promulgation. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in various locations of the District Attorney's Office. Retake: No person may compete in this examination more than once every 9 months. Application and Filing Information: This examination will remain open until the needs of the department are met and may close at any time without prior notice. APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY MAIL, FAX, OR IN-PERSON. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Please fill out the application completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, titles of courses completed, dates completed, and number of credits and/or certificates earned. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part-time) and salary earned. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification. Applicants may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. ADA Coordinator Phone (213) 257-2722 Teletype Phone (800) 897-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone (800)897-4099 Department Contact Name Ray Duque Department Contact Phone (213) 257-2729 Department Contact Email rduque@da.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Costa Mesa, CA
Costa Mesa, California, United States
SALARY: Effective July 8, 2018: $4,834 - $6,478 monthly, DOQ Effective July 7, 2019: $4,967 - $6,656 monthly, DOQ JOB SUMMARY: Under direction, to serve as investigator on assigned cases including those involving fraud, embezzlement, identity theft, unlawful access or tampering with computer systems, financial elder abuse, credit cards, NSF and account closed checks, forgery, false impersonation, and other crimes as assigned. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:  Applications must be completed and submitted on-line. This recruitment will remain open until filled and may close without prior notice, therefore prompt application is encouraged. First application review date is Monday, July 23, 2018. Candidates are requested to provide specific information regarding their education and experience as it relates to the position by completing all fields of the application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete .  Do not include text or attached resumes, as they will not be accepted or reviewed in the application process. Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to the following components: application review and evaluation, written examination or exercise, physical examination, practical exercise and interview evaluation.    Please notify the Human Resources Division 72 hours in advance of the test date if you have a disability which requires accommodation for the testing process. The eligibility list will be in effect for one (1) year, unless exhausted sooner.  The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill lower-level vacancies which occur during the life of the list.  It is recommended you use a personal email address on your application instead of a work email address.   Notifications during this recruitment will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the on-line application process). Notifications will be sent to the email address that is listed on your on-line application.  All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but is not limited to: comprehensive background investigation, criminal history check (livescan fingerprint check), polygraph examination, post-offer psychological evaluation and post-offer medical evaluation (may include drug screen).  Note: The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice. Closing Date/Time:
Jun 30, 2018
Full Time
SALARY: Effective July 8, 2018: $4,834 - $6,478 monthly, DOQ Effective July 7, 2019: $4,967 - $6,656 monthly, DOQ JOB SUMMARY: Under direction, to serve as investigator on assigned cases including those involving fraud, embezzlement, identity theft, unlawful access or tampering with computer systems, financial elder abuse, credit cards, NSF and account closed checks, forgery, false impersonation, and other crimes as assigned. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:  Applications must be completed and submitted on-line. This recruitment will remain open until filled and may close without prior notice, therefore prompt application is encouraged. First application review date is Monday, July 23, 2018. Candidates are requested to provide specific information regarding their education and experience as it relates to the position by completing all fields of the application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete .  Do not include text or attached resumes, as they will not be accepted or reviewed in the application process. Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to the following components: application review and evaluation, written examination or exercise, physical examination, practical exercise and interview evaluation.    Please notify the Human Resources Division 72 hours in advance of the test date if you have a disability which requires accommodation for the testing process. The eligibility list will be in effect for one (1) year, unless exhausted sooner.  The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill lower-level vacancies which occur during the life of the list.  It is recommended you use a personal email address on your application instead of a work email address.   Notifications during this recruitment will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the on-line application process). Notifications will be sent to the email address that is listed on your on-line application.  All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but is not limited to: comprehensive background investigation, criminal history check (livescan fingerprint check), polygraph examination, post-offer psychological evaluation and post-offer medical evaluation (may include drug screen).  Note: The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice. Closing Date/Time:
Announcement Number: 284684048 The purpose of the class is to perform responsible, specialized clerical duties in support of efficient and effective Court Administration operations; to maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and records; to assist in the courtroom as necessary, and to perform related work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. Requires high school diploma, GED or specialized vocational training; paralegal degree preferred. Requires over one year and up to and including two years. Must possess or be able to obtain Notary Public certification and NCIC certification. Must possess a valid state driver's license.
Aug 17, 2018
Full Time
Announcement Number: 284684048 The purpose of the class is to perform responsible, specialized clerical duties in support of efficient and effective Court Administration operations; to maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and records; to assist in the courtroom as necessary, and to perform related work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. Requires high school diploma, GED or specialized vocational training; paralegal degree preferred. Requires over one year and up to and including two years. Must possess or be able to obtain Notary Public certification and NCIC certification. Must possess a valid state driver's license.
LAWA Business & Jobs Resource Center
Los Angeles, CA, United States
Be part of an exciting program at LAX! We are looking for Independent Contractors to conduct mystery shop evaluations at LAX. You will observe, interact, and report on Concessions (Food and retail), maintenance, ticketing, TSA, and other personnel throughout the airport. Earn up to $100-00 - $150.00 per visit to the airport. The program requires you to get a Post Security Airport Badge. You must be able to pass a background check. Fingerprinting is required. The Badging process can take up to 30 days. Evaluations can be conducted in the morning, afternoon or evening, 7 days a week. This program offers you the opportunity to make extra income working part-time around your current schedule. We are badging additional shoppers at LAX the week of September 9/10 -9/14. No experience required, but to be eligible you must be detail oriented, have transportation to and from LAX, be reliable, and have good written and oral communication skills. Learn more about CSE by visiting our webpage: www.CustomerServiceExperts.com If interested in additional information please email: Julie@CustomerServiceExperts.com
Aug 17, 2018
Be part of an exciting program at LAX! We are looking for Independent Contractors to conduct mystery shop evaluations at LAX. You will observe, interact, and report on Concessions (Food and retail), maintenance, ticketing, TSA, and other personnel throughout the airport. Earn up to $100-00 - $150.00 per visit to the airport. The program requires you to get a Post Security Airport Badge. You must be able to pass a background check. Fingerprinting is required. The Badging process can take up to 30 days. Evaluations can be conducted in the morning, afternoon or evening, 7 days a week. This program offers you the opportunity to make extra income working part-time around your current schedule. We are badging additional shoppers at LAX the week of September 9/10 -9/14. No experience required, but to be eligible you must be detail oriented, have transportation to and from LAX, be reliable, and have good written and oral communication skills. Learn more about CSE by visiting our webpage: www.CustomerServiceExperts.com If interested in additional information please email: Julie@CustomerServiceExperts.com
Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides flexible hours, rewarding compensation and an excellent benefit package? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment. Do you have a background as a legal assistant? If so, this position could very well be for you: Position: Part Time Legal Assistant (27.5 hours) Location: State's Attorney's Office Salary: $16.75 per hour Job Summary: Responsible for a variety of clerical and legal assistant duties including: reception responsibilities, assisting callers and visitors; high-volume document filing and case file management; utilizing case management system to research and record case information; generating documents and assisting attorneys and senior legal assistants. Becoming a legal assistant would allow you to be involved with the criminal justice system within local government. Your day will consist of assisting callers and visitors including victims, law enforcement and the public; filing documents and managing case files; utilizing a case management system to research and record information, assisting attorneys and senior legal assistants with creating legal documents; communicating with law enforcement and justice partners. You will have endless opportunities to impact and make a difference within Lake County, which consists of more than 30 departments and divisions. Being able to build working relationships with employees and the public is sure to keep you interested and continuously learning. In order to be successful in this role you should have a high school diploma supplemented by college courses and two years of experience in administrative support work in a law office or law-related area. Individuals should have a working knowledge of the criminal court system and understanding of legal terms; excellent keyboarding skills and knowledge of Microsoft software programs; possess the ability to effectively prioritize work, problem solve and have the ability to work both individually and in a team atmosphere. Candidates should also posess excellent communication skills, the ability to exercise good judgement and discretion, and be able to lift and move up to 30 pounds. Candidates must reside in Lake County, IL. Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package with performance-based incentive plans. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County! To learn more about the department you will be working for, visit State's Attorney . To learn more about other services Lake County provides and to see some of our employees in action, visit our website to view videos . If you need assistance writing your resume, we have some tools to help you at our Human Resources website . Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Aug 17, 2018
Part Time
Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides flexible hours, rewarding compensation and an excellent benefit package? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment. Do you have a background as a legal assistant? If so, this position could very well be for you: Position: Part Time Legal Assistant (27.5 hours) Location: State's Attorney's Office Salary: $16.75 per hour Job Summary: Responsible for a variety of clerical and legal assistant duties including: reception responsibilities, assisting callers and visitors; high-volume document filing and case file management; utilizing case management system to research and record case information; generating documents and assisting attorneys and senior legal assistants. Becoming a legal assistant would allow you to be involved with the criminal justice system within local government. Your day will consist of assisting callers and visitors including victims, law enforcement and the public; filing documents and managing case files; utilizing a case management system to research and record information, assisting attorneys and senior legal assistants with creating legal documents; communicating with law enforcement and justice partners. You will have endless opportunities to impact and make a difference within Lake County, which consists of more than 30 departments and divisions. Being able to build working relationships with employees and the public is sure to keep you interested and continuously learning. In order to be successful in this role you should have a high school diploma supplemented by college courses and two years of experience in administrative support work in a law office or law-related area. Individuals should have a working knowledge of the criminal court system and understanding of legal terms; excellent keyboarding skills and knowledge of Microsoft software programs; possess the ability to effectively prioritize work, problem solve and have the ability to work both individually and in a team atmosphere. Candidates should also posess excellent communication skills, the ability to exercise good judgement and discretion, and be able to lift and move up to 30 pounds. Candidates must reside in Lake County, IL. Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package with performance-based incentive plans. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County! To learn more about the department you will be working for, visit State's Attorney . To learn more about other services Lake County provides and to see some of our employees in action, visit our website to view videos . If you need assistance writing your resume, we have some tools to help you at our Human Resources website . Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Are you looking for a challenging role with rewarding compensation and an excellent benefit package? If so, 19 th Judicial Circuit is the place for you. It is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment. Do you have a background in social service practices, case work philosophy and supervision of adults? If so, this position could very well be for you: Position: Adult Probation Officer (Pretrial Field) Location: Waukegan, Illinois, United States Salary: $44,457 Annually Job Summary: Under general supervision, performs work supervising defendants released on bond supervision. This position is in the Pretrial Unit of Adult Probation. Becoming a Probation Officer would allow you to be involved with the 19th Judicial Court within local government. Your day will consist of assisting Probationers to solve problems and make necessary adjustments to reduce law-violating behavior. You will have endless opportunities to impact and make a difference within Lake County. Being able to build working relationships with employees, 30 countywide departments and the public, is sure to keep you interested and continuously learning. In order to be successful in this role you must have a Bachelor's Degree from a college or university of recognized standing with course work in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Corrections or a related field and familiarity with standards, policies, and functions of the 19th Judicial Circuit Court. Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package with performance-based incentive plans. We also offer a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information as to why you should work for Lake County! To learn more about the Court, visit the 19 th Judicial Circuit Court . To learn more about other services that Lake County provides and to see some of our employees in action visit our website to view videos . If you need assistance writing your resume, we have some tools to help you at our Human Resources website . Candidates for this position must be certified by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC). The link to the AOIC application is available electronically at http://19thcircuitcourt.state.il.us/faq.aspx?qid=194 . Candidates must be a U.S. citizen and live in Illinois at time of hiring or within 30 days of employment. Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Aug 17, 2018
Full Time
Are you looking for a challenging role with rewarding compensation and an excellent benefit package? If so, 19 th Judicial Circuit is the place for you. It is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment. Do you have a background in social service practices, case work philosophy and supervision of adults? If so, this position could very well be for you: Position: Adult Probation Officer (Pretrial Field) Location: Waukegan, Illinois, United States Salary: $44,457 Annually Job Summary: Under general supervision, performs work supervising defendants released on bond supervision. This position is in the Pretrial Unit of Adult Probation. Becoming a Probation Officer would allow you to be involved with the 19th Judicial Court within local government. Your day will consist of assisting Probationers to solve problems and make necessary adjustments to reduce law-violating behavior. You will have endless opportunities to impact and make a difference within Lake County. Being able to build working relationships with employees, 30 countywide departments and the public, is sure to keep you interested and continuously learning. In order to be successful in this role you must have a Bachelor's Degree from a college or university of recognized standing with course work in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Corrections or a related field and familiarity with standards, policies, and functions of the 19th Judicial Circuit Court. Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package with performance-based incentive plans. We also offer a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information as to why you should work for Lake County! To learn more about the Court, visit the 19 th Judicial Circuit Court . To learn more about other services that Lake County provides and to see some of our employees in action visit our website to view videos . If you need assistance writing your resume, we have some tools to help you at our Human Resources website . Candidates for this position must be certified by the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC). The link to the AOIC application is available electronically at http://19thcircuitcourt.state.il.us/faq.aspx?qid=194 . Candidates must be a U.S. citizen and live in Illinois at time of hiring or within 30 days of employment. Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
City of Aurora, Colorado
15151 East Alameda Parkway, Aurora, CO 80012, USA
City of Aurora, Colorado City Clerk Annual salary range: $88,000 to $120,000 The city provides a comprehensive benefits package. Application deadline: Monday, September 10, 2018. Once a budding frontier town just east of the state's capital, Aurora is Colorado's third largest city with a diverse population of more than 366,000. From agricultural outposts to a military bastion, Aurora established its foundation as a driving force in the west. Located in the eastern Aurora-Denver Metropolitan Area and covering 154 square miles, the city reaches into Arapahoe, Adams and Douglas counties. Tree-lined streets, open prairies, majestic views of the mountains, and ample open space and parks make Aurora neighborhoods a comfortable place to call home. More than 450 neighborhoods complete the fabric of the community. This is a unique opportunity for a confident, politically astute, self-starter with strong management skills to make a significant impact within Colorado’s most complex city, in collaboration with an exceptional community, senior management team, and staff. Under the general direction of the Assistant City Manager, the City Clerk is responsible for the daily operations of the City Clerk’s office including management of office functions and staff. The City Clerk manages a budget of $863,300 and supervises three direct reports including a Records Supervisor, a City Clerk Analyst, and an Agenda Coordinator. A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, or a related field AND five years of progressively responsible public administration, public policy, legal, or paralegal experience in a medium to large sized municipality is required. Possession of an advanced degree is desirable. Experience must include at least three years of supervisory/management experience. A driver’s license (with good driving record) is also required. Notary Public Certification (or ability to achieve it within six months) is preferred. Experience in a City Clerk’s office in a medium to large sized municipality is also preferred. Certification as a Municipal Clerk and/or Master Municipal Clerk is highly desirable. To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, please submit your cover letter, resume, current salary and six work-related references. Your resume should define the size of staff and budgets managed. Your resume should reflect years and  months of current/prior employment dates for positions held. Apply here: https://secure.cpshr.us/escandidate/JobDetail?ID=371 For more information, contact: Gloria Timmons CPS HR Consulting Ph: 916 471-3461 Recruitment Brochure: www.cpshr.us  City of Aurora website: www.auroragov.org    The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.
Aug 15, 2018
Full Time
City of Aurora, Colorado City Clerk Annual salary range: $88,000 to $120,000 The city provides a comprehensive benefits package. Application deadline: Monday, September 10, 2018. Once a budding frontier town just east of the state's capital, Aurora is Colorado's third largest city with a diverse population of more than 366,000. From agricultural outposts to a military bastion, Aurora established its foundation as a driving force in the west. Located in the eastern Aurora-Denver Metropolitan Area and covering 154 square miles, the city reaches into Arapahoe, Adams and Douglas counties. Tree-lined streets, open prairies, majestic views of the mountains, and ample open space and parks make Aurora neighborhoods a comfortable place to call home. More than 450 neighborhoods complete the fabric of the community. This is a unique opportunity for a confident, politically astute, self-starter with strong management skills to make a significant impact within Colorado’s most complex city, in collaboration with an exceptional community, senior management team, and staff. Under the general direction of the Assistant City Manager, the City Clerk is responsible for the daily operations of the City Clerk’s office including management of office functions and staff. The City Clerk manages a budget of $863,300 and supervises three direct reports including a Records Supervisor, a City Clerk Analyst, and an Agenda Coordinator. A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, or a related field AND five years of progressively responsible public administration, public policy, legal, or paralegal experience in a medium to large sized municipality is required. Possession of an advanced degree is desirable. Experience must include at least three years of supervisory/management experience. A driver’s license (with good driving record) is also required. Notary Public Certification (or ability to achieve it within six months) is preferred. Experience in a City Clerk’s office in a medium to large sized municipality is also preferred. Certification as a Municipal Clerk and/or Master Municipal Clerk is highly desirable. To be considered for this exceptional career opportunity, please submit your cover letter, resume, current salary and six work-related references. Your resume should define the size of staff and budgets managed. Your resume should reflect years and  months of current/prior employment dates for positions held. Apply here: https://secure.cpshr.us/escandidate/JobDetail?ID=371 For more information, contact: Gloria Timmons CPS HR Consulting Ph: 916 471-3461 Recruitment Brochure: www.cpshr.us  City of Aurora website: www.auroragov.org    The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.
Description The City of Vallejo is now hiring a Chief Assistant City Attorney. If you are interested in pursuing this unique and exceptional career opportunity, please visit the Avery Associates Career Portal on our website at http://www.averyassoc.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Vallejo-Chief-CA-brochure.pdf to upload your letter of interest, resume, and contact information, including email addresses for five work-related references. (We will not contact references until after an interview takes place). Paul Kimura or Bill Lopez Avery Associates 3½ N. Santa Cruz Ave, Suite A Los Gatos, CA 95030 E-mail: jobs@averyassoc.net Closing Date/Time: 9/21/2018 5:00 PM Pacific
Aug 15, 2018
Full Time
Description The City of Vallejo is now hiring a Chief Assistant City Attorney. If you are interested in pursuing this unique and exceptional career opportunity, please visit the Avery Associates Career Portal on our website at http://www.averyassoc.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Vallejo-Chief-CA-brochure.pdf to upload your letter of interest, resume, and contact information, including email addresses for five work-related references. (We will not contact references until after an interview takes place). Paul Kimura or Bill Lopez Avery Associates 3½ N. Santa Cruz Ave, Suite A Los Gatos, CA 95030 E-mail: jobs@averyassoc.net Closing Date/Time: 9/21/2018 5:00 PM Pacific
Monterey County Human Resources
Salinas, CA, United States
Position Description  Monterey County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace   RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AGENCY Invites your interest for the position of SAFETY COORDINATOR/INVESTIGATOR  Salary: $5,768 - $7,878 per month  Final Filing Date: Friday, September 14, 2018 Exam# 18/74K50/08CH  The Safety Coordinator/Investigator reports to the Risk Management Division of the Office of County Counsel and is responsible for managing safety programs and training for departmental employees. The incumbent also acts as a resource to departmental management to resolve safety issues and make recommendations in issues relating to safety programs and investigations.  NOTE: The list established will be used to fill current and future vacancies at any level on a permanent or temporary basis. For a complete description of the current Safety Coordinator/Investigator classification please visit: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel/specifications.asp Examples of Duties Plans, develops, organizes, implements and conducts or coordinates occupational safety programs and training for departmental employees Investigates injuries and incidents, reviews and/or writes reports and makes recommendations regarding incident prevention Conducts facility and work site inspections for workplace practices Coordinates Ergonomics Program Reviews incident summaries and initiates pre-claim investigations Inspects incident scenes and evaluates evidence; operates investigative equipment such as cameras, camcorders and measure equipment; interviews witnesses, law enforcement personnel and others; assembles evidence and prepares detailed reports and case files for County Counsel; testifies in court; serves subpoenas and assists with witness coordination for trials and maintains confidentiality of related information Analyzes incident trends and identifies root causes of loss and injury; communicates related data and recommendations to departmental management Conduct a full range of civil and criminal investigations involving encroachments on and damage to public property; may administer the departmental California Highway Patrol (CHP) Biennial Inspection of Terminals (BIT) and Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Employer Pull Notice (EPN) Programs; may coordinate the departmental Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Program and provide related training Knowledge of: Federal and State safety laws and regulations, including California OSHA and California Title 8 requirements Principles, practices and methods of occupational safety programs and employee training Proper handling of hazardous materials and safe operation and maintenance of departmental equipment Principles and techniques of data collection, analysis and report writing Skill and Ability to: Analyze and interpret Federal, State and County laws, codes and regulations Plan, develop, organize, implement and conduct and/or coordinate effective occupational safety programs and develop appropriate training Conduct thorough investigations and inspections Gather, analyze and evaluate facts and evidence, accurately draw logical conclusions and make sound recommendations Communicate effectively in order to obtain information through interviews, perform investigations and inspections, conduct training and testify in court Write clear, concise and comprehensive reports, correspondence and memoranda Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Examples of Experience/Education/Training Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides for the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the duties listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: Education: College course work equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major study in Occupational Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field; education may include completed courses or certification in environmental, health, safety, or loss control topics; and  Experience: Three years of professional experience in the administration of occupational health and safety programs including employee training, conducting workplace and incident investigations and at least one year experience administering an employee drug and alcohol testing program. Experience in program administration within a public entity is highly desirable. Additional Information REQUIRED CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Physical and Sensory Requirements: Ability to sit at a desk or computer terminal for long periods of time Ability to see, hear and speak sufficient to communicate and function in a typical office environment and to conduct training, inspections and investigations Physical agility to perform tasks requiring a full range of body movements including standing, walking, pulling/pushing, crawling, climbing, stooping and assuming crouched positions Ability to personally lift up to 45 pounds during safety training, inspections or investigations Ability to drive a personal or County vehicle to transport oneself and others and/or equipment Some exposure to hazards or physical risks that require following basic safety precautions Occasionally use safety equipment such as hard hat, safety glasses, boots, vests, gloves or earplugs; work outdoors and/or on uneven slippery ground or floor spaces; work at elevations above ground level; come in contact with toxic fumes, liquids or gases, dust or silica dust, allergens, chemical materials or solvents  As a condition of employment, the incumbent will be required to: Possess a valid California Class C Driver License, or be able to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY The County of Monterey offers a premium benefits package that includes 23 days of Annual Leave, 10 holidays/year, along with health, dental, vision and life insurance and CalPERS retirement. To view the "X" Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website at http://www.co.monterey/personnel/benefits . The summary listed is a general summary of benefits for this position. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution prevail over this listing.  If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.  Visit the Monterey County website to view the complete Job Description: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel/specifications.asp  APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES Apply On-line! Our Website: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/montereycounty  Applications may be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Resource Management Agency, Human Resources Department Attn: Channelle Ceralde 1441 Schilling Place, First Floor - Human Resources, Salinas, CA 93901 Email: CeraldeC@co.monterey.ca.us Phone: (831) 755-5373 Fax: (831) 784-5603  The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The competitive selection process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application packet will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to all of the Supplemental Questions Final Filing Deadline: Friday, September 14, 2018  All required materials must be received by Friday, September 14, 2018 . Applicants who fail to provide all required materials will not be considered. Resumes will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applications that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercises, performance exam, and/or written examination.  BENEFITS: Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package. To view the "X" Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel/Benefits.html#plan  NOTES: If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call Human Resources at (831) 755-5373. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States The County of Monterey is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Closing Date/Time: 9/14/2018 11:59 PM Pacific
Aug 15, 2018
Full Time
Position Description  Monterey County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace   RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AGENCY Invites your interest for the position of SAFETY COORDINATOR/INVESTIGATOR  Salary: $5,768 - $7,878 per month  Final Filing Date: Friday, September 14, 2018 Exam# 18/74K50/08CH  The Safety Coordinator/Investigator reports to the Risk Management Division of the Office of County Counsel and is responsible for managing safety programs and training for departmental employees. The incumbent also acts as a resource to departmental management to resolve safety issues and make recommendations in issues relating to safety programs and investigations.  NOTE: The list established will be used to fill current and future vacancies at any level on a permanent or temporary basis. For a complete description of the current Safety Coordinator/Investigator classification please visit: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel/specifications.asp Examples of Duties Plans, develops, organizes, implements and conducts or coordinates occupational safety programs and training for departmental employees Investigates injuries and incidents, reviews and/or writes reports and makes recommendations regarding incident prevention Conducts facility and work site inspections for workplace practices Coordinates Ergonomics Program Reviews incident summaries and initiates pre-claim investigations Inspects incident scenes and evaluates evidence; operates investigative equipment such as cameras, camcorders and measure equipment; interviews witnesses, law enforcement personnel and others; assembles evidence and prepares detailed reports and case files for County Counsel; testifies in court; serves subpoenas and assists with witness coordination for trials and maintains confidentiality of related information Analyzes incident trends and identifies root causes of loss and injury; communicates related data and recommendations to departmental management Conduct a full range of civil and criminal investigations involving encroachments on and damage to public property; may administer the departmental California Highway Patrol (CHP) Biennial Inspection of Terminals (BIT) and Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Employer Pull Notice (EPN) Programs; may coordinate the departmental Department of Transportation (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Program and provide related training Knowledge of: Federal and State safety laws and regulations, including California OSHA and California Title 8 requirements Principles, practices and methods of occupational safety programs and employee training Proper handling of hazardous materials and safe operation and maintenance of departmental equipment Principles and techniques of data collection, analysis and report writing Skill and Ability to: Analyze and interpret Federal, State and County laws, codes and regulations Plan, develop, organize, implement and conduct and/or coordinate effective occupational safety programs and develop appropriate training Conduct thorough investigations and inspections Gather, analyze and evaluate facts and evidence, accurately draw logical conclusions and make sound recommendations Communicate effectively in order to obtain information through interviews, perform investigations and inspections, conduct training and testify in court Write clear, concise and comprehensive reports, correspondence and memoranda Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Examples of Experience/Education/Training Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides for the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the duties listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is: Education: College course work equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major study in Occupational Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field; education may include completed courses or certification in environmental, health, safety, or loss control topics; and  Experience: Three years of professional experience in the administration of occupational health and safety programs including employee training, conducting workplace and incident investigations and at least one year experience administering an employee drug and alcohol testing program. Experience in program administration within a public entity is highly desirable. Additional Information REQUIRED CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Physical and Sensory Requirements: Ability to sit at a desk or computer terminal for long periods of time Ability to see, hear and speak sufficient to communicate and function in a typical office environment and to conduct training, inspections and investigations Physical agility to perform tasks requiring a full range of body movements including standing, walking, pulling/pushing, crawling, climbing, stooping and assuming crouched positions Ability to personally lift up to 45 pounds during safety training, inspections or investigations Ability to drive a personal or County vehicle to transport oneself and others and/or equipment Some exposure to hazards or physical risks that require following basic safety precautions Occasionally use safety equipment such as hard hat, safety glasses, boots, vests, gloves or earplugs; work outdoors and/or on uneven slippery ground or floor spaces; work at elevations above ground level; come in contact with toxic fumes, liquids or gases, dust or silica dust, allergens, chemical materials or solvents  As a condition of employment, the incumbent will be required to: Possess a valid California Class C Driver License, or be able to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY The County of Monterey offers a premium benefits package that includes 23 days of Annual Leave, 10 holidays/year, along with health, dental, vision and life insurance and CalPERS retirement. To view the "X" Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website at http://www.co.monterey/personnel/benefits . The summary listed is a general summary of benefits for this position. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution prevail over this listing.  If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.  Visit the Monterey County website to view the complete Job Description: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel/specifications.asp  APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES Apply On-line! Our Website: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/montereycounty  Applications may be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Resource Management Agency, Human Resources Department Attn: Channelle Ceralde 1441 Schilling Place, First Floor - Human Resources, Salinas, CA 93901 Email: CeraldeC@co.monterey.ca.us Phone: (831) 755-5373 Fax: (831) 784-5603  The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The competitive selection process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application packet will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to all of the Supplemental Questions Final Filing Deadline: Friday, September 14, 2018  All required materials must be received by Friday, September 14, 2018 . Applicants who fail to provide all required materials will not be considered. Resumes will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applications that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercises, performance exam, and/or written examination.  BENEFITS: Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package. To view the "X" Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel/Benefits.html#plan  NOTES: If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call Human Resources at (831) 755-5373. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States The County of Monterey is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Closing Date/Time: 9/14/2018 11:59 PM Pacific
Monterey County Human Resources
Salinas, CA, United States
Position Description DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY III Annually Salary Range: $99,087 - $134,692 DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY IV Annually Salary Range: $123,697- $168,405 THE POSITION  The Monterey County District Attorney's Office is seeking to hire a Deputy District Attorney III or IV in the Criminal Division. Deputy District Attorney III's and IV's manage a high volume of more difficult criminal cases with minimal supervision. This position requires the ability to do complex legal research, and to present complicated factual and legal issues clearly both orally and in writing. The ideal candidate is an experienced litigator with a significant number of prior jury trials, or major white collar crime prosecutions including all forms of insurance fraud who has prior service in a District Attorney's Office, Attorney General's Office, Public Defender's Office, or other criminal defense litigation firm.  Under the County's flexible staffing policy, attorneys hired at the Deputy DA III level of the career series may be promoted to the Deputy District Attorney IV level, subject to meeting the employment requirements of the higher class and securing the District Attorney's recommendation for promotion. The Eligible List established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a temporary or permanent basis.  THE DEPARTMENT  The Monterey County District Attorney's Office has headquarters at the Salinas Courthouse and a satellite office in Monterey. There are 52 Deputy District Attorneys. The criminal prosecutors work in the Salinas office. The consumer and environmental protection prosecutors work in the Monterey office. The office is an approved MCLE provider and conducts regular in-house training.  The Criminal Division is subdivided into Felony Units, a Misdemeanor Prosecutions Unit and a Juvenile Unit. Some of the specialized positions in the Felony Unit include: auto insurance fraud, child abuse, disability and healthcare insurance fraud, elder abuse, gangs, prison crime, sexual assault cases, and workers' compensation insurance fraud. Vertical prosecution is the preferred approach to each case.  DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS  The Deputy District Attorney career series provides the expertise necessary to prepare and prosecute civil and criminal cases through the District Attorney's Office. Incumbents are responsible for independently managing a caseload and are in court as much as 85% of their time. Incumbents are required to be members of the California State Bar upon appointment.  Examples of Duties DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY III Under general supervision performs difficult legal work and related tasks as required by the office of the District Attorney. This classification is distinguished from Deputy District Attorney II by requiring the performance of difficult legal tasks under general supervision. This class is distinguished from Deputy District Attorney IV, which requires the performance of complex legal tasks with less direct supervision. Promotion to Deputy District Attorney IV is considered on a merit basis subject to recommendation by the District Attorney and approval by the Director of Human Resources Division.  DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY IV  This is the highest level in the career series. Under direction, perform the most difficult and complex legal work and related tasks as required by the Office of the District Attorney. This is the senior working level within the flexible classification series of Deputy District Attorney. Incumbents at this level may be assigned on-going administrative responsibility. This classification is distinguished from the Deputy District Attorney III level by working within office policy performing complex legal tasks with less direct supervision. SIGNIFICANT DUTIES Determines nature and extent of prosecutions and negotiates the appropriate disposition of criminal cases. Prepares and prosecutes criminal cases by presenting opening statements, conducting direct and cross-examination of witnesses, introducing evidence, making relevant objections, arguing points of law, and presenting closing arguments. Researches questions of law and evidence and applies statutory and decisional case law in preparation of cases for hearing in court. Represents the office during other court hearings such as arraignments, pretrial hearings, motions, sentencing and probation revocations. Prepares legal briefs, motions, memoranda of points and authorities, documents and pleadings Provides legal advice to law enforcement agencies. Marshals, reviews and prepares evidence for presentation in court. Examples of Experience/Education/Training MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Licenses/Certificates:  Membership in the California State Bar is required at the time of appointment. An employee must possess a valid California Class C driver's license or have access to transportation to meet work assignments approved by the hiring authority.  Thorough knowledge of : The duties, responsibilities, powers and limitations of the Office of the District Attorney; legal ethics; methods of legal research and writing; rules of evidence; trial practice; criminal and civil law and procedure; constitutional, statutory and decisional laws of the State of California.  Skill and Ability to : Gather and evaluate data, draw logical conclusions and formulate an effective course of action; evaluate the persuasive impact of evidence on a court or jury; communicate effectively in presenting a case to a court or jury; write clearly, concisely and persuasively; recognize situations of a potentially sensitive nature and handle them with discretion; work cooperatively with persons of different socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds; manage a caseload with the assistance of a supervisor.  DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT As a condition of employment, the final candidate will be required to successfully complete a background investigation. Additional Information REQUIRED MATERIALS AND SELECTION PROCEDURES  The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The competitive process requires a completed Monterey County Application and responses to the Supplemental Questions. Resumes ARE REQUIRED but will not be accepted in lieu of required application materials.  Responses to the Supplemental Questions are the sole basis in the initial qualifications appraisal to be placed on the eligible list. Applications received without the Supplemental Questions responses will not be considered. California State Bar number required at time of appointment. Application materials will be competitively evaluated, with those who are determined to be most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the process. To assess an applicant's possession of required qualifications, further examination may include an oral examination, performance examination, and/or written examination. For a guaranteed review, all application materials must be received in the Human Resources Office by Friday, September 14, 2018.  All applications may be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Human Resources Michelle Gomez, HR Analyst 168 West Alisal Street, 3rd Floor Salinas, CA 93901 (831)755-5383 OR Apply On-Line at: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel 24-Hour Job Information Line (831) 755-5126  (Salinas)   (831) 647-7726 (Monterey) The information listed above is a general summary of benefits for this position. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or E Unit MOU prevail over this listing. More information regarding E Unit benefits may be obtained from our website at www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel .  If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Personnel Analyst at (831)759-6723. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed above. Final candidates will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment with Monterey County.                             Closing Date/Time: 9/14/2018 11:59 PM Pacific
Aug 15, 2018
Full Time
Position Description DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY III Annually Salary Range: $99,087 - $134,692 DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY IV Annually Salary Range: $123,697- $168,405 THE POSITION  The Monterey County District Attorney's Office is seeking to hire a Deputy District Attorney III or IV in the Criminal Division. Deputy District Attorney III's and IV's manage a high volume of more difficult criminal cases with minimal supervision. This position requires the ability to do complex legal research, and to present complicated factual and legal issues clearly both orally and in writing. The ideal candidate is an experienced litigator with a significant number of prior jury trials, or major white collar crime prosecutions including all forms of insurance fraud who has prior service in a District Attorney's Office, Attorney General's Office, Public Defender's Office, or other criminal defense litigation firm.  Under the County's flexible staffing policy, attorneys hired at the Deputy DA III level of the career series may be promoted to the Deputy District Attorney IV level, subject to meeting the employment requirements of the higher class and securing the District Attorney's recommendation for promotion. The Eligible List established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a temporary or permanent basis.  THE DEPARTMENT  The Monterey County District Attorney's Office has headquarters at the Salinas Courthouse and a satellite office in Monterey. There are 52 Deputy District Attorneys. The criminal prosecutors work in the Salinas office. The consumer and environmental protection prosecutors work in the Monterey office. The office is an approved MCLE provider and conducts regular in-house training.  The Criminal Division is subdivided into Felony Units, a Misdemeanor Prosecutions Unit and a Juvenile Unit. Some of the specialized positions in the Felony Unit include: auto insurance fraud, child abuse, disability and healthcare insurance fraud, elder abuse, gangs, prison crime, sexual assault cases, and workers' compensation insurance fraud. Vertical prosecution is the preferred approach to each case.  DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS  The Deputy District Attorney career series provides the expertise necessary to prepare and prosecute civil and criminal cases through the District Attorney's Office. Incumbents are responsible for independently managing a caseload and are in court as much as 85% of their time. Incumbents are required to be members of the California State Bar upon appointment.  Examples of Duties DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY III Under general supervision performs difficult legal work and related tasks as required by the office of the District Attorney. This classification is distinguished from Deputy District Attorney II by requiring the performance of difficult legal tasks under general supervision. This class is distinguished from Deputy District Attorney IV, which requires the performance of complex legal tasks with less direct supervision. Promotion to Deputy District Attorney IV is considered on a merit basis subject to recommendation by the District Attorney and approval by the Director of Human Resources Division.  DEPUTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY IV  This is the highest level in the career series. Under direction, perform the most difficult and complex legal work and related tasks as required by the Office of the District Attorney. This is the senior working level within the flexible classification series of Deputy District Attorney. Incumbents at this level may be assigned on-going administrative responsibility. This classification is distinguished from the Deputy District Attorney III level by working within office policy performing complex legal tasks with less direct supervision. SIGNIFICANT DUTIES Determines nature and extent of prosecutions and negotiates the appropriate disposition of criminal cases. Prepares and prosecutes criminal cases by presenting opening statements, conducting direct and cross-examination of witnesses, introducing evidence, making relevant objections, arguing points of law, and presenting closing arguments. Researches questions of law and evidence and applies statutory and decisional case law in preparation of cases for hearing in court. Represents the office during other court hearings such as arraignments, pretrial hearings, motions, sentencing and probation revocations. Prepares legal briefs, motions, memoranda of points and authorities, documents and pleadings Provides legal advice to law enforcement agencies. Marshals, reviews and prepares evidence for presentation in court. Examples of Experience/Education/Training MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Licenses/Certificates:  Membership in the California State Bar is required at the time of appointment. An employee must possess a valid California Class C driver's license or have access to transportation to meet work assignments approved by the hiring authority.  Thorough knowledge of : The duties, responsibilities, powers and limitations of the Office of the District Attorney; legal ethics; methods of legal research and writing; rules of evidence; trial practice; criminal and civil law and procedure; constitutional, statutory and decisional laws of the State of California.  Skill and Ability to : Gather and evaluate data, draw logical conclusions and formulate an effective course of action; evaluate the persuasive impact of evidence on a court or jury; communicate effectively in presenting a case to a court or jury; write clearly, concisely and persuasively; recognize situations of a potentially sensitive nature and handle them with discretion; work cooperatively with persons of different socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds; manage a caseload with the assistance of a supervisor.  DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT As a condition of employment, the final candidate will be required to successfully complete a background investigation. Additional Information REQUIRED MATERIALS AND SELECTION PROCEDURES  The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The competitive process requires a completed Monterey County Application and responses to the Supplemental Questions. Resumes ARE REQUIRED but will not be accepted in lieu of required application materials.  Responses to the Supplemental Questions are the sole basis in the initial qualifications appraisal to be placed on the eligible list. Applications received without the Supplemental Questions responses will not be considered. California State Bar number required at time of appointment. Application materials will be competitively evaluated, with those who are determined to be most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the process. To assess an applicant's possession of required qualifications, further examination may include an oral examination, performance examination, and/or written examination. For a guaranteed review, all application materials must be received in the Human Resources Office by Friday, September 14, 2018.  All applications may be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Human Resources Michelle Gomez, HR Analyst 168 West Alisal Street, 3rd Floor Salinas, CA 93901 (831)755-5383 OR Apply On-Line at: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel 24-Hour Job Information Line (831) 755-5126  (Salinas)   (831) 647-7726 (Monterey) The information listed above is a general summary of benefits for this position. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or E Unit MOU prevail over this listing. More information regarding E Unit benefits may be obtained from our website at www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel .  If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Personnel Analyst at (831)759-6723. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed above. Final candidates will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment with Monterey County.                             Closing Date/Time: 9/14/2018 11:59 PM Pacific
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA, United States
Job Summary https://www.santamonica.gov/join-smfd Join the Santa Monica City Attorney's Office  We are currently seeking two attorneys to join the Santa Monica City Attorney's Office. We also accept applications for law students externships on an ongoing basis. This page offers details and application requirements.  The Santa Monica City Attorney's Office (SMCAO) strives to provide the highest level of legal representation to the City of Santa Monica. We advise the City Council, City Manager, and City staff on the legal aspects of City actions, seeking to guide the City in achieving its objections legally, ethically, and effectively. We also conduct litigation on behalf of the City, seeking to vigorously, ethically, and justly advance the interests of the people of Santa Monica and the State of California. Our work has included: Obtaining a consent decree allowing the City to close the Santa Monica Airport in 2028; Recovering more than $350 million from major oil companies following contamination of the City's drinking water supply; Preserving $200 million in redevelopment funds following dissolution of the Redevelopment Agency; Drafting and defending the City's Home-Sharing Ordinance and Affordable Housing Production in the face of significant legal challenges; Recovering $10 million for victims of deceptive practices in the bullion/gold industry; Recovering $650,000 in back wages for low-wage immigrant workers at local car washes; and Establishing an innovative diversion program focused on work with homeless individuals in the criminal justice system. Our office has been recognized as the outstanding public law office of the year by the American Bar Association and our lawyers have been honored with the California Lawyer of the Year Award. DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY, CONSUMER PROTECTION DIVISION The Santa Monica City Attorney's Office seeks an attorney to join its Consumer Protection Division, which pursues affirmative litigation and engages in community education to protect the rights of consumers, tenants, and vulnerable City residents. The successful applicant will have strong communication and advocacy skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to advancing the public trust. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample of no more than ten pages, and the names of two references. These materials should be submitted in a single pdf document by email to CAO.Opportunities@smgov.net with the subject line: "Application - DCA, Consumer Protection Division." Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply by August 31, 2018, when consideration of applicants will begin. The position is open until filled. Applicants may apply for both positions, in which case the email subject line should so indicate, and the cover letter should indicate a preference among the two positions. Division and work assignments of Deputy City Attorneys are subject to change based on the needs and workload of the City Attorney's Office overall. A background check may be required prior to beginning employment. Salary dependent on experience; excellent benefits. Required Qualifications Minimum of two years of litigation experience. Demonstrated commitment to advancing the public interest. Strong communication, advocacy, and research skills; Sound judgment and high ethical standards; Ability to work effectively with colleagues and members of the public; and License to practice law in the State of California or willingness and ability to obtain prompt admission to the California State Bar. Preferred Qualifications Significant litigation experience, including trial and appellate experience, in California and/or federal courts. Experience representing a public entity. Experience assisting in the conduct of criminal or civil investigations; and Familiarity with consumer protection law tenant protection law, environment law, or laws protecting vulnerable populations. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Santa Monica is an equal opportunity employer. The City Council's Policy Statement reads in part, "In the recruitment selection, assignment, promotion, discipline and training of personnel, we will consider only job-related skills, abilities, knowledge and performance. We will develop positive measures to eliminate discrimination based on race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sexual harassment in the workplace." Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 10, 2018
Job Summary https://www.santamonica.gov/join-smfd Join the Santa Monica City Attorney's Office  We are currently seeking two attorneys to join the Santa Monica City Attorney's Office. We also accept applications for law students externships on an ongoing basis. This page offers details and application requirements.  The Santa Monica City Attorney's Office (SMCAO) strives to provide the highest level of legal representation to the City of Santa Monica. We advise the City Council, City Manager, and City staff on the legal aspects of City actions, seeking to guide the City in achieving its objections legally, ethically, and effectively. We also conduct litigation on behalf of the City, seeking to vigorously, ethically, and justly advance the interests of the people of Santa Monica and the State of California. Our work has included: Obtaining a consent decree allowing the City to close the Santa Monica Airport in 2028; Recovering more than $350 million from major oil companies following contamination of the City's drinking water supply; Preserving $200 million in redevelopment funds following dissolution of the Redevelopment Agency; Drafting and defending the City's Home-Sharing Ordinance and Affordable Housing Production in the face of significant legal challenges; Recovering $10 million for victims of deceptive practices in the bullion/gold industry; Recovering $650,000 in back wages for low-wage immigrant workers at local car washes; and Establishing an innovative diversion program focused on work with homeless individuals in the criminal justice system. Our office has been recognized as the outstanding public law office of the year by the American Bar Association and our lawyers have been honored with the California Lawyer of the Year Award. DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY, CONSUMER PROTECTION DIVISION The Santa Monica City Attorney's Office seeks an attorney to join its Consumer Protection Division, which pursues affirmative litigation and engages in community education to protect the rights of consumers, tenants, and vulnerable City residents. The successful applicant will have strong communication and advocacy skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to advancing the public trust. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample of no more than ten pages, and the names of two references. These materials should be submitted in a single pdf document by email to CAO.Opportunities@smgov.net with the subject line: "Application - DCA, Consumer Protection Division." Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply by August 31, 2018, when consideration of applicants will begin. The position is open until filled. Applicants may apply for both positions, in which case the email subject line should so indicate, and the cover letter should indicate a preference among the two positions. Division and work assignments of Deputy City Attorneys are subject to change based on the needs and workload of the City Attorney's Office overall. A background check may be required prior to beginning employment. Salary dependent on experience; excellent benefits. Required Qualifications Minimum of two years of litigation experience. Demonstrated commitment to advancing the public interest. Strong communication, advocacy, and research skills; Sound judgment and high ethical standards; Ability to work effectively with colleagues and members of the public; and License to practice law in the State of California or willingness and ability to obtain prompt admission to the California State Bar. Preferred Qualifications Significant litigation experience, including trial and appellate experience, in California and/or federal courts. Experience representing a public entity. Experience assisting in the conduct of criminal or civil investigations; and Familiarity with consumer protection law tenant protection law, environment law, or laws protecting vulnerable populations. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Santa Monica is an equal opportunity employer. The City Council's Policy Statement reads in part, "In the recruitment selection, assignment, promotion, discipline and training of personnel, we will consider only job-related skills, abilities, knowledge and performance. We will develop positive measures to eliminate discrimination based on race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sexual harassment in the workplace." Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA, United States
Job Summary https://www.santamonica.gov/join-smfd Join the Santa Monica City Attorney's Office  We are currently seeking two attorneys to join the Santa Monica City Attorney's Office. We also accept applications for law students externships on an ongoing basis. This page offers details and application requirements. The Santa Monica City Attorney's Office (SMCAO) strives to provide the highest level of legal representation to the City of Santa Monica. We advise the City Council, City Manager, and City staff on the legal aspects of City actions, seeking to guide the City in achieving its objectives legally, ethically, and effectively. We also conduct litigation on behalf of the City, seeking to vigorously, ethically, and justly advance the interests of the people of Santa Monica and the State of California. Our work has included: Obtaining a consent decree allowing the City to close the Santa Monica Airport in 2028; Recovering more than $350 million from major oil companies following contamination of the City's drinking water supply. Preserving $200 million in redevelopment funds following dissolution of the Redevelopment Agency. Drafting and defending the City's Home Sharing Ordinance and Affordable Housing Production Program in the face of significant legal challenges; Recovering $10 million for victims of deceptive practices in the bullion/gold industry. Recovering $650,000 in back wages for low-wage immigrant workers at local car washes; and Establishing an innovative diversion program focused on work with homeless individuals in the criminal justice system. Our office has been recognized as the outstanding public law office of the year by the American Bar Association and our lawyers have been honored with the California Lawyer of the Year award. DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY, MUNICIPAL DIVISION (CODE ENFORCEMENT SECTION) The Santa Monica City Attorney's Office seeks an attorney to join its Municipal Division, Code Enforcement Section. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to advancing the public interest and the skills and capabilities necessary to draft, defend, and enforce municipal laws on behalf of a City that thrives on innovation Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample of no more than ten pages, and the names of two references. These materials should be submitted in a single pdf document by email to CAO.Opportunities@smgov.net with the subject line: "Application - DCA, Municipal Division." Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply by August 31, 2018, when consideration of applicants will begin. The position is open until filled. Applicants may apply for both open positions, in which case the email subject line should so indicate, and the application must indicate a preference among the two positions. Division and work assignments of Deputy City Attorneys are subject to change based on the needs and workload of the City Attorney's Office overall. A background check may be required prior to beginning employment. Salary dependent on experience; excellent benefits. Required Qualifications Minimum of two years of litigation experience; Demonstrated commitment to advancing the public interest; Strong communication, advocacy, and research skills; Sound judgment and high ethical standards; Ability to work effectively with colleagues and members of the public; and License to practice law in the State of California or willingness and ability to obtain prompt admission to the California State Bar. Preferred Qualifications Trial experience (civil or criminal); Experience representing a government entity; Experience assisting in the conduct of criminal or civil investigations; and Familiarity with administrative law, land use law, or local government quality of life issues. Equal Opportunity Employer  The City of Santa Monica is an equal opportunity employer. The city Council's Policy Statement reads in part, "In the recruitment, selection, assignment, promotion, discipline and training of personnel, we will consider only job-related skills, abilities, knowledge and performances. We will develop positive measures to eliminate discrimination based on race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sexual harassment in the workplace." Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 10, 2018
Job Summary https://www.santamonica.gov/join-smfd Join the Santa Monica City Attorney's Office  We are currently seeking two attorneys to join the Santa Monica City Attorney's Office. We also accept applications for law students externships on an ongoing basis. This page offers details and application requirements. The Santa Monica City Attorney's Office (SMCAO) strives to provide the highest level of legal representation to the City of Santa Monica. We advise the City Council, City Manager, and City staff on the legal aspects of City actions, seeking to guide the City in achieving its objectives legally, ethically, and effectively. We also conduct litigation on behalf of the City, seeking to vigorously, ethically, and justly advance the interests of the people of Santa Monica and the State of California. Our work has included: Obtaining a consent decree allowing the City to close the Santa Monica Airport in 2028; Recovering more than $350 million from major oil companies following contamination of the City's drinking water supply. Preserving $200 million in redevelopment funds following dissolution of the Redevelopment Agency. Drafting and defending the City's Home Sharing Ordinance and Affordable Housing Production Program in the face of significant legal challenges; Recovering $10 million for victims of deceptive practices in the bullion/gold industry. Recovering $650,000 in back wages for low-wage immigrant workers at local car washes; and Establishing an innovative diversion program focused on work with homeless individuals in the criminal justice system. Our office has been recognized as the outstanding public law office of the year by the American Bar Association and our lawyers have been honored with the California Lawyer of the Year award. DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY, MUNICIPAL DIVISION (CODE ENFORCEMENT SECTION) The Santa Monica City Attorney's Office seeks an attorney to join its Municipal Division, Code Enforcement Section. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to advancing the public interest and the skills and capabilities necessary to draft, defend, and enforce municipal laws on behalf of a City that thrives on innovation Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample of no more than ten pages, and the names of two references. These materials should be submitted in a single pdf document by email to CAO.Opportunities@smgov.net with the subject line: "Application - DCA, Municipal Division." Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply by August 31, 2018, when consideration of applicants will begin. The position is open until filled. Applicants may apply for both open positions, in which case the email subject line should so indicate, and the application must indicate a preference among the two positions. Division and work assignments of Deputy City Attorneys are subject to change based on the needs and workload of the City Attorney's Office overall. A background check may be required prior to beginning employment. Salary dependent on experience; excellent benefits. Required Qualifications Minimum of two years of litigation experience; Demonstrated commitment to advancing the public interest; Strong communication, advocacy, and research skills; Sound judgment and high ethical standards; Ability to work effectively with colleagues and members of the public; and License to practice law in the State of California or willingness and ability to obtain prompt admission to the California State Bar. Preferred Qualifications Trial experience (civil or criminal); Experience representing a government entity; Experience assisting in the conduct of criminal or civil investigations; and Familiarity with administrative law, land use law, or local government quality of life issues. Equal Opportunity Employer  The City of Santa Monica is an equal opportunity employer. The city Council's Policy Statement reads in part, "In the recruitment, selection, assignment, promotion, discipline and training of personnel, we will consider only job-related skills, abilities, knowledge and performances. We will develop positive measures to eliminate discrimination based on race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sexual harassment in the workplace." Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA, United States
Job Summary Law Student Externship Opportunities  The Santa Monica City Attorney's Office has unpaid externship opportunities available over the summer and during the school year for qualified law students. Opportunities may be available across the Civil Liability, Consumer Protection, Criminal, and Municipal Divisions. Externs must abide by the highest ethical and professional standards. Candidates will be considered based on qualifications including excellence in oral communication and writing skills, proficiency in legal research, and interest in public service. Start and end dates are flexible. Externs should be available a minimum of 10 hours per week. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample of no more than ten pages, and the names of two references by email to CAO.Opportunities@smgov.net with the subject line: "Application - Externship." A background check may be required prior to beginning the externship. Equal Opportunity Employer  The City of Santa Monica is an equal opportunity employer. The City Council's Police Statement reads in part, "In the recruitment, selection, assignment, promotion, discipline and training of personnel, we will consider only job-related skills, abilities, knowledge and performance. We will develop positive measures to eliminate discrimination based on race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sexual harassment in the workplace." Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 10, 2018
Job Summary Law Student Externship Opportunities  The Santa Monica City Attorney's Office has unpaid externship opportunities available over the summer and during the school year for qualified law students. Opportunities may be available across the Civil Liability, Consumer Protection, Criminal, and Municipal Divisions. Externs must abide by the highest ethical and professional standards. Candidates will be considered based on qualifications including excellence in oral communication and writing skills, proficiency in legal research, and interest in public service. Start and end dates are flexible. Externs should be available a minimum of 10 hours per week. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample of no more than ten pages, and the names of two references by email to CAO.Opportunities@smgov.net with the subject line: "Application - Externship." A background check may be required prior to beginning the externship. Equal Opportunity Employer  The City of Santa Monica is an equal opportunity employer. The City Council's Police Statement reads in part, "In the recruitment, selection, assignment, promotion, discipline and training of personnel, we will consider only job-related skills, abilities, knowledge and performance. We will develop positive measures to eliminate discrimination based on race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sexual harassment in the workplace." Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Requirements Candidate must have aLaw Degree Licenses and Certificates : Texas Bar License General Purpose Under direction, perform a variety of legal duties supporting the City Attorney's Office (CAO). Typical Duties Serve as legal advisor to City officials, management and staff as assigned by the City Attorney. Involves: Prepare and review opinions, contracts, resolutions, ordinances, regulations, leases, licenses, public communications, policies and procedures, and a wide variety of other legal documents. Conduct legal research on municipal issues and present recommendations and solutions to minimize risk and safeguard the City's operations to City management, staff and City Council. Receive and review claims and lawsuits filed against the City; assist and represent the City in its defense. Prepare and draft a variety of correspondence including letters, memos and pleadings regarding litigation, settlements, plea bargains and negotiations. Prepare for and participate in court proceedings, including hearings, mediation and trials; arrange for and attend depositions; prosecute municipal court cases. Attend and participate in meetings for, and provide legal support and advice to, City commissions, committees and boards. Serve as liaison between outside counsel and the CAO for specialized legal matters. Read, edit and research staff reports for City Council. Monitor changes and trends in legislation covering municipal regulations, real property and risk management issues, and civil and criminal laws; evaluate legislative impact on City and CAO operations, and recommend operational, procedural and policy improvements. Assist City departments to develop and/or amend policies and procedures to maintain legal compliance. Represent the City in negotiating legal issues; assure that legal issues are resolved within City policy guidelines; assure effective communication of legal issues with the City Attorney and City principals. Review and respond to open records requests pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act. Support the relationship between the City of El Paso and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; promote the City goals and priorities. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Perform other legal duties as required or assigned. Prosecute actions in Municipal Court. Involves: represent the City in the prosecution of violations of City of El Paso ordinances and Class C misdemeanors. Perform municipal court legal duties as required or assigned. Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide for training and development, enforce personnel rules and regulations, and work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. The above-referenced duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. General Information Interested candidates mustattach a cover letter and resume with their application. For a complete job specification, click here . Salary Range: $79,220 - $110,389.25 / Annually The starting salary is generally at the beginning of the salary range. Please note: This is an appointed position. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 09, 2018
Full Time
Requirements Candidate must have aLaw Degree Licenses and Certificates : Texas Bar License General Purpose Under direction, perform a variety of legal duties supporting the City Attorney's Office (CAO). Typical Duties Serve as legal advisor to City officials, management and staff as assigned by the City Attorney. Involves: Prepare and review opinions, contracts, resolutions, ordinances, regulations, leases, licenses, public communications, policies and procedures, and a wide variety of other legal documents. Conduct legal research on municipal issues and present recommendations and solutions to minimize risk and safeguard the City's operations to City management, staff and City Council. Receive and review claims and lawsuits filed against the City; assist and represent the City in its defense. Prepare and draft a variety of correspondence including letters, memos and pleadings regarding litigation, settlements, plea bargains and negotiations. Prepare for and participate in court proceedings, including hearings, mediation and trials; arrange for and attend depositions; prosecute municipal court cases. Attend and participate in meetings for, and provide legal support and advice to, City commissions, committees and boards. Serve as liaison between outside counsel and the CAO for specialized legal matters. Read, edit and research staff reports for City Council. Monitor changes and trends in legislation covering municipal regulations, real property and risk management issues, and civil and criminal laws; evaluate legislative impact on City and CAO operations, and recommend operational, procedural and policy improvements. Assist City departments to develop and/or amend policies and procedures to maintain legal compliance. Represent the City in negotiating legal issues; assure that legal issues are resolved within City policy guidelines; assure effective communication of legal issues with the City Attorney and City principals. Review and respond to open records requests pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act. Support the relationship between the City of El Paso and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; promote the City goals and priorities. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Perform other legal duties as required or assigned. Prosecute actions in Municipal Court. Involves: represent the City in the prosecution of violations of City of El Paso ordinances and Class C misdemeanors. Perform municipal court legal duties as required or assigned. Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance. Provide for training and development, enforce personnel rules and regulations, and work behavior standards firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. The above-referenced duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. General Information Interested candidates mustattach a cover letter and resume with their application. For a complete job specification, click here . Salary Range: $79,220 - $110,389.25 / Annually The starting salary is generally at the beginning of the salary range. Please note: This is an appointed position. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Position Description This position is open until filled. The first review of applications will occur 8/7/18. Position Purpose The Seattle Municipal Court (SMC) is one of the highest volume Courts of Limited Jurisdiction in the State of Washington with 12 judicial officers and over 200 employees. SMC is the judicial branch of government for the City of Seattle and is authorized by the State of Washington. The Court adjudicates all misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor crimes, infractions, and civil violations authorized under the Seattle Municipal Code and certain Revised Code of Washington Statutes. SMC is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable program coordinator to join the court's Research, Planning, and Evaluation unit. Under the direction of the Lead RPEG Analyst and SMC Programs and Services Director, the temporary Specialty Courts Coordinator will coordinate the daily operations of the court's Mental Health Court (MHC) and Veterans Treatment Court (VTC) programs and identify strategies to improve and / or develop future specialty court programs at SMC. This work requires working closely with the MHC and VTC Judges and coordinating multi-disciplinary specialty court teams with participation from multiple city departments, external agencies and contracted service providers. The ideal candidate: Has public policy, planning and program management experience. Excels in establishing strong working relationships with a broad range of employees including senior leadership, internal/external agencies and the public. Is comfortable coordinating daily program operations and working with multiple stakeholders to effectively achieve desired program outcomes. Can monitor and compile statistical information on specialty court programs and can effectively present information to decision makers to drive program innovation. Enjoys working independently under tight deadlines and high pressure. If this sounds like you, please consider the Seattle Municipal Court's Temporary Specialty Court Coordinator assignment. The Court anticipates this assignment to last eighteen months. Depending on funding, this Temporary assignment may be extended beyond that time frame. Job Responsibilities Acts as point-person, information gatherer, and strategic relationship manager for Mental Health Court, Veterans Treatment Court and other specialty court programs as needed. Coordinates and tracks meetings and assigned functions of specialty court team members (including creating agendas, record-keeping notes, and supporting program information such as program and participant manuals, external fact sheets, etc.) Provides training and informational sessions on specialty court programs to a wide range of audiences including judges, attorneys, service providers and external stakeholders. Oversees, maintains and updates program contracts, MOAs and contracted employee relationships, as needed. Works with judges, court senior staff and external stakeholders to collaborate and build innovative specialty programs founded on the most recent evidence-based criminal justice research Develops and implements methods to collect data on program utilization, associated outcomes, and generally oversees statistical reporting for specialty programs. Prepares ad-hoc statistics and documents that synthesize the core elements of issues that affect specialty court services and programs. Provides expertise, research, and written products in the development of new processes, procedures that support SMC specialty courts. Seeks alternate sources of funding for court programs, including grants and public/private partnerships as needed. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree with additional technical training, education, or experience equivalent to a graduate degree in public policy, planning, social science, social work, court or judicial administration, public administration, and/or related field. 5+ years' experience in policy planning or related work with proven expertise in public safety/criminal justice or court administration. Experience in program planning and project management of court or public- sector programs Ability to learn quickly and understand mental health and substance-related disorders and develop a working knowledge of co-occuring disorders, veterans' services, and cultural issues. An understanding of criminal justice policy developments and best practices with regards to mentally ill, veterans', and other distinct court populations. Knowledge and experience in Windows, Word, Excel or other related computer software programs. Experience communicating to internal and external audiences as an authoritative representative of officials or executives on significant issues related to priority programs and services, for garnering support, shaping opinions, advocating controversial positions, and achieving important objectives. Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills. Proven ability to build support and advocate for controversial policies. Proven ability to work independently under tight deadlines and high pressure. Proven ability to establish strong working relationships with senior leadership, other internal/external agencies and the public. Desired Qualifications Graduate degree in public policy, planning, judicial administration, social work, or public administration. Experience with public sector performance measurement and program evaluation. Experience with Microsoft Access, SQL, and/or Tableau Desktop. Additional Information Hiring Process Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered. Completed NEOGOV online application. Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications. Current resume indicating relevant experience and education. Supplemental Questions Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete. The Court will review any information provided in your application package. Misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration and/or employment if discovered after selection for the position. Attaching or pasting a cover letter and resume alone is not a substitute for completing the application itself. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. A job offer is contingent upon verification of credentials and successfully passing the Court's background check. The background check includes a criminal history background review, fingerprinting and reference checks. The full hourly compensation range for this job classification is listed above For more information on the Seattle Municipal Court, visit www.seattle.gov/courts Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
Position Description This position is open until filled. The first review of applications will occur 8/7/18. Position Purpose The Seattle Municipal Court (SMC) is one of the highest volume Courts of Limited Jurisdiction in the State of Washington with 12 judicial officers and over 200 employees. SMC is the judicial branch of government for the City of Seattle and is authorized by the State of Washington. The Court adjudicates all misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor crimes, infractions, and civil violations authorized under the Seattle Municipal Code and certain Revised Code of Washington Statutes. SMC is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable program coordinator to join the court's Research, Planning, and Evaluation unit. Under the direction of the Lead RPEG Analyst and SMC Programs and Services Director, the temporary Specialty Courts Coordinator will coordinate the daily operations of the court's Mental Health Court (MHC) and Veterans Treatment Court (VTC) programs and identify strategies to improve and / or develop future specialty court programs at SMC. This work requires working closely with the MHC and VTC Judges and coordinating multi-disciplinary specialty court teams with participation from multiple city departments, external agencies and contracted service providers. The ideal candidate: Has public policy, planning and program management experience. Excels in establishing strong working relationships with a broad range of employees including senior leadership, internal/external agencies and the public. Is comfortable coordinating daily program operations and working with multiple stakeholders to effectively achieve desired program outcomes. Can monitor and compile statistical information on specialty court programs and can effectively present information to decision makers to drive program innovation. Enjoys working independently under tight deadlines and high pressure. If this sounds like you, please consider the Seattle Municipal Court's Temporary Specialty Court Coordinator assignment. The Court anticipates this assignment to last eighteen months. Depending on funding, this Temporary assignment may be extended beyond that time frame. Job Responsibilities Acts as point-person, information gatherer, and strategic relationship manager for Mental Health Court, Veterans Treatment Court and other specialty court programs as needed. Coordinates and tracks meetings and assigned functions of specialty court team members (including creating agendas, record-keeping notes, and supporting program information such as program and participant manuals, external fact sheets, etc.) Provides training and informational sessions on specialty court programs to a wide range of audiences including judges, attorneys, service providers and external stakeholders. Oversees, maintains and updates program contracts, MOAs and contracted employee relationships, as needed. Works with judges, court senior staff and external stakeholders to collaborate and build innovative specialty programs founded on the most recent evidence-based criminal justice research Develops and implements methods to collect data on program utilization, associated outcomes, and generally oversees statistical reporting for specialty programs. Prepares ad-hoc statistics and documents that synthesize the core elements of issues that affect specialty court services and programs. Provides expertise, research, and written products in the development of new processes, procedures that support SMC specialty courts. Seeks alternate sources of funding for court programs, including grants and public/private partnerships as needed. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree with additional technical training, education, or experience equivalent to a graduate degree in public policy, planning, social science, social work, court or judicial administration, public administration, and/or related field. 5+ years' experience in policy planning or related work with proven expertise in public safety/criminal justice or court administration. Experience in program planning and project management of court or public- sector programs Ability to learn quickly and understand mental health and substance-related disorders and develop a working knowledge of co-occuring disorders, veterans' services, and cultural issues. An understanding of criminal justice policy developments and best practices with regards to mentally ill, veterans', and other distinct court populations. Knowledge and experience in Windows, Word, Excel or other related computer software programs. Experience communicating to internal and external audiences as an authoritative representative of officials or executives on significant issues related to priority programs and services, for garnering support, shaping opinions, advocating controversial positions, and achieving important objectives. Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills. Proven ability to build support and advocate for controversial policies. Proven ability to work independently under tight deadlines and high pressure. Proven ability to establish strong working relationships with senior leadership, other internal/external agencies and the public. Desired Qualifications Graduate degree in public policy, planning, judicial administration, social work, or public administration. Experience with public sector performance measurement and program evaluation. Experience with Microsoft Access, SQL, and/or Tableau Desktop. Additional Information Hiring Process Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered. Completed NEOGOV online application. Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications. Current resume indicating relevant experience and education. Supplemental Questions Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete. The Court will review any information provided in your application package. Misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration and/or employment if discovered after selection for the position. Attaching or pasting a cover letter and resume alone is not a substitute for completing the application itself. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. A job offer is contingent upon verification of credentials and successfully passing the Court's background check. The background check includes a criminal history background review, fingerprinting and reference checks. The full hourly compensation range for this job classification is listed above For more information on the Seattle Municipal Court, visit www.seattle.gov/courts Closing Date/Time:
Position Description The mission of the City of Seattle Human Resources Department is to provide strategic and operational human resources services that advance Workforce Equity to meet the City's workforce and organizational needs. Our values reflect our best thinking of how we want to act and interact with customers, consumers, stakeholders and each other: respect, excellence, integrity, equity, adaptability, integration and accountability. As a Labor Negotiator, you will report directly to the Labor Relations Director and have extensive contact with all levels of City management, including elected City Officials, representatives from other governmental, regulatory, and administrative agencies, labor union representatives, and their legal counsel. You will be tasked with providing advice on handling difficult employee problems; representing the City in labor-management problem resolution, and resolving complex problems of a legal nature which may be politically sensitive and have substantial cost implications for the City. Job Responsibilities Here's more of what you'll be doing: Performing specialized, professional labor relations activities of a highly sensitive and confidential nature Formulating strategy and coordinating resources to present the City's interest in labor negotiations, mediation, arbitration, grievances and grievance arbitration, unfair labor practices, and state and federal agency proceedings. Serving as chief spokesperson and negotiating labor contracts with unions that represent City employees Interpreting collective bargaining agreements and negotiating mid-term changes Investigating grievances and recommending grievance responses and settlements to contract disputes and disciplinary actions Writing or reviewing discipline letters, grievance responses, last chance agreements, Letters of Agreement, and Memoranda of Understanding Researching, developing, and presenting training materials for supervisors, managers, City Officials, and Human Resources on labor relations issues Engaging with a lens of Race and Social Justice and Workforce Equity Qualifications In addition to the ability to perform the tasks described above, you will need to possess the below required qualifications (or a combination of education and/or experience and/or training which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class). All applications will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability of education, training, experience, and skills: Bachelor's Degree in Labor Relations, Public or Business Administration, Economics, or a related field 3 years of professional experience in a labor and/or employee relations environment, including experience as a chief spokesperson in labor contract negotiations and administration, or employment law DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 4 years of experience or more as a chief spokesperson in contract negotiations, administration, and grievance resolution Knowledge and/or experience in Employment Law Experience working in a large public organization Knowledge of Washington State Regulations governing labor relations Experience working collaboratively with a diverse workforce All potential Human Resources team members are evaluated for the following department values: Respect - We demonstrate regard for ourselves and others; we are open minded, considerate, fully present, engaged, and responsive Excellence - We perform and serve to the highest standards; we attain outstanding results through innovation, effort, and personal commitment Integrity - We are worthy of trust because we do the right thing; we are ethical, principled, and transparent and behave consistent with our values Equity - We honor differences and seek diverse backgrounds and perspectives; we are inclusive and pursue just outcomes Accountability - We take responsibility and follow through with intention; we take ownership of the process and results Adaptability - We are flexible and resilient; we respond readily to change and new conditions, seek solutions and do our work with optimism Integration - We are a team; we work holistically and strategically, incorporate others and are mindful of impact. Additional Information This position is classified as a Strategic Advisor III, General Government. APPLICATION PROCESS: To be considered for this position, please submit your complete application, attaching BOTH a cover letter and recent copy of your resume, to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle no later than 4:00pm Pacific Time on Tuesday, August 21, 2018. This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, medical condition, or pregnancy. The Seattle Department of Human Resources encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. If you have questions please contact Aisha Foster at Aisha.Foster@seattle.gov . Closing Date/Time: 8/21/2018 4:00 PM Pacific
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
Position Description The mission of the City of Seattle Human Resources Department is to provide strategic and operational human resources services that advance Workforce Equity to meet the City's workforce and organizational needs. Our values reflect our best thinking of how we want to act and interact with customers, consumers, stakeholders and each other: respect, excellence, integrity, equity, adaptability, integration and accountability. As a Labor Negotiator, you will report directly to the Labor Relations Director and have extensive contact with all levels of City management, including elected City Officials, representatives from other governmental, regulatory, and administrative agencies, labor union representatives, and their legal counsel. You will be tasked with providing advice on handling difficult employee problems; representing the City in labor-management problem resolution, and resolving complex problems of a legal nature which may be politically sensitive and have substantial cost implications for the City. Job Responsibilities Here's more of what you'll be doing: Performing specialized, professional labor relations activities of a highly sensitive and confidential nature Formulating strategy and coordinating resources to present the City's interest in labor negotiations, mediation, arbitration, grievances and grievance arbitration, unfair labor practices, and state and federal agency proceedings. Serving as chief spokesperson and negotiating labor contracts with unions that represent City employees Interpreting collective bargaining agreements and negotiating mid-term changes Investigating grievances and recommending grievance responses and settlements to contract disputes and disciplinary actions Writing or reviewing discipline letters, grievance responses, last chance agreements, Letters of Agreement, and Memoranda of Understanding Researching, developing, and presenting training materials for supervisors, managers, City Officials, and Human Resources on labor relations issues Engaging with a lens of Race and Social Justice and Workforce Equity Qualifications In addition to the ability to perform the tasks described above, you will need to possess the below required qualifications (or a combination of education and/or experience and/or training which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class). All applications will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability of education, training, experience, and skills: Bachelor's Degree in Labor Relations, Public or Business Administration, Economics, or a related field 3 years of professional experience in a labor and/or employee relations environment, including experience as a chief spokesperson in labor contract negotiations and administration, or employment law DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 4 years of experience or more as a chief spokesperson in contract negotiations, administration, and grievance resolution Knowledge and/or experience in Employment Law Experience working in a large public organization Knowledge of Washington State Regulations governing labor relations Experience working collaboratively with a diverse workforce All potential Human Resources team members are evaluated for the following department values: Respect - We demonstrate regard for ourselves and others; we are open minded, considerate, fully present, engaged, and responsive Excellence - We perform and serve to the highest standards; we attain outstanding results through innovation, effort, and personal commitment Integrity - We are worthy of trust because we do the right thing; we are ethical, principled, and transparent and behave consistent with our values Equity - We honor differences and seek diverse backgrounds and perspectives; we are inclusive and pursue just outcomes Accountability - We take responsibility and follow through with intention; we take ownership of the process and results Adaptability - We are flexible and resilient; we respond readily to change and new conditions, seek solutions and do our work with optimism Integration - We are a team; we work holistically and strategically, incorporate others and are mindful of impact. Additional Information This position is classified as a Strategic Advisor III, General Government. APPLICATION PROCESS: To be considered for this position, please submit your complete application, attaching BOTH a cover letter and recent copy of your resume, to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle no later than 4:00pm Pacific Time on Tuesday, August 21, 2018. This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, medical condition, or pregnancy. The Seattle Department of Human Resources encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. If you have questions please contact Aisha Foster at Aisha.Foster@seattle.gov . Closing Date/Time: 8/21/2018 4:00 PM Pacific
Position Description The Seattle City Attorney's Office has an open Assistant City Attorney position on the Police Action Team.This teamhandles litigation primarily involving the Seattle Police Department, typically defending • 1983 cases alleging violations of constitutional rights.These claims span from relatively minor matters to intensely litigated cases involving severe injuries, death and/or matters of significant public importance.In addition to litigation, this team provides legal advice to the Seattle Police Department and officers on a variety of topics related to police work.As an attorney on this team,you will be exposed to a mixture of legal research and writing, client contact, discovery and motions practice, with the occasional trial. Job Responsibilities Engage in litigation, typically defending • 1983 cases alleging violations of constitutional rights by the City and law enforcement officers; Work with the Seattle Police Department on subpoena related matters, including occasional briefing and court appearances in criminal and civil matters; and, Provide advice to the Seattle Police Department and officers on a variety of topics, including use of force and search and seizure issues. Qualifications Active member of the Washington State Bar at the time of hire; Minimum of five years of civil or criminal litigation experience; Experience working in a collaborative fast-paced work environment; Preference may be given to those with civil rights litigation experience and/or trial experience. Additional Information In addition to fullycompleting the on-line application, please submit the following for consideration: Cover letter describing the reasons for your interest in the position and outlining your relevant experience; Resume; and, Writing sample. The interview process will involve two or more rounds of interviews. Closing Date/Time: 8/21/2018 4:00 PM Pacific
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
Position Description The Seattle City Attorney's Office has an open Assistant City Attorney position on the Police Action Team.This teamhandles litigation primarily involving the Seattle Police Department, typically defending • 1983 cases alleging violations of constitutional rights.These claims span from relatively minor matters to intensely litigated cases involving severe injuries, death and/or matters of significant public importance.In addition to litigation, this team provides legal advice to the Seattle Police Department and officers on a variety of topics related to police work.As an attorney on this team,you will be exposed to a mixture of legal research and writing, client contact, discovery and motions practice, with the occasional trial. Job Responsibilities Engage in litigation, typically defending • 1983 cases alleging violations of constitutional rights by the City and law enforcement officers; Work with the Seattle Police Department on subpoena related matters, including occasional briefing and court appearances in criminal and civil matters; and, Provide advice to the Seattle Police Department and officers on a variety of topics, including use of force and search and seizure issues. Qualifications Active member of the Washington State Bar at the time of hire; Minimum of five years of civil or criminal litigation experience; Experience working in a collaborative fast-paced work environment; Preference may be given to those with civil rights litigation experience and/or trial experience. Additional Information In addition to fullycompleting the on-line application, please submit the following for consideration: Cover letter describing the reasons for your interest in the position and outlining your relevant experience; Resume; and, Writing sample. The interview process will involve two or more rounds of interviews. Closing Date/Time: 8/21/2018 4:00 PM Pacific
Position/Program Information : The County of Los Angeles Office of the County Counsel is conducting a search for a Senior Assistant County Counsel (UC). The Senior Assistant County Counsel will report directly to the Chief Deputy County Counsel. This is an unclassified (at-will) position. Interested individuals must apply as directed in the brochure for this position. To download the brochure, click: https://bit.ly/2Lqht4r To view and print a copy of the brochure, you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES IS AN ACTIVE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
Position/Program Information : The County of Los Angeles Office of the County Counsel is conducting a search for a Senior Assistant County Counsel (UC). The Senior Assistant County Counsel will report directly to the Chief Deputy County Counsel. This is an unclassified (at-will) position. Interested individuals must apply as directed in the brochure for this position. To download the brochure, click: https://bit.ly/2Lqht4r To view and print a copy of the brochure, you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES IS AN ACTIVE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Closing Date/Time:
ALTERNATE PUBLIC DEFENDER FILING START DATE September 21, 2015 @ 8:00 a.m. (Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.) EXAM NUMBER 7-9248-E TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Departmental Promotional Opportunities (Restricted to permanent employees of the Department of Alternate Public Defender who have successfully completed their initial probationary period.) Current employees in the unclassified service who meet the following criteria also qualify to participate in the exam: Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service. Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service at the time of filing or by the last day of filing. DEFINITION Performs legal work of average difficulty in representing the defense in criminal cases accepted by or assigned to the Alternate Public Defender. Positions allocable to this class are characterized by the performance of legal tasks involved in representing the defense in a wide variety of misdemeanor cases or the less difficult felony cases accepted by or assigned to the Alternate Public Defender. Assignments at this level differ from Deputy Public Defender I in that attorneys in this class function more independently, but continue to receive supervision from higher level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties. Essential Job Functions Represents the defense in the trial of felony cases of average difficulty, mental health cases and the more difficult misdemeanor cases. Interviews clients and witnesses, conducts preliminary hearings, review transcripts, requests the investigation of facts and testimony, and confers with law enforcement officers, experts, deputy district attorneys, and other interested parties to determine the course of action that should be taken in behalf of their clients. Advises clients as to their rights and the actions they should take in court, including the relative merits of trial by judge or jury and the advisability of negotiated pleas. Prepares briefs, pleadings and other documents and makes motions for continuances, dismissals, reduction of bail and new trials. Represents the defense in arraignment, pleading, and probation and sentencing proceedings in felony and misdemeanor cases. Represents juvenile clients in hearing in the Juvenile Court. Prepares reports outlining the advisability of appealing cases. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: One year of experience in the practice of criminal law as a Deputy Public Defender I* in the service of the County of Los Angeles. LICENSE(S) REQUIRED: Admission to practice law in all courts in California. 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: 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. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *To qualify, applicants must currently hold the County job title of Deputy Public Defender I for the required period of time. No Out-of-Class experience will be accepted. Withhold Information: Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six months of meeting the experience requirements at the time of filing. However, the names of such employees will be withheld from the certification list until the required experience is fully met. UNITED STATES CITIZENSHIP: Is required for appointment to this position. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I: An evaluation of experience based on information provided on application weighted 50% Part II: An Appraisal of Promotability (AP) weighted 50%. The AP will evaluate Advocacy and Communication Skills; Case Analysis and Preparation Skills; and Role Attitude, Work Habits, and Leadership Skills. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. VACANCY INFORMATION : The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the office of the Alternate Public Defender. Appointees for this position must be able and willing to work in any area of Los Angeles County and may be subject to transfer at any time. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible register in order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Passing this examination and being placed on the eligible register does not guarantee an offer of employment. Retake period and applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County employment application for this examination. Paper applications or resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE : Apply online by clicking on the " Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the 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, 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 applications is incomplete it will be rejected. Attachment: If you are unable to attach required documents with online applications, you must email them to mcordero@apd.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of online filing. Please include the exam number and the exam title in the subject line. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process. 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 number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. 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. NO SHARING OF 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 Name: Maria Cordero Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-8244 Department Contact Email: mcordero@apd.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 974-8244 Teletype Phone : (213) 974-0911 California Relay Services Phone: (800)735-2922 Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
ALTERNATE PUBLIC DEFENDER FILING START DATE September 21, 2015 @ 8:00 a.m. (Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.) EXAM NUMBER 7-9248-E TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Departmental Promotional Opportunities (Restricted to permanent employees of the Department of Alternate Public Defender who have successfully completed their initial probationary period.) Current employees in the unclassified service who meet the following criteria also qualify to participate in the exam: Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service. Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service at the time of filing or by the last day of filing. DEFINITION Performs legal work of average difficulty in representing the defense in criminal cases accepted by or assigned to the Alternate Public Defender. Positions allocable to this class are characterized by the performance of legal tasks involved in representing the defense in a wide variety of misdemeanor cases or the less difficult felony cases accepted by or assigned to the Alternate Public Defender. Assignments at this level differ from Deputy Public Defender I in that attorneys in this class function more independently, but continue to receive supervision from higher level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties. Essential Job Functions Represents the defense in the trial of felony cases of average difficulty, mental health cases and the more difficult misdemeanor cases. Interviews clients and witnesses, conducts preliminary hearings, review transcripts, requests the investigation of facts and testimony, and confers with law enforcement officers, experts, deputy district attorneys, and other interested parties to determine the course of action that should be taken in behalf of their clients. Advises clients as to their rights and the actions they should take in court, including the relative merits of trial by judge or jury and the advisability of negotiated pleas. Prepares briefs, pleadings and other documents and makes motions for continuances, dismissals, reduction of bail and new trials. Represents the defense in arraignment, pleading, and probation and sentencing proceedings in felony and misdemeanor cases. Represents juvenile clients in hearing in the Juvenile Court. Prepares reports outlining the advisability of appealing cases. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: One year of experience in the practice of criminal law as a Deputy Public Defender I* in the service of the County of Los Angeles. LICENSE(S) REQUIRED: Admission to practice law in all courts in California. 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: 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. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *To qualify, applicants must currently hold the County job title of Deputy Public Defender I for the required period of time. No Out-of-Class experience will be accepted. Withhold Information: Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six months of meeting the experience requirements at the time of filing. However, the names of such employees will be withheld from the certification list until the required experience is fully met. UNITED STATES CITIZENSHIP: Is required for appointment to this position. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of two (2) parts: Part I: An evaluation of experience based on information provided on application weighted 50% Part II: An Appraisal of Promotability (AP) weighted 50%. The AP will evaluate Advocacy and Communication Skills; Case Analysis and Preparation Skills; and Role Attitude, Work Habits, and Leadership Skills. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. VACANCY INFORMATION : The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the office of the Alternate Public Defender. Appointees for this position must be able and willing to work in any area of Los Angeles County and may be subject to transfer at any time. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible register in order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Passing this examination and being placed on the eligible register does not guarantee an offer of employment. Retake period and applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County employment application for this examination. Paper applications or resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online application. We must receive your application by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE : Apply online by clicking on the " Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the 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, 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 applications is incomplete it will be rejected. Attachment: If you are unable to attach required documents with online applications, you must email them to mcordero@apd.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of online filing. Please include the exam number and the exam title in the subject line. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process. 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 number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. 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. NO SHARING OF 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 Name: Maria Cordero Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-8244 Department Contact Email: mcordero@apd.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 974-8244 Teletype Phone : (213) 974-0911 California Relay Services Phone: (800)735-2922 Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Law Office of Los Angeles County PUBLIC DEFENDER EXAM NUMBER L9248E FILING DATES August 7, 2012 until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT DEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY Restricted to permanent employees of the Office of the Public Defender who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. NO OUT-OF CLASS EXPERIENCE OR VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE LETTERS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Withhold Information Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. However, the names of such employees will be WITHHELD from the certification list until the required experience is fully met. Current employees in the unclassified service who meet the following criteria also qualify to participate in this exam: Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service. Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service at the time of filing or by the last day of filing. DEFINITION Performs legal work of average difficulty in representing the defense in criminal cases accepted by or assigned to the Public Defender. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this class are characterized by the performance of legal tasks involved in representing the defense in a wide variety of misdemeanor cases or the less difficult felony cases accepted by or assigned to the Public Defender. Assignments at this level differ from Deputy Public Defender I in that attorneys in this class function more independently, but continue to receive supervision from higher level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties. Essential Job Functions Represents the defense in the trial of felony cases of average difficulty and the more difficult misdemeanor cases. Interviews clients and witnesses, reviews transcripts, requests the investigation of facts and testimony, maintains documentation of clients' files, and confers with law enforcement officers, experts, prosecutors, and other interested parties to determine the course of action that should be taken on behalf of their clients. Advises clients as to their rights, consequences, and the actions they should take in court, including the relative merits of trial by judge or jury and the advisability of negotiated pleas. Conducts legal research necessary to prepare appropriate and relevant motions, briefs, and pleadings critical to the representation of clients. Represents the defense in arraignment, conducts evidentiary and other legal hearings, negotiates case settlement, and handles probation and sentencing proceedings in felony and misdemeanor cases. Represents juvenile clients in hearings in the Juvenile Court. Advises clients of their appellate rights and prepares necessary documentation to preserve the rights on appeal. Requirements REQUIREMENTS: SELECTION REQUIREMENTS One year of experience in the practice of criminal law as a Deputy Public Defender I* in the service of the County of Los Angeles. LICENSES Admission to practice law in all courts in California. 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 *To qualify, applicants must currently hold the County job title of Deputy Public Defender I for the required period of time. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of two (2) parts: PART I: An evaluation of experience based on application information weighted 50%. PART II: An Appraisal of Promotability (AP) weighted 50%. The AP will evaluate: Advocacy and Communication; Case Analysis and Preparation; and Legal Knowledge, Role Attitude, Work Habits, and Leadership. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Vacancy Information The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Office of the Public Defender. Appointees for this position must be able and willing to work in any area of Los Angeles County and may be subject to transfer at any time. Eligibility Information Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible register in order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Passing this examination and being placed on the eligible register does not guarantee an offer of employment. RETAKE: No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. We must receive your application and additional documents, if any, by 5:00 p.m., PST, by the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Note: If you are unable to attach required documents, you may fax them to (213) 633-5032 or email them to rcruz@pubdef.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or by 5 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing, whichever comes first. Please include exam number and exam title. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the web site. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Fill out your application and Job Specific Questionnaire (if any) completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection 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, 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. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: 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 internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. California Relay Service Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Email: aguerrero@pubdef.lacounty.gov Department Contact Name: Ramon Cruz Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-2960 Department Contact Email: rcruz@pubdef.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
Law Office of Los Angeles County PUBLIC DEFENDER EXAM NUMBER L9248E FILING DATES August 7, 2012 until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT DEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY Restricted to permanent employees of the Office of the Public Defender who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. NO OUT-OF CLASS EXPERIENCE OR VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE LETTERS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Withhold Information Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. However, the names of such employees will be WITHHELD from the certification list until the required experience is fully met. Current employees in the unclassified service who meet the following criteria also qualify to participate in this exam: Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service. Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service at the time of filing or by the last day of filing. DEFINITION Performs legal work of average difficulty in representing the defense in criminal cases accepted by or assigned to the Public Defender. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this class are characterized by the performance of legal tasks involved in representing the defense in a wide variety of misdemeanor cases or the less difficult felony cases accepted by or assigned to the Public Defender. Assignments at this level differ from Deputy Public Defender I in that attorneys in this class function more independently, but continue to receive supervision from higher level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties. Essential Job Functions Represents the defense in the trial of felony cases of average difficulty and the more difficult misdemeanor cases. Interviews clients and witnesses, reviews transcripts, requests the investigation of facts and testimony, maintains documentation of clients' files, and confers with law enforcement officers, experts, prosecutors, and other interested parties to determine the course of action that should be taken on behalf of their clients. Advises clients as to their rights, consequences, and the actions they should take in court, including the relative merits of trial by judge or jury and the advisability of negotiated pleas. Conducts legal research necessary to prepare appropriate and relevant motions, briefs, and pleadings critical to the representation of clients. Represents the defense in arraignment, conducts evidentiary and other legal hearings, negotiates case settlement, and handles probation and sentencing proceedings in felony and misdemeanor cases. Represents juvenile clients in hearings in the Juvenile Court. Advises clients of their appellate rights and prepares necessary documentation to preserve the rights on appeal. Requirements REQUIREMENTS: SELECTION REQUIREMENTS One year of experience in the practice of criminal law as a Deputy Public Defender I* in the service of the County of Los Angeles. LICENSES Admission to practice law in all courts in California. 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 *To qualify, applicants must currently hold the County job title of Deputy Public Defender I for the required period of time. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of two (2) parts: PART I: An evaluation of experience based on application information weighted 50%. PART II: An Appraisal of Promotability (AP) weighted 50%. The AP will evaluate: Advocacy and Communication; Case Analysis and Preparation; and Legal Knowledge, Role Attitude, Work Habits, and Leadership. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Vacancy Information The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Office of the Public Defender. Appointees for this position must be able and willing to work in any area of Los Angeles County and may be subject to transfer at any time. Eligibility Information Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible register in order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Passing this examination and being placed on the eligible register does not guarantee an offer of employment. RETAKE: No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. We must receive your application and additional documents, if any, by 5:00 p.m., PST, by the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Note: If you are unable to attach required documents, you may fax them to (213) 633-5032 or email them to rcruz@pubdef.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or by 5 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing, whichever comes first. Please include exam number and exam title. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the web site. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Fill out your application and Job Specific Questionnaire (if any) completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection 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, 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. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: 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 internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. California Relay Service Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Email: aguerrero@pubdef.lacounty.gov Department Contact Name: Ramon Cruz Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-2960 Department Contact Email: rcruz@pubdef.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time: Continuous
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES OFFICE OF THE COUNTY COUNSEL EXAM NUMBER U9206N TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING STARTS July 9, 2018 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. BENEFIT INFORMATION The County of Los Angeles offers an excellent benefits package which includes a Cafeteria Benefit Plan, Contributory Defined Benefit Retirement Plan, Deferred Compensation & Thrift Plans, and 12 paid Holidays. DEFINITION: Performs difficult legal work in representing the Board of Supervisors, the County and its departments/agencies on legal issues and in litigation involving complex issues of public agency and civil law. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: These journey-level positions are allocated only to the Office of the County Counsel. Deputy County Counsel positions are characterized by and responsible for assignments involving a full range of matters involving complex issues, the resolution of which have the potential to negatively impact the County's programs, policies or operations or may result in serious monetary losses. Incumbents are expected to exercise well-developed legal skills and knowledge and act independently under general oversight and direction. Essential Job Functions Provides legal advice and representation to the Board of Supervisors, Regional Planning Commission, County departments and County-related agencies,concerning legal matters on the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and in land use and planning law, including the California Subdivision Map Act (Map Act) and the California Coastal Act (Coastal Act). Coordinates with County officials, other jurisdictions, and State, regional and local agencies on all aspects of CEQA, and land use and planning law, including the Map Act and Coastal Act. Represents the County and County-related agencies in State and federal courts in CEQA and land use and planning litigation. Advises County departments and County-related agencies in supervising third-party or outside counsel, representing the County's interests in CEQA and land use and planning litigation. Conducts legal research to advise clients regarding CEQA and land use and planning law, including the Map Act and Coastal Act. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Three (3) years of full-time experience in the practice of publicagency law*and/orcivil law, with a specialty in land use and planning law, including providing legal counsel for CEQA related matters. *Public agency law refers to experience working for the government of a State or political subdivision thereof; any agency of the United States, a State, or a political subdivision of a State; or any interstate government agency. LICENSES : Admission to practice law in all courts of California**. 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. Additional Information SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: **All applicants MUST submit the following with their online application at the time of filing, or within 15 calendar days from the application submission date: A copy of avalid and activeCalifornia Bar card with a visible watermark of the year - OR - aprinted copy of themember profileinformationfrom the State Bar of California website, with an "Active" status designation. Applications received without this required documentation will be rejected as incomplete. Any materials enclosed with the application will NOT be returned. Please DO NOT attach or upload your writing samples, or confidential case files to your application. EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist ofan Evaluation ofExperience, based on application information, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of applicants receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Applicants will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERYTWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughoutthe Office of the County Counsel. Passing this examination and being placed on the eligible register does not guarantee an offer of employment. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Day WORK LOCATIONS: The Los Angeles County Office of County Counsel has locations throughout greater Los Angeles County. Appointees must be willing to travelto various work locations and/or courthouses within and surrounding Los Angeles County to complete job-related assignments. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: The acceptance of your application depends on whether or not you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Please ensure that your application contains detailed experience listed in the Selection Requirements in order to receive full credit for experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification. Applicants may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, PST, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply"button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. 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. 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. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Hector Moreno, Exam Analyst (213) 893-0874 hmoreno@counsel.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR TELEPHONE: (213) 974-1570 TELETYPEPHONE: (800) 899-4099 ALTERNATE TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 897-0077 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES OFFICE OF THE COUNTY COUNSEL EXAM NUMBER U9206N TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity FILING STARTS July 9, 2018 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. BENEFIT INFORMATION The County of Los Angeles offers an excellent benefits package which includes a Cafeteria Benefit Plan, Contributory Defined Benefit Retirement Plan, Deferred Compensation & Thrift Plans, and 12 paid Holidays. DEFINITION: Performs difficult legal work in representing the Board of Supervisors, the County and its departments/agencies on legal issues and in litigation involving complex issues of public agency and civil law. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: These journey-level positions are allocated only to the Office of the County Counsel. Deputy County Counsel positions are characterized by and responsible for assignments involving a full range of matters involving complex issues, the resolution of which have the potential to negatively impact the County's programs, policies or operations or may result in serious monetary losses. Incumbents are expected to exercise well-developed legal skills and knowledge and act independently under general oversight and direction. Essential Job Functions Provides legal advice and representation to the Board of Supervisors, Regional Planning Commission, County departments and County-related agencies,concerning legal matters on the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and in land use and planning law, including the California Subdivision Map Act (Map Act) and the California Coastal Act (Coastal Act). Coordinates with County officials, other jurisdictions, and State, regional and local agencies on all aspects of CEQA, and land use and planning law, including the Map Act and Coastal Act. Represents the County and County-related agencies in State and federal courts in CEQA and land use and planning litigation. Advises County departments and County-related agencies in supervising third-party or outside counsel, representing the County's interests in CEQA and land use and planning litigation. Conducts legal research to advise clients regarding CEQA and land use and planning law, including the Map Act and Coastal Act. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Three (3) years of full-time experience in the practice of publicagency law*and/orcivil law, with a specialty in land use and planning law, including providing legal counsel for CEQA related matters. *Public agency law refers to experience working for the government of a State or political subdivision thereof; any agency of the United States, a State, or a political subdivision of a State; or any interstate government agency. LICENSES : Admission to practice law in all courts of California**. 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. Additional Information SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: **All applicants MUST submit the following with their online application at the time of filing, or within 15 calendar days from the application submission date: A copy of avalid and activeCalifornia Bar card with a visible watermark of the year - OR - aprinted copy of themember profileinformationfrom the State Bar of California website, with an "Active" status designation. Applications received without this required documentation will be rejected as incomplete. Any materials enclosed with the application will NOT be returned. Please DO NOT attach or upload your writing samples, or confidential case files to your application. EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist ofan Evaluation ofExperience, based on application information, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of applicants receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Applicants will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERYTWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughoutthe Office of the County Counsel. Passing this examination and being placed on the eligible register does not guarantee an offer of employment. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Day WORK LOCATIONS: The Los Angeles County Office of County Counsel has locations throughout greater Los Angeles County. Appointees must be willing to travelto various work locations and/or courthouses within and surrounding Los Angeles County to complete job-related assignments. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: The acceptance of your application depends on whether or not you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS . Please ensure that your application contains detailed experience listed in the Selection Requirements in order to receive full credit for experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification. Applicants may be rejected at any stage of the selection process. Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. We must receive your application by 5:00 pm, PST, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply"button for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. 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. 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. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Hector Moreno, Exam Analyst (213) 893-0874 hmoreno@counsel.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR TELEPHONE: (213) 974-1570 TELETYPEPHONE: (800) 899-4099 ALTERNATE TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 897-0077 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 Closing Date/Time:
MEDICAL EXAMINER-CORONER REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD. PERSONS WHO HAVE APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IF THEY WISH. THE INFORMATION MUST CONTAIN THE CORRECT EXAM NUMBER AND NAME. FILING DATES: 01/12/2018at8:00 AM (PST) THE FILING PERIOD MAY BE SUSPENDED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THE EXAMINATION MAY REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE. EXAM NUMBER P1637A TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Departmental PromotionalJob Opportunity Restricted to permanent employees of the above Department who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. DEFINITION: Plans and conducts investigations for the Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner to determine the jurisdiction, circumstances, manner, and cause of death. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work under the administrative and technical supervision of a Supervising Coroner's Investigator I and provide technical direction to the Coroner Investigator Trainee. Incumbents must independently exercise judgment in interpreting and applying departmentally approved procedures for conducting investigations at the scene of a wide variety of deaths to determine the jurisdiction, circumstances, manner, and cause of death. Incumbents must have a working knowledge of anatomy, legal terminology, departmental operational policies and procedures, and investigative techniques, including the collection of gunshot residue and other evidence and the recognition and differentiation of various modes of death and the ability to impart this knowledge to others in providing guidance to persons in the classification of Coroner Investigator Trainee. Positions in this class require the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and with sensitivity to obtain information concerning the circumstances of a death from the decedent's family and friends, witnesses, and informants. Incumbents must write comprehensive reports of investigation findings for use by autopsy physicians and in court/deposition proceedings, and enter those findings into computerized data banks. This class requires frequent lifting and moving of heavy equipment and decedents and occasionally demands extraordinary physical activity while working. Essential Job Functions Plans and conducts the investigation of the circumstances of death at the scene to determine the jurisdiction of the Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner. Conducts investigations into deaths which occur at hospitals and also deaths where the decedent has been released to a private mortuary. Examines the body of the decedent and the surroundings at the death scene and performs the required tests for air and body temperature, livor mortis, and degree of rigor mortis. In the presence of witnesses, takes custody of any money, valuables or miscellaneous documents or papers; lists and records personal property on appropriate receipts; describes and documents clothing of decedents. Recognizes, collects and preserves physical evidence, including gunshot residue, sexual assault evidence, appliances, ligatures, garrotes, drugs, narcotics and paraphernalia, and trace evidence. Coordinates evidence collection and handling with Departmental criminalist and criminalist from other agencies. Uses field photographic equipment as necessary. Interviews witnesses, friends, and relatives to obtain information about the decedent and circumstances of death. Conducts follow-up investigations as required. Certifies deaths at mortuaries and field locations. Receives initial notification of deaths. Notifies and coordinates with officers of other criminal justice agencies when necessary. Prepares and serves Subpoena Duces Tecum, coordinates private pay autopsies and prepares documents and coordinates exhumations as assigned. Obtains medical/dental records and specimens. May write and process search warrants for the purpose of evidence collection. Writes reports of investigations which includes all pertinent data and exhibits illustrative of the circumstances of death. May be required to work as acting Supervising Coroner's Investigator I to a group or shift of investigators during the temporary or prolonged absence of a Supervising Coroner's Investigator I. May be required to act as Training Officer in providing guidance and direction to new investigative personnel or investigator trainees. Testifies in court or under deposition regarding the findings of an investigation of the circumstances of death. May be required to drive personal vehicle when performing County business. May be required to drive a County vehicle to locations throughout the County to transport bodies from death scenes to the Coroner's facility. May be required to travel by aircraft, boat, or other vehicles, or travel in heavy equipment to conduct investigations and remove decedents and to perform duties in areas of difficult accessibility, under limited visibility and mobility, during adverse weather conditions or disaster conditions. The incumbent may be required to conduct activity using specialized, technical safety gear under physically challenging and demanding circumstances. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Successfully completed the one year Coroner Investigator Trainee program at the Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner, Los Angeles County as evidenced by a completed signed Probationary Report. AND Successfully completed the required California Commission P eace O fficers S tandards and T raining (P.O.S.T) Training including P.C. 832 and Coroner's Death Investigation. 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 functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 4 - Arduous . Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity. Additional Information Special Requirement Information VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE DOCUMENTS/LETTER WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. NO WITHHOLD IS ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Successful applicants for this position will be required to obtain a copy of his/her driving from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before being appointed. A copy of the driving record must be presented at the time of appointment. License must not be suspended, restricted or revoked. AN APPLICANT WHOSE DRIVING RECORD SHOWS FOUR OR MORE MOVING VIOLATIONS WITHIN THE LAST TWO YEARS WILL NOT BE APPOINTED. Examination Content This examination will consist of two parts: PART I A Rating from Record evaluating the scope of training and experience based on application weighted 50%. PART II An Appraisal of Promotability (AP) evaluating knowledge and skills in the field. Problem Solving Skills, Oral and Written Communication Skills, Work Habits and Productivity Skills weighted 50%. Candidates must meet the selection requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Special Information Prior to appointment a candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint check. Vacancy Information The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner, located at 1104 N. Mission Road, Los Angeles, CA 90033. Eligibility Information The names of candidates will be placed on the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION All applicants are required to submit an online County of Los Angeles employment application. All information, including the selection requirements (i.e., education and driver license) is subject to verification and your application may be rejected at any time during the selection process. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the selection requirements. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING To apply for this examination, click on the"Apply" tab located on the top right corner of the screen. Your application must be submitted electronically by 5:00 pm (PST), on the last day of filing.You can also track the status of your application using this web site. *In order to receive credit for anycertification,a legible copy of requiredcertificates must be uploaded as attachments during application submissionor within fifteen(15) calendar days from application submission.If you are unable toupload the required documents, you must either email bbragg@coroner.lacounty.gov or fax to (323) 441-9942. Please include exam number and 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, applicationsmay be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their application online using theirownuser ID and password. Using a family member'sor friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Available Shift: Any California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Email: adarequests@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 Department Contact Name: Christian Martinez Department Contact Phone: (323) 343-0710 Department Contact Email: CMartinez@coroner.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
MEDICAL EXAMINER-CORONER REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD. PERSONS WHO HAVE APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IF THEY WISH. THE INFORMATION MUST CONTAIN THE CORRECT EXAM NUMBER AND NAME. FILING DATES: 01/12/2018at8:00 AM (PST) THE FILING PERIOD MAY BE SUSPENDED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THE EXAMINATION MAY REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE. EXAM NUMBER P1637A TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Departmental PromotionalJob Opportunity Restricted to permanent employees of the above Department who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. DEFINITION: Plans and conducts investigations for the Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner to determine the jurisdiction, circumstances, manner, and cause of death. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work under the administrative and technical supervision of a Supervising Coroner's Investigator I and provide technical direction to the Coroner Investigator Trainee. Incumbents must independently exercise judgment in interpreting and applying departmentally approved procedures for conducting investigations at the scene of a wide variety of deaths to determine the jurisdiction, circumstances, manner, and cause of death. Incumbents must have a working knowledge of anatomy, legal terminology, departmental operational policies and procedures, and investigative techniques, including the collection of gunshot residue and other evidence and the recognition and differentiation of various modes of death and the ability to impart this knowledge to others in providing guidance to persons in the classification of Coroner Investigator Trainee. Positions in this class require the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and with sensitivity to obtain information concerning the circumstances of a death from the decedent's family and friends, witnesses, and informants. Incumbents must write comprehensive reports of investigation findings for use by autopsy physicians and in court/deposition proceedings, and enter those findings into computerized data banks. This class requires frequent lifting and moving of heavy equipment and decedents and occasionally demands extraordinary physical activity while working. Essential Job Functions Plans and conducts the investigation of the circumstances of death at the scene to determine the jurisdiction of the Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner. Conducts investigations into deaths which occur at hospitals and also deaths where the decedent has been released to a private mortuary. Examines the body of the decedent and the surroundings at the death scene and performs the required tests for air and body temperature, livor mortis, and degree of rigor mortis. In the presence of witnesses, takes custody of any money, valuables or miscellaneous documents or papers; lists and records personal property on appropriate receipts; describes and documents clothing of decedents. Recognizes, collects and preserves physical evidence, including gunshot residue, sexual assault evidence, appliances, ligatures, garrotes, drugs, narcotics and paraphernalia, and trace evidence. Coordinates evidence collection and handling with Departmental criminalist and criminalist from other agencies. Uses field photographic equipment as necessary. Interviews witnesses, friends, and relatives to obtain information about the decedent and circumstances of death. Conducts follow-up investigations as required. Certifies deaths at mortuaries and field locations. Receives initial notification of deaths. Notifies and coordinates with officers of other criminal justice agencies when necessary. Prepares and serves Subpoena Duces Tecum, coordinates private pay autopsies and prepares documents and coordinates exhumations as assigned. Obtains medical/dental records and specimens. May write and process search warrants for the purpose of evidence collection. Writes reports of investigations which includes all pertinent data and exhibits illustrative of the circumstances of death. May be required to work as acting Supervising Coroner's Investigator I to a group or shift of investigators during the temporary or prolonged absence of a Supervising Coroner's Investigator I. May be required to act as Training Officer in providing guidance and direction to new investigative personnel or investigator trainees. Testifies in court or under deposition regarding the findings of an investigation of the circumstances of death. May be required to drive personal vehicle when performing County business. May be required to drive a County vehicle to locations throughout the County to transport bodies from death scenes to the Coroner's facility. May be required to travel by aircraft, boat, or other vehicles, or travel in heavy equipment to conduct investigations and remove decedents and to perform duties in areas of difficult accessibility, under limited visibility and mobility, during adverse weather conditions or disaster conditions. The incumbent may be required to conduct activity using specialized, technical safety gear under physically challenging and demanding circumstances. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Successfully completed the one year Coroner Investigator Trainee program at the Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner, Los Angeles County as evidenced by a completed signed Probationary Report. AND Successfully completed the required California Commission P eace O fficers S tandards and T raining (P.O.S.T) Training including P.C. 832 and Coroner's Death Investigation. 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 functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 4 - Arduous . Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity. Additional Information Special Requirement Information VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE DOCUMENTS/LETTER WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. NO WITHHOLD IS ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. Successful applicants for this position will be required to obtain a copy of his/her driving from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before being appointed. A copy of the driving record must be presented at the time of appointment. License must not be suspended, restricted or revoked. AN APPLICANT WHOSE DRIVING RECORD SHOWS FOUR OR MORE MOVING VIOLATIONS WITHIN THE LAST TWO YEARS WILL NOT BE APPOINTED. Examination Content This examination will consist of two parts: PART I A Rating from Record evaluating the scope of training and experience based on application weighted 50%. PART II An Appraisal of Promotability (AP) evaluating knowledge and skills in the field. Problem Solving Skills, Oral and Written Communication Skills, Work Habits and Productivity Skills weighted 50%. Candidates must meet the selection requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Special Information Prior to appointment a candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint check. Vacancy Information The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies in the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner, located at 1104 N. Mission Road, Los Angeles, CA 90033. Eligibility Information The names of candidates will be placed on the eligible register for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION All applicants are required to submit an online County of Los Angeles employment application. All information, including the selection requirements (i.e., education and driver license) is subject to verification and your application may be rejected at any time during the selection process. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the selection requirements. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING To apply for this examination, click on the"Apply" tab located on the top right corner of the screen. Your application must be submitted electronically by 5:00 pm (PST), on the last day of filing.You can also track the status of your application using this web site. *In order to receive credit for anycertification,a legible copy of requiredcertificates must be uploaded as attachments during application submissionor within fifteen(15) calendar days from application submission.If you are unable toupload the required documents, you must either email bbragg@coroner.lacounty.gov or fax to (323) 441-9942. Please include exam number and 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, applicationsmay be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD All applicants must file their application online using theirownuser ID and password. Using a family member'sor friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Available Shift: Any California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Email: adarequests@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 Department Contact Name: Christian Martinez Department Contact Phone: (323) 343-0710 Department Contact Email: CMartinez@coroner.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
FIRST DAY OF FILING: FEBRUARY 27, 2018 at 8:00 A.M. (PST) EXAM NUMBER: J2239I TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: DEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY RESTRICTED TO PERMANENT EMPLOYEES OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT WHO HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED THEIR INITIAL PROBATIONARY PERIOD WITH LOS ANGELES COUNTY AND MEET THE QUALIFYING REQUIREMENTS. NO OUT- OF- CLASS EXPERIENCE OR VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE LETTERS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Current employees in the unclassified service who meet the following criteria also qualify to participate in this exam: Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service. OR Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service by the last day of filing. WITHHOLD INFORMATION Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. However, the names of such employees will be WITHHELD from the certification list until the required experience is fully met. DEFINITION Performs a wide range of specialized clerical work and data entry functions with minimal supervision in a large law enforcement Legal Records Processing Unit. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocated to this class perform specialized clerical duties requiring a good knowledge of civil laws and procedures in processing a variety of legal documents pertaining to court instructions/orders, court appearances, production of records, payments of monies, surrendering of property, seizure of goods and/or other orders mandated by the Courts of California. Essential Job Functions Processes and prepares a variety of legal documents and takes appropriate action according to a predetermined procedure, for such purposes as processing court orders, warrants, minutes, petitions, other legal documents, and/or in response to third party claims. Checks documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with legal and other requirements. Determines the disposition of individual items of legal process and readies them for timely return to court in line with individual court requirements. Verifies computer entries to ensure that they correspond with hard copy document information. Analyzes, interprets, and answers questions from the public concerning such matters regarding court orders, small claims, foreign processes, summons, challenges, and levies to ensure that they are legal. Analyzes a variety of source materials to extract real property data; types and processes legal forms and documents relative to real estate levies and property sales by the Sheriff. Acts as special receptionist or counter-clerk. Answers questions and clarifies information for the public, via written correspondence, by telephone, or in person concerning such matters as: regulations, procedures, and/or the preparation and filing of legal forms. Maintains clerical control where work is divided among personnel performing separate parts of an entire operation. Keeps records requiring specialized knowledge of foreign processes for notary, County Clerk Authenticity Certificate, and prepares court-dated process materials for service and return to court. Searches records and files for data where judgment and discrimination are required in selecting or abstracting material. Inputs and retrieves information on a mainframe computer. Initiates journal vouchers or credit and canceled warrant memoranda to correct computer entries and reconcile accounts, and prepares collections for payout, requisitions and bank deposits. Exercises minor supervision over the work of others or assists in the training of new employees, as required. Requirements SELECTIONREQUIREMENTS One year's experience in Court Services Division, Legal Processing Unit, as a Court Records System Clerk I, Sheriff* in the service of the County of Los Angeles. LICENSE A valid CaliforniaClass 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 effortwhichmay include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerablewalking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION * To qualify, applicants must have County status in this class, as evidenced by holding such payroll title. NO OUT-OF CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED. DESIRABLEQUALIFICATIONS Credit will be given to applicants who possess DESIRABLE qualifications and indicate so on their employment applicationat the time of filing. An Associate's degree from an accredited college.** A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.** **In order to receive credit for any type of collegedegree, you MUST include a legible copy of the official degree, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization WITH your online application at the time of filing, or within 15 calendar days from the date of filing the application. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of two (2)parts: Part I An evaluation of education and experience based on application information and desirable qualifications weighted 50%. Part II An Appraisal ofPromotabilityevaluating customer service, attention to detail, computer skills, time management, work knowledge and skills, and oral communication skills weighted 50%. 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. ELIGIBILTYINFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Court Services Division. AVAILABLE SHIFT Day APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment application ONLINE only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes and supporting documents may be uploaded as attachments to the online application. Fill out your application completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification and applications may be rejected at any time during the selection process. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS and you have completely filled out your application. Apply online by clicking the green " Apply" button located at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your applicationusing this website. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing. IMPORTANT NOTES Please note ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATIONS of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. NOTE: Candidates who apply online must upload any required documents as attachments during application submission. If you are unable to attach required documents, you may fax the documents to (323) 415-2580 at the time of filing , or within 15 calendar days from the date of filing the application. Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the faxed documents. 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 LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 229-1621 Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611 Department Contact Email : sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
FIRST DAY OF FILING: FEBRUARY 27, 2018 at 8:00 A.M. (PST) EXAM NUMBER: J2239I TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: DEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY RESTRICTED TO PERMANENT EMPLOYEES OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT WHO HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED THEIR INITIAL PROBATIONARY PERIOD WITH LOS ANGELES COUNTY AND MEET THE QUALIFYING REQUIREMENTS. NO OUT- OF- CLASS EXPERIENCE OR VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE LETTERS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Current employees in the unclassified service who meet the following criteria also qualify to participate in this exam: Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service. OR Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service by the last day of filing. WITHHOLD INFORMATION Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. However, the names of such employees will be WITHHELD from the certification list until the required experience is fully met. DEFINITION Performs a wide range of specialized clerical work and data entry functions with minimal supervision in a large law enforcement Legal Records Processing Unit. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocated to this class perform specialized clerical duties requiring a good knowledge of civil laws and procedures in processing a variety of legal documents pertaining to court instructions/orders, court appearances, production of records, payments of monies, surrendering of property, seizure of goods and/or other orders mandated by the Courts of California. Essential Job Functions Processes and prepares a variety of legal documents and takes appropriate action according to a predetermined procedure, for such purposes as processing court orders, warrants, minutes, petitions, other legal documents, and/or in response to third party claims. Checks documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with legal and other requirements. Determines the disposition of individual items of legal process and readies them for timely return to court in line with individual court requirements. Verifies computer entries to ensure that they correspond with hard copy document information. Analyzes, interprets, and answers questions from the public concerning such matters regarding court orders, small claims, foreign processes, summons, challenges, and levies to ensure that they are legal. Analyzes a variety of source materials to extract real property data; types and processes legal forms and documents relative to real estate levies and property sales by the Sheriff. Acts as special receptionist or counter-clerk. Answers questions and clarifies information for the public, via written correspondence, by telephone, or in person concerning such matters as: regulations, procedures, and/or the preparation and filing of legal forms. Maintains clerical control where work is divided among personnel performing separate parts of an entire operation. Keeps records requiring specialized knowledge of foreign processes for notary, County Clerk Authenticity Certificate, and prepares court-dated process materials for service and return to court. Searches records and files for data where judgment and discrimination are required in selecting or abstracting material. Inputs and retrieves information on a mainframe computer. Initiates journal vouchers or credit and canceled warrant memoranda to correct computer entries and reconcile accounts, and prepares collections for payout, requisitions and bank deposits. Exercises minor supervision over the work of others or assists in the training of new employees, as required. Requirements SELECTIONREQUIREMENTS One year's experience in Court Services Division, Legal Processing Unit, as a Court Records System Clerk I, Sheriff* in the service of the County of Los Angeles. LICENSE A valid CaliforniaClass 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 effortwhichmay include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerablewalking may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION * To qualify, applicants must have County status in this class, as evidenced by holding such payroll title. NO OUT-OF CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED. DESIRABLEQUALIFICATIONS Credit will be given to applicants who possess DESIRABLE qualifications and indicate so on their employment applicationat the time of filing. An Associate's degree from an accredited college.** A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.** **In order to receive credit for any type of collegedegree, you MUST include a legible copy of the official degree, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization WITH your online application at the time of filing, or within 15 calendar days from the date of filing the application. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of two (2)parts: Part I An evaluation of education and experience based on application information and desirable qualifications weighted 50%. Part II An Appraisal ofPromotabilityevaluating customer service, attention to detail, computer skills, time management, work knowledge and skills, and oral communication skills weighted 50%. 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. ELIGIBILTYINFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Court Services Division. AVAILABLE SHIFT Day APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment application ONLINE only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes and supporting documents may be uploaded as attachments to the online application. Fill out your application completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification and applications may be rejected at any time during the selection process. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS and you have completely filled out your application. Apply online by clicking the green " Apply" button located at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your applicationusing this website. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing. IMPORTANT NOTES Please note ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATIONS of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. NOTE: Candidates who apply online must upload any required documents as attachments during application submission. If you are unable to attach required documents, you may fax the documents to (323) 415-2580 at the time of filing , or within 15 calendar days from the date of filing the application. Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the faxed documents. 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 LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 229-1621 Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611 Department Contact Email : sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SANTA CLARA COUNTY, CA
San Jose, CA, United States
Under general supervision, to investigate cases related to suspected fraudulent receipt of public assistance; to interview witnesses, conduct computer checks and analyze welfare data; and to serve civil papers and criminal complaints. This position is in the Social Services Agency, Special Investigations Unit. Ideal candidate must possess a valid Specialized Investigator Basic Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Candidate must be able to pass a criminal background check, polygraph, medical and psychological testing.        Typical Tasks Reviews, gathers, evaluates and analyzes evidence and information relating to the investigation of suspected welfare or IHSS fraud; Conducts confidential criminal history checks and other computer checks through local and state databases; analyzes data; Contacts other agencies, business organization, employers and other parties to secure, preserve and verify information, written statements and evidence; Interviews complainants, witnesses, suspects, and recipients of aid; Maintains thorough and accurate case summary notes; Evaluates information obtained and makes recommendations as to the need for prosecution; Assembles and reports data to enable the District Attorney to act; Files criminal complaints, serves subpoenas; Identifies over-payments and refers to collections; Responds to inquiries from agency and outside parties concerning related legal matters; Works jointly with other agencies in the development of evidence; Appears as a witness in court or at administrative hearings; Compiles, safeguards, and presents evidence for prosecution; Prepares oral and written reports; Uses work-related equipment as required; May detain and arrest suspects, assuring proper cause; Interprets, explains and applies provisions of laws, rules and regulations related to welfare or IHSS fraud; Provides technical assistance to lower level staff; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; Performs related work as required. Employment Standards Sufficient education and experience which directly demonstrates the possession and application of the following knowledge and abilities: Training and Experience Note: The knowledge and abilities listed below are acquired through the following: Completion of 60 semester units  AND Two (2) years performing welfare fraud investigations or investigative work in law enforcement  OR Two (2) years as an Investigator Assistant in Santa Clara County. Possession of a valid Specialized Investigator Basic Certificate or Basic (or higher) Peace Officers Standard Training (P.O.S.T.) Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) prior to appointment.  Possession of a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment and the ability to qualify and maintain a County's driver's permit.  Specialization in law enforcement or related field, from an accredited university or college is desirable.  Special Requirements: Applicants who have passed their 20th birthday may submit an application but cannot be appointed until they have reached their 21st birthday. Felony convictions will be disqualifying. Misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending on the type, frequency, severity and time of offense. Must be able to take and pass a thorough medical examination. May be disqualified on the basis of established medical standards (current P.O.S.T. or Departmental orders). Must successfully pass a psychological evaluation. Must successfully demonstrate and maintain physical fitness in order to perform the full scope and functions of the job. Must pass a complete background investigation including fingerprints and a search of local, state, and national files for criminal history. Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship.  Knowledge of: Modern principles and techniques of investigation, particularly as they apply to suspected fraudulent application for and receipt of public assistance; Principles and techniques of interviewing and interrogation; Rules of evidence and of court procedure; Methods of identifying, preserving and presenting evidence; Laws of arrest, search and seizure, service of legal process and the legal rights of citizens; Penal, Civil, Welfare and Institutions Codes, and related laws and regulations; Arrest techniques; Personal computers and common office applications; Methods of report preparation, writing and presentation. Ability to: Interpret and effectively apply provisions of laws applicable to investigations related to suspected welfare and IHSS fraud; Work independently in conducting fraud investigations; Prepare and present clear, concise and comprehensive reports and correspondence; Interview effectively and secure the cooperation of others; Prepare and present accurate evidence, including appearing in court to give testimony; Communicate effectively, orally and in writing; Work required hours and assigned shifts; Use logic in making decisions and exercise sound judgment. Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
Under general supervision, to investigate cases related to suspected fraudulent receipt of public assistance; to interview witnesses, conduct computer checks and analyze welfare data; and to serve civil papers and criminal complaints. This position is in the Social Services Agency, Special Investigations Unit. Ideal candidate must possess a valid Specialized Investigator Basic Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.). Candidate must be able to pass a criminal background check, polygraph, medical and psychological testing.        Typical Tasks Reviews, gathers, evaluates and analyzes evidence and information relating to the investigation of suspected welfare or IHSS fraud; Conducts confidential criminal history checks and other computer checks through local and state databases; analyzes data; Contacts other agencies, business organization, employers and other parties to secure, preserve and verify information, written statements and evidence; Interviews complainants, witnesses, suspects, and recipients of aid; Maintains thorough and accurate case summary notes; Evaluates information obtained and makes recommendations as to the need for prosecution; Assembles and reports data to enable the District Attorney to act; Files criminal complaints, serves subpoenas; Identifies over-payments and refers to collections; Responds to inquiries from agency and outside parties concerning related legal matters; Works jointly with other agencies in the development of evidence; Appears as a witness in court or at administrative hearings; Compiles, safeguards, and presents evidence for prosecution; Prepares oral and written reports; Uses work-related equipment as required; May detain and arrest suspects, assuring proper cause; Interprets, explains and applies provisions of laws, rules and regulations related to welfare or IHSS fraud; Provides technical assistance to lower level staff; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; Performs related work as required. Employment Standards Sufficient education and experience which directly demonstrates the possession and application of the following knowledge and abilities: Training and Experience Note: The knowledge and abilities listed below are acquired through the following: Completion of 60 semester units  AND Two (2) years performing welfare fraud investigations or investigative work in law enforcement  OR Two (2) years as an Investigator Assistant in Santa Clara County. Possession of a valid Specialized Investigator Basic Certificate or Basic (or higher) Peace Officers Standard Training (P.O.S.T.) Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) prior to appointment.  Possession of a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment and the ability to qualify and maintain a County's driver's permit.  Specialization in law enforcement or related field, from an accredited university or college is desirable.  Special Requirements: Applicants who have passed their 20th birthday may submit an application but cannot be appointed until they have reached their 21st birthday. Felony convictions will be disqualifying. Misdemeanor convictions may be disqualifying depending on the type, frequency, severity and time of offense. Must be able to take and pass a thorough medical examination. May be disqualified on the basis of established medical standards (current P.O.S.T. or Departmental orders). Must successfully pass a psychological evaluation. Must successfully demonstrate and maintain physical fitness in order to perform the full scope and functions of the job. Must pass a complete background investigation including fingerprints and a search of local, state, and national files for criminal history. Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship.  Knowledge of: Modern principles and techniques of investigation, particularly as they apply to suspected fraudulent application for and receipt of public assistance; Principles and techniques of interviewing and interrogation; Rules of evidence and of court procedure; Methods of identifying, preserving and presenting evidence; Laws of arrest, search and seizure, service of legal process and the legal rights of citizens; Penal, Civil, Welfare and Institutions Codes, and related laws and regulations; Arrest techniques; Personal computers and common office applications; Methods of report preparation, writing and presentation. Ability to: Interpret and effectively apply provisions of laws applicable to investigations related to suspected welfare and IHSS fraud; Work independently in conducting fraud investigations; Prepare and present clear, concise and comprehensive reports and correspondence; Interview effectively and secure the cooperation of others; Prepare and present accurate evidence, including appearing in court to give testimony; Communicate effectively, orally and in writing; Work required hours and assigned shifts; Use logic in making decisions and exercise sound judgment. Closing Date/Time:
Description The City of Fremont is seeking an Assistant City Attorney in the City Attorney's Office. Please click Here to view a copy of our recruitment brochure. This position is open until filled with a first review date of May 10, 2018 at 12:00 Noon. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. A resume, cover letter, and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application. To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box. For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: 3300 Capitol Ave., Building B Fremont, CA 94538 Ph: (510) 494-4660 jobs@fremont.gov Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
Description The City of Fremont is seeking an Assistant City Attorney in the City Attorney's Office. Please click Here to view a copy of our recruitment brochure. This position is open until filled with a first review date of May 10, 2018 at 12:00 Noon. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. A resume, cover letter, and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application. To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box. For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: 3300 Capitol Ave., Building B Fremont, CA 94538 Ph: (510) 494-4660 jobs@fremont.gov Closing Date/Time:
City of Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Requisition Number: 50848 Department: City Manager Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Temporary Location: Austin, Texas The City of Fort Worth is currently recruiting for internship opportunity for the upcoming legislative session. The Internship is scheduled to begin the first full week of January. We are seeking a full-time intern from January through May. Hours may vary between 20 and 40. Many students who have previously interned in this office have used the experience to gain full-time employment either in the Capitol Complex or other local governments. The ideal intern should have excellent computer skills (especially with spreadsheets), communication skills, and the ability to handle and organize large quantities of data. Some experience on policy issues including taxation, transportation, zoning, annexation, collective bargaining, health and safety, and economic development issues is preferred. The ideal intern will be at least in their junior year of undergraduate studies, preferably in Law, Political Science, or Public Administration. Job duties include but are not limited to: Researching legislative issues; Writing speeches; Attending legislative hearings; and Analyzing bills. Depending on the individual skills of the intern, he or she may assist in writing press releases and in other communications. Some clerical duties will also be involved. All interested students should apply online and attach a resume and cover letter to https://careers.fortworthtexas.gov . If you have any questions, please contact T.J. Patterson at 817-201-4779 or Thomas.J.Patterson@fortworthtexas.gov . Closing Date/Time: 8/31/18
Aug 01, 2018
Full Time
Requisition Number: 50848 Department: City Manager Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Temporary Location: Austin, Texas The City of Fort Worth is currently recruiting for internship opportunity for the upcoming legislative session. The Internship is scheduled to begin the first full week of January. We are seeking a full-time intern from January through May. Hours may vary between 20 and 40. Many students who have previously interned in this office have used the experience to gain full-time employment either in the Capitol Complex or other local governments. The ideal intern should have excellent computer skills (especially with spreadsheets), communication skills, and the ability to handle and organize large quantities of data. Some experience on policy issues including taxation, transportation, zoning, annexation, collective bargaining, health and safety, and economic development issues is preferred. The ideal intern will be at least in their junior year of undergraduate studies, preferably in Law, Political Science, or Public Administration. Job duties include but are not limited to: Researching legislative issues; Writing speeches; Attending legislative hearings; and Analyzing bills. Depending on the individual skills of the intern, he or she may assist in writing press releases and in other communications. Some clerical duties will also be involved. All interested students should apply online and attach a resume and cover letter to https://careers.fortworthtexas.gov . If you have any questions, please contact T.J. Patterson at 817-201-4779 or Thomas.J.Patterson@fortworthtexas.gov . Closing Date/Time: 8/31/18
Announcement Number: 1392772131 The purpose of the class is to represent indigent adults and juveniles charged with less serious criminal offenses; prepare and prosecute criminal cases in a proper, efficient and orderly manner; to supervise the work of subordinate support staff as assigned, and to perform related professional, administrative and supervisory work as required. This class works within broad policy and organizational guidelines and does independent planning and implementation, reporting progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings. Requires Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school. Must possess and maintain current membership in the S.C. Bar Association. Requires a short demonstration up to and including one month. Must possess a valid state driver's license
Jul 31, 2018
Full Time
Announcement Number: 1392772131 The purpose of the class is to represent indigent adults and juveniles charged with less serious criminal offenses; prepare and prosecute criminal cases in a proper, efficient and orderly manner; to supervise the work of subordinate support staff as assigned, and to perform related professional, administrative and supervisory work as required. This class works within broad policy and organizational guidelines and does independent planning and implementation, reporting progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings. Requires Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school. Must possess and maintain current membership in the S.C. Bar Association. Requires a short demonstration up to and including one month. Must possess a valid state driver's license
Announcement Number: 2055480266 Supreme Court of Nevada ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS ROBIN SWEET RICK STEFANI Director and Deputy Director State Court Administrator Information Technology JOHN MCCORMICK Assistant Court Administrator Judicial Programs and Services LAW CLERK Nevada Supreme Court Carson City Position # SC1 The Justices of the Nevada Supreme Court are now accepting applications for law clerkships that will begin in the Summer/Fall of 2019. Law clerks work for individual Justices and assist them with processing appeals and writ petitions. Law clerks conduct a broad range of duties, including legal research, preparing bench memos, drafting orders and opinions, proofreading and editing the other work produced in chambers. A clerkship will be for either a one-year or a two-year term depending on individual Justice preference. Most positions are located in Carson City, Nevada, with some positions located in Las Vegas, Nevada. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have graduated from an ABA accredited law school, preferably in the top 20%. Law review or other journal experience is desirable. Law clerks must possess exceptional legal research and writing abilities, must be flexible, and must be motivated to work independently to produce high quality work in a fast-paced appellate environment. Annual Salary: $65,986 employee/employer paid retirement, approximate. APPLICATION PROCESS: In order for you to be considered for a Law Clerk position, you must complete a Supreme Court of Nevada Employment Application, a cover letter, a resume, and submit along with two short unedited writing samples, a law school transcript, and at least three references. It is your responsibility to provide specific, accurate and complete information describing how you meet the minimum qualifications in your original application materials. Applications are available on the Nevada Supreme Court, Administrative Office's Employment page: http://nvcourts.gov/AOC/Administration/Human_Resources/Employment/ You may complete the application online and then print and mail or deliver to: Cynthia Sampson, Personnel Analyst Administrative Office of the Courts Supreme Court Building 201 South Carson Street, Suite 250 Carson City, Nevada 89701-4702 You may also submit your application packet: - via e-mail to: lawclerksupremecourt@nvcourts.nv.gov - via fax to: (775) 684-1777 Applications will be accepted until October 31, 2018. The Supreme Court of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer. If accommodation for a disability is needed during the application or examination process, contact the Personnel Analyst at 775.684.1744. Closing Date/Time: 10/31/18
Jul 25, 2018
Full Time
Announcement Number: 2055480266 Supreme Court of Nevada ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS ROBIN SWEET RICK STEFANI Director and Deputy Director State Court Administrator Information Technology JOHN MCCORMICK Assistant Court Administrator Judicial Programs and Services LAW CLERK Nevada Supreme Court Carson City Position # SC1 The Justices of the Nevada Supreme Court are now accepting applications for law clerkships that will begin in the Summer/Fall of 2019. Law clerks work for individual Justices and assist them with processing appeals and writ petitions. Law clerks conduct a broad range of duties, including legal research, preparing bench memos, drafting orders and opinions, proofreading and editing the other work produced in chambers. A clerkship will be for either a one-year or a two-year term depending on individual Justice preference. Most positions are located in Carson City, Nevada, with some positions located in Las Vegas, Nevada. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have graduated from an ABA accredited law school, preferably in the top 20%. Law review or other journal experience is desirable. Law clerks must possess exceptional legal research and writing abilities, must be flexible, and must be motivated to work independently to produce high quality work in a fast-paced appellate environment. Annual Salary: $65,986 employee/employer paid retirement, approximate. APPLICATION PROCESS: In order for you to be considered for a Law Clerk position, you must complete a Supreme Court of Nevada Employment Application, a cover letter, a resume, and submit along with two short unedited writing samples, a law school transcript, and at least three references. It is your responsibility to provide specific, accurate and complete information describing how you meet the minimum qualifications in your original application materials. Applications are available on the Nevada Supreme Court, Administrative Office's Employment page: http://nvcourts.gov/AOC/Administration/Human_Resources/Employment/ You may complete the application online and then print and mail or deliver to: Cynthia Sampson, Personnel Analyst Administrative Office of the Courts Supreme Court Building 201 South Carson Street, Suite 250 Carson City, Nevada 89701-4702 You may also submit your application packet: - via e-mail to: lawclerksupremecourt@nvcourts.nv.gov - via fax to: (775) 684-1777 Applications will be accepted until October 31, 2018. The Supreme Court of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer. If accommodation for a disability is needed during the application or examination process, contact the Personnel Analyst at 775.684.1744. Closing Date/Time: 10/31/18
Announcement Number: 1796535105 Supreme Court of Nevada ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS ROBIN SWEET RICK STEFANI Director and Deputy Director State Court Administrator Information Technology JOHN MCCORMICK Assistant Court Administrator Judicial Programs and Services LAW CLERK Position # COA2 The Court of Appeals is now accepting applications for law clerks for clerkships that will begin in the Summer/Fall of 2019. Law clerks work for individual Judges in the Court of Appeals and assist them with processing appeals and writ petitions. Law clerks conduct a broad range of duties, including legal research, preparing bench memos, drafting orders and opinions, proofreading and editing the other work produced in chambers. A clerkship will be for either a one-year or two-year term depending on individual judge preference. Four positions will be located in Las Vegas, Nevada, and two positions will be located in Carson City, Nevada. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have graduated from an ABA accredited law school, preferably in the top 20%. Law review or other journal experience is desirable. Law clerks must possess exceptional legal research and writing abilities, must be flexible, and must be motivated to work independently to produce high quality work in a fast-paced appellate environment. Annual Salary: $65,986 employee/employer paid retirement, approximate. APPLICATION PROCESS: In order for you to be considered for a Law Clerk position, you must complete a Supreme Court of Nevada Employment Application, a cover letter, a resume, and submit along with two short unedited writing samples, a law school transcript, and at least three references. It is your responsibility to provide specific, accurate and complete information describing how you meet the minimum qualifications in your original application materials. Applications are available on the Nevada Supreme Court, Administrative Office's Employment page: http://nvcourts.gov/AOC/Administration/Human_Resources/Employment/ You may complete the application online and then print and mail or deliver to: Cynthia Sampson, Personnel Analyst Administrative Office of the Courts Supreme Court Building 201 South Carson Street, Suite 250 Carson City, Nevada 89701-4702 You may also submit your application packet: - via e-mail to: lawclerkCOA@nvcourts.nv.gov - via fax to: (775) 684-1777 Applications will be accepted until October 31, 2018 The Supreme Court of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer. If accommodation for a disability is needed during the application or examination process, contact the Personnel Analyst at 775.684.1744. Closing Date/Time: 10/31/18
Jul 25, 2018
Full Time
Announcement Number: 1796535105 Supreme Court of Nevada ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS ROBIN SWEET RICK STEFANI Director and Deputy Director State Court Administrator Information Technology JOHN MCCORMICK Assistant Court Administrator Judicial Programs and Services LAW CLERK Position # COA2 The Court of Appeals is now accepting applications for law clerks for clerkships that will begin in the Summer/Fall of 2019. Law clerks work for individual Judges in the Court of Appeals and assist them with processing appeals and writ petitions. Law clerks conduct a broad range of duties, including legal research, preparing bench memos, drafting orders and opinions, proofreading and editing the other work produced in chambers. A clerkship will be for either a one-year or two-year term depending on individual judge preference. Four positions will be located in Las Vegas, Nevada, and two positions will be located in Carson City, Nevada. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have graduated from an ABA accredited law school, preferably in the top 20%. Law review or other journal experience is desirable. Law clerks must possess exceptional legal research and writing abilities, must be flexible, and must be motivated to work independently to produce high quality work in a fast-paced appellate environment. Annual Salary: $65,986 employee/employer paid retirement, approximate. APPLICATION PROCESS: In order for you to be considered for a Law Clerk position, you must complete a Supreme Court of Nevada Employment Application, a cover letter, a resume, and submit along with two short unedited writing samples, a law school transcript, and at least three references. It is your responsibility to provide specific, accurate and complete information describing how you meet the minimum qualifications in your original application materials. Applications are available on the Nevada Supreme Court, Administrative Office's Employment page: http://nvcourts.gov/AOC/Administration/Human_Resources/Employment/ You may complete the application online and then print and mail or deliver to: Cynthia Sampson, Personnel Analyst Administrative Office of the Courts Supreme Court Building 201 South Carson Street, Suite 250 Carson City, Nevada 89701-4702 You may also submit your application packet: - via e-mail to: lawclerkCOA@nvcourts.nv.gov - via fax to: (775) 684-1777 Applications will be accepted until October 31, 2018 The Supreme Court of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer. If accommodation for a disability is needed during the application or examination process, contact the Personnel Analyst at 775.684.1744. Closing Date/Time: 10/31/18
City Attorney
City of Bellevue, WA
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Are you a strong leader? Do you have a passion for public service? The City of Bellevue is looking for a City Attorney to join its executive leadership team. With a growing and diverse population of approximately 135,000, Bellevue is the fifth largest city in Washington. The city boasts a skyline of gleaming high-rises as well as a vast network of green spaces and recreational facilities and almost 100 parks. Bellevue's schools are consistently rated among the best in the country. With a City Council/City Manager form of government, the City Attorney reports directly to a Deputy City Manager. The City Attorney’s Office includes civil advice and litigation, misdemeanor criminal prosecution, risk management, and administration. The City Attorney’s Office has 27 staff and a current budget of $18.8M. The City of Bellevue fosters an environment of open communication and collaboration, where ideas and feedback are encouraged, supported and valued and where being innovative, collaborative, and future focused is the status quo.
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Candidates should have represented and overseen the representation of a municipality in a broad arena of litigation, including public works, employment and tort liability claims. A Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school, admittance to practice law in the State of Washington, and ten or more years of progressively responsible experience in a municipal environment is required. Â The annual salary range is $118,180 to $188,781 DOQE.
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Jul 23, 2018
Full Time
City Attorney
City of Bellevue, WA
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Are you a strong leader? Do you have a passion for public service? The City of Bellevue is looking for a City Attorney to join its executive leadership team. With a growing and diverse population of approximately 135,000, Bellevue is the fifth largest city in Washington. The city boasts a skyline of gleaming high-rises as well as a vast network of green spaces and recreational facilities and almost 100 parks. Bellevue's schools are consistently rated among the best in the country. With a City Council/City Manager form of government, the City Attorney reports directly to a Deputy City Manager. The City Attorney’s Office includes civil advice and litigation, misdemeanor criminal prosecution, risk management, and administration. The City Attorney’s Office has 27 staff and a current budget of $18.8M. The City of Bellevue fosters an environment of open communication and collaboration, where ideas and feedback are encouraged, supported and valued and where being innovative, collaborative, and future focused is the status quo.
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Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation and an excellent benefit package? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment. Do you have a background in criminal defense? If so, this position could very well be for you: Position: Assistant Public Defender Location: Waukegan, IL Salary: $56,840.00 Job Summary: Responsible for defending the indigent accused of Lake County. Becoming an Assistant Public Defender would allow you to be involved with the defense of criminal charges within local government, ranging from negotiating dispositions on misdemeanor and traffic charges, litigating motions, and conducting jury or bench trials. Your day will consist of the preparation of the defense of criminal cases, from arraignment through ultimate disposition. You will have endless opportunities to impact and make a difference within Lake County. Being able to build working relationships with employees, 30 countywide departments and the public, is sure to keep you interested and continuously learning. In order to be successful in this role you must have a Juris Doctor degree and be licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois. Individuals should have a working knowledge of Illinois criminal procedure; possess the ability to effectively problem solve and have the ability to work both individually and in a team atmosphere. Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package with performance-based incentive plans. We also offer a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County! To learn more about the department you will be working for, visit the Public Defender website. To learn more about other services Lake County provides and to see some of our employees in action visit our website to view videos . If you need assistance writing your resume we have some tools to help you at our Human Resources website . Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Jul 11, 2018
Full Time
Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation and an excellent benefit package? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment. Do you have a background in criminal defense? If so, this position could very well be for you: Position: Assistant Public Defender Location: Waukegan, IL Salary: $56,840.00 Job Summary: Responsible for defending the indigent accused of Lake County. Becoming an Assistant Public Defender would allow you to be involved with the defense of criminal charges within local government, ranging from negotiating dispositions on misdemeanor and traffic charges, litigating motions, and conducting jury or bench trials. Your day will consist of the preparation of the defense of criminal cases, from arraignment through ultimate disposition. You will have endless opportunities to impact and make a difference within Lake County. Being able to build working relationships with employees, 30 countywide departments and the public, is sure to keep you interested and continuously learning. In order to be successful in this role you must have a Juris Doctor degree and be licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois. Individuals should have a working knowledge of Illinois criminal procedure; possess the ability to effectively problem solve and have the ability to work both individually and in a team atmosphere. Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package with performance-based incentive plans. We also offer a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County! To learn more about the department you will be working for, visit the Public Defender website. To learn more about other services Lake County provides and to see some of our employees in action visit our website to view videos . If you need assistance writing your resume we have some tools to help you at our Human Resources website . Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This position is responsible for performing transactional paralegal duties requiring both sound judgment and good technical skills.  These duties may include, but are not limited to, drafting, reviewing and editing a variety of contracts, resolutions and ordinances, coordination with City or other government departments or agencies, involvement in the City Council agenda process, and responding to public record act requests. The skill level of this position places strong emphasis on accuracy, quality, attention to detail, and strong analytical skills. Incumbents must be proficient in the use of personal computers and able to work with various types of software in the Windows environment. Depending upon qualifications, the successful candidate may be hired at the Legal Analyst I or Legal Analyst II level. The annual salary range for a Legal Analyst I is $67121.60 to $81619.20 and the annual salary range for a Legal Analyst II is $73257.60 to $89044.80.  This classification also receives a 5% ongoing non-pensionable compensation increase in addition to the salary listed. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this department.  If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Aug 14, 2018
Full Time
This position is responsible for performing transactional paralegal duties requiring both sound judgment and good technical skills.  These duties may include, but are not limited to, drafting, reviewing and editing a variety of contracts, resolutions and ordinances, coordination with City or other government departments or agencies, involvement in the City Council agenda process, and responding to public record act requests. The skill level of this position places strong emphasis on accuracy, quality, attention to detail, and strong analytical skills. Incumbents must be proficient in the use of personal computers and able to work with various types of software in the Windows environment. Depending upon qualifications, the successful candidate may be hired at the Legal Analyst I or Legal Analyst II level. The annual salary range for a Legal Analyst I is $67121.60 to $81619.20 and the annual salary range for a Legal Analyst II is $73257.60 to $89044.80.  This classification also receives a 5% ongoing non-pensionable compensation increase in addition to the salary listed. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this department.  If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
The ideal candidate will have competence in general areas of municipal law and know when to seek outside legal services in those areas that fall outside of his/her direct experience or capacity of the office. It is preferred that the new City Attorney will have direct experience with employment law, contract law, economic development and redevelopment, land use, planning and zoning.
Jun 26, 2018
Full Time
The ideal candidate will have competence in general areas of municipal law and know when to seek outside legal services in those areas that fall outside of his/her direct experience or capacity of the office. It is preferred that the new City Attorney will have direct experience with employment law, contract law, economic development and redevelopment, land use, planning and zoning.
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County District Attorney's Office invites you to apply for the position of Senior Attorney in our Civil Division. The Senior Attorney in this position will represent and advise the Clark County Department of Air Quality (DAQ) with a focus on the interpretation and enforcement of the federal Clean Air Act, NRS Chapter 445B and Clark County Air Quality Regulations. DAQ serves as the air pollution control agency for Clark County, Nevada ensuring that the region's air quality meets all local, state and federal standards. In addition, the Senior Attorney will work on contracts, other environmental legal issues, administrative proceedings, litigation, interpretation of federal, state and local laws applicable to DAQ operations, and drafting new DAQ rules and regulations. This position will be used to fill vacancies in the Civil division of the District Attorney's Office. This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources. Resume Requirement: In order to be considered for this recruitment, candidates are required to submit a resume at time of application. Candidates selected for an interview will be required to submit law school transcripts and a writing sample to the District Attorney's Office prior to interview. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Possession of a certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Nevada and eligibility to practice law before the courts of the State of Nevada, AND eight (8) years of full-time experience in professional legal work related to the Clean Air Act and other environmental law, including four (4) years as a practicing attorney. If you do not currently hold a certificate of admission to the State of Nevada, you must hold a certificate of admission to the bar in another state and obtain a certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Nevada within one (1) year from date of employment. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation, which may include both a pre-and post-offer background check for positions within the District Attorney's Office. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Plan, direct, coordinate, and review work of subordinate staff in the preparation of cases for hearings and/or trial; assure appropriate handling of cases and the provision of quality professional legal services. Supervise new attorneys; provide for appropriate training of attorneys; assign cases; review cases and settlement offers; evaluate staff performance. Provide assistance and advice to other attorneys with regard to issues in specified areas of expertise. In the District Attorney's Office, oversee cases and attorneys assigned to a team or unit; supervise and review the preparation and presentation of State's evidence in criminal and civil actions, and/or juvenile prosecution; counsel colleagues on legal strategies and legal issues; conduct preliminary evaluation of the case; review offer settlements. Personally direct and/or handle the investigation and prosecution of certain major criminal, key civil, or other high profile cases, to include legal arguments regarding merit; argue on behalf of the State against writs of habeas corpus, petition for post-conviction relief and motions to suppress evidence. Appear on behalf of the State in probation, revocation hearings and sanity hearings; prepare and supervise the preparation of legal briefs filed on behalf of the State. Present plea negotiations with opposing attorneys. Interview and advise complainants and witnesses in regard to prospective criminal or civil action. Confer with and advise County officials, employees, and representatives on legal questions; draft ordinances, resolutions and other legislative measures; represent the County in cases initiated by or against the County; confer with investigators regarding the collection of facts and evidence. In this Senior Attorney position, draft, review, edit and advise on air quality rules and regulations, Notices of Violation, and settlement agreements. Represent DAQ in settlement negotiations, administrative hearings and legal proceedings. In addition, maintain accurate records and files; prepare a variety of records and reports as assigned. Use standard office equipment, including a computer in the performance of the work. May drive a personal or County vehicle in the course of the work or be capable of arranging for transportation to off-site locations in order to attend meetings and conduct other legal business. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Stand for prolonged periods of time. Speak in a clear and comprehensible manner. Hear and respond to questions posed. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Closing Date/Time: 8/24/2018 5:01 PM Pacific
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County District Attorney's Office invites you to apply for the position of Senior Attorney in our Civil Division. The Senior Attorney in this position will represent and advise the Clark County Department of Air Quality (DAQ) with a focus on the interpretation and enforcement of the federal Clean Air Act, NRS Chapter 445B and Clark County Air Quality Regulations. DAQ serves as the air pollution control agency for Clark County, Nevada ensuring that the region's air quality meets all local, state and federal standards. In addition, the Senior Attorney will work on contracts, other environmental legal issues, administrative proceedings, litigation, interpretation of federal, state and local laws applicable to DAQ operations, and drafting new DAQ rules and regulations. This position will be used to fill vacancies in the Civil division of the District Attorney's Office. This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources. Resume Requirement: In order to be considered for this recruitment, candidates are required to submit a resume at time of application. Candidates selected for an interview will be required to submit law school transcripts and a writing sample to the District Attorney's Office prior to interview. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Possession of a certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Nevada and eligibility to practice law before the courts of the State of Nevada, AND eight (8) years of full-time experience in professional legal work related to the Clean Air Act and other environmental law, including four (4) years as a practicing attorney. If you do not currently hold a certificate of admission to the State of Nevada, you must hold a certificate of admission to the bar in another state and obtain a certificate of admission to the Bar of the State of Nevada within one (1) year from date of employment. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon the results of a background investigation, which may include both a pre-and post-offer background check for positions within the District Attorney's Office. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Plan, direct, coordinate, and review work of subordinate staff in the preparation of cases for hearings and/or trial; assure appropriate handling of cases and the provision of quality professional legal services. Supervise new attorneys; provide for appropriate training of attorneys; assign cases; review cases and settlement offers; evaluate staff performance. Provide assistance and advice to other attorneys with regard to issues in specified areas of expertise. In the District Attorney's Office, oversee cases and attorneys assigned to a team or unit; supervise and review the preparation and presentation of State's evidence in criminal and civil actions, and/or juvenile prosecution; counsel colleagues on legal strategies and legal issues; conduct preliminary evaluation of the case; review offer settlements. Personally direct and/or handle the investigation and prosecution of certain major criminal, key civil, or other high profile cases, to include legal arguments regarding merit; argue on behalf of the State against writs of habeas corpus, petition for post-conviction relief and motions to suppress evidence. Appear on behalf of the State in probation, revocation hearings and sanity hearings; prepare and supervise the preparation of legal briefs filed on behalf of the State. Present plea negotiations with opposing attorneys. Interview and advise complainants and witnesses in regard to prospective criminal or civil action. Confer with and advise County officials, employees, and representatives on legal questions; draft ordinances, resolutions and other legislative measures; represent the County in cases initiated by or against the County; confer with investigators regarding the collection of facts and evidence. In this Senior Attorney position, draft, review, edit and advise on air quality rules and regulations, Notices of Violation, and settlement agreements. Represent DAQ in settlement negotiations, administrative hearings and legal proceedings. In addition, maintain accurate records and files; prepare a variety of records and reports as assigned. Use standard office equipment, including a computer in the performance of the work. May drive a personal or County vehicle in the course of the work or be capable of arranging for transportation to off-site locations in order to attend meetings and conduct other legal business. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Stand for prolonged periods of time. Speak in a clear and comprehensible manner. Hear and respond to questions posed. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Closing Date/Time: 8/24/2018 5:01 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Special Public Defender's Office in Las Vegas, Nevada, is seeking qualified applicants for the Investigator I/II position. The position will perform a variety of field service and legal investigative work involving defense and disposition of criminal matters in the Special Public Defender's Office and perform related work as assigned. Please note that this position may require occasional out-of-state travel. Investigator I: $44,969.60 - $69,659.20 InvestigatorII: $49,568.00 - $75,254.40 This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources. The Investigator I is a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the probationary period (520 hours worked to 2,080 hours worked) and the training program, which is up to two (2) years, the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Investigator II. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Investigator I (Special Public Defender) - Equivalent to an Associate's Degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice or related area AND two (2) years of full-time experience in performing criminal and/or civil investigation or in sworn law enforcement duties . Investigator II (Special Public Defender) - In addition to the above, one (1) year of full-time experience in performing criminal investigations in a public agency. NOTE: Some positions may require interpreting/translating Spanish speaking clients. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Discovers the location of witnesses and other persons involved in various legal situations by using various tracing methods such as contacting law enforcement agencies, utilities, credit services, other governmental agencies, friends and family members; takes statements from victims, witnesses, defendants and others connected to a specific case; requests, receives and reviews information regarding law enforcement investigations, including laboratory data, police reports, photographs and other materials pertinent to cases being investigated; analyze reports to identify relevant legal issues; locates and serves subpoenas, compelling orders, orders to show cause and other legal documentation to individuals, partnerships and corporations; conducts detailed, independent investigations under the direction of an attorney, to ensure that each assigned defendant is receiving fair treatment under the judicial system; transports individuals involved with cases and witnesses; records and maintains chain of evidence and transports to evidence storage location; photograph, sketch and reconstruct crime scenes; testifies in court as required; provides information to the public over the telephone and in person regarding rules and regulations relating to the investigative area to which assigned; maintains accurate records of cases and service; and prepares investigative and administrative reports as required. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its clients by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work. Drives a personal or County motor vehicle to visit sites under investigation and transport witnesses and others. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical public safety setting, including stamina to stand and/or walk for an extended period of time and operate a motor vehicle; strength to restrain and/or eject individuals; vision to use standard office equipment and to read printed materials including a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Accommodations may be made for some of the physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Closing Date/Time: 8/21/2018 5:01 PM Pacific
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Special Public Defender's Office in Las Vegas, Nevada, is seeking qualified applicants for the Investigator I/II position. The position will perform a variety of field service and legal investigative work involving defense and disposition of criminal matters in the Special Public Defender's Office and perform related work as assigned. Please note that this position may require occasional out-of-state travel. Investigator I: $44,969.60 - $69,659.20 InvestigatorII: $49,568.00 - $75,254.40 This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources. The Investigator I is a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the probationary period (520 hours worked to 2,080 hours worked) and the training program, which is up to two (2) years, the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Investigator II. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Investigator I (Special Public Defender) - Equivalent to an Associate's Degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice or related area AND two (2) years of full-time experience in performing criminal and/or civil investigation or in sworn law enforcement duties . Investigator II (Special Public Defender) - In addition to the above, one (1) year of full-time experience in performing criminal investigations in a public agency. NOTE: Some positions may require interpreting/translating Spanish speaking clients. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Discovers the location of witnesses and other persons involved in various legal situations by using various tracing methods such as contacting law enforcement agencies, utilities, credit services, other governmental agencies, friends and family members; takes statements from victims, witnesses, defendants and others connected to a specific case; requests, receives and reviews information regarding law enforcement investigations, including laboratory data, police reports, photographs and other materials pertinent to cases being investigated; analyze reports to identify relevant legal issues; locates and serves subpoenas, compelling orders, orders to show cause and other legal documentation to individuals, partnerships and corporations; conducts detailed, independent investigations under the direction of an attorney, to ensure that each assigned defendant is receiving fair treatment under the judicial system; transports individuals involved with cases and witnesses; records and maintains chain of evidence and transports to evidence storage location; photograph, sketch and reconstruct crime scenes; testifies in court as required; provides information to the public over the telephone and in person regarding rules and regulations relating to the investigative area to which assigned; maintains accurate records of cases and service; and prepares investigative and administrative reports as required. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its clients by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work. Drives a personal or County motor vehicle to visit sites under investigation and transport witnesses and others. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical public safety setting, including stamina to stand and/or walk for an extended period of time and operate a motor vehicle; strength to restrain and/or eject individuals; vision to use standard office equipment and to read printed materials including a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Accommodations may be made for some of the physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Closing Date/Time: 8/21/2018 5:01 PM Pacific
LAW OFFICES OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY ALTERNATE PUBLIC DEFENDER FILING START DATE February 2, 2016 @ 8:00 a.m. (Until the needs of the Service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice) EXAM NUMBER 7-2901-J TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity DEFINITION: Plans and conducts difficult criminal investigations to support the defense of persons represented by the Alternate Public Defender. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work in the Alternate Public Defender's Office under the technical and administrative direction of an Investigator III, Public Defender. Incumbents are assigned to conduct difficult investigations under basic investigation guidelines where they act independently analyzing evidence using a broad range of investigative techniques to develop basic or additional evidence support of the defense. Incumbents must possess skill in applying a thorough knowledge of investigative procedures, court and legal proceedings, interviewing, and obtaining information from various sources, both public and private. They must also possess a thorough knowledge of the California Penal Code, California Vehicle Code, and the rules of evidence. Essential Job Functions Plans and conducts investigations to support the defense in a wide variety of major adult and juvenile criminal cases such as those involving numerous defendants or multiple offenses. Examines the scene of the crime, locates and identifies material evidence, and records findings. Obtains information concerning the whereabouts of witnesses by interviewing employers, public agencies, families, neighbors, and others or by accessing a computerized data base; follows leads and locates witnesses by means of telephone inquiries and searches of directories, utility records, Department of Motor Vehicles records, and records of other organizations and other agencies. Interviews and obtains information from witnesses and determines whether there is sufficient basis for the witness to be subpoenaed for court testimony. Testifies in court as the investigator of record and makes subsequent in-trial investigations, as required. Prepares detailed reports of completed investigations to support the defense. Conducts a variety of other investigations including applicant employment verification with department, financial background of clients and persons applying for rehabilitation and pardon certificates as needed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I : Three years of full-time * investigative experience at the level of Los Angeles County class of Investigator I, Public Defender** OPTION II : Five years of law enforcement experience as a full-time* paid police officer as defined in Section 830.1 of the Penal Code of the State of California, one year of which must include criminal justice investigative experience. All qualifying experience must be within 10 years of the application date. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. Applicants will be required to provide a personal automobile and drive them in the County service at the rate of compensation allowed by the Board of Supervisors. PHYSICAL CLASS: 4 - Arduous: Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Physical Requirements : Applicants must be in good general physical condition, free from disease or defects that would interfere with the satisfactory performance of the duties of this position. Vision: (1) Acuity - At least 20/70 in each eye without correction, correctable to 20/30 in each eye. (2) Color perception - Anything other than minor hue impairment is disqualifying. Hearing : There may be no greater than a 25 dB loss in the better ear as averaged over the test frequencies of 500, 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz. There may not be a peak loss at any of the test frequencies greater than: 30 dB at 500 Hz 30 dB at 1000 Hz 40 dB at 2000 Hz 40 dB at 3000 Hz There may be no greater than a 35 dB loss in the worse ear as averaged over the test frequencies, and no peak loss greater than 45 dB at any of the test frequencies. In the case of a questionable, unusual, or borderline hearing loss, the applicant's record will be reviewed by the Occupational Health Service consultant in otolaryngology, who will make a recommendation as to the applicant's employability, and forward it to the Medical Director for final disposition. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of California criminal law. Excellent verbal communications and interpersonal skills. Comprehensive knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Internet Explorer, and LexisNexis. Additional Information SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : License Information : Successful applicants for this position will be required to obtain a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before being appointed. A copy of your driving record must be presented at the time of your appointment. License must not be suspended, restricted, or revoked. An applicant whose driving record shows four or more moving violations within the two years will not be appointed. * Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40-hour workweek. Work performed part-time will be prorated on a month-for-month basis. ** To qualify under Option I, the applicant must have experience at the level of Investigator I, Public Defender. Investigator I Public Defender is defined as : Conducts criminal investigations of limited scope and complexity to support the defense of persons represented by the Public Defender. EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an interview weighted 100%. The oral interview will assess education, training, experience, personal fitness and general ability to perform the duties of the position. Candidates must achieve a passing score 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. FINGERPRINTING AND SECURITY CLEARANCE : Before a final appointment is made to this position, successful candidates are subject to security clearance which includes to undergo and pass a thorough background investigation, including a Live Scan fingerprint search. An individual may be withheld from appointment, if he/she has a conviction record incompatible with the essential duties of the position for which he/she has applied. Any false statement or omission of material fact may cause forfeiture of employment rights. Information presented on employment applications, resumes and during the examination process is subject to verification. Example of disqualifying factors are : -Poor employment history -Any felony conviction or conviction of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude -Job related misdemeanor convictions -Certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations such as three (3) moving violations in one year or failure to appear. -Substance abuse VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the office of the Alternate Public Defender. Appointees for this position must be able and willing to work in any area of Los Angeles County and may be subject to transfer at any time. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible register in order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. Passing this examination and being placed on the eligible register does not guarantee an offer of employment. RETAKE PERIOD: No person may compete for this examination more than once every six (6) months. Applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: All applicants are required to submit a standard County of Los Angeles Employment Application online (via NEOGOV electronic submission) ONLY. Applications submitted by US Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. To Apply for this examination, click on the "Apply" tab located on the top right corner of the screen. Your application must be submitted electronically by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing. Visit the NEOGOV website at https:www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the 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, 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 applications is incomplete it will be rejected. All information is subject to verification. This exam may close at any time without prior notice. We may reject your application at any time during the selection process. ATTACHMENT: Applicants may upload required or additional documents (i.e. copy of degree, certification, etc.) as attachments at the time of filing. If you are unable to attach the required and/or additional documents at the time of filing, you may email them to mcordero@apd.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of online filing. Please include the exam number and the exam title in the subject line. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: 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 LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their 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 Name: Maria Cordero Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-8244 Department Contact Email: mcordero@apd.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 974-8244 Teletype Phone: (213) 974-0911 California Relay Services Phone:(800)735-2922 Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
LAW OFFICES OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY ALTERNATE PUBLIC DEFENDER FILING START DATE February 2, 2016 @ 8:00 a.m. (Until the needs of the Service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice) EXAM NUMBER 7-2901-J TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity DEFINITION: Plans and conducts difficult criminal investigations to support the defense of persons represented by the Alternate Public Defender. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class work in the Alternate Public Defender's Office under the technical and administrative direction of an Investigator III, Public Defender. Incumbents are assigned to conduct difficult investigations under basic investigation guidelines where they act independently analyzing evidence using a broad range of investigative techniques to develop basic or additional evidence support of the defense. Incumbents must possess skill in applying a thorough knowledge of investigative procedures, court and legal proceedings, interviewing, and obtaining information from various sources, both public and private. They must also possess a thorough knowledge of the California Penal Code, California Vehicle Code, and the rules of evidence. Essential Job Functions Plans and conducts investigations to support the defense in a wide variety of major adult and juvenile criminal cases such as those involving numerous defendants or multiple offenses. Examines the scene of the crime, locates and identifies material evidence, and records findings. Obtains information concerning the whereabouts of witnesses by interviewing employers, public agencies, families, neighbors, and others or by accessing a computerized data base; follows leads and locates witnesses by means of telephone inquiries and searches of directories, utility records, Department of Motor Vehicles records, and records of other organizations and other agencies. Interviews and obtains information from witnesses and determines whether there is sufficient basis for the witness to be subpoenaed for court testimony. Testifies in court as the investigator of record and makes subsequent in-trial investigations, as required. Prepares detailed reports of completed investigations to support the defense. Conducts a variety of other investigations including applicant employment verification with department, financial background of clients and persons applying for rehabilitation and pardon certificates as needed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I : Three years of full-time * investigative experience at the level of Los Angeles County class of Investigator I, Public Defender** OPTION II : Five years of law enforcement experience as a full-time* paid police officer as defined in Section 830.1 of the Penal Code of the State of California, one year of which must include criminal justice investigative experience. All qualifying experience must be within 10 years of the application date. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. Applicants will be required to provide a personal automobile and drive them in the County service at the rate of compensation allowed by the Board of Supervisors. PHYSICAL CLASS: 4 - Arduous: Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Physical Requirements : Applicants must be in good general physical condition, free from disease or defects that would interfere with the satisfactory performance of the duties of this position. Vision: (1) Acuity - At least 20/70 in each eye without correction, correctable to 20/30 in each eye. (2) Color perception - Anything other than minor hue impairment is disqualifying. Hearing : There may be no greater than a 25 dB loss in the better ear as averaged over the test frequencies of 500, 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz. There may not be a peak loss at any of the test frequencies greater than: 30 dB at 500 Hz 30 dB at 1000 Hz 40 dB at 2000 Hz 40 dB at 3000 Hz There may be no greater than a 35 dB loss in the worse ear as averaged over the test frequencies, and no peak loss greater than 45 dB at any of the test frequencies. In the case of a questionable, unusual, or borderline hearing loss, the applicant's record will be reviewed by the Occupational Health Service consultant in otolaryngology, who will make a recommendation as to the applicant's employability, and forward it to the Medical Director for final disposition. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of California criminal law. Excellent verbal communications and interpersonal skills. Comprehensive knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Internet Explorer, and LexisNexis. Additional Information SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : License Information : Successful applicants for this position will be required to obtain a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before being appointed. A copy of your driving record must be presented at the time of your appointment. License must not be suspended, restricted, or revoked. An applicant whose driving record shows four or more moving violations within the two years will not be appointed. * Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40-hour workweek. Work performed part-time will be prorated on a month-for-month basis. ** To qualify under Option I, the applicant must have experience at the level of Investigator I, Public Defender. Investigator I Public Defender is defined as : Conducts criminal investigations of limited scope and complexity to support the defense of persons represented by the Public Defender. EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an interview weighted 100%. The oral interview will assess education, training, experience, personal fitness and general ability to perform the duties of the position. Candidates must achieve a passing score 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. FINGERPRINTING AND SECURITY CLEARANCE : Before a final appointment is made to this position, successful candidates are subject to security clearance which includes to undergo and pass a thorough background investigation, including a Live Scan fingerprint search. An individual may be withheld from appointment, if he/she has a conviction record incompatible with the essential duties of the position for which he/she has applied. Any false statement or omission of material fact may cause forfeiture of employment rights. Information presented on employment applications, resumes and during the examination process is subject to verification. Example of disqualifying factors are : -Poor employment history -Any felony conviction or conviction of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude -Job related misdemeanor convictions -Certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations such as three (3) moving violations in one year or failure to appear. -Substance abuse VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the office of the Alternate Public Defender. Appointees for this position must be able and willing to work in any area of Los Angeles County and may be subject to transfer at any time. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION : Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible register in order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. Passing this examination and being placed on the eligible register does not guarantee an offer of employment. RETAKE PERIOD: No person may compete for this examination more than once every six (6) months. Applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: All applicants are required to submit a standard County of Los Angeles Employment Application online (via NEOGOV electronic submission) ONLY. Applications submitted by US Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. To Apply for this examination, click on the "Apply" tab located on the top right corner of the screen. Your application must be submitted electronically by 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing. Visit the NEOGOV website at https:www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the 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, 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 applications is incomplete it will be rejected. All information is subject to verification. This exam may close at any time without prior notice. We may reject your application at any time during the selection process. ATTACHMENT: Applicants may upload required or additional documents (i.e. copy of degree, certification, etc.) as attachments at the time of filing. If you are unable to attach the required and/or additional documents at the time of filing, you may email them to mcordero@apd.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of online filing. Please include the exam number and the exam title in the subject line. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: 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 LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their 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 Name: Maria Cordero Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-8244 Department Contact Email: mcordero@apd.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 974-8244 Teletype Phone: (213) 974-0911 California Relay Services Phone:(800)735-2922 Closing Date/Time:
Law Office of Los Angeles County PUBLIC DEFENDER EXAM NUMBER: L2161E FILING DATES: JANUARY 1, 2009 until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: DEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY Restricted to permanent employees of the Office of the Public Defender who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. Current employees in the unclassified service who meet the following criteria also qualify to participate in this exam: Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service. Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service at the time of filing or by the last day of filing. VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE: Experience gained in a position performing similar kinds of work which provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this higher level position will be accepted. Experience claimed will be verified and evaluated to determine if the type, level or length of experience is qualifying. Applicants must supply sufficient information for this evaluation to be made. Applicants claiming such experience in County service must present at the time of filing, written proof of this experience in a Verification of Experience Letter approved by their department's Human Resources Manager or higher level designee. Credit will only be given for qualifying experience to meet the selection requirements only. WITHHOLD INFORMATION Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six (6) months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. DEFINITION Under general supervision, performs difficult and complex legal clerical work in a County law office. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this journey-level class are found in the offices of the District Attorney, Public Defender, Alternate Public Defender, Child Support Services, and County Counsel and are responsible for providing a full range of legal clerical services for attorneys engaged in the practice of criminal or civil law. Incumbents work under general supervision and are required to use independent judgment and to possess a working knowledge of legal terminology, legal procedures and various legal forms and documents and their processing. Essential Job Functions Types from handwritten drafts, tapes, or verbal instruction various legal documents such as briefs, complaints, contracts, investigation reports, motions, legislation, opinions, petitions, points and authorities, subpoenas, warrants, letters, memos and other documents as required. Processes various legal documents by preparing forms with complete and accurate information extracted from various sources, obtaining necessary signatures, attaching required addenda, and ensuring the complete document is received by or filed with the appropriate parties within statutory time limits. Obtains, by telephone or correspondence, additional necessary information such as CII rap sheets, proof of prior convictions, proof of subpoena service, doctors' and laboratory reports, and probation reports. Prepares routine correspondence on own initiative such as transmittal letters, letters regarding extensions, notifications of depositions, agreed medical examiner letter, and appointment verifications. Contacts judges, court commissioners, attorneys, court clerks, witnesses, doctors, governmental agencies, and other County departments to obtain and confirm information or to arrange medical appointments, depositions, hearings, etc. Maintains case status records and files by posting court actions and court dates to electronic databases or other media, calendars, index cards, and file jackets; files cases prior to next court appearance dates or closes files. Screens and routes telephone calls; furnishes information to the public, attorneys, and authorized law enforcement personnel over the telephone or at a counter in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures regarding the release of confidential information. Performs general office duties such as filing, ordering and maintaining office supplies, opening and distributing mail, compiling data for reports, and keeping logs and date books. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS Two years of specialized office clerical experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Legal Office Support Assistant I* or higher involving the preparation and processing of various legal documents, forms, and correspondence requiring knowledge of legal terminology. This experience must have been gained in a law office working for attorneys engaged in the practice of criminal law. All qualifying experience must have been gained as a permanent full-time employee of the County of Los Angeles. Typing Rate: 40 net words per minute.** 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. 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. SPECIALTY REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *A Legal Office Support Assistant in the County of Los Angeles is defined as performing legal clerical work in a County law office with minimal instruction. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT The Examination will consist of two (2) parts: PART I: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information weighted 50%; PART II: An Appraisal of Promotability (AP) weighted 50% will evaluate: Knowledge and Skills; Verbal and Written Communication; Adaptability; Work Habits and Attitudes; Problem Solving; and Personal and Public Relations. **Typewriting Skill/Test: A qualifying performance typing test of 40 net words per minute will be administered to candidates who have not held a typing position in the service of the County of Los Angeles. Candidates will be allowed three (3) opportunities to pass the typing test. Successful candidates will receive a typing certificate which may be used for future examinations that require a typing test. The following candidates are not required to take the Count typing test: Those candidates who currently hold or have held a typing position in the service of the County of Los Angeles within the past five (5) years, or Those candidates who have taken a Los Angeles County typing performance test at 40 net words per minute administered by a County department within the past five (5) years. (Applicants must attach a copy of their typing certificate to their application.) Only certificates issued by a Los Angeles County Department and the Department of Human Resources will be accepted. Candidates must achieve passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the exam in order to be placed on the eligible register. Vacancy Information The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Office of the Public Defender. Appointees to this position must be able and willing to work in any of Los Angeles County and may be subject to transfer at any time. Eligibility Information The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in this examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. Passing this examination and being placed on the eligible register does not guarantee an offer of employment. RETAKE: NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. AVAILABLE SHIFT Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. We must receive your application and additional documents, if any, by 5:00 p.m., PST, by the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Note: If you are unable to attach required documents, you may fax them to (213) 633-5032 or email them to rcruz@pubdef.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or by 5 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing, whichever comes first. Please include exam number and exam title. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the web site. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Fill out your application and Job Specific Questionnaire (if any) completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection 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, 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. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: 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 internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. California Relay Service Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Email: aguerrero@pubdef.lacounty.gov Department Contact Name: Ramon Cruz Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-2960 Department Contact Email: rcruz@pubdef.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
Law Office of Los Angeles County PUBLIC DEFENDER EXAM NUMBER: L2161E FILING DATES: JANUARY 1, 2009 until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure at any time without prior notice. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: DEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY Restricted to permanent employees of the Office of the Public Defender who have successfully completed their initial probationary period. Current employees in the unclassified service who meet the following criteria also qualify to participate in this exam: Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service. Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service at the time of filing or by the last day of filing. VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE: Experience gained in a position performing similar kinds of work which provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this higher level position will be accepted. Experience claimed will be verified and evaluated to determine if the type, level or length of experience is qualifying. Applicants must supply sufficient information for this evaluation to be made. Applicants claiming such experience in County service must present at the time of filing, written proof of this experience in a Verification of Experience Letter approved by their department's Human Resources Manager or higher level designee. Credit will only be given for qualifying experience to meet the selection requirements only. WITHHOLD INFORMATION Permanent employees who have completed their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this examination if they are within six (6) months of meeting the experience requirements by the last day of filing. DEFINITION Under general supervision, performs difficult and complex legal clerical work in a County law office. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this journey-level class are found in the offices of the District Attorney, Public Defender, Alternate Public Defender, Child Support Services, and County Counsel and are responsible for providing a full range of legal clerical services for attorneys engaged in the practice of criminal or civil law. Incumbents work under general supervision and are required to use independent judgment and to possess a working knowledge of legal terminology, legal procedures and various legal forms and documents and their processing. Essential Job Functions Types from handwritten drafts, tapes, or verbal instruction various legal documents such as briefs, complaints, contracts, investigation reports, motions, legislation, opinions, petitions, points and authorities, subpoenas, warrants, letters, memos and other documents as required. Processes various legal documents by preparing forms with complete and accurate information extracted from various sources, obtaining necessary signatures, attaching required addenda, and ensuring the complete document is received by or filed with the appropriate parties within statutory time limits. Obtains, by telephone or correspondence, additional necessary information such as CII rap sheets, proof of prior convictions, proof of subpoena service, doctors' and laboratory reports, and probation reports. Prepares routine correspondence on own initiative such as transmittal letters, letters regarding extensions, notifications of depositions, agreed medical examiner letter, and appointment verifications. Contacts judges, court commissioners, attorneys, court clerks, witnesses, doctors, governmental agencies, and other County departments to obtain and confirm information or to arrange medical appointments, depositions, hearings, etc. Maintains case status records and files by posting court actions and court dates to electronic databases or other media, calendars, index cards, and file jackets; files cases prior to next court appearance dates or closes files. Screens and routes telephone calls; furnishes information to the public, attorneys, and authorized law enforcement personnel over the telephone or at a counter in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures regarding the release of confidential information. Performs general office duties such as filing, ordering and maintaining office supplies, opening and distributing mail, compiling data for reports, and keeping logs and date books. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS Two years of specialized office clerical experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Legal Office Support Assistant I* or higher involving the preparation and processing of various legal documents, forms, and correspondence requiring knowledge of legal terminology. This experience must have been gained in a law office working for attorneys engaged in the practice of criminal law. All qualifying experience must have been gained as a permanent full-time employee of the County of Los Angeles. Typing Rate: 40 net words per minute.** 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. 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. SPECIALTY REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *A Legal Office Support Assistant in the County of Los Angeles is defined as performing legal clerical work in a County law office with minimal instruction. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT The Examination will consist of two (2) parts: PART I: An evaluation of training and experience based upon application information weighted 50%; PART II: An Appraisal of Promotability (AP) weighted 50% will evaluate: Knowledge and Skills; Verbal and Written Communication; Adaptability; Work Habits and Attitudes; Problem Solving; and Personal and Public Relations. **Typewriting Skill/Test: A qualifying performance typing test of 40 net words per minute will be administered to candidates who have not held a typing position in the service of the County of Los Angeles. Candidates will be allowed three (3) opportunities to pass the typing test. Successful candidates will receive a typing certificate which may be used for future examinations that require a typing test. The following candidates are not required to take the Count typing test: Those candidates who currently hold or have held a typing position in the service of the County of Los Angeles within the past five (5) years, or Those candidates who have taken a Los Angeles County typing performance test at 40 net words per minute administered by a County department within the past five (5) years. (Applicants must attach a copy of their typing certificate to their application.) Only certificates issued by a Los Angeles County Department and the Department of Human Resources will be accepted. Candidates must achieve passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the exam in order to be placed on the eligible register. Vacancy Information The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Office of the Public Defender. Appointees to this position must be able and willing to work in any of Los Angeles County and may be subject to transfer at any time. Eligibility Information The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in this examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. Passing this examination and being placed on the eligible register does not guarantee an offer of employment. RETAKE: NO PERSON MAY COMPETE FOR THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. AVAILABLE SHIFT Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. We must receive your application and additional documents, if any, by 5:00 p.m., PST, by the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Note: If you are unable to attach required documents, you may fax them to (213) 633-5032 or email them to rcruz@pubdef.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online or by 5 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing, whichever comes first. Please include exam number and exam title. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the web site. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Fill out your application and Job Specific Questionnaire (if any) completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection 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, 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. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: 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 internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. California Relay Service Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Email: aguerrero@pubdef.lacounty.gov Department Contact Name: Ramon Cruz Department Contact Phone: (213) 974-2960 Department Contact Email: rcruz@pubdef.lacounty.gov Closing Date/Time:
LOS ANGELES COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE Departmental Promotional Opportunity (Restricted to permanent employees of the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office who have successfully completed their initial probationary period.) THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD ANDUPDATE SALARY INFORMATION. THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES THE BULLETIN POSTED ON 08/07/15. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST12 MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. THE INFORMATION MUST INCLUDE YOUR NAME, THE CORRECT EXAMINATION TITLE, AND NUMBER. FILING START DATE: 01/05/2016, 8:00 am P.S.T.AND WILL REMAINUNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAMINATION NUMBER A9272A POSITION INFORMATION Positions allocable to this class are characterized by the performance of the legal tasks involved in representing the people of the State of California in prosecuting a wide variety of misdemeanor cases or the less difficult felony cases of the District Attorney. Essential Job Functions Prepares and prosecutes the more difficult misdemeanor cases taken to trial (e.g., driving under the influence, domestic violence, child neglect). Prepares and prosecutes felony cases of average difficulty in a department of the Superior Court (e.g., possession of a controlled substance, burglary, forgery, auto theft). Prepares and conducts difficult preliminary hearings of felony cases. Conducts negotiations with defense attorneys regarding the disposition of a case. Confers with witnesses, law enforcement officers, defense attorneys, and other interested parties regarding cases. Prepares and presents felony and misdemeanor cases against minors in juvenile court. Advises investigators and law enforcement officers on the legal phases of their work. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS One year's experience practicing criminal law for the County of Los Angeles as a Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney I*. *To qualify, employees must have the status in the class of Deputy District Attorney I by holding the payroll title in the service of the County of Los Angeles for the required time. NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED. Additional Information Physical Class II: 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. Licenses: Admission to practice law in California. 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. Withhold: Permanent employees who are within six (6) months of meeting the experience requirement by the last day of filing or completing their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this. However, their names will be withheld from the eligible register until the qualifying experience requirement is fully met. LOCATION AND SHIFT REQUIREMENTS: You must be willing and able to work in any area of Los Angeles County. You must be willing and able to work on any shift, including evenings, nights, and weekends. EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of two weighted parts: 1.A Rating from Record weighted 50%. The Rating from Recordwill evaluate your relevant work experience as noted on your online application. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the Rating from Record in order to proceed to the Appraisal of Promotability (AP) portion of the exam. 2.An AP weighted 50%. The APwill evaluate professional knowledge and skills; adaptability and dependability; prosecutorial ethics; work skills and productivity; and interpersonal skills. 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. Retake: No person may compete in this examination more than once every 12 months. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. Eligibility Information: The names of the candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of 12 months following the date of promulgation. Although the Selection Requirements and Promotional Requirements call for the completion of one year's experience as a DDA I, you should apply for this examination within one week of receiving your probationary report indicating that you have successfully passed the probationary period. In order to demonstrate that you are qualified to compete in the examination, you must complete and submit your employment application online. On the online application, under the Work Experience section, the only experience you need to briefly describe is your experience as a DDA I. Please provide complete information, including the date you were hired, the hours worked per week, and salary information. If your application is not filled out properly and completely, your application will be deemed incomplete. Promotions may be delayed for employees who do not submit their applications timely or with complete information. APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Note: If you are unable to attach documents (if any), you may submit them via email or fax to exams@da.lacounty.gov or (213) 633-0904, within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Please include the exam title and exam number. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applications must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000000000, 111111111, 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 OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Available Shift: Any Available Area: Any Department Contact Name: Karen Ramirez Department Contact Phone: (213) 257-2700 Department Contact Email: exams@da.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 257-2700 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2929 Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 Closing Date/Time:
Aug 08, 2018
Full Time
LOS ANGELES COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE Departmental Promotional Opportunity (Restricted to permanent employees of the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office who have successfully completed their initial probationary period.) THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD ANDUPDATE SALARY INFORMATION. THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES THE BULLETIN POSTED ON 08/07/15. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST12 MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. THE INFORMATION MUST INCLUDE YOUR NAME, THE CORRECT EXAMINATION TITLE, AND NUMBER. FILING START DATE: 01/05/2016, 8:00 am P.S.T.AND WILL REMAINUNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. EXAMINATION NUMBER A9272A POSITION INFORMATION Positions allocable to this class are characterized by the performance of the legal tasks involved in representing the people of the State of California in prosecuting a wide variety of misdemeanor cases or the less difficult felony cases of the District Attorney. Essential Job Functions Prepares and prosecutes the more difficult misdemeanor cases taken to trial (e.g., driving under the influence, domestic violence, child neglect). Prepares and prosecutes felony cases of average difficulty in a department of the Superior Court (e.g., possession of a controlled substance, burglary, forgery, auto theft). Prepares and conducts difficult preliminary hearings of felony cases. Conducts negotiations with defense attorneys regarding the disposition of a case. Confers with witnesses, law enforcement officers, defense attorneys, and other interested parties regarding cases. Prepares and presents felony and misdemeanor cases against minors in juvenile court. Advises investigators and law enforcement officers on the legal phases of their work. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS One year's experience practicing criminal law for the County of Los Angeles as a Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney I*. *To qualify, employees must have the status in the class of Deputy District Attorney I by holding the payroll title in the service of the County of Los Angeles for the required time. NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED. Additional Information Physical Class II: 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. Licenses: Admission to practice law in California. 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. Withhold: Permanent employees who are within six (6) months of meeting the experience requirement by the last day of filing or completing their initial probationary period and hold a qualifying payroll title may file for this. However, their names will be withheld from the eligible register until the qualifying experience requirement is fully met. LOCATION AND SHIFT REQUIREMENTS: You must be willing and able to work in any area of Los Angeles County. You must be willing and able to work on any shift, including evenings, nights, and weekends. EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of two weighted parts: 1.A Rating from Record weighted 50%. The Rating from Recordwill evaluate your relevant work experience as noted on your online application. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the Rating from Record in order to proceed to the Appraisal of Promotability (AP) portion of the exam. 2.An AP weighted 50%. The APwill evaluate professional knowledge and skills; adaptability and dependability; prosecutorial ethics; work skills and productivity; and interpersonal skills. 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. Retake: No person may compete in this examination more than once every 12 months. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. Eligibility Information: The names of the candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of 12 months following the date of promulgation. Although the Selection Requirements and Promotional Requirements call for the completion of one year's experience as a DDA I, you should apply for this examination within one week of receiving your probationary report indicating that you have successfully passed the probationary period. In order to demonstrate that you are qualified to compete in the examination, you must complete and submit your employment application online. On the online application, under the Work Experience section, the only experience you need to briefly describe is your experience as a DDA I. Please provide complete information, including the date you were hired, the hours worked per week, and salary information. If your application is not filled out properly and completely, your application will be deemed incomplete. Promotions may be delayed for employees who do not submit their applications timely or with complete information. APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site. Note: If you are unable to attach documents (if any), you may submit them via email or fax to exams@da.lacounty.gov or (213) 633-0904, within 15 calendar days from the application filing date. Please include the exam title and exam number. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applications must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000000000, 111111111, 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 OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Available Shift: Any Available Area: Any Department Contact Name: Karen Ramirez Department Contact Phone: (213) 257-2700 Department Contact Email: exams@da.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 257-2700 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2929 Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 Closing Date/Time:
