48 jobs found in merced

Performs plan reviews on construction plans, engineering calculations and specifications for new buildings, building additions, and building alterations for commercial and multi-family buildings to verify compliance with the California Building Code/Plumbing Code/Mechanical Code/Electrical Code, California Residential Code, California Energy Conservation Code, accessibility codes, adopted historic building regulations, FEMA floodplain codes and ordinances as adopted by Merced County. Create written reports outlining design deficiencies to design professionals. Creates and modifies electronic permits to describe scope of projects. Prepare plans and documentation for issuance of permits. Resolves conflicts and communicates options for code compliance. Schedules and conducts meetings to answer questions and facilitate service. Conducts plan intake meetings with applicants for projects of varying complexity and economic impact to verify completeness of permit applications and construction documents to accept projects into the review system for plan check by the Building Division section and other departments and divisions. Analyze project complexity to determine appropriate plan review track. Attends and participates as a multi-department project application review meetings. Communicate code requirements, design issues, and permit processes to applicants. Monitor project review progress and coordinates with various internal department staff and outside agencies to facilitate building permit issuance. Provide frequent technical support, direction to building permit counter staff. Provide technical support to inspection staff. Reviews and assists applicants to prepare acceptable alternate code requests or modifications to adopted building codes. Frequently proposes, researches, drafts, and comments on building division interpretations and policies related to residential and commercial construction. Reviews and evaluates current policies recommending updates or determines if policies can be retired. Works with building inspection staff, contractors and design professionals after the permit has been issued to resolve code issues encountered during construction. Reviews plan changes and modifications for projects under construction. Performs site visits as necessary to resolve issues or verify construction elements of existing conditions. Acts in a lead capacity for Building Inspectors I/II and office staff, providing training and assigning work. Attends Association meetings, trainings and conferences, as needed. Work with other County Departments to advance the needs of the Department and the County. Confer with architects, contractors, builders and the general public in the field and office. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: At least two (2) years of experience equivalent to a Building Inspector II in Merced County and six (6) years of skilled level experience in one of the building trades or in the performance of a wide variety of building trades work done in conformance with standard building, electrical or plumbing codes. (Completion of 60 semester college units which has included courses in engineering, architecture, construction technology, or building inspection may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience). Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school. License: Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's license. Certification: Building Inspector and one of the following required: Electrical Inspector, or Mechanical Inspector, or Plumbing Inspector (administered by any recognized, state, national or international association acceptable to the jurisdiction). Plans Examiner certification required within 6 months of hire date (administered by any recognized state, national or international association acceptable to the jurisdiction). Desirable: Certification as a Fire Inspector or Fire Plans Examiner (administered by any recognized state, national or international association acceptable to the jurisdiction). 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

Please Note: The Assistant Public Works Director is an at-will classand serves at the pleasure of the Director of Public Works. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assists the Public Works Director in the overall planning, assigning and directing of the County Public Works Department Divisions. Formulates long range forecasts of public works requirements and develops appropriate plans. Assists in reviewing and processing all vacating of roads and road name changes. Supervises the activities of various divisions by giving directions, interpreting policies and procedures, reviewing and evaluating the work of subordinates, and establishing priorities. Assists in directing the internal administration of department activities and develops appropriate policies and procedures. Directs a system of internal fiscal accounting, reporting and control; reviews construction projects design, construction, and land acquisition, and other related documents. May represent the Public Works Department with other County departments, other agencies, and at public meetings, hearings and related functions. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Six (6) years of increasingly responsible public works, construction or development related experience, including at least four (4) years of experience in an administrative or supervisory capacity in a public works or similar organization. Education: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a major in civil engineering, public administration, business administration or related field. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Please Note: This is an at-will executive management classification and serves at the pleasure of the Director of BHRS / Public Guardian-Conservator. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversees, directs, and manages the clinical services of Behavioral Health & Recovery Services, to include services providedin the Adult System of Care, Children's System of Care, Substance Use Division, Crisis Services, and in-patient psychiatric unit. Oversees the development of evaluation standards for all contract providers with Behavioral Health and Recovery Services. Directs and makes time and cost studies of unit operations and makes or recommends changes to maximize efficiency, improve service levels, and ensure effective utilization of available resources. Through subordinate managers and supervisors, oversees and directs a multi-disciplinary staff engaged in the direct provision of clinical and support services to patients and their families Performs a broad range of other management, clinical, administrative, and fiscal duties. Reviews new legislation and coordinates to implement required changes. Participates on County advisory boards and committees. Interprets policies and procedures to subordinate personnel and implements changes as needed. Assigns special management studies and administrative tasks to subordinate personnel as needed. Prepares or monitors the preparation of cost reports and claims andMedi-Calrelated claims. 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 and mandates. Participates in various state and local training regarding related clinical and administrative matters. Represents the Department Head at local and state level. Appointed Clinical Director in charge of a psychiatric health facility per California Code of Regulations 77081. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: OPTION I Experience: Five (5) years of post graduate experience in a mental health program including three (3) years of clinical supervision and administrative experience. Education: 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.) OPTION II Experience: Six (6) years of professional experience in hospital or health care administration, four (4) of which was in the mental health field. Education: Master's Degree in hospital, Public Health or public administration from an accredited college or university. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.) 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. Merced County Library is seeking two extra-help Special Project Coordinators to start a Family Literacy Program as part of the Read and Succeed Adult Literacy Program with Merced County Library. The Special Project Coordinators will development and implement the Family Literacy program under the direction of the Literacy Coordinator. Desirable Experience: Knowledge of adult and family literacy and child development theory. Must have experience as a facilitator and the ability to collaborate with community partners. Desirable Education: High School or equivalent AND Two (2) years of college with background in early literacy, child development, education, or various areas of study. Desirable License: Possession of a valid Class "C" driver's license, or equivalent. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Develop and implement a Family Literacy program under direction of Literacy Coordinator Create and facilitate workshops about parenting, early literacy and family health Liaise with community partners to coordinate service delivery Create reports necessary to comply with grant requirements Maintain record and track funding requirements Work with families of diverse demographics Assist with recruiting and training volunteers for Family Literacy activities Travel within Merced County to conduct program activities Coordination of Family Literacy activities Use of computer software to create and conduct program reports and workshops Travel for professional development training Ability to work cooperatively in a program with limited resources Flexible scheduling to include evenings and weekends Public speaking in small and large group settings 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: Implement the policies and procedures adopted by the Children and Families Commission. Ensures coordination of Commission meetings, preparation of agenda, minutes and other documents. Ensures proper public notice of commission meetings. Coordinates meetings and program efforts of Advisory Committee/Task Forces. Negotiates and prepares contracts with providers of services funded by the Commission. Reviews and proposes updates to the strategic plan; coordinates community needs assessments activities. Advises the Commission on interpretation and application of the State Commission policies and practices, Develops and monitors program budgets; Provides oversight of funds disbursed by the Commission. Supervises other Commission support staff, including performance evaluations and counseling of employees. Make oral presentations/training before groups. Represents the Commission at local, regional and State meetings and conferences and may serve as a Spokesperson for the Commission. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience which has included two or more of the following areas: community organization, budget preparation, grant writing and management, contract administration, program planning, development and coordination in social services, health care, public health, early childhood education, public administration, or a closely related field. Education: Bachelor's degree in social services, health services, sociology, psychology, early childhood education and development, public health, public administration or related fields. (Master's preferred; Doctorate desirable). Education as a nurse, social worker, or early childhood educator is highly desirable. Additional qualifying experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis. 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: Develops, coordinates and directs the implementation of National Floodplain Management Program and the County Infrastructure Facility Fee Program with the County Planning Department, the building Division and the General Public. Plans, develops and administers all County Service Area Budgets. Represents the County in matters involving the Merced County Streams Flood Control Project, Mustang Creek Flood Control Facilities and Westside Energy Task Force. Consults with other supervisors regarding administrative, personnel, operational, and technical problems. Confers with departmental administration in the development and implementation of departmental and divisional policies and procedures throughout the Department of Public Works. Analyzes and makes recommendations on new programs and grants for community projects. Supervises reviews and coordinates duties of consultants in the preparation of reports, plans and specifications and assists in the preparation of grant applications. Administers contract construction projects, including supervision of inspectors and quality control of contract work. Acts as liaison with other County departments, agencies and interested parties in order to solve problems and complete necessary work. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible public works engineering, or public administration experience including two (2) years in an administrative or supervisory capacity. Education: Graduation from a four (4) year college with a major in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, or a closely related field. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis). Licenses: 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: 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: Coordinates the activities of a janitorial crew. Participates in the interview and performance evaluation of staff. Observes the staff performance and may provide training on safety, product and equipment uses. Handles work requests for the County departments. Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created. Conducts major cleaning of assigned facilities. Service, clean, and supply restrooms. Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them. Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures. Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications. Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors. Notify managers concerning the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems. Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees. Polishes metal work. Cleans and maintains furnishings by cleaning, dusting and polishing furniture, woodwork, metal work and cabinets. Empties and cleans waste receptacles. Cleans stairways, hallways, rest rooms, offices, lobbies, ceilings, walls, window shades, light fixtures, interior glass partitions and venetian blinds. Assists in moving and arranging furniture and equipment. Turns out lights and locks doors and windows. Checks and maintains operational condition of cleaning equipment. Operates scrubbers, buffers, waxers, and other equipment and machinery. Replaces light bulbs and tubes. Requisitions supplies as needed. Regulates building temperature. May operate County vehicles to deliver and pick up supplies, equipment and other items as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Two (2) years of experience equivalent to that of a Janitor in Merced County. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

NOTE: This recruitment isfor Full TimeDeputy Sheriff/Coroner I/II positions. However, Extra Help Reserve positions may be filled from this list. Reserve Extra Help pay rateis from $11.00 to$33.00 per hour. Extra Help employees are not entitled to County benefits. NOTE: Applications will not be accepted withoutsubmission of California Basic POST Certificate or California Basic Academy Graduation Certificate or proof of current enrollment in a Basic P.O.S.T. Academy. Duties may include, depending upon assignment, but are not limited to the following: Patrols assigned areas and answers calls for protection of life and property. Conducts preliminary investigations and interrogates witnesses. Tests for sobriety, performs CPR and First Aid, physically restrains subjects and prisoners. Substantiate findings of fact in court. Serve warrants, subpoenas and make arrests; serves subpoenas; investigates accidents. Responds to death scenes and secures area, examines body and scene for forensic evidence. Gathers information to assist in determining cause of death. Coordinates and cooperates with responding personnel and release of body and/or organs. Secures personal belongings and effects of the deceased, notifies next of kin. May assist in the disposition of the deceased due to death by natural causes. Refers questionable deaths to the Coroner's division. Delivers and executes civil processes such as writs of attachment, possession and execution, subpoenas, summons and complaints. Assists and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies' investigations and arrests. Lifts latent prints, takes pictures or makes sketches of crime scene and takes plaster at crime scenes. Gather evidence and take statements in connection with suspected criminal activities. Keeps firearms and other equipment in good working condition. May function as a SWAT Team memberor function as an undercoverofficer for the detection and prevention of the sale of narcotics and the arrest of drug offenders. Performs public relations and community policing activities to includelaw enforcement education, public safety, and crime prevention. May be assigned to schools, community law enforcement offices, correctional facilities, equestrian law enforcement, canine unit, lake patrol, or other special assignments. Performs assigned shift responsibilities, maintains confidentiality; follows supervisor'sdirection and department rules and regulations; mayassist with training new staff. Duties as assigned in the Court Security Services Division: Primary duty is to serve as bailiff to the Superior Courts of Merced County. Maintains security and preserve order in courtroom facilities. Holds, guards and transports prisoners from Detention to Court and return. During court, takes charge of jury, witnesses and other personnel involved in the cases. May make court room arrests. Provides support to other law enforcement agencies and Deputy Sheriff/Coroners outside of court related duties. Develop a close working relationship with judges and court personnel in order to ensure the efficient operation of the court. Keep records, prepare reports and perform related office work as required. Protects assigned judge, jury, public and courtroom Prepares detailed reports of all activities; deliver and execute civil processes. Transports persons arrested to jail or court. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Level I None. Level II Two (2) years of experience in law enforcement work equivalent to Deputy Sheriff/Coroner I. Education: High school graduation or equivalence. Certification: Possession of Certification of Completion from a Basic P.O.S.T Academy and First Aid and CPR certificates. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Citizenship: Must be a United States Citizen Note: Applications will be accepted with proof of current enrollment in a Basic P.O.S.T. Academy. Appointments will only be made after successful completion of Basic P.O.S.T. Academy. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Please note: Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to 25 hours a week. This recruitment will be used to fill Extra Help Student Intern vacancies in the Public Defender Department. The Extra Help Student Intern will provide general assistance while gaining valuable work experience. Assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department. 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: Clean walks, fields, and other facilities. Does general grounds and facilities cleaning tasks. Perform general janitorial tasks such as sweeps, mops, and scrubs floors. Empty and clean waste receptacles. Clean restrooms and building facilities in the recreational areas. May perform toll station duties such as collecting fees and giving general assistance to park visitors. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: None required. Education: Sufficient to understand and carry out typical duties of the position. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Extra help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. The individual hired for this position will be expected to work various shift and be able to complete multiple tasks, from sorting and inventorying equipment to general field maintenance that will assist the communities we serve, as needed. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Plan, organize and supervise recreation programs at playgrounds, community centers or other recreational facilities. Supervise group leaders in special programs. May work with school and community groups on matters of recreational interest. Assist in the inspection of recreation and parks facilities. Minimum Qualifications: Experience None required, at least 16 years of age. license: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: PASS A CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK PURSUANT TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES RULES AND REGULATIONS, SECTION 2, B Closing Date/Time: Continuous

This is an at-will classification under the direction of and serves at the pleasure of the Public Health Director. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Provides medical consultation to public and environmental health programs in compliance with California Health and Safety Codes and local ordinances. Maintains high visibility and expertise on community health issues and fosters community partnerships and collaboration. Enforces federal, state and local public health laws. Serves as the Registrar for births and deaths. Provides medical oversight to clinical and case investigation activities related to sexually transmitted diseases, tuberculosis, immunization and jail medical services. Provides medical review and oversight to maternal and child health programs such as the California Children's Services Program's Medical Therapy Unit. Consults with the Director and other staff on population based public health practices and activities. Consults with theDepartment's Epidemiologists on communicable disease surveillance and investigations and/or population health analytics. Responsible for the development of medically oriented policies, procedures and protocols. May serve as the Operational Area Disaster Medical Health Coordinator and/or provide medical leadership during a public health threat or emergency. May provide medical oversight for the Local Emergency Medical Services System including medical requirements and licensure of participants in a medical reserve corps. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Two (2) or more years of full time experience in preventive, or primary care work in a County or State public health agency OR Four (4) or more years of full time experience in a primary care medical practice. AND Working knowledge of public health sciences, epidemiology, maternal and child health, environmental health and public health medical science and its application. Education: Graduation from a medical school approved by the Board of Medical Quality Assurance, State of California. Master's degree in Public Health (MPH) from an accredited school of public health, with course work in Epidemiology,Environmental Health, Maternal and Child Health or other closely related field,in the United States is highly desirable. Certification: Certification or eligibility for certification in one of the following medical specialties: Preventive Medicine, Family Practice, Internal Medicine (primary care track preferred) or Pediatrics. License: Possession of a valid physicians and surgeon's certificate issued by the Board of Medical Quality Assurance of the State of California at the time of appointment or able to acquire California status by appointment. Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. 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

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs a broad range of complex appraisal, audit, and administrative work. Plans, organizes, manages and coordinates the work of a staff of Auditor-Appraisers performing personal property and business appraisals. Schedules and assigns audit workloads, reviews each auditor's work and assists staff with the more complex areas of individual assignments as needed. Prepares an annual update of all property statements to conform with State standards. Answers questions and assists taxpayers in the preparation of personal property returns. Keeps records and prepares reports and an annual compilation of factors and valuation rates for assessment purposes, including market research. Prepares and presents assessment cases to the Board of Appeals. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the appraisal of personal and business property for tax purposes. Education: Graduation from a four (4) year college with a major in accounting or its equivalent. Certification as an Accountant (CPA or PA) in California may be substituted for the required education. License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. Possess and maintain a valid advanced certificate as an Auditor-Appraiser/Appraiser issued by the California State Board of Equalization. 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 apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/ To view the job description, please click here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cpshr/jobs/2134393/supervising-social-worker-mss-title-supervising-social-worker-ii Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Develop, coordinate and manage quality management and regulatory compliance functions. Oversee utilization review, medication monitoring, confidentiality of records and peer review in accordance with federal, state, and local government requirements. Plan, negotiate and monitor agreements and contracts with plan care and review providers. Develop and prepare complex fiscal recommendations, reports, projections and studies. Initiate, develop and revise written policies and procedures for the compliance program. Plan and oversee regular periodic audits and internal reviews of operations. Prepares department, federal, state, and funding agency reports. Provide authorization of treatment of Medi-Cal recipients to public and private care providers. Acts as liaison with State Department of Mental Health and regional quality management contractors. Attends relevant state and regional meetings. Works closely with department managers in developing program policies which meet federal, state, and local government requirements. Monitors appropriateness and quality of care. Minimum Qualifications: Experience :Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in mental health adult/youth systems of care programs in a Mental Health Public Agency.Experience shall include program evaluation with experience in the development OR administration of Adult Services and/or Youth services programs.Preferred work background shall include experience in areas such as medical records/quality management, utilization review, managed care, quality improvement, supervision of staff, and administrative program oversight. Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited institution with a master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or closely related field License :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. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

DesirableExperience: Experience as a Microbiologist in an approved Public Health Laboratory. Desirable Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a bachelor's degree in Medical or Public Health Microbiology, or an equivalent major as determined by the State Department of Health Services. Desirable License: Possession of a valid California certificate as a Public Health Microbiologist issued by the State Department of Public Health. 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

~Under direction to plan, organize, direct and supervise the work of an assigned unit performing client services which may include case management, initial and continuing eligibility for public assistance, development and implementation of service plans for employment and family self-sufficiency. Participates in the training and development of personnel, develops community resources for employment and educational placements; performs related work as required. Job Requirements: ~Minimum Qualifications While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, only applicants who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job will be selected to continue in the recruitment process. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline. Experience: Two (2) years of full-time advanced journey level experience as a Family Services Representative III. OR Experience: Three (3) years of full-time journey level experience as a Family Services Representative II. OR Experience: Three (3) years of full-time journey level experience spent determining eligibility for public assistance, preferably in an automated environment. OR Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience performing a variety of employment and training services for a community organization, or public agency, preferably including experience in a lead or supervisory position. OR Experience: One (1) year of experience comparable to that of an Employment and Training Worker III with Merced County. AND Education: Completion of 15 semester or 22 quarter college units in career planning, vocational guidance, principles of personality development, occupational testing and measurement, and counseling preparation. (Six (6) months of additional work experience, as described above, may be substituted for the required education.)

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

Please Note: List will be established to fill vacancies throughout the BHRS department. Incumbents assigned to the current vacancy in Community Enrichment Services Division will oversee and administer the activities associated with the identification, development and operation of housing for clients with serious mental illness. 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

Desirable: 5 years of civil litigation experience. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Serves as legal counsel and attends meetings of boards and commissions. May act as legal advisor for County offices on involved matters. Prepares formal legislative measures, ordinances, resolutions, deeds, contracts, leases, and other legal instruments. Prosecutes legal action on behalf of, and defends actions against, the County and its subdivisions before courts of origin, appellate courts, and various administrative bodies. Confers with and advise officers of County departments and representatives of special districts on questions pertaining to their respective powers, duties, functions, and obligations. May provide lead direction and act as a legal resource to other professional staff. Assists the County Counsel, Assistant County Counsel, andChief Deputy County Counsel as needed. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Level II One (1) year of experience in the practice of civil or criminal law. Level III Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in the practice of civil law. Level IV One (1) year of experience as a Deputy County Counsel III with Merced County. OR Four (4) years of experience in the practice of civil law. License: 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. 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

~Under general direction, the Social Worker III carries a difficult caseload involving the determination of need for basic social services functions for applicants or clients; performs social studies and assignments involving individualized treatment and specialized application of casework methods and skills; provides comprehensive casework services of a tangible nature; and performs other related work as assigned. Job Requirements: https://secure1.cpshr.us/mss_jobs/JobDetails.aspx?Postings=9679 CLICK ON THE LINK FOR A COMPREHENSIVE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT INCLUDING DESCRIPTION, QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND APPLICATION PROCESS.

Under general supervision, to perform complex secretarial duties for and to serve as the personal, confidential assistant to an administrator, or Countywide Board or Commission; to do other related work, as assigned. FOR A COMPLETE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT CLICK ON: Secretary II (Confidential) Job Requirements: FOR A COMPLETE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT CLICK ON: Secretary II (Confidential)

Per minimum qualifications, to beconsidered for this recruitment, an application and current BASIC and Intermediate certificate issued by the State Peace Officers Training Commission must be submitted. This list is being established to fill vacancies in both the Operations and Corrections divisions of the Sheriff's Office. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Must be able to perform all of the duties of a Deputy Sheriff. Supervises and assists deputies assigned throughout the agency and in various areas of the County. Ensures proper use of departmental equipment. May have some supervisory responsibilities over the receiving and assignment of prisoners and the maintenance of departmental records and communication activities. Coordinate and cooperate with responding personnel regarding death certificate and release of body and/or organs, securing personal effects and belongings of the deceased, making notifications to next of kin and completing required reports. May supervise the photographing of crime scenes and materials offered as evidence in criminal proceedings and may supervise the interchange of identification information with the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the State Division of Criminal Identification and Investigation. Ability to supervise response to critical incidents. Locates suspects, makes arrests and search and seizes criminal evidence, interrogates suspects, prepares evidence and comprehensive reports of investigations and arrests. May function as a Specialty Team supervisor or undercover officer conducting in-depth investigations for the detection and prevention of the sale of narcotics and the arrest of drug offenders. May serve as an undercover agent for vice and narcotic investigations and may conduct internal investigations. Performs assigned shift supervisory responsibilities, conducts administrative investigations, maintains confidentiality, follows Captain and administration direction and department rules and regulations, trains new staff, supervises community volunteers. Ability to evaluate employee performance. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to those of a Deputy Sheriff II in Merced County Sheriff's Department. Certificate: Possession of a Basic and Intermediate certificate issued by the State Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission. (Effective March 1, 1983) License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License, at the time of appointment. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plans, organizes, manages, directs and supervises the programs and services of an assigned area of the Merced County Library System. Assists with development of the unit budget, justification of proposed budget changes, and expenditure control. Has responsibility for the supervision, training, and evaluation of subordinate staff and volunteers. Supervises central/branch library systems and is responsible for the book collections for central/branches, and the layout and design of central/branches. Assists patrons with the use of library services and developing new collections. Develops and maintains records and procedures and inventory control. Reviews and recommends books and other materials for selection, repair or discard. Coordinates assigned functions with other County departments and engages in a variety of public relations activities. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience and professional working background in the development and provision of library services and programs, including at least one (1) year in a full supervisory capacity. Education: Possession of 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. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Reviews difficult and unusual cases with Probation Officers. Assists in coordinating staff members responsible for inter related cases. Assigns cases for investigation by Probation Officers and suggests procedures for investigations. Also conducts case reviews of all assigned files. Presents reports and recommendations to the Court. Helps plan and conduct community educational activities and conducts training. Conducts internal administrative and background investigations and prepares reports. Train, supervise and evaluate assigned staff. Participates in the grievance procedure of employees or their representatives. Assists in the implementation of policy changes or develops and implements policy as assigned. Evaluates departmental programs and implements new or revised programs. Assists in community outreach which may include special volunteer or paid programs for prevention/treatment. Minimum Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Four (4) years of full-time experience in probation/parole field casework or similar work in a related correctional field. Education: Graduation from a four (4) year accredited college or university with a degree. (One year graduate training in the field of Criminology, Public Administration, Psychology, Sociology, or similar field may be substituted for no more than one (1) year of the required experience.) Licenses: 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. Possess and maintain a STC Certificate for Deputy Probation Officer Core Training, or certificate for STC supervisor core, 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. Must be free from any physical, mental or emotional condition that might adversely affect the exercise of Peace Officer powers. Satisfactorily complete the Merced County Probation Departments Armed Academy. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversees and coordinates the planning, development and use of the department's automation systems and services, including hardware maintenance and the updating of software. Installs and integrates personal computer software and hardware and tests applications. Develops training plans and instruct users on department systems. Provides network support in coordination with the County Data Processing and other systems. Evaluates existing and proposed programs and services. Develops/implements data collection systems used in the analysis of programs and special projects. Develops data presentations including charts, graphs, and analytical reports. Consults with the various units of the department on planning for reporting of data to insure statistical validity. Designs forms and establishes code and coding procedures for collection of data. Participates in training workshops/meetings. Maintains access and security for automated access systems, voice mail, and other systems. Review new laws and regulations for their impact on departmental computer operations. Performs a variety of analytical assignments. Minimum Qualifications: Automation Systems Analyst I Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a degree in computer systems, statistics, mathematics or a closely related field. Directly related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Automation Systems Analyst II Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a degree in computer systems, statistics, mathematics or a closely related field. Experience: One (1) year of experience equivalent to an Automation Systems Analyst I in Merced County. Additional directly related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for-year basis. 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 a week. Extra-Help pay rateis $15.64 per hour. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Provide assistance to patrons in locating materials and instructs in the use of library materials, card and on-line catalogs. Process requests for books, or other materials through the Interlibrary Loan system. Explain library rules and procedures. Issue library cards. Processes returned books. Shelves and prepares library materials for circulation. Search for lost or misplaced materials. Research less complex reference questions. Maintain records of materials overdue. Collect fines or fees. Organize and display material. Create and assemble visual aids. May plan and promote special activities and weekly programs such as story time and the summer reading program. May conduct library tours. Identify problems and may take action to correct or refer to superior as needed. May train and/or direct the work of extra-help or work program participants. Operate typewriter, microfiche, computers, and other office machines. Utilize the computer to catalog library materials and maintain the community services information file. Perform copy cataloging of fiction and new editions of books. May utilize computer to make flyers, signs, holdings, lists, overbuys and letters. May keep routine statistical data. May train to initiate correspondence with publishers to resolve difficulties with orders or invoices. Train/Index and maintain special collections including telephone books and documents. May train/assist with library automation projects and the on-line cataloging of materials. Research and assist patrons with reference questions. May keep statistics of daily circulation and other data. May be assigned to the Bookmobile. Minimum Qualifications: Library Assistant I Experience: Two (2) years of clerical experience, preferably including experience in library clerical work. (College course-work in Library Science or related field may substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis) Library Assistant II Experience: One (1) year of experience equivalent to that of a Library Assistant 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. Some positions in this classification may require possession of a valid California driver's license. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver's license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the 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.Extra-Help pay rate is up to a maximum of $21.20 per hour. Under general supervision or direction, to prepare charts, diagrams, and maps illustrating planning studies; assist the public with the filing of applications and permits with the County Planning Department; assist in the preparation of planning reports; and perform other related duties, as assigned. Level I incumbents perform a variety of technical planning activities in support of professional planners. Level II incumbents work independently on assignments and more specialized tasks. Level II positions are expected to interpret and implement development codes/policies and provide training to level I personnel. Minimum Qualifications: Level I Experience: One (1) year of experience in work requiring public contact. Education: Completion of 60 semester units or equivalent at an accredited college or university, including a minimum of 12 semester units or equivalent in planning, drafting, computer- aided drafting, geographic information systems, or closely related field. Level II Experience: Three (3) years of technical planning experience in drafting layout, graphic arts, cartography, architectural design, or direct experience in work requiring public contact and the explanation of rules and regulations to the public. Education: Completion of 60 semester units or equivalent at an accredited college or university, including a minimum of 12 semester units or equivalent in planning, drafting, computer- aided drafting, geographic information systems, or closely related field. OR Experience: Two (2) years experience comparable to a Planning Technician I with Merced County. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Receives and reviews complaints filed in all types of cases. Examines the evidence, interrogates witnesses, and investigates the scene of the crime. Determines if a crime has been committed, and whether the evidence justifies prosecution. Conducts pleadings, arraignments, pretrial agreements, and other aspects of trial work. Assigns investigators to secure evidence or makes personal investigations. Confers with the judge or defense attorney regarding modification or withdrawal of charges. Selection of jurors, prosecution and dispositions of cases. Argues points of law, presents opening statements, final arguments or summations. Prepares and reviews correspondence; dictates briefs and handles appeals. Advises the public and local law enforcement agencies on legal procedures/problems. 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. Level IV Two (2) years of experience as a Deputy District Attorney III with Merced County OR four (4) years of experience in the practice of law. Special Requirement: Active membership in the State Bar of California. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Examine and audit accounting and financial records, tax returns, and other business records in connection with the appraisal of personal and business property for tax assessment purposes. Assists with the analysis of depreciation reserves and fixed asset accounts to evaluate depreciation methods and the appropriateness of depreciation reserves for valuation purposes. Explains property tax regulations and appraisal procedures to taxpayers and their representatives. Analyzes depreciation reserves and fixed asset accounts to evaluate depreciation methods and the appropriateness of depreciation reserves for valuation purposes. Prepares data, and defends challenged appraisals before the Board of Equalization. Analyzes the valuation of personal property; makes physical inspection and computes appraisal value of holdings, equipment and fixtures, including office equipment, machinery and equipment. Minimum Qualifications: Auditor-Appraiser I Experience: None required Education: Graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a major in accounting, auditing, business administration, or a related field. Specialization in accounting from a recognized institution of higher education is required by the Revenue and Taxation Code (specialization includes 18 units of accounting and auditing courses) and must be accepted by the State Board of Equalization. Possession of a CPA or PA Accountant license in the State of California may substitute for the required education. Certification/License: Eligibility for either temporary or permanent certification as an appraiser/auditor-appraiser by the California State Board of Equalization. If temporary certification is used to meet this requirement, the employee must acquire permanent certification within one year from the date of appointment to this class to obtain a permanent certification. Auditor-Appraiser II Experience: One (1) year of experience in the appraisal of personal property for tax purposes. Education: Graduation from college with a major in accounting, auditing, business administration, or a related field. Possession of a license as CPA or PA Accountant may substitute for the required education. Certification/License: Permanent certification as an appraiser/auditor-appraiser by the California State Board of Equalization. Auditor-Appraiser III Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the appraisal of personal property for tax purposes. Education: Graduation from college with a major in accounting, auditing, business administration, or a related field. Possession of a license as a CPA or PA Accountant in State of California may substitute for the required education. Certification/License: Permanent certification as an appraiser/auditor-appraiser by the California State Board of Equalization. Auditor-Appraiser I/II/III 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: Prepare documents and confirm compliance with statues, court decisions, or other legal authorities. Assist attorneys to prepare, assemble, and organize legal options and memoranda such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, motions, search warrants, contracts, complaints, petitions, ordinances, interrogatories and other legal documents used by attorneys. On behalf of attorneys, make appointments and maintain calendar of court dates and conferences. May recommend form revisions and procedural changes as appropriate. Take appropriate follow-up action on legal documents such as filing documents with appropriate courts, arranging for court trial dates and opposing counsel. Type a variety of material from handwritten or typed draft copy, and prepare correspondence or reports. Perform routine clerical tasks such as filing, duplicating, photocopying, and assembling mail. May interview witnesses, collect statistical data and conduct financial investigations. May assist in training and directing the work of subordinate clerical staff. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: Three (3) years of experience preparing a variety of legal documents, supplemented by coursework in legal office practices and business law, preferably with at least one (1) year of experience equivalent to a Legal Secretary. OR Three (3) years of documented experience in performing research and analysis, and drafting subpoenas, writs, complaints, or similar para-legal activities. OR Completion of an approved legal para-professional training program and two (2) years of experience in the preparation of legal documents. 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

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

Click on the link to view the entire job announcement. 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. Job Requirements: While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, only applicants who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job will be selected to continue in the recruitment process. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline. 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.

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both full time and extra help vacancies. Please note: Extra help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra Help Rate is $14.96 per hour. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Waters, mows, weeds, trims, reseeds, and applies fertilizers to lawns and fields. Rakes leaves, cleans walks, fields and other facilities. Performs general grounds cleaning work and litter removal. Plants trees, flowers, and shrubs and performs ground-level tree and shrub pruning. Performs cleaning and maintenance work in park or airport facilities, buildings and other recreation areas. Performs or may assist with building maintenance tasks such as replacing broken toilets, plumbing, electrical systems and parts, painting, and repairs doors. May fuel vehicles and maintain mileage/fuel usage records. Operates power mowers, tractors, lawn edgers, and other manual tools and power equipment. May operate trucks, street sweepers, or equipment such as backhoes, trenchers, brush hog and gang mower. May also perform service or minor maintenance to equipment and/or vehicles. Repairs furniture and other equipment. Checks buildings, equipment and grounds to locate conditions indicting the need for repairs and maintenance. May repair and replace gates, fences, walls, and walks. Assists with the installation and maintenance of sprinkler systems. Performs heavy manual labor, mixes and pours concrete, digs ditches and lays pipe. May apply fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides and insecticides to fields, grass, trees and shrubs. May examine state of large trees in recreational areas for possible hazards. May climb trees using ropes, ladders, or hydraulic lifts for tree trimming purposes and removal. May be required to be responsible for a crew of volunteers, general relief, or summer youth workers. Depending upon assigned locations, may provide park visitors with information on facility use and park rules and regulations. Assists in identifying and reporting violations of park rules and regulations. May inspect playground equipment for safety defects. Maintain baseball fields and other recreational areas in proper conditions. May handle set up and take down of tables, chairs, and equipment for special events. Minimum Qualifications: Ground Maintenance Worker I Experience: One (1) year of experience in grounds keeping, building maintenance, or related work. Ground Maintenance Worker II Experience: One (1) year of experience comparable to that of a Grounds Maintenance Worker I in Merced County. Ground Maintenance Worker I/II License: Possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment and maintain. The incumbent may be required to obtain valid certification from the State of California for application of herbicides and pesticides. 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

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: 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