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This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to 25 hours a week. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Perform electronic and manual security/weapons screening at County and non-County contract entry door facilities. Monitor access to assigned facilities. Patrol and inspect an assigned area, generally on foot; controls access to County and/or contracted non-County property by ensuring evidence of proper authorization and identification. Perform escort and security of inmates in hospital, mental health and other clinical situations. Perform security of overlook stations of inmate break yard. Ensure safety of nursing and medical staff. Maintain security post; maintains radio communications with supervisor, law enforcement and correctional officer staff. Monitor video surveillance cameras and security alarms as related to facility access doors. Notify proper authorities of suspicious behavior of visitors or inmates. Serve at a fixed post in an assigned County, Courts, or contracted non-County building or facility. Protect persons and property to prevent the concealment of any improper goods, weapons, or property of any kind. Minimum Qualifications: Special Requirements: Be at least 18 years of age upon appointment; pass Sheriff Department background investigation; within six months of employment successfully complete a training course administered by the Sheriff Department in self-defense; restraint; pepper spray; and impact weapons for self-defense. If upon appointment the applicant does not possess PC 832, they must successfully complete PC 832 within one year of appointment. Education: Graduation from high school or successful completion of GED; higher education preferred. Experience: Law Enforcement, Corrections or military experience preferred. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both Full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra-Help pay is $17.87 per hour. Please Note: This is a county wide recruitment and various departments may use this list to hire. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Opens, verifies, balances, and adjusts accounts and other financial records requiring the use of independent judgment. Posts, assembles, tabulates, and compares financial data; makes arithmetical calculations. Maintains ledger accounts, including balancing, checking, and correcting irregularities. receives money and maintains records of receipts; Prepares journal entries and reconciles various fiscal records and documents. Receives financial documents. Screens for accuracy and adherence to legal and procedural requirements. Maintains departmental expenditure records and assigns costs to proper accounts or funds. Makes computations and changes to financial data, applying standard formulas and using predetermined guides. Assembles financial or statistical data from a variety of sources and prepares or assists in the preparation of financial or complex statistical reports. May contact other governmental agencies and County personnel to discuss financial records and transactions. Operates a variety of office machines including the typewriter, adding machine, calculator, word processor and personal computer. Does variety of typing and filing. Calculates payroll and payroll withholding. Prepares summaries of withholding categories and balances payroll. Resolves payroll discrepancies. Prepares periodic reports of payroll withholdings by category. Explains personnel rules and regulations as requested to employees in the department Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Two (2) years of experience in general clerical, clerical accounting, typing work at a level comparable to the Account Clerk II level. One (1) year of college or business school training may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Provide outstanding customer service. Develop and prepare long-range studies for planning policy formulation, including amendment and revision of the County General Plan and other plans. Recommends land use and development policies and assists in developing or revising ordinances. Interpret and effectively explain the basic zoning, building, environmental health and related codes and procedures to obtain the permits to develop and/or build on a parcel. Research permit and development history on parcels proposed for development. Provide accurate and current information to contractors, engineers, developers, homeowners and the general public concerning parcel status, code requirements and the development permit process. Perform business process analysis and recommend changes to policies and procedures to improve the development review process. Serve as a liaison for the Community and Economic Development Department with other departments, divisions and outside agencies, negotiate and resolve significant and controversial land use issues. Serve as system administrator for the County's permitting and licensing function; train internal and external users, perform troubleshooting, and resolve software/hardware issues with Information Technology staff; regularly evaluate, advise, design, update, and implement new configurations for the permitting/licensing system/process to improve customer service, productivity, and efficiency while ensuring regulatory compliance; serve as liaison between the permitting and licensing software function and the Information Technology Department. Assist the public in preparing accurate and complete permit applications. Conduct preliminary review of site plans, construction plans, design drawings, calculations, and other application documents for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with applicable codes using approved checklists and guidelines. May conduct inspection of sites to ensure compliance with the General Plan and Zoning Codes. Coordinate with other organizations to calculate permit fees and fee estimates for a variety of development and construction projects using approved formulas and guidelines. Route complete applications to the appropriate division(s) for review and track permits through workflow to ensure timely completion. Assist with the facilitation of over-the-counter permits and ensure that building, planning and environmental health permits have beenreceived and cleared. Train and monitor subordinate staff on computerized and technical equipment and software programs used in the daily functions of the County's One-Stop Permit Center. Conduct routine or follow-up field inspections for the Department of Community & Economic Development programs as assigned. Perform a full range of support functions including making copies, accepting cash, checks, and credit cards as forms of payment. Recording all financial transactions and issuing receipts to customers. Collating and distributing informational hand-outs and other materials. Maintain, track and update department permit records, files, lists, and other information as necessary. Participate in scheduled One-Stop Permit Center staff meetings and discussions. Prepare correspondence, reports, forms, maps, and other documents. Provide training and lead supervision to subordinate professional staff. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Five (5) years of demonstrated experience working with a minimum of three (3) of the four (4) following: local government planning, building codes, environmental health organizations and/or the fire code, including two (2) years experience in a supervisory/management capacity. Education: Equivalent to a four (4) year degree from an accredited college or university with themajor course work in planning, architecture, public administration, or a related field. (Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.) Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Please Note: This is an at-will class under the direction of and serves at the pleasure of the District Attorney. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Directs assigned division in the judicial functions of the District Attorney Office. Makes divisional determinations regarding prosecution/preparation of cases for trial. Directs staff in preliminary hearings, jury trials and various other judicial hearings. Acts as a legal coordinator on laws affecting criminal prosecution, consumer fraud, family law and death penalty appeals. May work with the Attorney General's office on death penalty appeals and petitions for writ of habeas corpus. May try cases in the Superior and Appellate courts including death penalty cases. Reviews prison packages and prior records of defendants for three-strike enhancement. Directs divisional development of programs, procedures and policies. Directs and administers the training and development of assigned staff. May act for the District Attorney in his absence. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: One (1) year of experience as a Supervising Deputy District Attorney with Merced County or its equivalent in other counties. OR Two (2) years of experience as a Deputy District Attorney IV with Merced County or its equivalent in other counties. OR Six (6) years of experience in the practice of law with two (2) years in a supervisory capacity over other attorneys. Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited law school. Licenses: Active membership in the State bar of California. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Please note: This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to 25 hours a week. Application Deadline: Continuous Recruitmentsthat note continuous under the closing date are subject to close at any time. Applications will not be accepted after a continuous recruitment is closed. To be considered for this position you must use a Merit System application or apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/ To view the job description, please click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/jobs/2457366/legal-clerk-ii-extra-help Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Please Note: Extra-Help employees are not entitled to County benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Under close supervision, will work with licensed Agricultural Commissioner staff to assist with program duties in agricultural programs including pest exclusion, pest detection, pesticide use enforcement, pest management, F & V standardization, direct marketing, crop statistics, and other programs related to the agricultural commissioner's responsibilities. Data entry and completion of reports; assist with issuance of permits and certificates. Assist with record keeping. Assist with inspection of pesticide applicators, pest control businesses, farm labor contractors, certified farmers' market producers, commodities, nursery stock, insect detection traps. Assist with education and assistance to growers, the agricultural industry, and the public. Assist with sample collection of pesticide residue samples, phytosanitary inspection samples, biocontrol samples, insect samples, plant samples, etc. Other duties as assigned. Desirable Qualifications: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Skills. Basic office equipment skills and knowledge. Desirable Education: Course work in the following disciplines: Agricultural Science Biological Science Chemical Science Physical Science Mathematics Statistics Position is with the Agricultural Commissioner's Office. Must be at least 18 years old. Please consider the Supplemental Questions before applying. Successful applicants will be required to meet and work at the Agricultural Commissioner's office located at 2139 Wardrobe Ave. in Merced, with possible travel to various locations throughout the county. Flexible hours -- half days are acceptable. Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 31000.11 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by answering the supplemental question on this recruitment. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to 25 hours a week. Desirable Experience : Experience in peace officer background investigations and/or internal affairs investigations. Completion of internal affairs investigations course. Desirable Education : Graduation from a four (4) year accredited college or university with a degree inCriminology, Public Administration, Psychology, or Sociology. Desirable Certificates : California Penal Code Section 832 requirements regarding arrest, search, and seizure. Possess and maintain a Board of Corrections Certificate for Deputy Probation Officer Core Training, and evidence of continued compliance with annual training requirements. Training and background which will meet the requirements of California Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Supervise and manage staff as required. Plan, design and implement systems. Modify existing systems in response to changes in the County's operational environment and/or regulatory changes. Act as liaison with other departments affected by systems changes. Provide system specifications and monitors the testing of the new or revised programs. Recommend changes to County policies and procedures if necessary to optimize the efficiencies of the Department's services. Perform all duties required to complete assigned project or systems changes. These duties may include but are not limited to: general administrative, fiscal, program, and data processing system analysis. Gather, tabulate, and analyze data. Interview and consult with departmental officials, employees and others to give and receive information. Provide training and technical assistance to other staff. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: At least five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the system for which the specific department is requesting. Education: Formal, advanced educational training in system of expertise is highly desirable. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Transcribes and certifies official Board of Supervisors Meetings minutes, resolutions and ordinances, meetings of Assessment Appeals Board, California County Tobacco Securitization Agency, Claims Board and IHSS Public Authority. Prepares Board of Supervisors Meetings packets. Also distributes Board of Supervisors' Agenda /Board Minute Orders to departments, organizations and interested persons. Researches actions and policy decisions made by the Board. Also prepares and finalizes Board Agenda Items. Maintains official records of Board appointed Commissions, Committees and Boards (BCC). Independently prepares correspondence, reports and memos as requested per Board Official Action, Board members and/or CEO. Maintains the official listing of elected and appointed positions for Special Districts throughout the County. Processes constituent requests and responds to constituent problems and concerns. Researches and completes Request for Public Access of Records as filed with County. Review Assessment Appeals Board (AAB) Applications for completeness and process as appropriate. Also prepares AAB agendas and provides notice to Applicants/Assessor/Auditor and Agent/Attorneys as required by Revenue and Taxation Code. Reviews all original ordinances on file for completion and accuracy as required by law. Publish public hearing notices as required by law in the adjudicated newspapers; Handle travel arrangements for Board members and process documentation required for travel expenses and reimbursement. Prepare notices to appropriate individuals in compliance with FPPC Rules and Regulations and maintain official records of FPPC filings and coordinate notifications with FPPC as required. Process Summons/Complaints and Claims for Damages against the County of Merced. Acts as Lead Clerks to provide training to other staff in Office. Also oversees staff's workload based on deadlines and needs of existing projects. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Level I Four (4) years of increasingly responsible general clerical, stenographic, or secretarial experience. (Formal training in secretarial skills through a Business or Community College may be substituted for the required experience on a year for year basis). Level II Five (5) years of increasingly responsible clerical, stenographic, or secretarial experience, including at least one (1) year performing duties comparable to those of a Deputy Board Clerk I in Merced County. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Position Information Under general supervision, to perform specialized and responsible clerical work involving knowledge of legal terminology and procedures; to prepare, accept and/or process legal documents; to provide information and assistance to the public; and perform related work. Legal Clerk I is the entry level and Legal Clerk II is the journey-level in the Legal Clerk series. Legal Clerk I incumbents work under close supervision and are assigned routine tasks related to the processing of legal documents, are trained to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Legal Clerk II and become familiar with legal terminology and processes pertinent to a particular department. Legal Clerk II incumbents perform the complex legal clerical tasks related to the processing of legal documents, assignment of duties require knowledge of legal terminology, proper procedures and regulations, and court procedures or recordable documents. Legal Clerk II incumbents exercise initiative and independent judgment and initiative within a range of alternatives and must be knowledgeable of departmental policies and procedures. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Checks and reviews a variety of information and documents for completeness and conformance with established regulations and procedures. Types various legal documents. Gathers, prepares and maintains necessary information in Court. Prepares and microfilms all "allowed" files and documents. Boxes, labels, and maintains filmed documents. Enters information into a video display terminal. Processes various legal documents including court order, reports, and correspondence. Reviews information and documents for conformance with applicable regulations and procedures. Determines, collects, and records various fees for filing or other services. Records funds received and make deposits. Advises on proper procedures and forms for filing. Determines what notice is required and to whom notice is to be given in various filings and prepares and sends out or posts notices. Writes correspondence related to legal filing and legal processes. Determines and collects fees. Maintains control sheets and processes billings for fees charges. Performs financing statements searches. Insures that documents are properly signed, dated, notarized and are legible. Issues marriage licenses and passport applications. Performs civil marriage ceremonies. Registers notary public. Files, records and certifies documents relative to notary publics. Performs loyalty oaths and official appointments for County employees. Records and posts California Environmental Quality Act documents. Knowledge of: Legal terminology, phraseology, and procedures used in preparing or recording work. Common legal documents related to the assigned department. Provisions of any legal codes applicable to the work in the assigned office. Laws and regulations governing public access and use of information and records maintained. Document indexing systems and related statutes pertaining to document recording. Business English, including vocabulary, correct grammatical usage, and punctuation. Modern office methods and procedures. Ability to: Learn/Perform responsible legal clerical work with speed, accuracy and minimal supervising. Level II incumbents perform the complex and difficult clerical work. Learn/Interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the assigned office. Learn/Analyze a variety of legal documents accurately, finding errors and explaining necessary corrections. Make arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others. Follow oral and written instructions. Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records and reports and devise improvements as necessary. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Frequent operation of personal computer and other modern office equipment. Communicate effectively with others in person in writing, and over the telephone. Prepares, accepts, reviews, files and/or records legal documents and information. Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses. Perform job duties under stressful conditions. Respond appropriately to situations. Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations. Complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines. Occasional standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing. Lifting - Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds. Constant good overall vision and reading and close-up work. Frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination. Occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision. Normal dexterity with frequent writing. Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person. Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact. Regular attendance is an essential function. Minimum Qualifications Legal Clerk II: Experience: Three (3) years of clerical experience, including at least one (1) year of experience in legal process work comparable to that of a Legal Clerk I. Education: None required Supplemental Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A valid California driver's license and DMV clearance may be required at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Applicants for positions within the Human Services Agency are subject to a criminal history background check. Government agencies accessing US government information, which include federal tax information must ensure that background investigation requirements for all agency employees and contractors that have access to federal tax information are consistent to the IRS background investigation requirements for access to federal tax information. A background check may be required if the position requires access to these types of records. Background requirements consist of three components which include, fingerprinting, citizenship verification and local law enforcement checks. State agencies must conduct investigation during time of hire and ensure a reinvestigation is conducted 10 years from the date of the previous background investigation for each employee that has access to federal tax information. Recruitments that note continuous under the closing date are subject to close at any time. Applications will not be accepted after a continuous recruitment is closed. VETERANS PREFERENCE If you would like to have Veteran's preference points included as part of the application packet, please attach a copy of your DD-214 form. PLEASE NOTE: Applicants, who receive a passing score on a written or oral examination, shall be eligible to receive credit for an additional five (5) points to be added to the final examination score. Veteran's preference is allowed only on initial entrance into County service and shall not affect the order of eligibility on any other employment lists. For the purpose of this section, a veteran is one who has received an honorable discharge from active duty, and has served: 1. During one of the following wartime or equivalent periods Sept. 11, 2001 to End of Operation Iraqi Freedom Aug. 2, 1990 to Jan. 2, 1992 Jan. 31, 1955 to Oct. 15, 1976 2. During peacetime for which service a campaign or expeditionary medal has been authorized by the Government of the United States and where discharge was under honorable conditions. This would include Lebanon, Grenada and Southwest Asia. A copy of the discharge form (DD-214) shall be submitted to CPS HR Consulting for each position applied for, along with an application for employment requesting such preference, on or before the final filing date specified on the job announcement. Failure to submit the required credentials (DD-214) prior to the final filing date will be deemed a waiver of credits. EXAMINATION INFORMATION If supplemental questions are included as a part of this job bulletin, applicants may be rated based upon their responses to the supplemental questions. If rated, only those that are determined to be highly qualified will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. SPECIAL TESTING ARRANGEMENTS Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants for disability, military, or religious reasons. If you require such arrangements, please contact CalHR Merit System Services at mssprogram@calhr.ca.gov or 916-323-2362 upon notification that your application has been approved. Documentation from medical, military, school, or church officials outlining the accommodation request must be received by our office a minimum of five business days prior to a scheduled examination. ABOUT MERCED COUNTY Merced County is located in the northern part of the San Joaquin Valley in central California, an area earning worldwide acclaim for its rich agriculture, and spans from the coastal ranges to the foothills of Yosemite National Park. The City of Merced, the self-proclaimed Gateway to Yosemite, has a population of approximately 81,102, yet retains the charm of a small town with amenities routinely found in larger communities. Merced's revitalized downtown is emerging as the entertainment center of the area. The County is representative of the rural heartland and Gold Rush remnants underpinning the state's heritage. It is a peaceful, quiet, and friendly area with an abundance of beautiful bike paths, and offers choices of higher education in UC Merced and Merced College. Froma political perspective, Merced County is considered to be a bellwether county, having voted for the successful presidential candidate in every election from 1972 to 2012. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Inspect and test commercial weighing and measuring instruments for accuracy and compliance with established tolerances; issues and attaches seals to such devices meeting required standards. Inspect packages and commodities, other goods and petroleum products for accuracy of weights or measure, correct labeling and adherence to required specifications Check petroleum products meters on trucks and trailers, odometers, taximeters, milk-tanks, certain electric and LPG meters, and platform scales, livestock scales, and vehicle scales, licenses and records of weighmasters. Enforce State laws in regard to packaging of products and issue notices of violation and citation. Collect samples of commodities for testing. Investigate complaints of improper weights, deception or fraud. Assist District Attorney in development of case files for criminal and civil matters. Audit and investigate sub-metered utility billings and weighmaster records for accuracy. Conduct undercover test sales and purchases to promote equity in the marketplace. Assist with training other staff and planning, coordinating, and monitoring programs and staff assignments. Minimum Qualifications: Weights and Measures Inspector I The applicant must meet one of the following combinations of education, license, and/or experience: Option 1 Experience: None required. License: Possess and maintain one or more valid statewide specific category licenses as a County Weights and Measures Inspector or County Agricultural Inspector/Biologist. Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Education: Persons holding one of the required valid inspector licenses shall be deemed to meet the educational requirements. Option 2 Experience: None required. License: None, but must obtain a County Weights and Measures Inspector license in Weight Verification or Measurement Verification within six (6) months of appointment. Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college with specialization in one or more of the qualifying disciplines listed below; or Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college in any discipline with a minimum of 30 semester units, or equivalent, in one or any combination of the qualifying disciplines listed below. Qualifying disciplines: Chemical Science, Commerce, Engineering, Law Enforcement, Marketing, Mathematics, Physical Science, Physics, and/or Statistics. Weights and Measures Inspector II Experience: One (1) year of enforcement of weights and measures laws equivalent to a Weights and Measures Inspector I in Merced County. License: Possess and maintain two (2) valid State-wide licenses of eligibility in the three (3) specific categories as a County Weights and Measures Inspector, of which one (1) must be Measurement Verification. Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Education: Persons holding the required valid County Weights and Measures Inspector license shall be deemed to meet the educational requirements. Weights and Measures Inspector III Experience: One (1) year of enforcement of weights and measures laws equivalent to a Weights and Measures Inspector II in Merced County. License: Possess and maintain all three (3) valid State-wide licenses of eligibility in specific categories as a County Weights and Measures Inspector. Possess and maintain a valid Class B California driver's license. Education: Persons holding the required valid County Weights and Measures Inspector license shall be deemed to meet the educational requirements. IDENTIFIED SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO PRE-EMPLOYMENT, POST-ACCIDENT, REASONABLE SUSPICION, RANDOM AND RETURN-TO-DUTY DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE COUNTY OF MERCED DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING POLICY Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Extra-Help employees are not entitled to County benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Under close supervision, will work with UC Farm Advisors and County Agriculture Technician to assist with agriculture research projects collecting data in vegetables, cotton, and almonds. Soil, water, and leaf sampling. Help with hand-harvest of tomatoes, sweet potatoes, almonds, and walnuts. Maintain hand tools, assist with cleaning of truck and lab. Other duties as assigned. Position is with the University of California Cooperative Extension in Merced County. Must be at least 18 years old. Please consider the Supplemental Questions before applying. Successful applicants will be required to meet at the UCCE office in Merced, then travel to various locations throughout the county. Flexible hours -- half days are fine. Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 31000.11 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by answering the supplemental question on this recruitment. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Operates the library circulation desk. Discharges books, periodicals, videos, and other library materials. Processes requests for books, or other materials through the Interlibrary Loan system. Explains library rules and procedures. Issues library cards. Processes returned books. Searches for lost or misplaced materials. Assists with special projects or programs. Maintains records of materials overdue. Collects fines or fees. Assists patrons in locating materials and instructs patrons in the use of library materials, on-line and card catalogs, Internet and other on-line resources and reference materials. Evaluates the collections and makes recommendations on replacement. Prepares material for repair of binding. Plans and promotes special activities and weekly programs such as story time and the summer reading program. Identifies problems and may take action to correct or refer to superior as needed. Maintains statistics of daily circulation or other records. Creates and assembles visual aids; may train and/or direct the work of extra-help or work program participants. Utilizes the computer to catalog library materials and maintain the community services information file. Performs copy cataloging of fiction and new editions of books. Indexes and maintains special collections including telephone books and documents. Minimum Qualifications: Library Resource Technician I Experience: Two (2) years of experience performing technical and clerical work in a Library equivalent to that of a Library Assistant in Merced County OR Three (3) years of responsible clerical experience, which included library clerical and computer applications for library services. (College course-work in Library Science or related field may substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis) Library Resource Technician II Experience: One (1) year of experience equivalent to that of a Library Resource Technician I in Merced County. SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra-Help pay is up to $15.11 per hour. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Learns to interview and participate in educational and clinical settings; assist consumers to complete forms. Learns to assist outreach Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, Social Services, or Probation staff in linking consumers with resources and in appropriate level of care. Learns to lead activity groups and prevocational groups in a program setting. Learns to identify and utilize appropriate community agencies for referral of consumers. May work in non-traditional settings such as community shelters, outreach programs, etc. Prepare routine reports and correspondence and maintain consumer records. Participates in in-service or other training courses and staff meetings. May assist consumers in various skills needed for craft activities and transport to various activities. May assist therapists, social workers, or probation officers with communication with non-English speaking consumers. Helps provide a therapeutic climate for patients by listening and socializing with them. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Background with Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, Child Welfare, or Criminal Justice System as a consumer, family member, or significant other of a consumer. Education: Must be able to read and write at the level required by the specific job assignment. Special Requirement: Possess a valid California Driver License at the time of appointment and maintain, for some positions in this classification. Desirable: Background in assisting persons with histories of alcohol and drug abuse. Six (6) months experience with direct contact in a behavioral health and recovery service, medical, probation, or human service setting. Six (6) months experience in a health related field providing services to consumer and/or continuous consumer contact. High school diploma or equivalent. Bilingual is preferred. SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B Closing Date/Time: Continuous

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to 25 hours per week. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Implement patient medical care plans as developed and prescribed within Mental Health Department guidelines and policies. Provide direct care for regular and individual special treatments or procedures. Observe and evaluate patients' signs, symptoms, and reactions to therapy in efforts to identify or interpret significant findings or changes requiring attention or notification of other professional staff. Assists with special treatments, tests, and administering prescribed medications, making constant adjustments commensurate with a patient's condition. Maintain control of drugs and medications. Instruct and interact with patients and/or relatives concerning home care. Initiate appropriate emergency measures, requiring independent judgment to sustain life, as necessary. Assist with evaluating services of an assigned unit or program. Consults with experienced Psychiatric Staff Nurses when patient's problems are not within the scope of practice. Assists with the development of procedures and methods to improve in-patient and/or outpatient services. Minimum Qualifications: LEVEL I Experience: None. Prior nursing experience is desirable. Education: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. License: Possess and maintain a valid license as a Registered Nurse or Interim Permit issued by the State of California. Incumbents appointed while holding an Interim Permit must obtain Licensure within 6 months of appointment or be removed from this classification. LEVEL II Experience: One (1) year of responsible professional nursing experience in providing nursing services. Education: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. License: Possess and maintain a valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of California. SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Application Deadline: Continuous Recruitments that note continuous under the closing date are subject to close at any time. Applications will not be accepted after a continuous recruitment is closed. To be considered for this position you must use a Merit System application or apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/ To view the job description, please click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/jobs/2448789/personnel-assistant Closing Date/Time: Continuous

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to 25 hours a week. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Researches, studies, interprets and applies laws, court decisions and other resources for use in the preparation of cases, opinions, pleadings, briefs, etc. Drafts a variety of legal documents. Interviews victims, witnesses and clients, including inmates of penal institutions. Prepares correspondence and reports. Eligible law students may appear in court in any public trial or proceeding under the direct and immediate supervision and in the physical presence of a supervising or designated attorney. Confer with attorneys, judges, investigators and other individuals regarding legal matter. Counsel and give advice to clients. Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 31000.11 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by answering the supplemental question on this recruitment. Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Law Student - Currently enrolled in an accredited law school; or currently enrolled in the third or fourth years of college in an undergraduate program with a curriculum focused on the study of law. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Please Note: The Staff Psychiatrist is an at-will class under the direction of the Mental Health Medical Director and serves at the pleasure of the Director of Mental Health. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Provides general, acute and continuing psychiatric care to the patients in the mental health and alcohol and drug centers. Emergency on-call and call back consultations. Consults with other medical and substance abuse practitioners. May advise staff on appropriate treatment techniques for specific cases. Orders appropriate laboratory work and nursing follow-up care. Complete medical and court records in accordance with mandated standards. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team. Evaluates social support/rehabilitation needs. Reviews/oversees intake and treatment plans by multidisciplinary team. Conservatorship evaluations and court testimony. Provides jail-based psychiatric care and educates patients, families, and staff. Minimum Qualifications: License: Possession of a valid license to practice psychiatry issued by the California Medical Board. Certification: Board certified or Board eligible in Psychiatric Medicine by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs client intake and discharge procedures. Conducts individual, group, and family counseling sessions with program clients and their families. Maintains client records. Prepares and administers individual recovery plans for program clients with the support and assistance of professional staff. Collects and records pertinent social data on program clients. Develops and maintains communications between County Mental Health Department Alcohol and Drug programs and community agencies. Refers clients to other programs and community agencies which provide assistance with alcohol and drug abuse. Develops and provides informational presentations on alcohol and drug abuse to local schools and community agencies. Develops, implements, and conducts specialized alcohol and drug programs. Provides advice on problems which arise during the course of work; monitors work flow; accumulates data used in State and Federal activity reporting. Maintains a client caseload and provides individual and group counseling sessions. Develops and provides informational presentations on alcohol and drug abuse to local schools and community agencies. May provide lead direction, training, and work coordination for other Alcohol and Drug Interns. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: One (1) year of experience providing alcohol and drug counseling or presentations equivalent to that of an Alcohol and Drug Services Intern with Merced County. Certification: A valid Certification in Alcohol and Drug Counseling or Addiction Services. Employees who do not maintain a valid certification pursuant to California Code of Regulations Chapter 8 of the Health and Safety Code will be terminated. Education: Two (2) years of advanced education (60 units of college credit) in psychology, sociology, or a closely related field is preferred. Special Requirement: Applicants with a personal history of alcohol and drug abuse must present evidence of their successful recovery. SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Confer with clients regarding the information processing or computation needs a computer program is to address and to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes. Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language. Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems. Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic. Develops detail task plans for assigned projects including estimated time and materials and timeframes. Use object-oriented programming languages, as well as client/server applications development processes and multimedia and Internet technology. Perform revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements. Minimum Qualifications: Programmer Analyst I Experience: None required. Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a major in information systems, computer science, or related field. Experience and/or education in computer science, information systems or programming may substitute for the college education on a year-for-year basis. Programmer Analyst II Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible programming experience. Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a major in information systems, computer science, or related field. Experience and/or education in computer science, information systems or programming may substitute for the college education on a year-for-year basis. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Application Deadline: Continuous Recruitments that note continuous under the closing date are subject to close at any time. Applications will not be accepted after a continuous recruitment is closed. To be considered for this position you must use a Merit System application or apply online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/ To view the job description, please click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/jobs/2433149/fiscal-manager Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Position Information Under general direction, implement, develop, coordinate, and analyze a variety of specialized functions related to the establishment and maintenance of fiscal records in the areas of fiscal compliance, finance, budgetary and statistical evaluations and analyses. Depending upon area of assignment, responsibilities may include development and implementation of department fiscal program policies and procedures, plan, organize and direct the administrative services of the assigned department, performportfolio, investment, trading and brokerage service analysis and make recommendations. Also may negotiate/facilitate bidding for brokerage services and manage institutional banking relationships including RFP development, pricing and contract writing. Performs other related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a mid-management position classification with responsibility for the following: departmental budget, fiscal, financial, statistical, and assigned administrative operations. Responsibilities include management functions of program compliance, supervision of staff, and procurement of goods and services for multiple programs. Incumbents are responsible for developing systems and fiscal controls, analyzing and interpreting fiscal rules, and ensuring that the Department is operating in a fiscally sound manner within established guidelines. May also be responsible for investment portfolios and portfolio cash flow management. Minimum Qualifications Experience: Three (3) years of experience in administrative, fiscal, or staff services, accounting or fiscal operations, or budget preparation and control. One (1) year of this experience must have been in a full time supervisory capacity. Education: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a degree in accounting, business, or a closely related field. Up to two years of additional qualifying experience may be substituted for 2 years of the required education. While the above requirements outline the minimum qualifications, applicants may be further evaluated for qualifications beyond those listed. Those applicants that are determined to be most highly qualified will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Supplemental Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A valid California driver's license and DMV clearance may be required at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Applicants for positions within the Human Services Agency are subject to a criminal history background check. Government agencies accessing US government information, which include federal tax information must ensure that background investigation requirements for all agency employees and contractors that have access to federal tax information are consistent to the IRS background investigation requirements for access to federal tax information. A background check may be required if the position requires access to these types of records. Background requirements consist of three components which include, fingerprinting, citizenship verification and local law enforcement checks. State agencies must conduct investigation during time of hire and ensure a reinvestigation is conducted 10 years from the date of the previous background investigation for each employee that has access to federal tax information. Recruitments that note continuous under the closing date are subject to close at any time. Applications will not be accepted after a continuous recruitment is closed. VETERANS PREFERENCE If you would like to have Veteran's preference points included as part of the application packet, please attach a copy of your DD-214 form. PLEASE NOTE: Applicants, who receive a passing score on a written or oral examination, shall be eligible to receive credit for an additional five (5) points to be added to the final examination score. Veteran's preference is allowed only on initial entrance into County service and shall not affect the order of eligibility on any other employment lists. For the purpose of this section, a veteran is one who has received an honorable discharge from active duty, and has served: 1. During one of the following wartime or equivalent periods: Sept. 11, 2001 to End of Operation Iraqi Freedom Aug. 2, 1990 to Jan. 2, 1992 Jan. 31, 1955 to Oct. 15, 1976 2. During peacetime for which service a campaign or expeditionary medal has been authorized by the Government of the United States and where discharge was under honorable conditions. This would include Lebanon, Grenada and Southwest Asia. A copy of the discharge form (DD-214) shall be submitted toCalHR for each position applied for, along with an application for employment requesting such preference, on or before the final filing date specified on the job announcement. Failure to submit the required credentials (DD-214) prior to the final filing date will be deemed a waiver of credits. EXAMINATION INFORMATION If supplemental questions are included as a part of this job bulletin, applicants may be rated based upon their responses to the supplemental questions. If rated, only those that are determined to be highly qualified will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. SPECIAL TESTING ARRANGEMENTS Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants for disability, military, or religious reasons. If you require such arrangements, please contact the Merit System Services Program at MSSProgram@calhr.ca.gov or 916-323-2363 upon notification that your application has been approved. Documentation from medical, military, school, or church officials outlining the accommodation request must be received by our office a minimum of five business days prior to a scheduled examination. ABOUT MERCED COUNTY Merced County is located in the northern part of the San Joaquin Valley in central California, an area earning worldwide acclaim for its rich agriculture, and spans from the coastal ranges to the foothills of Yosemite National Park. The City of Merced, the self-proclaimed Gateway to Yosemite, has a population of approximately 81,102, yet retains the charm of a small town with amenities routinely found in larger communities. Merced's revitalized downtown is emerging as the entertainment center of the area. The County is representative of the rural heartland and Gold Rush remnants underpinning the state's heritage. It is a peaceful, quiet, and friendly area with an abundance of beautiful bike paths, and offers choices of higher education in UC Merced and Merced College. From a political perspective, Merced County is considered to be a bellwether county, having voted for the successful presidential candidate in every election from 1972 to 2012. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

This recruitment is to fill multiple Clinician vacancies in various programs throughout the Behavioral Health & Recovery Services Department as they occur. Vacancies for both full time and Extra-Help positions may be available. Extra-Help staff are limited to 25 hours per week and are not entitled to county benefits. This recruitment is to establish a list to fill positions in Los Banos, Livingstonand Merced. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Meets with individuals and groups, including families, to assist them with understanding complex mental and emotional problems and with developing realistic plans to resolve them. Advises clients on the availability of community resources. Interprets clients' needs and problems, assisting them with environmental adjustment. Works with clients' relatives to secure cooperation in treatment programs. Utilizes highly developed professional skills in outpatient, in-patient, children's service, day care, rehabilitation and education programs. Assists with training other Mental Health Department staff in diagnosis and treatment methods. Develop and conduct training and informational presentations for other County staff, school districts, and community agencies. Serve as a consultant for other community agencies. Participate in the preparation and presentation of cases for consideration by other professional staff. May assume operational responsibility for a unit within a clinical program. May conduct or participate in professional research and special studies. Develop and implement treatment plans; develops and prepares extensive records, complex reports, progress notes, and correspondence. Minimum Qualifications: MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN I Education: Graduation from an accredited institution with a Masters Degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field. Registration: Must obtain registration from the appropriate California State Licensing Board by the end of the probation period or within six (6) months of promotion to Clinician I. Licensure: Must pass the written and oral examination for licensure within (6) years from the date of hire as a Clinician I with a MFT Intern (IMF), Associate Clinical Social Workers (ASW) and Professional Clinical Counselor Intern (PCCI) from California Board of Behavioral Sciences. MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN II Education: Graduation from an accredited institution with a Masters Degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field. Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible clinical experience in a mental health setting. License: Valid license issued by the State of California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Marriage Family Therapist (MFT) or Clinical Psychologist . Out of State Licensure: Registration for a waiver of the State Professional License may be obtained for a maximum of three (3) years. SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both full time and Extra-Help vacancies as they occur in various departments. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Plans and participates in educational activities and training programs. Teaches health related classes; Dental Health, HIV, Tobacco, Basic Parenting and Daily Living Skills. Visits and interviews patients to assess living conditions/medical needs. Completes intake/assessments, including problem defined and issues to be resolved. Assists with the development of case plan and assists clients improving their personal situation. Counsels patients and provides referral assistance as needed. Monitors clients' status as to services and referral outcome. May be required to translate for Non-English speaking clients. May provide Targeted Case Management services and engage in outreach and other activities to enhance services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Two (2) years of experience performing a variety of paraprofessional medical duties in a hospital, clinic, or community health agency under the supervision of licensed medical personnel. OR One (1) year performing duties equivalent to those of a Community Health Worker in Merced County. Education: Completion of college level course work in each of the following areas: Psychology or Communications: Physiology, including the concepts and treatments of communicable diseases; Anatomy and Biology. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Desirable: Certificate in Phlebotomy and/or Medical Technology is desirable. SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Confers with Assistant Mental Health Director in the development of detailed work programs and assigns housekeeping staff to specific areas and/or tasks. Completes regular inspection of the Marie Green Psychiatric Facility and reviews the performance of individual housekeepers to assure that cleanliness standards are met. During shift, receives calls for special housekeeping services throughout the department and assigns staff or personally provides required service. Advises and assists in the development and installation of improved processes and procedures. Ensures that the department's fleet is operational, monitors maintenance of all vehicles, and maintains the logs for the fleet. Monitors the department's mail delivery system and ensures that in the absence of the Delivery Driver mail service is not disrupted. Posts time cards, schedules personnel and keeps simple records. Ensures that facilities maintain an appropriate level of standard. Coordinates repairs as needed at the Department facilities to include personally performing the duties as needed. Also ensures that grounds are maintained and coordinates with landscaping services as needed. Trains new personnel on the proper use and handling of cleaning supplies and equipment to ensure safety and proper use. Develops new procedures for a more effective work flow. Evaluates assigned employees including counseling and documentation of poor or marginal performance of employees as needed to maintain standards of performance. Orders housekeeping supplies and conducts monthly in-service meetings with employees to explain changes in procedures, policies, and cleaning techniques within the division. Maintains communication with other divisions for special set-up requests in meeting rooms and personally follows up to see that proper set ups have been done. Moves furniture upon request and coordinates the relocation of offices. Attends seminars and training classes to keep abreast of new products and innovations. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Four (4) years of experience which shall include institutional cleaning or housekeeping activities and maintenance of facilities of which two (2) years were lead or supervisory experience. Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school. Possession of a certificate from a national school for Executive Housekeeper may be substituted for two (2) years of the non-lead or supervisory experience. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

The Minimum Qualifications for this job have been updated and the deadline to apply extended. Final Filing Date: July 5, 2019 Interview Date: July 15, 2019 To view and print copies of the brochure for this position go to the following link: https://www.co.merced.ca.us/DocumentCenter/View/21534/Assistant-County-Executive-Officer Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Equivalent to five (5) years of high level executive or administrative experience, including demonstrated successful knowledge and skills necessary to develop evaluate, and administer varied types of programs requiring large expenditures of funds and staff resources. Education: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university. A Master's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or related field is desirable. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Promote and market library services. Assists patrons in the use of library facilities; explains library policies and procedures to the public, and library staff. Performs reference work at a professional level, according to Level of incumbent. Selects, orders, maintains, and weedscollections in assigned subject areas. Presents programming, story times, tours, and outreach events. May supervise and review work of clerical and/or paraprofessional employees. Selects, arranges, and promotes thelibrary through outreach activities. Keeps current withmaterials acquired by library; prepares statistics, reports, and programs. Designs, coordinates and implementslibrary programs for special events. Index and catalog material. Provide readers advisory. Answer customer inquiries. Minimum Qualifications: Librarian I Education: Possession a Master of Library Science (MLS) degree from an American Library Association accredited library school, preferably with some additional study in library, business and/or public administration. Librarian II Experience: One (1) year of experience equivalent to a Librarian I in Merced County. Education: Possession a Master of Library Science (MLS) degree from an American Library Association accredited library school, preferably with some additional study in library, business and/or public administration. SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Please Note: List will be established to fill vacancies throughout the BHRS department. Incumbents assigned to the current vacancy in Children's System Of Care Division (CSOC) Division will oversee and administer children and youth behavioral health services in Merced County. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plans, organizes, manages and directs the activities, and services of an assigned program. Responsible for the program budget, justification of changes and expenditure controls. Assist with grant preparation, grant management, and compliance with reporting requirements. Directs the gathering of statistical information and the preparation of a variety of reports. Represents an assigned program with community organizations, government jurisdictions. Deals with the most sensitive public complaints and issues. Provides technical assistance to schools, courts, law enforcement and correctional agencies, social welfare and health agencies and related community groups. Identifies community mental health needs and objectives and provide information on services. Locates appropriate resources and assists with developing or modifying community agencies to meet mental health goals. Writes and edits a variety of informational and educational brochures and other publications. Develops information for the news media to promote understanding of mental health activities. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in mental health or alcohol/drug program services, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory capacity. Supervisory experience may include: clinical supervision and/or lead direction of unlicensed clinical or case management staff, licensed para-professional staff or student interns. Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited institution with a master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or closely related field is desirable. Licenses :Must be licensed for at least two (2) years with a license from the State of California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Clinical Psychologist, or Registered Nurse (RN). SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Acts as defense counsel in criminal cases; Interviews and advises defendants and witnesses. Interprets and applies laws, court decisions, etc. in the preparation of cases and briefs. Prepares pleadings and other legal documents in connection with suits, trials, hearings, conservatorships, and other legal proceedings; Performs legal research and investigations. Examines evidence and prepares and presents the case for the defense in assigned criminal actions. Performs administrative duties for the Public Defender; Dictates correspondence and reports. May provide lead direction to other attorneys; May assist in training others professional staff. Assists the Chief Deputy Defender and the Public Defender as needed. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Level I: None. Level II: One (1) year of experience in the practice of civil or criminal law. Level III: Two (2) years of experience in the practice of civil or criminal law. License: Active membership in the State Bar of California. Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Plan, organize and coordinate the operations of public health programs. Develop, evaluate and monitor public health program budgets and ensure proper administrative and financial controls. Supervise staff assigned to the program. Build and maintain professional rapport with a variety of stakeholders including, but not limited to, public and private agencies, community organizations and professional groups. Knowledge of principles and practices of current public health policy, potential sources of funding, laws/regulations and contract negotiation. Develop and implement community public health education tools and programs in accordance with department and State mandated requirements. Develop, evaluate and monitor program objectives and goals. Participate in community health education programs and conferences. Develop program proposals for new and continued funding, monitor expenditures and activities and complete all required reporting. Write proposals including program goals for contract proposals. Plan, organize and direct the department in-service education program. Approve local health education protocols in accordance with state mandated programs. Provide consultation and guidance to individuals and or community groups. Supervise, evaluate and train public health professional and technical staff. Research and understand social, economic and equity issues impacting populations and program areas. Attend training conferences relevant to current public health problems. Establish and maintain liaisons between the Public Health Department and other public and private agencies, community organizations, and professional groups. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Three (3) years of professional level experience providing health services in the community.Experience working in a public health agency and/or direct supervision of public health professional/technical staff is highly desired. (A Master's degree in public health, administration (health, business, program, public or related) may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience). Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in public health, administration (health, business, program, public or related), social sciences, natural sciences or related field. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Some positions in this classification will be subject to criminal history background checks pursuant to the human resources rules and regulations, section 2, b. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Organize and implement public health education and prevention programs. Counsel patients and provides referral assistance regarding methods to improve health. Assists in the preparation of grant proposals. Plans and conducts in-service health education and training programs. Maintains liaisons between the Health Department and other public and private agencies, community organizations, and professional groups. Assists in the preparation of marketing strategies and distributes health education materials. Participates in health education programs, conferences and community programs. Provides assistance to individuals and community groups to obtain health education and prevention information. Assists in the preparation of health education protocols for state mandated programs. Implements strategies to raise awareness of health issues. Responds to requests for information from the public. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: One (1) year working in a position equivalent to a Merced County Health Education Specialist Education: Graduation from college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in public or community health education or closely related field. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Desireable: A Master's Degree in Public Health from a program accredited by the Counsil on Education for Public Health SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Performs a broad range of management and administrative duties related to assigned programs. Provides direction and oversight for public health programs and activities, including California Children Services, Public Health Nursing Services, and Public Health Clinic Services. Develops, evaluates and monitors program objectives and goals, and coordinates efforts to implement changes to policies and practices. Coordinates and resolves differences between assigned programs. Negotiates with the State over grant proposals and program budgets. Reviews, corrects and signs of program invoices for submission to the State. Meets with State staff associated with programs managed and conducts program audits. Reviews and responds to State program audits and compliance reports. Represents the County at local, regional and State meetings and conferences. Plans, schedules, assigns, evaluates, and directs the work of professional nursing staff and other public health staff engaged in carrying out program activities. Advises staff on the interpretation and application of program and agency policies and public health laws and regulations. Investigates and analyzes data for development and operation of special programs. Coordinates services County wide with schools and private and public agencies. Represents the Health Department on community boards and organizations. Addresses local groups on public health matters. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Three (3) years of experience in a position with the responsibility for organizing and directing the work of others. (A Master's degree in Nursing, or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience). Education: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a degree in nursing or a closely related field. License: Possession of a valid California Registered Nurse license. Possession of a valid California Public Health Nurse Certificate issued by the State of California, Board of Registered Nurses within one year of hire. Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B MERCED COUNTY Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Please Note: Extra-Help employees are not entitled to County benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Interview clients to obtain details of arrest, connection with charged offenses, and other information pertinent to the development of the defense case. Record the financial status of clients so as to determine eligibility for services. Verify information received by telephone or in person. Interview clients to determine circumstances and events of detention, citation or arrest. Obtain the names and addresses of witnesses and probable nature of testimony. Obtain the location of relevant physical evidence. Evaluate and record attitudes of clients. Record inconsistencies of statements. Compile information obtained from defendant or witnesses on appropriate forms. Detail clients arrest record, probation record and other personal information as appropriate. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Two (2) years experience of in-depth interviewing in law enforcement, or unemployment insurance, or Social Services, or other similar types of employment that required one-on-one interviewing of strangers on personal and/or financial issues. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plans, organizes, directs, manages, and supervises staff through the Mental Health treatment and prevention services programs of the County Psychiatric Facility. Reviews, updates, and develops service and program policies. Provides guidance and assists with the resolution of staff complaints, grievances, and conflicts. Provides leadership and consultation to staff in the resolution of difficult questions concerning clinical problems and patient treatment. Implements quality assurance including establishment of clinical standards and development of a process for evaluating and monitoring services. Insures that services are provided in compliance with Federal and State requirements. Negotiates and manages contracts and develops and administers grants and program budgets. Functions as the facility/property manager and is responsible for procurement of goods, services and inventory maintenance. Has responsibility for data gathering and production of Division reports. Analyzes and makes recommendations regarding the effectiveness of Facility services. Participates in policy development and implementation with other Mental Health management staff. Minimum Qualifications: OPTION I Experience: Three (3) years of post graduate experience in a mental health program including clinical supervision and administrative experience. (Additional directly related experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.) Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited institution with a Master's Degree in social work, psychology, counseling or closely related field. Licenses: Possession of a valid license appropriate to the degree (Licensed Clinical Social worker, Marriage, Family and Child Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Registered Nurse). OPTION II Experience: Three (3) years of professional level experience in hospital or health care administration, two (2) of which were in the mental health field. Education: Master's Degree in hospital, Public Health or public administration from an accredited college or university. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Please note: This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to 25 hours a week. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Assist with sample ballot mailings Assists with precinct worker training Survey Merced County polling locations for accessibility issues pursuant to Americans with Disability Act requirements; maintain records of Temporary Mitigations required by site location Organize and/or assist with the storage and maintenance of election equipment and supplies May be required to operate a forklift (certification training provided by Merced County) Responsible for delivery of voting booths and supplies before and after elections Assists with logic & accuracy testing of equipment May be assigned to troubleshoot election equipment and precinct issues on election day Minimum Qualifications: Experience: One (1) year of warehouse or delivery experience. Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Develop and implement policies and procedures for the collection, use and/or release of data to abide by federal and state laws and epidemiologic best practices to guard confidentiality; Develop and implement policies and procedures for conducting investigations of outbreaks, including coordination with partner agencies (e.g., environmental health, emergency medical services, emergency preparedness, etc.); Manage the epidemiology unit; Supervise, evaluate, train and advise staff; Develop and conduct evaluation for Department programs; Serve as departmental resource for data collection and analysis as well as evidence-based practices to partner agencies and the public; Establish and maintain information and surveillance systems to monitor community health status /trends. Oversee public health accreditation program activities, including completion of and compliance with required public health plans; Serve as the lead in coordination and evaluation of quality improvement/process improvement efforts; Oversee the selection and implementation of evaluation designs, evaluation activities, data analysis, results reporting and communicating information out in a generally understood manner; Liaise with internal stakeholders and programs for sharing information pertinent to program or project evaluations; Create evaluation protocols and processes to assess program progress and effectiveness, including data collection methods, survey design and implementation and instrument development/validation; Prepare clear and concise epidemiologic reports and journal publications; Develop and conduct quality assurance activities to ensure data is being entered systematically and correctly; Participates and/or leads in a variety of meetings, committees, study groups and task forces in the community; Conduct other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the field of epidemiology, preferably in a government or public setting, with at least one (1) year experience performing duties comparable to an Epidemiologist II in Merced County. Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in epidemiology, biostatistics, economics, health informatics, applied psychology or a closely related field. Possession of Doctoral Degree in qualifying fields may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both full time and extra help vacancies. Extra help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra Help pay rateis from $28.30 to$32.15 per hour. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Plans, directs and performs criminal, family support, and child abduction investigative work. Interviews complainants, suspects and witnesses; Prepares reports and presents all significant data. Prepares and executes warrants for search or arrest and related affidavits and returns. Uses and maintains surveillance devices, photographic and recording equipment. Assists other law enforcement agencies, including Federal, State and local on a request-to-assist basis. Assists trial attorneys in evidence review and evaluation as well as preparation of cases for trial. Develops the necessary information required by the exigent of disclosure of information. Conducts investigations into white collar crime, consumer fraud, official misconduct, insurance sales, corporate securities, stock and bond transactions, and false and misleading promotions. Assists in Grand Jury investigations and presentations. Searches for hidden assets and physical control of suspect business enterprises. Investigates alleged violations of Revenue and Taxation, Election Laws and in other specified areas as directed. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Level I One (1) year of experience performing criminal or civil investigations. Level II Two (2) years of experience performing criminal or civil investigations. Both Levels require: Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a degree in criminology, social work, law enforcement or a closely related field. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.) Licenses: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Certificate: Possession of a valid Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Develops, evaluates and monitors programmatic objectives and goals. Plans, organizes, manages, implements and oversees all functions for public health services and programs as assigned. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the development and submission of grant applications. Prepares program strategic plans and negotiates with the State on grant proposals and program budgets. Reviews, corrects and signs all program invoices for submission to the State or as directed. Develops Board Agenda Items relating to programs managed. Represents the County at local, regional and State meetings and conferences; represents the Public Health Department on community boards and organizations. Directs and evaluates the work of subordinate managers and supervisors Develops service and program information to keep key partners and community stakeholders informed. Advises staff on the application of program policies and public health laws and regulations. Maintains a working knowledge of legislative impact that may directly or indirectly affect related programs. Evaluates effectiveness of program policies and practices; formulates new ones as necessary. Investigates and analyzes data for development and operation of special programs. Coordinates services County-wide with schools and private and public agencies. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience working in a public health department, managed care organization, medical health care agency or related setting, two (2) of which must have been in a position of supervision and/or management. Education: Graduation from an accredited institution with a Master's Degree in public health, administration (health, business, program, public or related), social sciences, natural sciences or closely related field. License: Some positions may require licensure. Any additional licensure relevant to the applicable division is strongly desired. Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B MERCED COUNTY Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Acts as the lead staff member in custodial units and may, on assignment, supervise special projects or programs affiliated with Juvenile Hall or alternative to custody programs. Observe, assist, admit and release juveniles in accordance with prescribed procedures. Orients juveniles to the routines, procedures, and rules of Juvenile Hall. Supervises personal hygiene, table habits, care of clothing and living areas. Teaches work skills and games and assists in planning and supervising recreational and leisure time. Supervises and participates in housekeeping, maintenance and grounds activities with juveniles. Observes and supervises juveniles while in custody, operated programs and during family visits. Provides group and individual guidance as assigned and needed. Enforces discipline and maintains security; writes incident, adjustments and release reports. Transports juveniles to/from court, hospitals, and other facilities as necessary. Works with probation officers, teaching staff, mental health staff and law enforcement personnel. Use appropriate level of force, when necessary, for the purpose of stopping and/or restraining combative youth. Serves as a lead worker on an assigned shift in planning and assigning the work of staff. Assists in the supervision, training and providing input for evaluation of subordinate staff members; and Performs supervisory and/or administrative duties in the absence of the Supervising Juvenile Institutions Officer. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Two (2) years of full-time paid experience in supervising juveniles in an institutional setting including one (1) year equivalent to Juvenile Institutions Officer II in Merced County. Education: Completion of one (1) year of college. Full-time paid experience in an institutional setting may substitute for the required college units on a year-for-year basis. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Certificates: California Penal Code Section 832 requirements regarding arrest, search and seizure. Possession of Board of Corrections Certificate for Juvenile Institutions Officers Core course and evidence of continued compliance with annual training requirements. First Aid and CPR Certificates, which shall be kept current during employment. Training: Training/background which will meet the requirements of California Government Code Section 1029/1031. Must be free from any physical, mental or emotional condition that might adversely affect the exercise of Peace Officer powers. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Takes complete psychiatric and medical histories; may perform limited physical examinations. Counsels patients regarding matters pertaining to their physical and mental health. Under direction, arranges for hospital admission of patients. Facilitate the referral of clients to appropriate health facilities, agencies, and resources. Assist Staff Psychiatrist; Perform a variety of routine tests; Assists in developing protocols. Maintain records and upkeep of equipment. Assist and provide services to clients requiring continued care. Initiate treatment based on protocols signed by the Staff Psychiatrist. Records findings of mental and/or developmental assessment. Refers conditions needing specialized treatment. Instructs individuals/families regarding skills necessary to maintain or improve mental health. Identifies community resources and guides individuals in their use. Maintains liaison with other professional and agencies providing child/family services. May provide Targeted Case Management services and engage in outreach and other activities to enhance services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: One year of experience in outpatient nursing services in a Mental Health setting. Preferred experience would include prescribing, dispensing, and administering medications to consumers with mental illness. Education: Graduation from a school approved by the Board of Registered Nursing. License: Possession of a valid California Certification as a Nurse Practitioner Candidates will be required to obtain a Drug Devise Furnishing (NFP) Certificate within 6 months of initial hiring date. Must also obtain a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration number to order controlled substances as needed for patient care. Failure to obtain the proper certificate will result in termination. SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B Closing Date/Time: Continuous

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra-Help pay is up to $25.78 per hour. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Works as a member of a therapeutic team. Monitors behavior and functioning level of patients. Provides psycho-educational materials, information or medication. Maintains clinical records. Prepares progress reports. Administers routine medication orders. Monitors patients' medical needs. May have responsible charge of an intensive in-patient residential treatment facility during an assigned shift. With psychiatric backup, interviews persons to determine need for acute psychiatric treatment. Provides crisis intervention for families and consumers. Makes referrals to other programs. Consults with community agencies regarding clients in crisis. Assists with telephone coverage. Participates in continuing in-service training, supervisory conferences and staff meetings. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: One (1) year of experience providing nursing in a medical or psychiatric setting. License: Possession of a valid California license as a Psychiatric Technician, Registered Nurse, or Licensed Vocational Nurse. Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. SOME POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Application Deadline: Continuous Recruitments that note continuous under the closing date are subject to close at any time. Applications will not be accepted after a continuous recruitment is closed. To be considered for this position you must use a Merit System application or apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/ To view the job description, please click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/jobs/2133667/social-worker-iii Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Extra-help employees are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to 25 hours a week. Application Deadline: Continuous Recruitments that note continuous under the closing date are subject to close at any time. Applications will not be accepted after a continuous recruitment is closed. To be considered for this position you must use a Merit System application or apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/ To view the job description, please click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/jobs/2135858/social-worker-iii-extra-help Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Extra-help employees are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to 25 hours a week. Application Deadline: Continuous Recruitments that note continuous under the closing date are subject to close at any time. Applications will not be accepted after a continuous recruitment is closed. To be considered for this position you must use a Merit System application or apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/ To view the job description, please click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/jobs/2133414/social-worker-iv-extra-help Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Application Deadline: Continuous Recruitments that note continuous under the closing date are subject to close at any time. Applications will not be accepted after a continuous recruitment is closed. To be considered for this position you must use a Merit System application or apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/ To view the job description, please click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/jobs/2133552/social-worker-iv-a-b Closing Date/Time: Continuous