Nevada County, CA
Nevada City, California, United States
Definition and Class Characteristics THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST OF QUALIFIED CANDIDATES TO FILL FUTURE VACANT POSITIONS We are looking for highly motivated and passionate individuals to join our Public Safety Dispatch team as Sheriff's Dispatchers! Do you enjoy helping people and can be calm under pressure? Do you enjoy working in a fast paced environment? Have you ever considered working as a Sheriff's Dispatcher? This highly sought after career allows you to be the first, first responder assisting the community in their time of need. If you are someone who is able to handle multiple tasks at once and doesn't mind shift work including nights and holidays, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Our 9-1-1 dispatch center is staffed with highly dedicated professionals that answer over 50,000 calls a year. Being a dispatcher is one of the toughest jobs that you'll ever love. **UP TO $5,000.00 HIRING BONUS** **************************************************************** THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST OF QUALIFIED CANDIDATES TO FILL FUTURE VANCANT POSITIONS POST PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER WRITTEN EXAM DATES: EXAM DATE: THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2024 INTERVIEW DATE: WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 2024 ADVANCED NOTICE OF TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES ALLOW OUR CANDIDATES THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADJUST SCHEDULES FOR PARTICIPATION IN OUR EXAMINATION PROCESS. **IF YOU APPLY DURING THIS RECRUITMENT PERIOD, PLEASE PLAN TO BE AVAILABLE ON THE WRITTEN EXAM DATE INDICATED ABOVE. IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE PLEASE PLAN TO APPLY IN A FUTURE RECRUITMENT PERIOD. WRITTEN EXAM IS SCHEDULED IN NEVADA COUNTY - NO REMOTE TESTING OPTIONS If you are interested in taking the first step towards a career in law enforcement and are motivated to join our team after learning about us and what we do to make a difference in our community, apply to be a part of our team. We want to meet you! The law enforcement dispatch field is exciting, and provides opportunities for growth and promotion. Apply now to become a part of our incredible team. Recruitment incentives-between $1,000.00 and $5,000.00 paid over a 1-year period (either new or lateral hires). The recruitment incentive is paid in two parts, half upon hire and the remainder paid upon completion of a 12-month probation period. Relocation Incentives, Referral Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayments are also available to qualified candidates! Benefits: This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA). Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education. HIRING PROCESS Step 1: Apply! Complete your job application. Step 2: Attend the POST Public Safety Dispatcher Written Exam with a score of 47.0 or higher. This exam is designed to measure your verbal ability, reasoning, memory and perceptual ability. Step 3: Candidates who successfully pass the POST Public Safety Dispatcher Exam will be placed on our eligibility list. Your name will remain our eligibility list for six months. Step 4: Prepare your POST Personal History Statement in preparation of oral interviews. Step 5: Interviews - Our Dispatch management team will schedule oral panel interviews with candidates on the eligibility list. A completed POST Personal History Statement must be provided at the time of oral interview. Step 6 : Background investigation - After successful passing of the oral interviews, eligible applicants will undergo an in-depth background investigation. Step 7: Sheriff's Interview / Conditional Job Offer: After successfully passing a background investigation, applicants at this state will be invited to a Captain's interview, then a Sheriff's interview. If applicants pass both the Captain's and Sheriff's interviews they will receive a conditional job offer pending the successful completion of a medical and psychological exam, and drug and alcohol test. Once all conditions are met, a start date will be issued. Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides relevant programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Read the full job description for more information. Examples of Duties Under general supervision, receives and assesses 911 system emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatches fire, medical and law enforcement personnel; maintains radio and telephone communication between the Nevada County Sheriff's Department and law enforcement, fire protection, and emergency service personnel within the County; and performs related work as required. Sheriff's Dispatcher I: This is the entry-level classification in the series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform duties of increasing complexity. This class is flexibly staffed with Sheriff's Dispatcher II and incumbents normally advance to the higher level after gaining sufficient experience and demonstrating proficiency to meet the requirements of the Sheriff's Dispatcher II. Education and Experience Required Level I: Completion of 12th grade and one year of experience in a setting which involves public contact, heavy phone usage, or customer service. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid California or Nevada driver's license within 30 days of hire. Must complete POST (Peace Officer Standards Training) Dispatch Academy training within 12 months of date of hire and complete CLETS/NCIC certification within the designated training period. PROOF OF TYPING AT A NET RATE OF 35 WPM IS REQUIRED. PLEASE ATTACH PROOF OF YOUR TYPING ABILITY TO APPLICATION. If you don't have a typing certificate, please visit www.freetypinggame.net . Click on the Tests tab at the top and then select Free Certificate Tests and follow the steps. Once you have your certificate, save it and attach it in the attachment section of your application prior to submitting. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Sustained posture and attentiveness for console operation with limited breaks; vision sufficient to read video monitors, annunciator lights, computer screens, and printed materials; manual dexterity to operate control console, computer keyboards, telephone, radio and standard office equipment; speech and hearing to communicate clearly by radio, telephone and in person. Must work rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, and overtime. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations. Other Requirements: Must submit to and pass a psychological evaluation, medical examination and a background investigation. This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group. Health Insurance The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs. 2024 Health Insurance Plans Anthem Select HMO Anthem Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser HMO PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum PPO PORAC (Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA. Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya: Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider. Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions. CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62 CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you. NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov Closing Date/Time: 6/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Definition and Class Characteristics THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST OF QUALIFIED CANDIDATES TO FILL FUTURE VACANT POSITIONS We are looking for highly motivated and passionate individuals to join our Public Safety Dispatch team as Sheriff's Dispatchers! Do you enjoy helping people and can be calm under pressure? Do you enjoy working in a fast paced environment? Have you ever considered working as a Sheriff's Dispatcher? This highly sought after career allows you to be the first, first responder assisting the community in their time of need. If you are someone who is able to handle multiple tasks at once and doesn't mind shift work including nights and holidays, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Our 9-1-1 dispatch center is staffed with highly dedicated professionals that answer over 50,000 calls a year. Being a dispatcher is one of the toughest jobs that you'll ever love. **UP TO $5,000.00 HIRING BONUS** **************************************************************** THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST OF QUALIFIED CANDIDATES TO FILL FUTURE VANCANT POSITIONS POST PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER WRITTEN EXAM DATES: EXAM DATE: THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2024 INTERVIEW DATE: WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 2024 ADVANCED NOTICE OF TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES ALLOW OUR CANDIDATES THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADJUST SCHEDULES FOR PARTICIPATION IN OUR EXAMINATION PROCESS. **IF YOU APPLY DURING THIS RECRUITMENT PERIOD, PLEASE PLAN TO BE AVAILABLE ON THE WRITTEN EXAM DATE INDICATED ABOVE. IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE PLEASE PLAN TO APPLY IN A FUTURE RECRUITMENT PERIOD. WRITTEN EXAM IS SCHEDULED IN NEVADA COUNTY - NO REMOTE TESTING OPTIONS If you are interested in taking the first step towards a career in law enforcement and are motivated to join our team after learning about us and what we do to make a difference in our community, apply to be a part of our team. We want to meet you! The law enforcement dispatch field is exciting, and provides opportunities for growth and promotion. Apply now to become a part of our incredible team. Recruitment incentives-between $1,000.00 and $5,000.00 paid over a 1-year period (either new or lateral hires). The recruitment incentive is paid in two parts, half upon hire and the remainder paid upon completion of a 12-month probation period. Relocation Incentives, Referral Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayments are also available to qualified candidates! Benefits: This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA). Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education. HIRING PROCESS Step 1: Apply! Complete your job application. Step 2: Attend the POST Public Safety Dispatcher Written Exam with a score of 47.0 or higher. This exam is designed to measure your verbal ability, reasoning, memory and perceptual ability. Step 3: Candidates who successfully pass the POST Public Safety Dispatcher Exam will be placed on our eligibility list. Your name will remain our eligibility list for six months. Step 4: Prepare your POST Personal History Statement in preparation of oral interviews. Step 5: Interviews - Our Dispatch management team will schedule oral panel interviews with candidates on the eligibility list. A completed POST Personal History Statement must be provided at the time of oral interview. Step 6 : Background investigation - After successful passing of the oral interviews, eligible applicants will undergo an in-depth background investigation. Step 7: Sheriff's Interview / Conditional Job Offer: After successfully passing a background investigation, applicants at this state will be invited to a Captain's interview, then a Sheriff's interview. If applicants pass both the Captain's and Sheriff's interviews they will receive a conditional job offer pending the successful completion of a medical and psychological exam, and drug and alcohol test. Once all conditions are met, a start date will be issued. Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides relevant programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Read the full job description for more information. Examples of Duties Under general supervision, receives and assesses 911 system emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatches fire, medical and law enforcement personnel; maintains radio and telephone communication between the Nevada County Sheriff's Department and law enforcement, fire protection, and emergency service personnel within the County; and performs related work as required. Sheriff's Dispatcher I: This is the entry-level classification in the series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform duties of increasing complexity. This class is flexibly staffed with Sheriff's Dispatcher II and incumbents normally advance to the higher level after gaining sufficient experience and demonstrating proficiency to meet the requirements of the Sheriff's Dispatcher II. Education and Experience Required Level I: Completion of 12th grade and one year of experience in a setting which involves public contact, heavy phone usage, or customer service. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid California or Nevada driver's license within 30 days of hire. Must complete POST (Peace Officer Standards Training) Dispatch Academy training within 12 months of date of hire and complete CLETS/NCIC certification within the designated training period. PROOF OF TYPING AT A NET RATE OF 35 WPM IS REQUIRED. PLEASE ATTACH PROOF OF YOUR TYPING ABILITY TO APPLICATION. If you don't have a typing certificate, please visit www.freetypinggame.net . Click on the Tests tab at the top and then select Free Certificate Tests and follow the steps. Once you have your certificate, save it and attach it in the attachment section of your application prior to submitting. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Sustained posture and attentiveness for console operation with limited breaks; vision sufficient to read video monitors, annunciator lights, computer screens, and printed materials; manual dexterity to operate control console, computer keyboards, telephone, radio and standard office equipment; speech and hearing to communicate clearly by radio, telephone and in person. Must work rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, and overtime. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations. Other Requirements: Must submit to and pass a psychological evaluation, medical examination and a background investigation. This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group. Health Insurance The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs. 2024 Health Insurance Plans Anthem Select HMO Anthem Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser HMO PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum PPO PORAC (Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA. Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya: Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider. Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions. CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62 CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you. NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov Closing Date/Time: 6/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Nevada County, CA
Nevada City, California, United States
Definition and Class Characteristics THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST OF QUALIFIED CANDIDATES TO FILL FUTURE VACANT POSITIONS Are you an experienced Public Safety Dispatcher? Are you looking to take your career to the next level? We are looking for highly motivated and passionate individuals to join our Public Safety Dispatch team! If you are interested in advancing your career and are motivated to join our team after learning about us and what we do to make a difference in our community, apply to be a part of our exceptional team. We want to meet you! **UP TO $5,000.00 HIRING BONUS** **************************************************************** THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST OF QUALIFIED CANDIDATES TO FILL FUTURE VANCANT POSITIONS Recruitment incentives-between $1,000.00 and $5,000.00 paid over a 1-year period (either new or lateral hires). The recruitment incentive is paid in two parts, half upon hire and the remainder paid upon completion of a 12-month probation period. Relocation Incentives, Referral Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayments are also available to qualified candidates! Benefits: This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA). Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education. HIRING PROCESS Step 1: Apply! Complete your job application. Step 2: Applicants who pass the application screening will be placed on our eligibility list. Your name will remain active on our eligibility list for six months. Step 3: Prepare your POST Personal History Statement in preparation of oral interviews. Step 4: Interviews - Our Dispatch management team will schedule oral panel interviews with candidates on the eligibility list. A completed POST Personal History Statement must be provided at the time of oral interview. Step 5 : Background investigation - After successful passing of the oral interviews, eligible applicants will undergo an in-depth background investigation. Step 6: Sheriff's Interview / Conditional Job Offer: After successfully passing a background investigation, applicants at this state will be invited to a Captain's interview, then a Sheriff's interview. If applicants pass both the Captain's and Sheriff's interviews they will receive a conditional job offer pending the successful completion of a medical and psychological exam, and drug and alcohol test. Once all conditions are met, a start date will be issued. Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides relevant programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Read the full job description for more information. Examples of Duties Under general supervision, receives and assesses 911 system emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatches fire, medical and law enforcement personnel; maintains radio and telephone communication between the Nevada County Sheriff's Department and law enforcement, fire protection, and emergency service personnel within the County; and performs related work as required. Sheriff's Dispatcher II : This is the journey-level classification in the series. Incumbents are expected to possess a complete understanding of the functions, responsibilities and procedures of the dispatch division and perform the full range of duties with a minimum of supervision. Incumbents may assist in training less experienced dispatchers. Education and Experience Required Level I: Completion of 12th grade and one year of experience in a setting which involves public contact, heavy phone usage, or customer service. L evel II (in addition to the above): One year of experience performing public safety dispatch work at a level equivalent to the Sheriff's Dispatcher I classification in Nevada County. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid California or Nevada driver's license within 30 days of hire. Completion of POST (Peace Officer Standards Training) Dispatch Academy training. Completion of CLETS/NCIC certification or ability to obtain CLETS/NCIC certification within the assigned training period. Proof of typing/keyboarding at a net rate of 35 WPM or faster. You must attach proof of your POST Academy and Typing speed to your application. PROOF OF TYPING AT A NET RATE OF 35 WPM IS REQUIRED. PLEASE ATTACH PROOF OF YOUR TYPING ABILITY TO APPLICATION. If you don't have a typing certificate, please visit www.freetypinggame.net . Click on the Tests tab at the top and then select Free Certificate Tests and follow the steps. Once you have your certificate, save it and attach it in the attachment section of your application prior to submitting. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Sustained posture and attentiveness for console operation with limited breaks; vision sufficient to read video monitors, annunciator lights, computer screens, and printed materials; manual dexterity to operate control console, computer keyboards, telephone, radio and standard office equipment; speech and hearing to communicate clearly by radio, telephone and in person. Must work rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, and overtime. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations. Other Requirements: Must submit to and pass a psychological evaluation, medical examination and a background investigation. This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group. Health Insurance The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs. 2024 Health Insurance Plans Anthem Select HMO Anthem Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser HMO PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum PPO PORAC (Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA. Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya: Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider. Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions. CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62 CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you. NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Definition and Class Characteristics THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST OF QUALIFIED CANDIDATES TO FILL FUTURE VACANT POSITIONS Are you an experienced Public Safety Dispatcher? Are you looking to take your career to the next level? We are looking for highly motivated and passionate individuals to join our Public Safety Dispatch team! If you are interested in advancing your career and are motivated to join our team after learning about us and what we do to make a difference in our community, apply to be a part of our exceptional team. We want to meet you! **UP TO $5,000.00 HIRING BONUS** **************************************************************** THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST OF QUALIFIED CANDIDATES TO FILL FUTURE VANCANT POSITIONS Recruitment incentives-between $1,000.00 and $5,000.00 paid over a 1-year period (either new or lateral hires). The recruitment incentive is paid in two parts, half upon hire and the remainder paid upon completion of a 12-month probation period. Relocation Incentives, Referral Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayments are also available to qualified candidates! Benefits: This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA). Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education. HIRING PROCESS Step 1: Apply! Complete your job application. Step 2: Applicants who pass the application screening will be placed on our eligibility list. Your name will remain active on our eligibility list for six months. Step 3: Prepare your POST Personal History Statement in preparation of oral interviews. Step 4: Interviews - Our Dispatch management team will schedule oral panel interviews with candidates on the eligibility list. A completed POST Personal History Statement must be provided at the time of oral interview. Step 5 : Background investigation - After successful passing of the oral interviews, eligible applicants will undergo an in-depth background investigation. Step 6: Sheriff's Interview / Conditional Job Offer: After successfully passing a background investigation, applicants at this state will be invited to a Captain's interview, then a Sheriff's interview. If applicants pass both the Captain's and Sheriff's interviews they will receive a conditional job offer pending the successful completion of a medical and psychological exam, and drug and alcohol test. Once all conditions are met, a start date will be issued. Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides relevant programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Read the full job description for more information. Examples of Duties Under general supervision, receives and assesses 911 system emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatches fire, medical and law enforcement personnel; maintains radio and telephone communication between the Nevada County Sheriff's Department and law enforcement, fire protection, and emergency service personnel within the County; and performs related work as required. Sheriff's Dispatcher II : This is the journey-level classification in the series. Incumbents are expected to possess a complete understanding of the functions, responsibilities and procedures of the dispatch division and perform the full range of duties with a minimum of supervision. Incumbents may assist in training less experienced dispatchers. Education and Experience Required Level I: Completion of 12th grade and one year of experience in a setting which involves public contact, heavy phone usage, or customer service. L evel II (in addition to the above): One year of experience performing public safety dispatch work at a level equivalent to the Sheriff's Dispatcher I classification in Nevada County. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid California or Nevada driver's license within 30 days of hire. Completion of POST (Peace Officer Standards Training) Dispatch Academy training. Completion of CLETS/NCIC certification or ability to obtain CLETS/NCIC certification within the assigned training period. Proof of typing/keyboarding at a net rate of 35 WPM or faster. You must attach proof of your POST Academy and Typing speed to your application. PROOF OF TYPING AT A NET RATE OF 35 WPM IS REQUIRED. PLEASE ATTACH PROOF OF YOUR TYPING ABILITY TO APPLICATION. If you don't have a typing certificate, please visit www.freetypinggame.net . Click on the Tests tab at the top and then select Free Certificate Tests and follow the steps. Once you have your certificate, save it and attach it in the attachment section of your application prior to submitting. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Sustained posture and attentiveness for console operation with limited breaks; vision sufficient to read video monitors, annunciator lights, computer screens, and printed materials; manual dexterity to operate control console, computer keyboards, telephone, radio and standard office equipment; speech and hearing to communicate clearly by radio, telephone and in person. Must work rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, and overtime. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations. Other Requirements: Must submit to and pass a psychological evaluation, medical examination and a background investigation. This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group. Health Insurance The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs. 2024 Health Insurance Plans Anthem Select HMO Anthem Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser HMO PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum PPO PORAC (Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA. Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya: Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider. Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions. CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62 CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you. NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov
Sonoma County, CA
Santa Rosa, California, United States
Position Information THIS RECRUITMENT IS PROMOTIONAL ONLY. YOU MUST PRESENTLY BE A FULL- OR PART-TIME REGULAR OR PROBATIONARY COUNTY OF SONOMA, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, SONOMA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS, OR SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY EMPLOYEE IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION. The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office has requested a department promotional certification to fill a Sheriff's Information Bureau Manager position. Only qualified permanent and/or probationary Sonoma County Sheriff's Office employees on the eligible list may be eligible for referral to the department for the advertised position. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. County employees who wish to be considered for future vacancies should consider applying to this recruitment. Reporting to the Law Enforcement Field Services Division Captain, the Sheriff's Office Information Bureau Manager oversees the operations and activities of the Central Information Bureau. Using considerable independent judgment and discretion, they ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, staying up to date on changing legislation. They additionally conduct analytical studies to develop and implement new or existing programs and manage the access, use, and release of protected information. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, graduation from an accredited four-year college with major course work in Administration of Justice, public administration, management information systems, or records management would provide such opportunity. Specific course work in law enforcement management is highly desirable. Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, three years of experience in the administration, establishment and maintenance of record keeping systems would provide such opportunity. Specific work experience in law enforcement records is required. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Considerable knowledge of: effective automated records management systems and alternative data processing applications; statistical management information systems as applied to law enforcement activities; principles and practices of effective supervision; the criminal justice system including the relationship of law enforcement agencies to the courts and the District Attorney's Office, and the processing of information through the criminal justice system; the use of electronic information equipment and specific systems as used within the department; principles and techniques of work flow analysis; principles and practices of effective supervision. Working knowledge of: the principles and practices of modern law enforcement administration; penal and government codes relating to the maintenance and dissemination of criminal offender and/or detention records and other related records; the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System; the principles and methods of work planning, staffing analysis and project management; modern supervisory, management, and human resources practices; the principles and practices relating to modern budget, programs and systems management. Ability to: coordinate the activities of the different functional units; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; supervise subordinates in an effective and fair manner; interpret and apply laws, ordinances and policies affecting the maintenance, processing and dissemination of records; speak and write effectively and deliver public presentations; analyze a variety of arithmetic and statistical computations; collect data, interpret and evaluate administrative, fiscal and management matters; use principles of inductive and deductive reasoning to validate conclusions and recommendations; analyze administrative problems, budgets, and a variety of programs, systems and procedures; understand, interpret, and apply federal, state and local rules regulations and ordinance; review and implement changes in work methods, systems, and procedures; use electronic information equipment and specific systems as used within the department. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions may be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria: Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates. BACKGROUND PROCESS Being part of the Sheriff's Office and being expected to keep the public safe requires a thorough background investigation process. This process includes an assessment of prior work history, verifying educational experiences, court reports, public records searches, and understanding past patterns relating to drug usage, financial patterns, etc. This entails gathering a significant amount of information from job candidates and speaking to former employers, friends, family members, etc. Polygraphs, drug tests, and medical and physical examinations are also part of this process. Candidates must be honest and forthcoming about information that may arise during the background process. Deception during any portion of this process is grounds for disqualification, even after employment. This process can take anywhere from 3-5 months. Many factors are taken into consideration and one should not assume a credit issue or prior drug use is automatically disqualifying. Candidates will be given the opportunity to present mitigating information they feel should be considered. You are encouraged to be as responsive as possible while this process is taking place to help expedite the timeline, and we encourage you to stay patient and interested in this great career opportunity while this process is taking place. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. Please read the Sheriff's Office Pre-Employment Drug Use Guidelines for further information. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. HR Analyst: JL HR Technician: EV IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: MANAGEMENT* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County paid premium contribution. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. Student Loan Debt Relief : County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education. Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more. For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900. *IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: 4/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 17, 2024
Full Time
Position Information THIS RECRUITMENT IS PROMOTIONAL ONLY. YOU MUST PRESENTLY BE A FULL- OR PART-TIME REGULAR OR PROBATIONARY COUNTY OF SONOMA, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, SONOMA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS, OR SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY EMPLOYEE IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION. The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office has requested a department promotional certification to fill a Sheriff's Information Bureau Manager position. Only qualified permanent and/or probationary Sonoma County Sheriff's Office employees on the eligible list may be eligible for referral to the department for the advertised position. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. County employees who wish to be considered for future vacancies should consider applying to this recruitment. Reporting to the Law Enforcement Field Services Division Captain, the Sheriff's Office Information Bureau Manager oversees the operations and activities of the Central Information Bureau. Using considerable independent judgment and discretion, they ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, staying up to date on changing legislation. They additionally conduct analytical studies to develop and implement new or existing programs and manage the access, use, and release of protected information. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, graduation from an accredited four-year college with major course work in Administration of Justice, public administration, management information systems, or records management would provide such opportunity. Specific course work in law enforcement management is highly desirable. Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, three years of experience in the administration, establishment and maintenance of record keeping systems would provide such opportunity. Specific work experience in law enforcement records is required. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Considerable knowledge of: effective automated records management systems and alternative data processing applications; statistical management information systems as applied to law enforcement activities; principles and practices of effective supervision; the criminal justice system including the relationship of law enforcement agencies to the courts and the District Attorney's Office, and the processing of information through the criminal justice system; the use of electronic information equipment and specific systems as used within the department; principles and techniques of work flow analysis; principles and practices of effective supervision. Working knowledge of: the principles and practices of modern law enforcement administration; penal and government codes relating to the maintenance and dissemination of criminal offender and/or detention records and other related records; the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System; the principles and methods of work planning, staffing analysis and project management; modern supervisory, management, and human resources practices; the principles and practices relating to modern budget, programs and systems management. Ability to: coordinate the activities of the different functional units; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; supervise subordinates in an effective and fair manner; interpret and apply laws, ordinances and policies affecting the maintenance, processing and dissemination of records; speak and write effectively and deliver public presentations; analyze a variety of arithmetic and statistical computations; collect data, interpret and evaluate administrative, fiscal and management matters; use principles of inductive and deductive reasoning to validate conclusions and recommendations; analyze administrative problems, budgets, and a variety of programs, systems and procedures; understand, interpret, and apply federal, state and local rules regulations and ordinance; review and implement changes in work methods, systems, and procedures; use electronic information equipment and specific systems as used within the department. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions may be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria: Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates. BACKGROUND PROCESS Being part of the Sheriff's Office and being expected to keep the public safe requires a thorough background investigation process. This process includes an assessment of prior work history, verifying educational experiences, court reports, public records searches, and understanding past patterns relating to drug usage, financial patterns, etc. This entails gathering a significant amount of information from job candidates and speaking to former employers, friends, family members, etc. Polygraphs, drug tests, and medical and physical examinations are also part of this process. Candidates must be honest and forthcoming about information that may arise during the background process. Deception during any portion of this process is grounds for disqualification, even after employment. This process can take anywhere from 3-5 months. Many factors are taken into consideration and one should not assume a credit issue or prior drug use is automatically disqualifying. Candidates will be given the opportunity to present mitigating information they feel should be considered. You are encouraged to be as responsive as possible while this process is taking place to help expedite the timeline, and we encourage you to stay patient and interested in this great career opportunity while this process is taking place. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. Please read the Sheriff's Office Pre-Employment Drug Use Guidelines for further information. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. HR Analyst: JL HR Technician: EV IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: MANAGEMENT* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County paid premium contribution. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. Student Loan Debt Relief : County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education. Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more. For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900. *IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: 4/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Nevada County, CA
Nevada City, California, United States
Definition and Class Characteristics We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team as Correctional Officers at the Wayne Brown Correctional Facility. As a Correctional Officer, you are an important part of the Sheriff's Office and have the critical responsibility of providing a safe and secure environment at a wide variety of locations and facilities associated with the operations of the jail and courts. The law enforcement field is exciting and provides opportunities for growth with the potential of promotion. * * UP TO $5,000 HIRING BONUS * * * TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES FOR CORRECTIONAL OFFICER II PHYSICAL AG ILITY AND INTERVIEWS : TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2024 TUESDAY, JULY 02, 2024 THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2024 ADVANCED NOTICE OF TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES ALLOWS OUR CANDIDATES THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADJUST SCHEDULES FOR PARTICIPATION IN OUR EXAMINATION PROCESS. **IF YOU APPLY NOW, PLEASE PLAN TO BE AVAILABLE ON THE TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES POSTED ABOVE. IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE ON THOSE DATES PLEASE PLAN TO APPLY IN A FUTURE RECRUITMENT PERIOD.** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ If you are interested in taking your correctional law enforcement career to the next level and are motivated to join our team after learning about us and what we do to make a difference in our community, apply to be a part of our team. We want to meet you! Recruitment incentives-between $1,000.00 and $5,000.00 paid over a 1-year period (either new or lateral hires). The recruitment incentive is paid in two parts, half upon hire and the remainder paid upon completion of a 12-month probation period. Relocation Incentives, Referral Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayments are also available to qualified candidates! This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA). Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education. CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS PARTICIPATE IN THE CALPERS PUBLIC SAFETY RETIREMENT SYSTEM Tier I 3% @ 50 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) . Tier II 3% @ 55 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/24/11-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County). Tier III PEPRA 2.7% @ 57 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13). HIRING PROCESS Step 1: Apply! Complete your job application. Step 2: Physical Agility Exam and Oral Panel Interviews. Once you successfully complete the application process, you will be invited to the physical agility test (PAT) and oral interviews. A completed POST Personal History Statement must be provided at the time of the oral interview. Step 3: Background Investigation - After successful passing of the PAT and oral interviews, eligible applicants will undergo an in-depth background investigation. Step 4: Sheriff's Interview / Conditional Job Offer: After successfully passing a background investigation, applicants at this state will be invited to a Captain's interview, then a Sheriff's interview. If applicants pass both the Captain's and Sheriff's interviews they will receive a conditional job offer pending the successful completion of a medical and psychological exam, and drug and alcohol test. Once all conditions are met, a start date will be issued. Why Nevada County ? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides relevant programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Read the full job description for more information. Examples of Duties Duties performed by our Correctional Officers may include Receives arrestees at the jail; resolves the need for restraints and applies handcuffs, martin chain or leg irons as appropriate Escorts and books arrestees; conducts warrant checks, acquires fingerprints and searches personal property Moves inmates within the facility to various locations and transports inmates to outside facilities such as hospitals, court sessions, other jails, prisons, etc. Supervises pods, inspects cells, counts inmates, and searches cells and inmates for contraband and weapons and maintains security of the facility Responds to and deals with inmates exhibiting violent, irrational behaviors in an effective manner Education and Experience Required Level I/II: Must be at least 18 years of age. Level I: High school diploma or GED. Completion of additional coursework from an accredited college or university in law enforcement or a related field, and previous paid or volunteer experience in a law enforcement support setting is desirable. Level II (in addition to the above): Supplemental education from an accredited college or university, and training in peace officer and correctional officer standards and practices; and one year of experience at a level equivalent to the Correctional Officer I classification in Nevada County. Licenses and Certificates Level III: Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Level I: Compliance with all relevant pre and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including firearms and arrest and seizure certification, and State Board of Corrections mandated core training, within 12 months of employment. Must qualify and pass firearms range training on a quarterly basis, to carry a semi-automatic handgun. Level II (in addition to the above): Compliance with all relevant pre and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including firearms and arrest and seizure certification, and State Board of Corrections mandated core training, prior to employment. Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group. Health Insurance The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs. 2024 Health Insurance Plans Anthem Select HMO Anthem Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser HMO PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum PPO PORAC (Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA. Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya: Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider. Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions. CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62 CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you. NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Definition and Class Characteristics We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team as Correctional Officers at the Wayne Brown Correctional Facility. As a Correctional Officer, you are an important part of the Sheriff's Office and have the critical responsibility of providing a safe and secure environment at a wide variety of locations and facilities associated with the operations of the jail and courts. The law enforcement field is exciting and provides opportunities for growth with the potential of promotion. * * UP TO $5,000 HIRING BONUS * * * TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES FOR CORRECTIONAL OFFICER II PHYSICAL AG ILITY AND INTERVIEWS : TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2024 TUESDAY, JULY 02, 2024 THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2024 ADVANCED NOTICE OF TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES ALLOWS OUR CANDIDATES THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADJUST SCHEDULES FOR PARTICIPATION IN OUR EXAMINATION PROCESS. **IF YOU APPLY NOW, PLEASE PLAN TO BE AVAILABLE ON THE TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES POSTED ABOVE. IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE ON THOSE DATES PLEASE PLAN TO APPLY IN A FUTURE RECRUITMENT PERIOD.** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ If you are interested in taking your correctional law enforcement career to the next level and are motivated to join our team after learning about us and what we do to make a difference in our community, apply to be a part of our team. We want to meet you! Recruitment incentives-between $1,000.00 and $5,000.00 paid over a 1-year period (either new or lateral hires). The recruitment incentive is paid in two parts, half upon hire and the remainder paid upon completion of a 12-month probation period. Relocation Incentives, Referral Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayments are also available to qualified candidates! This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA). Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education. CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS PARTICIPATE IN THE CALPERS PUBLIC SAFETY RETIREMENT SYSTEM Tier I 3% @ 50 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) . Tier II 3% @ 55 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/24/11-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County). Tier III PEPRA 2.7% @ 57 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13). HIRING PROCESS Step 1: Apply! Complete your job application. Step 2: Physical Agility Exam and Oral Panel Interviews. Once you successfully complete the application process, you will be invited to the physical agility test (PAT) and oral interviews. A completed POST Personal History Statement must be provided at the time of the oral interview. Step 3: Background Investigation - After successful passing of the PAT and oral interviews, eligible applicants will undergo an in-depth background investigation. Step 4: Sheriff's Interview / Conditional Job Offer: After successfully passing a background investigation, applicants at this state will be invited to a Captain's interview, then a Sheriff's interview. If applicants pass both the Captain's and Sheriff's interviews they will receive a conditional job offer pending the successful completion of a medical and psychological exam, and drug and alcohol test. Once all conditions are met, a start date will be issued. Why Nevada County ? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides relevant programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Read the full job description for more information. Examples of Duties Duties performed by our Correctional Officers may include Receives arrestees at the jail; resolves the need for restraints and applies handcuffs, martin chain or leg irons as appropriate Escorts and books arrestees; conducts warrant checks, acquires fingerprints and searches personal property Moves inmates within the facility to various locations and transports inmates to outside facilities such as hospitals, court sessions, other jails, prisons, etc. Supervises pods, inspects cells, counts inmates, and searches cells and inmates for contraband and weapons and maintains security of the facility Responds to and deals with inmates exhibiting violent, irrational behaviors in an effective manner Education and Experience Required Level I/II: Must be at least 18 years of age. Level I: High school diploma or GED. Completion of additional coursework from an accredited college or university in law enforcement or a related field, and previous paid or volunteer experience in a law enforcement support setting is desirable. Level II (in addition to the above): Supplemental education from an accredited college or university, and training in peace officer and correctional officer standards and practices; and one year of experience at a level equivalent to the Correctional Officer I classification in Nevada County. Licenses and Certificates Level III: Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Level I: Compliance with all relevant pre and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including firearms and arrest and seizure certification, and State Board of Corrections mandated core training, within 12 months of employment. Must qualify and pass firearms range training on a quarterly basis, to carry a semi-automatic handgun. Level II (in addition to the above): Compliance with all relevant pre and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including firearms and arrest and seizure certification, and State Board of Corrections mandated core training, prior to employment. Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group. Health Insurance The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs. 2024 Health Insurance Plans Anthem Select HMO Anthem Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser HMO PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum PPO PORAC (Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA. Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya: Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider. Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions. CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62 CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you. NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Nevada County, CA
Nevada City, California, United States
Definition and Class Characteristics We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team as Correctional Officers at the Wayne Brown Correctional Facility. As a Correctional Officer, you are an important part of the Sheriff's Office and have the critical responsibility of providing a safe and secure environment at a wide variety of locations and facilities associated with the operations of the jail and courts. The law enforcement field is exciting and provides opportunities for growth with the potential of promotion. * * UP TO $5,000 HIRING BONUS * * * TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES FOR CORRECTIONAL OFFICER I BSCC WRITTEN EXAM: THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2024 PHYSICAL AG ILITY AND INTERVIEWS : TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2024 ADVANCED NOTICE OF TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES ALLOWS OUR CANDIDATES THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADJUST SCHEDULES FOR PARTICIPATION IN OUR EXAMINATION PROCESS. **IF YOU APPLY NOW, PLEASE PLAN TO BE AVAILABLE ON THE TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES POSTED ABOVE. IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE ON THOSE DATES PLEASE PLAN TO APPLY IN A FUTURE RECRUITMENT PERIOD.** THE WRITTEN EXAM IS SCHEDULED IN NEVADA COUNTY - NO REMOTE TESTING ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ If you are interested in starting a career in law enforcement and are motivated to join our team after learning about us and what we do to make a difference in our community, apply to be a part of our team. We want to meet you! Recruitment incentives-between $1,000.00 and $5,000.00 paid over a 1-year period (either new or lateral hires). The recruitment incentive is paid in two parts, half upon hire and the remainder paid upon completion of a 12-month probation period. Relocation Incentives, Referral Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayments are also available to qualified candidates! Benefits : This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA). Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education. CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS PARTICIPATE IN THE CALPERS PUBLIC SAFETY RETIREMENT SYSTEM Tier I 3% @ 50 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) . Tier II 3% @ 55 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/24/11-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County). Tier III PEPRA 2.7% @ 57 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13). HIRING PROCESS Step 1: Apply! Complete your job application. Step 2: Attend the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Exam. Step 3: Physical Agility Exam and Oral Panel Interviews. Once you successfully pass the BSCC exam with a score of 47.54 or higher, you will be invited to the physical agility test (PAT) and oral interviews. A completed POST Personal History Statement must be provided at the time of the oral interview. Step 4: Background Investigation - After successful passing of the PAT and oral interviews, eligible applicants will undergo an in-depth background investigation. Step 5: Sheriff's Interview / Conditional Job Offer: After successfully passing a background investigation, applicants at this state will be invited to a Captain's interview, then a Sheriff's interview. If applicants pass both the Captain's and Sheriff's interviews they will receive a conditional job offer pending the successful completion of a medical and psychological exam, and drug and alcohol test. Once all conditions are met, a start date will be issued. Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides relevant programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Read the full job description for more information. Examples of Duties Duties performed by our Correctional Officers may include: Receives arrestees at the jail; resolves the need for restraints and applies handcuffs, martin chain or leg irons as appropriate Escorts and books arrestees; conducts warrant checks, acquires fingerprints and searches personal property Moves inmates within the facility to various locations and transports inmates to outside facilities such as hospitals, court sessions, other jails, prisons, etc. Supervises pods, inspects cells, counts inmates, and searches cells and inmates for contraband and weapons and maintains security of the facility Responds to and deals with inmates exhibiting violent, irrational behaviors in an effective manner Education and Experience Required Level I/II: Must be at least 18 years of age. Level I: High school diploma or GED. Completion of additional coursework from an accredited college or university in law enforcement or a related field, and previous paid or volunteer experience in a law enforcement support setting is desirable. Level II (in addition to the above): Supplemental education from an accredited college or university, and training in peace officer and correctional officer standards and practices; and one year of experience at a level equivalent to the Correctional Officer I classification in Nevada County. Licenses and Certificates Level III: Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Level I: Compliance with all relevant pre and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including firearms and arrest and seizure certification, and State Board of Corrections mandated core training, within 12 months of employment. Must qualify and pass firearms range training on a quarterly basis, to carry a semi-automatic handgun. Level II (in addition to the above): Compliance with all relevant pre and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including firearms and arrest and seizure certification, and State Board of Corrections mandated core training, prior to employment. Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group. Health Insurance The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs. 2024 Health Insurance Plans Anthem Select HMO Anthem Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser HMO PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum PPO PORAC (Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA. Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya: Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider. Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions. CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62 CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you. NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Definition and Class Characteristics We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team as Correctional Officers at the Wayne Brown Correctional Facility. As a Correctional Officer, you are an important part of the Sheriff's Office and have the critical responsibility of providing a safe and secure environment at a wide variety of locations and facilities associated with the operations of the jail and courts. The law enforcement field is exciting and provides opportunities for growth with the potential of promotion. * * UP TO $5,000 HIRING BONUS * * * TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES FOR CORRECTIONAL OFFICER I BSCC WRITTEN EXAM: THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2024 PHYSICAL AG ILITY AND INTERVIEWS : TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2024 ADVANCED NOTICE OF TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES ALLOWS OUR CANDIDATES THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADJUST SCHEDULES FOR PARTICIPATION IN OUR EXAMINATION PROCESS. **IF YOU APPLY NOW, PLEASE PLAN TO BE AVAILABLE ON THE TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES POSTED ABOVE. IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE ON THOSE DATES PLEASE PLAN TO APPLY IN A FUTURE RECRUITMENT PERIOD.** THE WRITTEN EXAM IS SCHEDULED IN NEVADA COUNTY - NO REMOTE TESTING ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ If you are interested in starting a career in law enforcement and are motivated to join our team after learning about us and what we do to make a difference in our community, apply to be a part of our team. We want to meet you! Recruitment incentives-between $1,000.00 and $5,000.00 paid over a 1-year period (either new or lateral hires). The recruitment incentive is paid in two parts, half upon hire and the remainder paid upon completion of a 12-month probation period. Relocation Incentives, Referral Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayments are also available to qualified candidates! Benefits : This is a full-time position and the County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to, CalPERS retirement, medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA). Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education. CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS PARTICIPATE IN THE CALPERS PUBLIC SAFETY RETIREMENT SYSTEM Tier I 3% @ 50 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) . Tier II 3% @ 55 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/24/11-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County). Tier III PEPRA 2.7% @ 57 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13). HIRING PROCESS Step 1: Apply! Complete your job application. Step 2: Attend the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Exam. Step 3: Physical Agility Exam and Oral Panel Interviews. Once you successfully pass the BSCC exam with a score of 47.54 or higher, you will be invited to the physical agility test (PAT) and oral interviews. A completed POST Personal History Statement must be provided at the time of the oral interview. Step 4: Background Investigation - After successful passing of the PAT and oral interviews, eligible applicants will undergo an in-depth background investigation. Step 5: Sheriff's Interview / Conditional Job Offer: After successfully passing a background investigation, applicants at this state will be invited to a Captain's interview, then a Sheriff's interview. If applicants pass both the Captain's and Sheriff's interviews they will receive a conditional job offer pending the successful completion of a medical and psychological exam, and drug and alcohol test. Once all conditions are met, a start date will be issued. Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides relevant programming to keep us safe and healthy. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Read the full job description for more information. Examples of Duties Duties performed by our Correctional Officers may include: Receives arrestees at the jail; resolves the need for restraints and applies handcuffs, martin chain or leg irons as appropriate Escorts and books arrestees; conducts warrant checks, acquires fingerprints and searches personal property Moves inmates within the facility to various locations and transports inmates to outside facilities such as hospitals, court sessions, other jails, prisons, etc. Supervises pods, inspects cells, counts inmates, and searches cells and inmates for contraband and weapons and maintains security of the facility Responds to and deals with inmates exhibiting violent, irrational behaviors in an effective manner Education and Experience Required Level I/II: Must be at least 18 years of age. Level I: High school diploma or GED. Completion of additional coursework from an accredited college or university in law enforcement or a related field, and previous paid or volunteer experience in a law enforcement support setting is desirable. Level II (in addition to the above): Supplemental education from an accredited college or university, and training in peace officer and correctional officer standards and practices; and one year of experience at a level equivalent to the Correctional Officer I classification in Nevada County. Licenses and Certificates Level III: Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Level I: Compliance with all relevant pre and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including firearms and arrest and seizure certification, and State Board of Corrections mandated core training, within 12 months of employment. Must qualify and pass firearms range training on a quarterly basis, to carry a semi-automatic handgun. Level II (in addition to the above): Compliance with all relevant pre and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including firearms and arrest and seizure certification, and State Board of Corrections mandated core training, prior to employment. Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group. Health Insurance The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs. 2024 Health Insurance Plans Anthem Select HMO Anthem Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser HMO PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum PPO PORAC (Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA. Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya: Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider. Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions. CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62 CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you. NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific