SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number are received. SALARY/STEP INCREASES 3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2024/25 (Salary Increases contingent upon assessed values for previous fiscal year.) FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE Attorneys may have the opportunity to work a flexible 9/80 work schedule. VICTORVILLE/JOSHUA TREE ASSIGNMENT INCENTIVE Candidates assigned to the Victorville or Joshua Tree offices may be eligible to receive an additional incentive of $77 per pay period ($2002 annually). See Attorney MOU for details and criteria. The Office of the Public Defender is recruiting for Deputy Public Defenders I . This is an entry level class in the Deputy Public Defender series, offering an exciting learning opportunity for a challenging career in criminal defense work. Deputy Public Defenders I are trained to represent indigent defendants and provide skilled legal counsel and courtroom advocacy at all critical phases of state level criminal and civil commitment litigation. Public Defenders also conduct legal research, prepare and argue motions, writs, briefs and opinions; interview and counsel clients; participate in developing effective investigation plans for clients; negotiate with opposing counsel; and prepare and conduct trials. Spanish-English Bilingual Candidates are encouraged to apply and may receive additional compensation for bilingual skills. For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Public Defender I job description. Applications are also being accepted for Deputy Public Defender II/III/IV ; a separate application is required. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Assignment: Assignments may be made at any location throughout the County depending on the needs of the department. Travel: Travel throughout the County is required and employees may be required to make provisions for transportation. At the time of hire, applicants must have a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance. Background: Applicants must pass a background investigation, including fingerprinting, prior to appointment. State Bar : Those hired must be active members in good standing with the State Bar of California. This status must be maintained in order to remain employed in this classification. Promotion: Deputy Public Defender I positions are eligible for promotion to Deputy Public Defender II, III or IV upon meeting the minimum requirements and receiving a satisfactory work performance evaluation ( see MOU for details ). Deputy Public Defender IV positions may earn up to $189,966 annually. Sponsorship : Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements License: Active membership and in good standing with the State Bar of California. Note : Candidates who have passed the State or California Bar Exam and are pending licensure, OR who have taken the State of California Bar Exam and are awaiting results, or who are registered for the next California State Bar Examination, will be considered. California State Bar Membership must be attained in order to be hired. Desired Qualifications Ideal candidates will have performed community service and volunteered time working with indigent defendants and family members. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Selection Process Evaluation : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the application materials. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire to be considered. A p plications are currently being accepted until a sufficient number have been received; recruitment may close at any time without notice. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Attorney Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits, please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Job Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number are received. SALARY/STEP INCREASES 3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2024/25 (Salary Increases contingent upon assessed values for previous fiscal year.) FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE Attorneys may have the opportunity to work a flexible 9/80 work schedule. VICTORVILLE/JOSHUA TREE ASSIGNMENT INCENTIVE Candidates assigned to the Victorville or Joshua Tree offices may be eligible to receive an additional incentive of $77 per pay period ($2002 annually). See Attorney MOU for details and criteria. The Office of the Public Defender is recruiting for Deputy Public Defenders I . This is an entry level class in the Deputy Public Defender series, offering an exciting learning opportunity for a challenging career in criminal defense work. Deputy Public Defenders I are trained to represent indigent defendants and provide skilled legal counsel and courtroom advocacy at all critical phases of state level criminal and civil commitment litigation. Public Defenders also conduct legal research, prepare and argue motions, writs, briefs and opinions; interview and counsel clients; participate in developing effective investigation plans for clients; negotiate with opposing counsel; and prepare and conduct trials. Spanish-English Bilingual Candidates are encouraged to apply and may receive additional compensation for bilingual skills. For more detailed information, refer to the Deputy Public Defender I job description. Applications are also being accepted for Deputy Public Defender II/III/IV ; a separate application is required. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Assignment: Assignments may be made at any location throughout the County depending on the needs of the department. Travel: Travel throughout the County is required and employees may be required to make provisions for transportation. At the time of hire, applicants must have a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance. Background: Applicants must pass a background investigation, including fingerprinting, prior to appointment. State Bar : Those hired must be active members in good standing with the State Bar of California. This status must be maintained in order to remain employed in this classification. Promotion: Deputy Public Defender I positions are eligible for promotion to Deputy Public Defender II, III or IV upon meeting the minimum requirements and receiving a satisfactory work performance evaluation ( see MOU for details ). Deputy Public Defender IV positions may earn up to $189,966 annually. Sponsorship : Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements License: Active membership and in good standing with the State Bar of California. Note : Candidates who have passed the State or California Bar Exam and are pending licensure, OR who have taken the State of California Bar Exam and are awaiting results, or who are registered for the next California State Bar Examination, will be considered. California State Bar Membership must be attained in order to be hired. Desired Qualifications Ideal candidates will have performed community service and volunteered time working with indigent defendants and family members. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Selection Process Evaluation : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the application materials. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire to be considered. A p plications are currently being accepted until a sufficient number have been received; recruitment may close at any time without notice. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Attorney Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits, please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number are received . SALARY/STEP INCREASES 3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2024/25 (Salary Increases contingent upon assessed values for previous fiscal year.) Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Top Step of Applicable Salary Range FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE Attorneys may have the opportunity to work a flexible 9/80 work schedule. VICTORVILLE/JOSHUA TREE ASSIGNMENT INCENTIVE Candidates assigned to the Victorville or Joshua Tree offices may be eligible to receive an additional incentive of $77 per pay period ($2002 annually). See Attorney MOU for details and criteria. The Office of the Public Defender is recruiting for Deputy Public Defenders II/III/IV. These positions offer an exciting opportunity for a challenging career in criminal trial work.Incumbents represent indigent defendants and provide skilled legal counsel and courtroom advocacy at all critical phases of state level criminal and civil commitment litigation. Public Defenders conduct legal research, prepare and argue motions, writs, briefs and opinions; interview and counsel clients; participate in developing effective investigation plans for clients; negotiate with opposing counsel; and prepare and conduct trials. We are also currently recruiting for Deputy Public Defender I ; a separate application is required for the Deputy Public Defender I level. Spanish-English Bilingual Candidates are encouraged to apply and may receive additional compensation for bilingual skills. Initial Appointment Your application will be reviewed for eligibility for the Deputy Public Defender II, III, and IV levels. Job offers for the initial appointment may be made at any level based on qualifications and department needs. It is to your advantage to be explicit with your work history on your application. Be sure to indicate your level of interest on the supplemental questionnaire. The Deputy Public Defender series accelerated advancement up to the IV level per criteria specified in the Attorney MOU (see page 58 ) . *Please Note : Salary posted is the range for the II-IV levels. Please see job description and salary range for each level below: Deputy Public Defender II $102,856 - $113,526 Annually Deputy Public Defender III $119,204 - $131,560 Annually Deputy Public Defender IV $141,440 - $189,966 Annually CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Assignment: Assignments may be made at any location throughout the County depending on the needs of the department. Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Employees will be required to make provisions for transportation. A valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Background: Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation, including fingerprinting, prior to appointment State Bar : Those hired must be active members in good standing with the State Bar of California. This status must be maintained in order to remain employed in this classification. Promotion: Deputy Public Defender I positions are eligible for promotion to Deputy Public Defender II, III or IV upon meeting the minimum requirements and receiving a satisfactory work performance evaluation ( see MOU for details ). Deputy Public Defender IV positions may earn up to $189,966 annually. Minimum Requirements License : Active membership and in good standing with the State Bar of California. (Members in good standing of California State Bar who have been assigned a license number but have inactive membership status, as well as candidates licensed out of state pending California Bar Exam results/license, are welcome to apply. Active California Bar license will be required prior to hire.) --AND-- Experience: Deputy Public Defender II: Six (6) months of criminal trial experience as an attorney. -OR- One (1) year of trial experience as an attorney. Deputy Public Defender III: Eighteen (18) months of criminal trial experience as an attorney. -OR- Two (2) years of trial experience as an attorney. Deputy Public Defender IV: Thirty (30) months of criminal trial experience as an attorney. -OR- Three (3) years of trial experience as an attorney. Desired Qualifications Ideal candidates will have performed community service and volunteered time working with indigent defendants and family members. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Selection Process Competitive Evaluation : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the application materials. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire to be considered. A p plications are currently being accepted until a sufficient number have been received; recruitment may close at any time without notice. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Attorney Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits, please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Job Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number are received . SALARY/STEP INCREASES 3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2024/25 (Salary Increases contingent upon assessed values for previous fiscal year.) Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Top Step of Applicable Salary Range FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE Attorneys may have the opportunity to work a flexible 9/80 work schedule. VICTORVILLE/JOSHUA TREE ASSIGNMENT INCENTIVE Candidates assigned to the Victorville or Joshua Tree offices may be eligible to receive an additional incentive of $77 per pay period ($2002 annually). See Attorney MOU for details and criteria. The Office of the Public Defender is recruiting for Deputy Public Defenders II/III/IV. These positions offer an exciting opportunity for a challenging career in criminal trial work.Incumbents represent indigent defendants and provide skilled legal counsel and courtroom advocacy at all critical phases of state level criminal and civil commitment litigation. Public Defenders conduct legal research, prepare and argue motions, writs, briefs and opinions; interview and counsel clients; participate in developing effective investigation plans for clients; negotiate with opposing counsel; and prepare and conduct trials. We are also currently recruiting for Deputy Public Defender I ; a separate application is required for the Deputy Public Defender I level. Spanish-English Bilingual Candidates are encouraged to apply and may receive additional compensation for bilingual skills. Initial Appointment Your application will be reviewed for eligibility for the Deputy Public Defender II, III, and IV levels. Job offers for the initial appointment may be made at any level based on qualifications and department needs. It is to your advantage to be explicit with your work history on your application. Be sure to indicate your level of interest on the supplemental questionnaire. The Deputy Public Defender series accelerated advancement up to the IV level per criteria specified in the Attorney MOU (see page 58 ) . *Please Note : Salary posted is the range for the II-IV levels. Please see job description and salary range for each level below: Deputy Public Defender II $102,856 - $113,526 Annually Deputy Public Defender III $119,204 - $131,560 Annually Deputy Public Defender IV $141,440 - $189,966 Annually CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Assignment: Assignments may be made at any location throughout the County depending on the needs of the department. Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Employees will be required to make provisions for transportation. A valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Background: Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation, including fingerprinting, prior to appointment State Bar : Those hired must be active members in good standing with the State Bar of California. This status must be maintained in order to remain employed in this classification. Promotion: Deputy Public Defender I positions are eligible for promotion to Deputy Public Defender II, III or IV upon meeting the minimum requirements and receiving a satisfactory work performance evaluation ( see MOU for details ). Deputy Public Defender IV positions may earn up to $189,966 annually. Minimum Requirements License : Active membership and in good standing with the State Bar of California. (Members in good standing of California State Bar who have been assigned a license number but have inactive membership status, as well as candidates licensed out of state pending California Bar Exam results/license, are welcome to apply. Active California Bar license will be required prior to hire.) --AND-- Experience: Deputy Public Defender II: Six (6) months of criminal trial experience as an attorney. -OR- One (1) year of trial experience as an attorney. Deputy Public Defender III: Eighteen (18) months of criminal trial experience as an attorney. -OR- Two (2) years of trial experience as an attorney. Deputy Public Defender IV: Thirty (30) months of criminal trial experience as an attorney. -OR- Three (3) years of trial experience as an attorney. Desired Qualifications Ideal candidates will have performed community service and volunteered time working with indigent defendants and family members. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Selection Process Competitive Evaluation : There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the application materials. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire to be considered. A p plications are currently being accepted until a sufficient number have been received; recruitment may close at any time without notice. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Attorney Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits, please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
MARIN COUNTY, CA
San Rafael, California, United States
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity. ABOUT THE POSITION The Office of the Marin County Public Defender strives to provide effective and innovative legal services by protecting the constitutional rights of clients while treating them with respect and encouraging them to lead productive and positive lives. There are currently two (2) full-time fixed term vacancies for a Deputy Public Defender II. These positions are funded for up to one (1) year but may end sooner or be extended depending on funding. The Deputy Public Defender II performs legal defense work for clients needing publicly assisted representation in criminal, juvenile, or civil cases accepted by the Public Defender. Incumbents at this level exercise considerable independent judgment and initiative in all areas of defense work and are responsible for performing legal research, drafting legal documents, and thoroughly preparing assigned cases and clients for trial. Deputy Public Defenders at this level appear in court daily in both felony and misdemeanor cases in all court levels. The incumbent may provide direction to lower level attorneys as needed. The general duties and minimum requirements of this position are further described in the class specifications . ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate: The ideal candidate has experience providing legal defense for clients needing representation in criminal, juvenile and/or civil cases. The candidate has tried cases in superior court and has knowledge of complex immigration issues related to criminal cases. The ideal candidate values and accepts new challenges and assignments. The candidate has the ability to work independently and serve as a member of a team, working respectfully and collaboratively while developing positive working relationships with colleagues and staff, as well as representatives from partnering public safety and community agencies and organizations. In addition, the ideal candidate is an active member of and engaged with his/her community. Spanish language proficiency is highly desirable. The following Minimum Qualifications are required in order to be considered for this position: One (1) year of progressively responsible experience as a Deputy Public Defender or an equivalent combination of training and experience, AND current active membership in the State Bar of California. ABOUT THE PROCESS The first 20 applicants that meet the County of Marin’s minimum qualifications for the position will be moved forward to the next testing step . If you also want to be considered for the Deputy Public Defender II (Temporary) position, you must complete a separate application. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Open & Continuous Recruitment: Because this recruitment is Open and Continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for Open and Continuous may be closed at any time. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancies and any subsequent vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time, or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. Bilingual Testing and Certification : Successful candidates must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to appointment. If the selected candidate has not taken the test, a bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements. Special Requirements: The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete a background investigation. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 10, 2024
Full Time
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity. ABOUT THE POSITION The Office of the Marin County Public Defender strives to provide effective and innovative legal services by protecting the constitutional rights of clients while treating them with respect and encouraging them to lead productive and positive lives. There are currently two (2) full-time fixed term vacancies for a Deputy Public Defender II. These positions are funded for up to one (1) year but may end sooner or be extended depending on funding. The Deputy Public Defender II performs legal defense work for clients needing publicly assisted representation in criminal, juvenile, or civil cases accepted by the Public Defender. Incumbents at this level exercise considerable independent judgment and initiative in all areas of defense work and are responsible for performing legal research, drafting legal documents, and thoroughly preparing assigned cases and clients for trial. Deputy Public Defenders at this level appear in court daily in both felony and misdemeanor cases in all court levels. The incumbent may provide direction to lower level attorneys as needed. The general duties and minimum requirements of this position are further described in the class specifications . ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate: The ideal candidate has experience providing legal defense for clients needing representation in criminal, juvenile and/or civil cases. The candidate has tried cases in superior court and has knowledge of complex immigration issues related to criminal cases. The ideal candidate values and accepts new challenges and assignments. The candidate has the ability to work independently and serve as a member of a team, working respectfully and collaboratively while developing positive working relationships with colleagues and staff, as well as representatives from partnering public safety and community agencies and organizations. In addition, the ideal candidate is an active member of and engaged with his/her community. Spanish language proficiency is highly desirable. The following Minimum Qualifications are required in order to be considered for this position: One (1) year of progressively responsible experience as a Deputy Public Defender or an equivalent combination of training and experience, AND current active membership in the State Bar of California. ABOUT THE PROCESS The first 20 applicants that meet the County of Marin’s minimum qualifications for the position will be moved forward to the next testing step . If you also want to be considered for the Deputy Public Defender II (Temporary) position, you must complete a separate application. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Open & Continuous Recruitment: Because this recruitment is Open and Continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for Open and Continuous may be closed at any time. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancies and any subsequent vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time, or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. Bilingual Testing and Certification : Successful candidates must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to appointment. If the selected candidate has not taken the test, a bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements. Special Requirements: The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete a background investigation. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
MARIN COUNTY, CA
San Rafael, California, United States
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: ABOUT THE POSITION The Office of the Marin County Public Defender strives to provide effective and innovative legal services by protecting the constitutional rights of clients while treating them with respect and encouraging them to lead productive and positive lives. There is currently one (1) full-time temporary vacancy for a Deputy Public Defender II. The Deputy Public Defender II performs legal defense work for clients needing publicly assisted representation in criminal, juvenile, or civil cases accepted by the Public Defender. Incumbents at this level exercise considerable independent judgment and initiative in all areas of defense work and are responsible for performing legal research, drafting legal documents, and thoroughly preparing assigned cases and clients for trial. Deputy Public Defenders at this level appear in court daily in both felony and misdemeanor cases in all court levels. The incumbent may provide direction to lower level attorneys as needed. The general duties and minimum requirements of this position are further described in the class specifications . ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate: The ideal candidate has experience providing legal defense for clients needing representation in criminal, juvenile and/or civil cases. The candidate has tried cases in superior court and has knowledge of complex immigration issues related to criminal cases. The ideal candidate values and accepts new challenges and assignments. The candidate has the ability to work independently and serve as a member of a team, working respectfully and collaboratively while developing positive working relationships with colleagues and staff, as well as representatives from partnering public safety and community agencies and organizations. In addition, the ideal candidate is an active member of and engaged with his/her community. Spanish language proficiency is highly desirable. The following Minimum Qualifications are required in order to be considered for this position: One (1) year of progressively responsible experience as a Deputy Public Defender or an equivalent combination of training and experience, AND current active membership in the State Bar of California. ABOUT THE PROCESS The first 20 applicants that meet the County of Marin’s minimum qualifications for the position will be moved forward to the next testing step. If you also want to be considered for the Deputy Public Defender II (Fixed Term) positions, you must complete a separate application. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Open & Continuous Recruitment: Because this recruitment is Open and Continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for Open and Continuous may be closed at any time. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any subsequent vacancies for temporary positions which may occur while the list remains active. Bilingual Testing and Certification : Successful candidates must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to appointment. If the selected candidate has not taken the test, a bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements. Special Requirements: The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete a background investigation. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 10, 2024
Temporary
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: ABOUT THE POSITION The Office of the Marin County Public Defender strives to provide effective and innovative legal services by protecting the constitutional rights of clients while treating them with respect and encouraging them to lead productive and positive lives. There is currently one (1) full-time temporary vacancy for a Deputy Public Defender II. The Deputy Public Defender II performs legal defense work for clients needing publicly assisted representation in criminal, juvenile, or civil cases accepted by the Public Defender. Incumbents at this level exercise considerable independent judgment and initiative in all areas of defense work and are responsible for performing legal research, drafting legal documents, and thoroughly preparing assigned cases and clients for trial. Deputy Public Defenders at this level appear in court daily in both felony and misdemeanor cases in all court levels. The incumbent may provide direction to lower level attorneys as needed. The general duties and minimum requirements of this position are further described in the class specifications . ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate: The ideal candidate has experience providing legal defense for clients needing representation in criminal, juvenile and/or civil cases. The candidate has tried cases in superior court and has knowledge of complex immigration issues related to criminal cases. The ideal candidate values and accepts new challenges and assignments. The candidate has the ability to work independently and serve as a member of a team, working respectfully and collaboratively while developing positive working relationships with colleagues and staff, as well as representatives from partnering public safety and community agencies and organizations. In addition, the ideal candidate is an active member of and engaged with his/her community. Spanish language proficiency is highly desirable. The following Minimum Qualifications are required in order to be considered for this position: One (1) year of progressively responsible experience as a Deputy Public Defender or an equivalent combination of training and experience, AND current active membership in the State Bar of California. ABOUT THE PROCESS The first 20 applicants that meet the County of Marin’s minimum qualifications for the position will be moved forward to the next testing step. If you also want to be considered for the Deputy Public Defender II (Fixed Term) positions, you must complete a separate application. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Open & Continuous Recruitment: Because this recruitment is Open and Continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for Open and Continuous may be closed at any time. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any subsequent vacancies for temporary positions which may occur while the list remains active. Bilingual Testing and Certification : Successful candidates must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to appointment. If the selected candidate has not taken the test, a bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements. Special Requirements: The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete a background investigation. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Applicants within 6 months of completing their Master of Social Work degree will be considered! Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number are received. The Office of the Public Defender is hiring Social Service Practitioners (SSP) to provide professional social work services to adult and juvenile clients and their families as they navigate through the criminal justice system. The work of a Public Defender Social Service Practitioner requires investigating and/or supporting cases involving clients who may have physical or psychological issues, including writing mitigation reports and mental health plans. Public Defender Social Service Practitioners may appear and testify in court and attend various San Bernardino County's Special Attendance Review Board (SARB) meetings in an effort to end truancy. Additionally, Social Service Practitioners participate in outreach events and may act as preceptors to social work interns. Social Service Practitioner I is the Trainee class in the Social Services Practitioner series and works under close supervision while acquiring the necessary skills to investigate and/or support cases involving clients who may have physical or psychological issues. Applicants who are within 6 months of completing their master's degree in social work will be considered for the SSP I level. The Public Defender's Office is a law firm that employs over 100 Deputy Public Defenders, 40 Investigators, and 40 support staff and has a growing human services staff comprised of 18 Social Services Practitioners and 2 Supervising Social Service Practitioners. Social Service Practitioners provides support and case management interventions. These positions also ensure that clients have access to available supportive services throughout the County and State; meet with indigent clients in their home, jail, prison, state hospitals or other various settings; develop and implement treatment plans to improve social functioning in addition to performing biopsychosocial reports requested by attorneys; and make appropriate recommendations and provide referrals to clients who are in the criminal justice system. To learn more about the Public Defender's Office click here. Assignment Location : The list may be used to fill current and future vacancies in Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino, or Victorville. Applicants must be willing to accept this great opportunity at any one of these locations . Assignments will be made based on department needs; preference for location will be taken in to consideration wherever possible. TRAINING/ADVANCEMENT Social Service Practitioners I ($ 58,136 - $ 77,979 annually) are eligible for promotion to the Social Service Practitioner II ($ 61,089 - $88,171 annually) upon completion of their Master of Social Work degree and training period, in addition to receiving a satisfactory work progress report. Employees must qualify for promotion to Social Service Practitioner II within 12 months or be terminated. Social Practitioners II automatically advance to Social Service Practitioner II I ( $65,728 - $93,787 annually ) after completing 3 full years, (6,240 hours) of service as a Social Service Practitioner or an equivalent County-approved classification. ( Note : S ervice hours as an SSP I Level do not count toward the requirement to advance from the SSP II to the SSP III ). CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background : Applicants must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment. Assignment : Must be willing to visit clients in their home, jails, prisons, state hospitals and other settings and accept assignment as needed in San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, or Victorville based on department needs. Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Incumbents must make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced by the individual providing the transportation and maintained during the course of employment. Sponsorship : Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE San Bernardino County also has reciprocity with CalPERS and other California '37 Act counties. Minimum Requirements Social Service Practitioner I Education: Must be within 6 months of completing a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. Social Service Practitioner II Education: Must possess a completed Master Social Work (MSW) degree. No experience required. Social Service Practitioner III Education: Must possess a completed Master Social Work (MSW) degree. AND Experience: 3 years full-time (6,240 service hours) completed County service as a SSP II (or County-approved equivalent classification). Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have experience working with indigent clients with an understanding of available social services programs. The ideal candidate will also be familiar with San Bernardino County's school district and programs (MAP, SAFE, and LET). Spanish-English Bilingual Candidates are encouraged to apply and may receive additional compensation for bilingual skills. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration. Applications will be accepted until further notice; candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration as recruitment may close at any time. Res umes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
The Job Applicants within 6 months of completing their Master of Social Work degree will be considered! Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number are received. The Office of the Public Defender is hiring Social Service Practitioners (SSP) to provide professional social work services to adult and juvenile clients and their families as they navigate through the criminal justice system. The work of a Public Defender Social Service Practitioner requires investigating and/or supporting cases involving clients who may have physical or psychological issues, including writing mitigation reports and mental health plans. Public Defender Social Service Practitioners may appear and testify in court and attend various San Bernardino County's Special Attendance Review Board (SARB) meetings in an effort to end truancy. Additionally, Social Service Practitioners participate in outreach events and may act as preceptors to social work interns. Social Service Practitioner I is the Trainee class in the Social Services Practitioner series and works under close supervision while acquiring the necessary skills to investigate and/or support cases involving clients who may have physical or psychological issues. Applicants who are within 6 months of completing their master's degree in social work will be considered for the SSP I level. The Public Defender's Office is a law firm that employs over 100 Deputy Public Defenders, 40 Investigators, and 40 support staff and has a growing human services staff comprised of 18 Social Services Practitioners and 2 Supervising Social Service Practitioners. Social Service Practitioners provides support and case management interventions. These positions also ensure that clients have access to available supportive services throughout the County and State; meet with indigent clients in their home, jail, prison, state hospitals or other various settings; develop and implement treatment plans to improve social functioning in addition to performing biopsychosocial reports requested by attorneys; and make appropriate recommendations and provide referrals to clients who are in the criminal justice system. To learn more about the Public Defender's Office click here. Assignment Location : The list may be used to fill current and future vacancies in Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino, or Victorville. Applicants must be willing to accept this great opportunity at any one of these locations . Assignments will be made based on department needs; preference for location will be taken in to consideration wherever possible. TRAINING/ADVANCEMENT Social Service Practitioners I ($ 58,136 - $ 77,979 annually) are eligible for promotion to the Social Service Practitioner II ($ 61,089 - $88,171 annually) upon completion of their Master of Social Work degree and training period, in addition to receiving a satisfactory work progress report. Employees must qualify for promotion to Social Service Practitioner II within 12 months or be terminated. Social Practitioners II automatically advance to Social Service Practitioner II I ( $65,728 - $93,787 annually ) after completing 3 full years, (6,240 hours) of service as a Social Service Practitioner or an equivalent County-approved classification. ( Note : S ervice hours as an SSP I Level do not count toward the requirement to advance from the SSP II to the SSP III ). CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background : Applicants must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment. Assignment : Must be willing to visit clients in their home, jails, prisons, state hospitals and other settings and accept assignment as needed in San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, or Victorville based on department needs. Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Incumbents must make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced by the individual providing the transportation and maintained during the course of employment. Sponsorship : Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE San Bernardino County also has reciprocity with CalPERS and other California '37 Act counties. Minimum Requirements Social Service Practitioner I Education: Must be within 6 months of completing a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. Social Service Practitioner II Education: Must possess a completed Master Social Work (MSW) degree. No experience required. Social Service Practitioner III Education: Must possess a completed Master Social Work (MSW) degree. AND Experience: 3 years full-time (6,240 service hours) completed County service as a SSP II (or County-approved equivalent classification). Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have experience working with indigent clients with an understanding of available social services programs. The ideal candidate will also be familiar with San Bernardino County's school district and programs (MAP, SAFE, and LET). Spanish-English Bilingual Candidates are encouraged to apply and may receive additional compensation for bilingual skills. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration. Applications will be accepted until further notice; candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration as recruitment may close at any time. Res umes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Professional Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous