Orange County, CA
Orange County, California, United States
CAREER DESCRIPTION OC ANIMAL CARE FIELD SERVICES MANAGER (OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE MANAGER) SALARY INFORMATION his position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.0% increase Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Operations and Maintenance Manager (8267MA) vacancies within OC Community Resources/OC Animal Care. The eligible list established may also be used to fill similar and/or lower-level classifications throughout the County of Orange. DEADLINE TO APPLY Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as this recruitment will close on Friday, April 19, 2024 at 11:59 PM (PT) . The deadline to apply for first round of consideration will be on Friday, April 5,2024 . THE COUNTY The County of Orange is a regional service provider and planning agency whose core businesses include public safety, public health, environmental protection, regional planning, public assistance, social services, and aviation. OC COMMUNITY RESOURCES (OCCR) OC Community Resources is a multi-faceted department comprised of OC Animal Care, OC Community Services, OC Housing & Community Development, OC Parks, and OC Public Libraries. OC ANIMAL CARE OC Animal Care's mission is to provide refuge and care for animals, foster the human-animal bond and promote safety in our community to ensure a safe compassionate community for all. OC Animal Care promotes responsible pet ownership; health and safety of people and animals and spay/neuter programs. OC Animal Care provides temporary shelter and medical care for lost, owned, or stray animals and opportunities for adoption for these animals. OC Animal Care (OCAC) was founded in 1941 in the City of Orange in Orange County, California as a rabies control center with only 25 dog kennels. Since then, OCAC has expanded to play an important role in Orange County's animal care community. OCAC serves 14 cities and the unincorporated areas of Orange County with its expanded programs and services. OCAC's goal is to deliver prompt, temporary care, and refuge to homeless animals, reunite animals with their owners, facilitate adoption, ensure public safety, and enhance the human-animal bond in the community. The shelter is designed to provide a positive experience for animals and people alike, and is the backdrop for the adaptive animal programming continually developed by OC Animal Care to provide enrichment, engagement and adoption services for the animals in its care. THE OPPORTUNITY Under general direction of the Operations Manager, the Field Services Manager plans, coordinates, and supervises field and animal control activities; supervises the work of animal control staff engaged in the operation of a comprehensive animal control program which includes, but is not limited to, the interpretation and enforcement of state and local laws and ordinances related to the impound and rescue of domestic animals, rabies control, animal cruelty, and neglect, humane euthanasia of animals, and spay and neuter; provides information to the public regarding animal control operations and procedures, and completes related work as required. This assignment manages, plans, supervises, and coordinates the daily operations of the field department, which includes the work of office and field staff, including the impounding of animals, assessment of physical and behavioral conditions of stray and impounded animals; performs enforcement tasks such as issuing of notices to appear in court, warrant service, and related duties; establishes protocols for the assessment of emergency medical attention of animals. This position is also responsible for protocols for the proper care of animals during impoundment and transportation. In addition, this position ensures the safety of field and patrol staff; trains and acts as a technical resource to field and shelter staff; recommends, implements, and writes operational policies and procedures related to animal control field services, and establishes uniformity in the application of rules, regulations, and policies established by the Operations Manager; works with other agencies and County departments regarding Animal Control matters. Work Schedule: OC Animal Care provides service 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Incumbents should be prepared to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating schedule. Incumbents may be expected to remain “on-call” or be drafted for mandatory overtime in the event of an emergency, disaster, or during periods of unexpected staffing shortages. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will be an experienced manager within the animal welfare industry with a strong background in operational management and demonstrated skills in effective leadership and supervision. Such a candidate should be experienced with facilitating meetings to identify and resolve problems across teams and managing solutions in the presence of competing priorities. This experience specifically within a city, county, or a municipal system is highly desirable but not required. Operational management experience in all the following areas is highly desirable: Personnel management Finance/budgeting Records management Safety and emergency preparedness Operational management experience in Recruitment is desirable but not required. In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate related knowledge and experience in the following core competencies: Technical Expertise | Administrative Support Working in collaboration with management and HR to plan development strategies and goals for performance improvement Understanding of technical data and software, related terminology and laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to HR Statistical reporting for OC Animal Care to the public, stakeholders, or state/national public safety reporting entities, as appropriate Enact quality assurance procedures to ensure data consistency and accuracy Ensure compliance with County-wide policies and procedures Interpersonal Skills Working effectively and collaboratively with various stakeholders including internal/external clients, various departments/agencies throughout the organization, contractors, vendors and internal/external business partners Establishing and maintaining professional, cooperative, working relationships with peers, managers, stakeholders, vendors and the general public Verbal l Written Communication Skills Communicating effectively in person and in writing with County management and staff, contractors, public constituents, and community stakeholders Utilizing diplomacy, tact, excellent customer service, and confidentiality in the performance of the assigned duties Composing written documents for a wide variety of audiences including composing formal letters and report, reallocation studies, disciplinary action plans, and other official documents Problem Solving | Organizing & Planning Solving problems effectively through strong analytical skills Addressing compliance and performance matters as related to HR Overseeing and/or monitoring contract outcomes and expenditures Effectively utilizing organizing and planning skills to ensure high productivity and efficiency Working independently and managing time wisely to effectively prioritize multiple and competing tasks Demonstrating decisiveness and soundness in judgement, and work cooperatively in groups Supervision | Leadership Demonstrating knowledge of personnel practices as they relate to selecting, training, evaluating performance and supervising employees Adapting to changing assignments and priorities and manages changes with affected parties Providing structure to a team with tools and processes to achieve best practices Performing supervisory tasks related to performance and talent management, training, and staff development, and creating and maintaining succession plans MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Please click here for the full classification specification for Operations and Maintenance Manager (8267MA) . RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process. Recorded Structured Oral Interview (rSOI) | (Weighted 100%) The rSOI is a timed oral interview conducted virtually through an online vendor. Applicants will be asked a series of structured questions designed to elicit the applicant's qualifications for the job. All applicant responses will be video recorded so that they can be evaluated against pre-determined criteria by a panel of job knowledge experts. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. The position for which you are applying may be required to adhere to any applicable State or County Public Health Orders. You will receive notification of any requirement as it applies to a position. EMAIL NOTIFICATION Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Rula Dabit at 714.480.2884 or by email at Rula.Dabit@occr.ocgov.com. EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Administrative Management * In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as: Retirement: Benefits are provided through the Orange County Employees' Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information . Paid Leave: Twelve holidays per year plus sick and vacation time Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Dental Insurance: County pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums Paid Life Insurance: $100,000 life insurance policy Paid Accidental & Death and Dismemberment Insurance: $100,000 AD&D insurance policy Paid Short & Long Term Disability insurance programs 457 Defined Contribution Program *Effective 07/01/20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans. Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: 4/19/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Mar 09, 2024
Full Time
CAREER DESCRIPTION OC ANIMAL CARE FIELD SERVICES MANAGER (OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE MANAGER) SALARY INFORMATION his position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.0% increase Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Operations and Maintenance Manager (8267MA) vacancies within OC Community Resources/OC Animal Care. The eligible list established may also be used to fill similar and/or lower-level classifications throughout the County of Orange. DEADLINE TO APPLY Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as this recruitment will close on Friday, April 19, 2024 at 11:59 PM (PT) . The deadline to apply for first round of consideration will be on Friday, April 5,2024 . THE COUNTY The County of Orange is a regional service provider and planning agency whose core businesses include public safety, public health, environmental protection, regional planning, public assistance, social services, and aviation. OC COMMUNITY RESOURCES (OCCR) OC Community Resources is a multi-faceted department comprised of OC Animal Care, OC Community Services, OC Housing & Community Development, OC Parks, and OC Public Libraries. OC ANIMAL CARE OC Animal Care's mission is to provide refuge and care for animals, foster the human-animal bond and promote safety in our community to ensure a safe compassionate community for all. OC Animal Care promotes responsible pet ownership; health and safety of people and animals and spay/neuter programs. OC Animal Care provides temporary shelter and medical care for lost, owned, or stray animals and opportunities for adoption for these animals. OC Animal Care (OCAC) was founded in 1941 in the City of Orange in Orange County, California as a rabies control center with only 25 dog kennels. Since then, OCAC has expanded to play an important role in Orange County's animal care community. OCAC serves 14 cities and the unincorporated areas of Orange County with its expanded programs and services. OCAC's goal is to deliver prompt, temporary care, and refuge to homeless animals, reunite animals with their owners, facilitate adoption, ensure public safety, and enhance the human-animal bond in the community. The shelter is designed to provide a positive experience for animals and people alike, and is the backdrop for the adaptive animal programming continually developed by OC Animal Care to provide enrichment, engagement and adoption services for the animals in its care. THE OPPORTUNITY Under general direction of the Operations Manager, the Field Services Manager plans, coordinates, and supervises field and animal control activities; supervises the work of animal control staff engaged in the operation of a comprehensive animal control program which includes, but is not limited to, the interpretation and enforcement of state and local laws and ordinances related to the impound and rescue of domestic animals, rabies control, animal cruelty, and neglect, humane euthanasia of animals, and spay and neuter; provides information to the public regarding animal control operations and procedures, and completes related work as required. This assignment manages, plans, supervises, and coordinates the daily operations of the field department, which includes the work of office and field staff, including the impounding of animals, assessment of physical and behavioral conditions of stray and impounded animals; performs enforcement tasks such as issuing of notices to appear in court, warrant service, and related duties; establishes protocols for the assessment of emergency medical attention of animals. This position is also responsible for protocols for the proper care of animals during impoundment and transportation. In addition, this position ensures the safety of field and patrol staff; trains and acts as a technical resource to field and shelter staff; recommends, implements, and writes operational policies and procedures related to animal control field services, and establishes uniformity in the application of rules, regulations, and policies established by the Operations Manager; works with other agencies and County departments regarding Animal Control matters. Work Schedule: OC Animal Care provides service 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Incumbents should be prepared to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating schedule. Incumbents may be expected to remain “on-call” or be drafted for mandatory overtime in the event of an emergency, disaster, or during periods of unexpected staffing shortages. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will be an experienced manager within the animal welfare industry with a strong background in operational management and demonstrated skills in effective leadership and supervision. Such a candidate should be experienced with facilitating meetings to identify and resolve problems across teams and managing solutions in the presence of competing priorities. This experience specifically within a city, county, or a municipal system is highly desirable but not required. Operational management experience in all the following areas is highly desirable: Personnel management Finance/budgeting Records management Safety and emergency preparedness Operational management experience in Recruitment is desirable but not required. In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate related knowledge and experience in the following core competencies: Technical Expertise | Administrative Support Working in collaboration with management and HR to plan development strategies and goals for performance improvement Understanding of technical data and software, related terminology and laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to HR Statistical reporting for OC Animal Care to the public, stakeholders, or state/national public safety reporting entities, as appropriate Enact quality assurance procedures to ensure data consistency and accuracy Ensure compliance with County-wide policies and procedures Interpersonal Skills Working effectively and collaboratively with various stakeholders including internal/external clients, various departments/agencies throughout the organization, contractors, vendors and internal/external business partners Establishing and maintaining professional, cooperative, working relationships with peers, managers, stakeholders, vendors and the general public Verbal l Written Communication Skills Communicating effectively in person and in writing with County management and staff, contractors, public constituents, and community stakeholders Utilizing diplomacy, tact, excellent customer service, and confidentiality in the performance of the assigned duties Composing written documents for a wide variety of audiences including composing formal letters and report, reallocation studies, disciplinary action plans, and other official documents Problem Solving | Organizing & Planning Solving problems effectively through strong analytical skills Addressing compliance and performance matters as related to HR Overseeing and/or monitoring contract outcomes and expenditures Effectively utilizing organizing and planning skills to ensure high productivity and efficiency Working independently and managing time wisely to effectively prioritize multiple and competing tasks Demonstrating decisiveness and soundness in judgement, and work cooperatively in groups Supervision | Leadership Demonstrating knowledge of personnel practices as they relate to selecting, training, evaluating performance and supervising employees Adapting to changing assignments and priorities and manages changes with affected parties Providing structure to a team with tools and processes to achieve best practices Performing supervisory tasks related to performance and talent management, training, and staff development, and creating and maintaining succession plans MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Please click here for the full classification specification for Operations and Maintenance Manager (8267MA) . RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process. Recorded Structured Oral Interview (rSOI) | (Weighted 100%) The rSOI is a timed oral interview conducted virtually through an online vendor. Applicants will be asked a series of structured questions designed to elicit the applicant's qualifications for the job. All applicant responses will be video recorded so that they can be evaluated against pre-determined criteria by a panel of job knowledge experts. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related recommendations. Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details. The position for which you are applying may be required to adhere to any applicable State or County Public Health Orders. You will receive notification of any requirement as it applies to a position. EMAIL NOTIFICATION Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Rula Dabit at 714.480.2884 or by email at Rula.Dabit@occr.ocgov.com. EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Administrative Management * In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits -- such as a variety of health plan options, sick and vacation time and paid holidays -- we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as: Retirement: Benefits are provided through the Orange County Employees' Retirement System (OCERS). Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information . Paid Leave: Twelve holidays per year plus sick and vacation time Health & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Dental Insurance: County pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums Paid Life Insurance: $100,000 life insurance policy Paid Accidental & Death and Dismemberment Insurance: $100,000 AD&D insurance policy Paid Short & Long Term Disability insurance programs 457 Defined Contribution Program *Effective 07/01/20, management employees who are sworn Public Safety Managers receive health insurance benefits through the AOCDS Medical Benefit Plans. Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees. Closing Date/Time: 4/19/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
CITY OF FRESNO, CA
Fresno, California, United States
Position Description Be part of the City of Fresno's new Animal Center Department! The Director will be part of the collective and strategic planning in staffing the new state of the art clinic and developing the program, while embodying the goals, innovation, and animal care compassion that the City Manager envisions for the center and the community. Reporting to the Office of the City Manager, the Director will oversee the day-to-day activities of the center, providing oversight and support in the development and implementation of department policies and procedures, and managing current issues and priorities. The Director will make critical decisions to resolve emergency situations and to ensure the continuity of services and operations. The director is responsible for fulfilling key objectives, directing and leading animal center staff, developing and managing the department budget, ensuring compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations, ensuring high quality animal care, and ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of the center. The incumbent will work directly with the staff, volunteers, City Manager and key stakeholders in furthering the department goals and objectives. The ideal candidate for this critical position will be a compassionate leader, with a highly collaborative management style who embodies a culture of customer service. The incumbent should possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills, be a person who will promote and embody a motivating work environment, and be committed to ensuring the safety of staff and animals are at the forefront of all department activities. With many key objectives to fulfill, it is important that the ideal candidate be a flexible and strategic thought leader who can identify needs and provide sound recommendations to City leadership. The ideal candidate should possess knowledge in animal care services such as field and kennel operations, volunteer and adoption programs, and public relations. In addition, qualified candidates must possess: any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for an Animal Center Director may be considered qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess five years of increasingly responsible directly related management experience, including three years at the supervisory level, and a Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, or related field. A Master's degree is highly desirable. Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver's License is required at time of appointment. Incumbents may be required to work nights, weekends and holidays and respond to after-hours emergencies as needed. The incumbent will be exposed to a working environment with animals (primarily dogs and cats) which may lead to possible exposure of unpleasant odors and noises, allergens, interactions with animals, and possible exposure to zoonotic diseases; and will be required to handle and restrain animals humanely and safely using approved protocols and practices. This is an unclassified position in which the incumbent serves at the will of the City Manager. Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule The City of Fresno offers an attractive and competitive salary and benefits package. The salary range for this position is between $143,496-$226,536. The employee benefits package, as noted below, is subject to change and includes: - Retirement: Fresno City Retirement System; reciprocity with other public California systems. The City's pension funds are among the best-funded public systems in California. The City does not participate in Social Security. - Health Insurance: City contributes toward the current monthly premium for medical, dental, and vision for employee and dependents. - Flexible Spending Account: IRS 125 Plan for health/dependent care. - Deferred Compensation: 457 plan available. - Auto Allowance: Employees in this classification may be provided with an auto allowance of $300 per month. - Management Leave: 80 hours per fiscal year, prorated with cash out provision. - Supplemental Management Leave: May be granted up to 32 hours per fiscal year upon City Manager approval. This leave may be placed in a retiree Health Reimbursement Arrangement account. - Annual Leave: Accrue 15.50 hours per month, with cash out provision.. - Holidays: Ten (10) City-observed holidays annually, plus birthday and two (2) personal days per year. - Life Insurance: Equal to annual salary; premium paid by City. - Long-Term Disability: City pays premium for 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days. - Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP): DROP is an optional, voluntary program that allows for retirement benefits deposited in a special savings account within your Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno. To participate, must be at least age 50 with 5 years of service. Benefits include ownership of DROP account monies; compound interest earnings; and alternative distribution options. - Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free. How To Apply To pursue this phenomenal career opportunity, please visit our website at www.fresno.gov/jobs. To apply, please complete an employment application and upload your letter of interest, resume, and five work-related references. This recruitment is Open Until Filled and may close at any time. Applications will be reviewed and a select group of candidates will be invited to interview. Applicants deemed to have the most relevant qualifications will be referred for further consideration. First consideration of applications: Week of April 8, 2024. If you have any questions regarding this position, please feel free to contact Sandra Chavez Martin, Assistant Director at 559-621-6988 or by email: Sandra.chavezmartin@fresno.gov Other Information Department Highlight The Animal Center was built by the City of Fresno to provide state-mandated animal control services. Our Center provides temporary kennels for Fresno's homeless pet population while they wait to be reclaimed by their owners. If unclaimed, the pet is then adopted into a forever home. Our mission is to increase live outcomes for animals by reducing the euthanasia rate. With guidance from our partners, we strive to reunite pets with their owners by providing resources to City of Fresno residents. The Animal Center includes four divisions: Administration, Community Engagement, Animal Services and Veterinary Services. ADMINISTRATION: - This division is responsible for day-to-day administrative functions including budget, finance, personnel management, policy and procedure development, safety and risk management, licensing, purchasing and procurement, volunteer recruitments, data analytics and transparency reporting, and grant funding opportunities. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: - This division is responsible for outreach with the purpose of increasing life-saving outcomes via adoptions, fostering, rescue transfer programs, and transport. - This division is comprised of the Animal Resource Officer team, the Community outreach team, and the Animal Services Representative Team. - Animal Resource Officers work in the field and respond to at-large animal concerns, bite cases, and potential endangered animal calls; the Community outreach team focusing on community education and outreach, and placing animals into their forever homes; and our Animal Services team are often the first point of contact for the public, providing customer service in person or by phone. ANIMAL SERVICES: - The Animal Service Division is primarily responsible for animal intake health assessment and vaccination to ensure the health of the animal entering the center and the protection of animals in the kennels by mitigation of contagious diseases. Includes daily deep cleaning of kennels, continuous removal of animal waste during the day, feeding, visual assessments, and appropriate behavior and enrichment including time in play yards to ensure the mental and behavioral well-being of the animals. - The behavior team is responsible for building and recommending enrichment plans for center animals as well as assessing animals that come into the center. VETERINARY SERVICES: - The veterinary team is responsible for the medical care of all center animals. They make medical assessments of the animals, recommend and implement treatments as needed, and care for sick or injured animals housed at the center. The Community The Community The City of Fresno is located in the heart of the state of California in the fertile San Joaquin Valley. From the agricultural fields on the valley floor to the snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range, the Fresno area offers something for everyone. With a population of approximately 540,000 residents, Fresno is the fifth-largest city in California and serves as the financial, industrial, trade, and commercial capital of the central San Joaquin Valley. The City is located amongst three National Parks, residents and visitors enjoy Fresno's proximity to Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National Parks. With approximately 300 days of sunshine each year, the Mediterranean climate allows for year-round recreational activities, including sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing. Living in Fresno has the benefit of urban amenities and the unique charm of a suburban atmosphere. Housing prices are typically lower than California's other major metropolitan areas. There are four large school districts including Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Sanger Unified, and Clovis Unified, and a variety of private institutions. The City is also home to colleges and universities, most notably California State University, Fresno as well as Fresno City College and Fresno Pacific University. Residents enjoy various social, cultural, and athletic activities in an affordable community environment. City Government Fresno is a full-service charter city operating under a strong mayor form of government. The Mayor is elected at large and does not serve on the Council but has veto power over certain actions taken by the City Council. There are seven Council Members. The Council appoints the City Attorney and the City Clerk. The City Manager, who is appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for appointing all other department heads in the City. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Closing Date/Time: 05/22/2024
Mar 23, 2024
Full Time
Position Description Be part of the City of Fresno's new Animal Center Department! The Director will be part of the collective and strategic planning in staffing the new state of the art clinic and developing the program, while embodying the goals, innovation, and animal care compassion that the City Manager envisions for the center and the community. Reporting to the Office of the City Manager, the Director will oversee the day-to-day activities of the center, providing oversight and support in the development and implementation of department policies and procedures, and managing current issues and priorities. The Director will make critical decisions to resolve emergency situations and to ensure the continuity of services and operations. The director is responsible for fulfilling key objectives, directing and leading animal center staff, developing and managing the department budget, ensuring compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations, ensuring high quality animal care, and ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of the center. The incumbent will work directly with the staff, volunteers, City Manager and key stakeholders in furthering the department goals and objectives. The ideal candidate for this critical position will be a compassionate leader, with a highly collaborative management style who embodies a culture of customer service. The incumbent should possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills, be a person who will promote and embody a motivating work environment, and be committed to ensuring the safety of staff and animals are at the forefront of all department activities. With many key objectives to fulfill, it is important that the ideal candidate be a flexible and strategic thought leader who can identify needs and provide sound recommendations to City leadership. The ideal candidate should possess knowledge in animal care services such as field and kennel operations, volunteer and adoption programs, and public relations. In addition, qualified candidates must possess: any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for an Animal Center Director may be considered qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess five years of increasingly responsible directly related management experience, including three years at the supervisory level, and a Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, or related field. A Master's degree is highly desirable. Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver's License is required at time of appointment. Incumbents may be required to work nights, weekends and holidays and respond to after-hours emergencies as needed. The incumbent will be exposed to a working environment with animals (primarily dogs and cats) which may lead to possible exposure of unpleasant odors and noises, allergens, interactions with animals, and possible exposure to zoonotic diseases; and will be required to handle and restrain animals humanely and safely using approved protocols and practices. This is an unclassified position in which the incumbent serves at the will of the City Manager. Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule The City of Fresno offers an attractive and competitive salary and benefits package. The salary range for this position is between $143,496-$226,536. The employee benefits package, as noted below, is subject to change and includes: - Retirement: Fresno City Retirement System; reciprocity with other public California systems. The City's pension funds are among the best-funded public systems in California. The City does not participate in Social Security. - Health Insurance: City contributes toward the current monthly premium for medical, dental, and vision for employee and dependents. - Flexible Spending Account: IRS 125 Plan for health/dependent care. - Deferred Compensation: 457 plan available. - Auto Allowance: Employees in this classification may be provided with an auto allowance of $300 per month. - Management Leave: 80 hours per fiscal year, prorated with cash out provision. - Supplemental Management Leave: May be granted up to 32 hours per fiscal year upon City Manager approval. This leave may be placed in a retiree Health Reimbursement Arrangement account. - Annual Leave: Accrue 15.50 hours per month, with cash out provision.. - Holidays: Ten (10) City-observed holidays annually, plus birthday and two (2) personal days per year. - Life Insurance: Equal to annual salary; premium paid by City. - Long-Term Disability: City pays premium for 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days. - Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP): DROP is an optional, voluntary program that allows for retirement benefits deposited in a special savings account within your Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno. To participate, must be at least age 50 with 5 years of service. Benefits include ownership of DROP account monies; compound interest earnings; and alternative distribution options. - Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free. How To Apply To pursue this phenomenal career opportunity, please visit our website at www.fresno.gov/jobs. To apply, please complete an employment application and upload your letter of interest, resume, and five work-related references. This recruitment is Open Until Filled and may close at any time. Applications will be reviewed and a select group of candidates will be invited to interview. Applicants deemed to have the most relevant qualifications will be referred for further consideration. First consideration of applications: Week of April 8, 2024. If you have any questions regarding this position, please feel free to contact Sandra Chavez Martin, Assistant Director at 559-621-6988 or by email: Sandra.chavezmartin@fresno.gov Other Information Department Highlight The Animal Center was built by the City of Fresno to provide state-mandated animal control services. Our Center provides temporary kennels for Fresno's homeless pet population while they wait to be reclaimed by their owners. If unclaimed, the pet is then adopted into a forever home. Our mission is to increase live outcomes for animals by reducing the euthanasia rate. With guidance from our partners, we strive to reunite pets with their owners by providing resources to City of Fresno residents. The Animal Center includes four divisions: Administration, Community Engagement, Animal Services and Veterinary Services. ADMINISTRATION: - This division is responsible for day-to-day administrative functions including budget, finance, personnel management, policy and procedure development, safety and risk management, licensing, purchasing and procurement, volunteer recruitments, data analytics and transparency reporting, and grant funding opportunities. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: - This division is responsible for outreach with the purpose of increasing life-saving outcomes via adoptions, fostering, rescue transfer programs, and transport. - This division is comprised of the Animal Resource Officer team, the Community outreach team, and the Animal Services Representative Team. - Animal Resource Officers work in the field and respond to at-large animal concerns, bite cases, and potential endangered animal calls; the Community outreach team focusing on community education and outreach, and placing animals into their forever homes; and our Animal Services team are often the first point of contact for the public, providing customer service in person or by phone. ANIMAL SERVICES: - The Animal Service Division is primarily responsible for animal intake health assessment and vaccination to ensure the health of the animal entering the center and the protection of animals in the kennels by mitigation of contagious diseases. Includes daily deep cleaning of kennels, continuous removal of animal waste during the day, feeding, visual assessments, and appropriate behavior and enrichment including time in play yards to ensure the mental and behavioral well-being of the animals. - The behavior team is responsible for building and recommending enrichment plans for center animals as well as assessing animals that come into the center. VETERINARY SERVICES: - The veterinary team is responsible for the medical care of all center animals. They make medical assessments of the animals, recommend and implement treatments as needed, and care for sick or injured animals housed at the center. The Community The Community The City of Fresno is located in the heart of the state of California in the fertile San Joaquin Valley. From the agricultural fields on the valley floor to the snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range, the Fresno area offers something for everyone. With a population of approximately 540,000 residents, Fresno is the fifth-largest city in California and serves as the financial, industrial, trade, and commercial capital of the central San Joaquin Valley. The City is located amongst three National Parks, residents and visitors enjoy Fresno's proximity to Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National Parks. With approximately 300 days of sunshine each year, the Mediterranean climate allows for year-round recreational activities, including sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing. Living in Fresno has the benefit of urban amenities and the unique charm of a suburban atmosphere. Housing prices are typically lower than California's other major metropolitan areas. There are four large school districts including Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Sanger Unified, and Clovis Unified, and a variety of private institutions. The City is also home to colleges and universities, most notably California State University, Fresno as well as Fresno City College and Fresno Pacific University. Residents enjoy various social, cultural, and athletic activities in an affordable community environment. City Government Fresno is a full-service charter city operating under a strong mayor form of government. The Mayor is elected at large and does not serve on the Council but has veto power over certain actions taken by the City Council. There are seven Council Members. The Council appoints the City Attorney and the City Clerk. The City Manager, who is appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for appointing all other department heads in the City. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Closing Date/Time: 05/22/2024
CITY OF VENTURA, CA
501 Poli Street, Ventura, California 93001, USA
THE POSITION The City of Ventura is hiring! We have immediate vacancies for the position of Criminal Investigative Technician I/II with the Ventura Police Department. The Criminal Investigative Technician I/II are non-sworn (" civilian ") positions which perform routine (I-level), or complex (II-level) and specialized investigative liaison duties involved in the enforcement of municipal, state, and federal criminal laws in support of the Police Department's investigative functions. Now is a great time to join the City of Ventura's Police Department and start a rewarding career! The Criminal Investigative Technician I/II performs criminal investigations under the direction of sworn personnel and assists sworn detectives in the preparation of cases by completing administrative and research functions. Criminal Investigative Technician I/II may be required to testify in court and may be subject to emergency call-outs on weekends or evenings as necessary. This position may be required to work evenings and/ or weekends. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Investigates a variety of crimes in support of the enforcement of municipal, state, and federal criminal laws. These crimes may include but are not limited to violent and non-violent crimes as well as sex offenses and missing person's investigations. Determines appropriate analytical methods and information-gathering processes that are relevant to the particular cases. Interviews victims, witnesses and involved parties in order to understand the nature of the crime, probable causes, motives, and potential violations of criminal and civil law. Assists investigators with datamining social media sites related to known criminal offenders, intelligence gathering, and researching social media sites of known suspects. Prepares preservation letters to ensure the custodians of certain documents and electronically stored information preserve potentially relevant evidence. Analyzes material returned from social media companies, video surveillance, data recovery, and electronic storage devices (i.e. cell phones, computers, etc.). Accesses county, state, interstate, and national law enforcement records and information systems for the purpose of retrieving data. Writes police reports to document findings, including supplemental reports, crime reports, and property reports. Prepares comprehensive reports to document findings including observations, actions taken, and conclusions. Testifies in court and is subject to emergency call-outs as necessary. Assists with obtaining and executing search warrants. Assists with other technical analysis as needed. Performs other related duties as required. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate for this position Is organized, detail-oriented and excels working as a team player. This person Is highly proficient in the latest criminal analysis and investigative techniques and possesses excellent computer, report-writing, and oral presentation skills. The ideal candidate has proven interview skills and responds diplomatically and tactfully to people of diverse backgrounds, in adverse situations. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Criminal Investigative Technician I : This is the entry-level classification in the job series. Under general supervision, incumbents perform a variety of routine investigative liaison duties. Positions are flexibly staffed and incumbents are expected to advance to the Criminal Investigative Technician II classification upon obtaining the required experience. Criminal Investigative Technician II : This is the journey-level classification in the job series and is distinguished from Criminal Investigative Technician I by assignment of more complex and difficult investigative liaison duties. Incumbents perform the full range of duties assigned in an independent manner within established guidelines. Candidates are required to undergo an extensive background investigation. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ventura Police Department The mission of the Ventura Police Department is to protect, serve, and problem solve with our community. We are great people, providing exceptional service, and we value excellence, integrity, professionalism, respect, and transparency. We are a family of over 250 sworn, professional staff, and volunteers that work tirelessly towards this mission each day. We accomplish this by investing in our team and building strong community partnerships through community events, neighborhood meetings, and day to day activities. We stay committed to you by maintaining trust through transparency and showcasing our commitment to excellence. The Ventura Police Department is comprised of two divisions: Field Operations and Administration Operations. The majority of our staffing is dedicated to patrol operations. Many of our special assignment teams, such as the Patrol Task Force dedicated to homeless outreach, our K9 Unit, and Traffic Unit, as well as the calming voices of Dispatch, work within the Field Operations Division. Our Administration Operations includes all Investigations units, Crime Analysis, School Resource Officers, Records, and Professional Standards and Training. Each of the members in these divisions proudly serve our city and strive to perform their best every day, treating each resident equally with respect, empathy, and dignity. Please take a moment to learn more about our community engagement opportunities , Community Crime Map , District Commanders , and the goals established in our 2020-2023 Strategic Plan. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Benefits and Additional Information The City offers a total compensation package that includes both a generous salary and other benefits! Refer to the benefits tab on the job posting for more information. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis. The first review of applications is scheduled for Thursday, January 18, 2024 . Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed weekly and all candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the department for further consideration. To be considered for this career opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire. For initial consideration, please submit your application and supplemental questionnaire by the first review date. Please note, the recruitment may close without notice at any time after the first review date. For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City's Career Page at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs or by clicking here Criminal Investigative Technician I/II . If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . POSITION QUALIFICATIONS A combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to: Criminal Investigative Technician I : Two years of college coursework in criminal justice, political science, sociology, or a closely related field and one year of experience in investigative work or other related work within the law enforcement field. Criminal Investigative Technician II : Two years of college coursework in criminal justice, political science, sociology, or a closely related field and three years of varied analytical and technical experience in law enforcement investigative work. Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, political science, sociology, or closely related field desirable. License : Possession of a valid California Class C driver license and acceptable driving record are required. APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . It is important that your City job application show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire, may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process. Application Filing Deadline : This recruitment is open on a continuous basis. The first review of applications is scheduled for Thursday, January 18, 2024 . Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed weekly and candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the department for further consideration. To be considered for this career opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire. For initial consideration, please submit your application and supplemental questionnaire by the first review date. Please note, the recruitment may close without notice at any time after the first review date. Application Review Process : All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates will be notified about their status after the filing deadline. Department Selection Interview : A select number of candidates will be invited to a panel interview process that will be scheduled once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received for this position. Selected candidates will be notified of specifics at any time after the first review date. Please note, given the current COVID-19 situation, initial panel interviews may be conducted via video teleconference. Selected applicants will be notified of specifics at the appropriate time. The department selection interviews will be scheduled promptly after the panel interview processes completed. The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov. THE ORGANIZATION The City of Ventura operates under the Council/ Manager form of government under a charter adopted by voters in 1934, with an elected seven-member City Council. This full-service municipality is supported by 11 major City departments: City Manager, City Attorney, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Community Development, Parks & Recreation, Fire, Police, Public Works, and Ventura Water. The City's Adopted FY 2023/2024 Budget totals approximately $428.8 million. The City Council and the City Manager are dedicated to the highest standards of integrity, public service, and innovative approaches to governing. To learn more about the City of Ventura, please visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov and view the FY2023-24 Budget. CITY OF VENTURA The City of Ventura is located just north of Los Angeles County and south of Santa Barbara County and is frequently considered one of America's most desirable places to live. The City is a full-service municipality that was founded in 1782, incorporated in 1866, and serves nearly 110,000 residents within its 32 square miles. With nearly 700 employees, the City is dedicated to delivering key services to our businesses, residents, and visitors to ensure Ventura remains a fiscally stable, economically vibrant, safe, clean, and desirable community. Locals and visitors enjoy Ventura's impressive park system that includes 32 parks and historic sites, and more than 800 acres of open green space. The City offers a remarkable year-round climate, friendly people, and a spectacular coastline. Ventura is an exciting location for a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, sailing, surfing, whale watching and windsurfing. Other activities include the Channel Islands National Park, championship golf, world-class shopping, wine tours, and more. Learn more about the City of Ventura at www.CityofVentura.ca.gov DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION The City of Ventura values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the City derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in public service, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations, and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they're counting on us. The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team! Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION The City of Ventura is hiring! We have immediate vacancies for the position of Criminal Investigative Technician I/II with the Ventura Police Department. The Criminal Investigative Technician I/II are non-sworn (" civilian ") positions which perform routine (I-level), or complex (II-level) and specialized investigative liaison duties involved in the enforcement of municipal, state, and federal criminal laws in support of the Police Department's investigative functions. Now is a great time to join the City of Ventura's Police Department and start a rewarding career! The Criminal Investigative Technician I/II performs criminal investigations under the direction of sworn personnel and assists sworn detectives in the preparation of cases by completing administrative and research functions. Criminal Investigative Technician I/II may be required to testify in court and may be subject to emergency call-outs on weekends or evenings as necessary. This position may be required to work evenings and/ or weekends. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Investigates a variety of crimes in support of the enforcement of municipal, state, and federal criminal laws. These crimes may include but are not limited to violent and non-violent crimes as well as sex offenses and missing person's investigations. Determines appropriate analytical methods and information-gathering processes that are relevant to the particular cases. Interviews victims, witnesses and involved parties in order to understand the nature of the crime, probable causes, motives, and potential violations of criminal and civil law. Assists investigators with datamining social media sites related to known criminal offenders, intelligence gathering, and researching social media sites of known suspects. Prepares preservation letters to ensure the custodians of certain documents and electronically stored information preserve potentially relevant evidence. Analyzes material returned from social media companies, video surveillance, data recovery, and electronic storage devices (i.e. cell phones, computers, etc.). Accesses county, state, interstate, and national law enforcement records and information systems for the purpose of retrieving data. Writes police reports to document findings, including supplemental reports, crime reports, and property reports. Prepares comprehensive reports to document findings including observations, actions taken, and conclusions. Testifies in court and is subject to emergency call-outs as necessary. Assists with obtaining and executing search warrants. Assists with other technical analysis as needed. Performs other related duties as required. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate for this position Is organized, detail-oriented and excels working as a team player. This person Is highly proficient in the latest criminal analysis and investigative techniques and possesses excellent computer, report-writing, and oral presentation skills. The ideal candidate has proven interview skills and responds diplomatically and tactfully to people of diverse backgrounds, in adverse situations. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Criminal Investigative Technician I : This is the entry-level classification in the job series. Under general supervision, incumbents perform a variety of routine investigative liaison duties. Positions are flexibly staffed and incumbents are expected to advance to the Criminal Investigative Technician II classification upon obtaining the required experience. Criminal Investigative Technician II : This is the journey-level classification in the job series and is distinguished from Criminal Investigative Technician I by assignment of more complex and difficult investigative liaison duties. Incumbents perform the full range of duties assigned in an independent manner within established guidelines. Candidates are required to undergo an extensive background investigation. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ventura Police Department The mission of the Ventura Police Department is to protect, serve, and problem solve with our community. We are great people, providing exceptional service, and we value excellence, integrity, professionalism, respect, and transparency. We are a family of over 250 sworn, professional staff, and volunteers that work tirelessly towards this mission each day. We accomplish this by investing in our team and building strong community partnerships through community events, neighborhood meetings, and day to day activities. We stay committed to you by maintaining trust through transparency and showcasing our commitment to excellence. The Ventura Police Department is comprised of two divisions: Field Operations and Administration Operations. The majority of our staffing is dedicated to patrol operations. Many of our special assignment teams, such as the Patrol Task Force dedicated to homeless outreach, our K9 Unit, and Traffic Unit, as well as the calming voices of Dispatch, work within the Field Operations Division. Our Administration Operations includes all Investigations units, Crime Analysis, School Resource Officers, Records, and Professional Standards and Training. Each of the members in these divisions proudly serve our city and strive to perform their best every day, treating each resident equally with respect, empathy, and dignity. Please take a moment to learn more about our community engagement opportunities , Community Crime Map , District Commanders , and the goals established in our 2020-2023 Strategic Plan. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Benefits and Additional Information The City offers a total compensation package that includes both a generous salary and other benefits! Refer to the benefits tab on the job posting for more information. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis. The first review of applications is scheduled for Thursday, January 18, 2024 . Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed weekly and all candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the department for further consideration. To be considered for this career opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire. For initial consideration, please submit your application and supplemental questionnaire by the first review date. Please note, the recruitment may close without notice at any time after the first review date. For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City's Career Page at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs or by clicking here Criminal Investigative Technician I/II . If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . POSITION QUALIFICATIONS A combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to: Criminal Investigative Technician I : Two years of college coursework in criminal justice, political science, sociology, or a closely related field and one year of experience in investigative work or other related work within the law enforcement field. Criminal Investigative Technician II : Two years of college coursework in criminal justice, political science, sociology, or a closely related field and three years of varied analytical and technical experience in law enforcement investigative work. Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, political science, sociology, or closely related field desirable. License : Possession of a valid California Class C driver license and acceptable driving record are required. APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . It is important that your City job application show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire, may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process. Application Filing Deadline : This recruitment is open on a continuous basis. The first review of applications is scheduled for Thursday, January 18, 2024 . Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed weekly and candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the department for further consideration. To be considered for this career opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire. For initial consideration, please submit your application and supplemental questionnaire by the first review date. Please note, the recruitment may close without notice at any time after the first review date. Application Review Process : All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates will be notified about their status after the filing deadline. Department Selection Interview : A select number of candidates will be invited to a panel interview process that will be scheduled once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received for this position. Selected candidates will be notified of specifics at any time after the first review date. Please note, given the current COVID-19 situation, initial panel interviews may be conducted via video teleconference. Selected applicants will be notified of specifics at the appropriate time. The department selection interviews will be scheduled promptly after the panel interview processes completed. The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov. THE ORGANIZATION The City of Ventura operates under the Council/ Manager form of government under a charter adopted by voters in 1934, with an elected seven-member City Council. This full-service municipality is supported by 11 major City departments: City Manager, City Attorney, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Community Development, Parks & Recreation, Fire, Police, Public Works, and Ventura Water. The City's Adopted FY 2023/2024 Budget totals approximately $428.8 million. The City Council and the City Manager are dedicated to the highest standards of integrity, public service, and innovative approaches to governing. To learn more about the City of Ventura, please visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov and view the FY2023-24 Budget. CITY OF VENTURA The City of Ventura is located just north of Los Angeles County and south of Santa Barbara County and is frequently considered one of America's most desirable places to live. The City is a full-service municipality that was founded in 1782, incorporated in 1866, and serves nearly 110,000 residents within its 32 square miles. With nearly 700 employees, the City is dedicated to delivering key services to our businesses, residents, and visitors to ensure Ventura remains a fiscally stable, economically vibrant, safe, clean, and desirable community. Locals and visitors enjoy Ventura's impressive park system that includes 32 parks and historic sites, and more than 800 acres of open green space. The City offers a remarkable year-round climate, friendly people, and a spectacular coastline. Ventura is an exciting location for a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, sailing, surfing, whale watching and windsurfing. Other activities include the Channel Islands National Park, championship golf, world-class shopping, wine tours, and more. Learn more about the City of Ventura at www.CityofVentura.ca.gov DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION The City of Ventura values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the City derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in public service, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations, and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they're counting on us. The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team! Closing Date/Time: Continuous
The successful leader will work to develop and implement strategies that reduce community and youth violence, develop alternative responses to mental health, implement strategies to mitigate the challenges of high-risk homelessness and provide coordination with community partners and stakeholders in these spaces.
The ideal candidate has experience managing relationships with law enforcement, public health and mental health communities, with a deep understanding of the functions and responsibilities of each and how they collaborate to maintain a safe and thriving community for all. This individual consistently maintains a calm, stable demeanor, with demonstrated practice regulating their emotions, especially when communicating about traumatic events with diverse stakeholders.
City leaders desire in their first Office of Community Safety Director a community-minded professional who:
has experience overseeing similar community safety efforts in a similar size jurisdiction, preferably with a military presence;
maintains a diverse skillset in the areas of social services, law enforcement, emergency management, medical service, public and mental health;
understands and has experience identifying and strategically addressing root causes of crime, mental health crisis, and homelessness;
understands the opportunities and best practices concerning alternative response and co-response models;
understand the historical relationships between diverse communities and law enforcement and the changing landscape of community safety in the urban environment;
is an impeccable crisis and proactive communicator who utilizes data when delivering critical information to various stakeholders;
advocates confidently, and can facilitate strong influences who want input in establishing the mission and direction of the newly created Office of Community Safety;
is a highly effective problem solver with demonstrated empathy during community emergencies;
demonstrates a deep understanding of cohesive data analysis to integrate and correlate information related to violence, social determinants of health, and economic factors influencing outcomes;
is knowledgeable of community violence intervention and interruption strategies, community policing/Project Safe Neighborhoods, juvenile/adult corrections with a focus on re-entry in the community, mental-health response, and hospital-based violence programs,
can balance effectively overseeing the establishment of programs and services, motivating and encouraging a team while also ensuring accountability in high-quality, effective service delivery;
has a successful track record of budget and program development and management, evaluation strategies, and grant management; and,
is a selfless, humble professional eager to immerse themselves in a community to build and maintain trusting, credible relationships with elected officials, city department leaders, community members, and visitors while improving safety within the community.
Fayetteville’s Office of Community Safety Director will serve as the primary coordinator for the broad spectrum of community safety-related programs and services of the City of Fayetteville. This position is a unique opportunity for an energetic professional looking to develop and implement first-of-its-kind, community-based solutions for the City related to safety, violent crime prevention, mental health, and homeless response.
About the Organization :
The City of Fayetteville operates under a council-manager form of government. It has more than 1,800 full-time and 300 part-time seasonal employees working across 19 departments. The FY 23-24 operating budget is $311.1M across all funds.
The City’s core values of RESPECT (Responsibility, Ethics, Stewardship, Professionalism, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Commitment, and Teamwork) are the basis for actions and decisions. They are the compass for accomplishing the City’s mission, vision, and objectives. The City has dedicated resources to transparency and accountability for meeting City goals and objectives through the Office of Strategic Performance Analytics.
The City prides itself on community engagement and offers multiple ways for the community to become involved and stay informed, from 26 Advisory Boards and Commissions to state-of-the-art communication tools such as the cable and streaming FayTV government access channel, social media, podcasts, and community surveys. The city earns numerous awards and recognitions annually at the department level and nationally for its efforts. Explore more about the City of Fayetteville here .
About the Department and Position:
The City of Fayetteville Office of Community Safety will be a key community partner working to enhance safety through proven collaborative approaches and demonstrated best practices in violence prevention, homelessness, and mental health response. The office's role will evolve over time but will heavily focus on coordinating existing community resources and programming.
The OCS Director works collaboratively with key stakeholders, including other governmental partners, community and faith-based organizations, non-profit organizations, and the community, to ensure the OCS serves as a hub for all community safety resources.
This OCS Director will serve on various committees and advisory boards to collaboratively enhance community safety efforts and be actively engaged in the community.
Qualifications :
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in criminal justice, fire science, public administration, social work, public health, emergency services, or related field with 5 – 7 years of progressively responsible municipal leadership experience is required. **An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver license or the ability to obtain a valid NC driver license within 60 days of relocating to NC.
Working after hours, on weekends, and on holidays may be required in emergencies.
Salary and Benefits : The anticipated hiring range for this position is $130,000 - $160,000. Salary will be determined based on experience and credentials. The City of Fayetteville offers a comprehensive benefits package , including the outstanding NC Local Government Retirement system with vesting after five years. The city will consider relocation assistance based on personal circumstances.
To apply, please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/developmentalassociates/jobs/4435852/office-of-community-safety-director-city-of-fayetteville-nc?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Please note the following:
All applications must be submitted online via the Developmental Associates application portal (link above) – NOT the city’s employment application portal or any other external website.
Resumes and cover letters must be uploaded with the application.
Applicants should apply by April 18, 2024.
The hiring team will invite successful semi-finalists to participate in virtual interviews and skill evaluations on May 14 - 15, 2024 . Candidates are encouraged to reserve these dates for virtual meetings should they be invited to participate.
Direct inquiries to hiring@developmentalassociates.com.
The City of Fayetteville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Developmental Associates, LLC manages this position's recruitment and selection process . To learn more about our selection process, visit https://developmentalassociates.com/client-openings/ , select “Client Openings," and scroll down to “Important Information for Applicants.”
Mar 19, 2024
Full Time
The successful leader will work to develop and implement strategies that reduce community and youth violence, develop alternative responses to mental health, implement strategies to mitigate the challenges of high-risk homelessness and provide coordination with community partners and stakeholders in these spaces.
The ideal candidate has experience managing relationships with law enforcement, public health and mental health communities, with a deep understanding of the functions and responsibilities of each and how they collaborate to maintain a safe and thriving community for all. This individual consistently maintains a calm, stable demeanor, with demonstrated practice regulating their emotions, especially when communicating about traumatic events with diverse stakeholders.
City leaders desire in their first Office of Community Safety Director a community-minded professional who:
has experience overseeing similar community safety efforts in a similar size jurisdiction, preferably with a military presence;
maintains a diverse skillset in the areas of social services, law enforcement, emergency management, medical service, public and mental health;
understands and has experience identifying and strategically addressing root causes of crime, mental health crisis, and homelessness;
understands the opportunities and best practices concerning alternative response and co-response models;
understand the historical relationships between diverse communities and law enforcement and the changing landscape of community safety in the urban environment;
is an impeccable crisis and proactive communicator who utilizes data when delivering critical information to various stakeholders;
advocates confidently, and can facilitate strong influences who want input in establishing the mission and direction of the newly created Office of Community Safety;
is a highly effective problem solver with demonstrated empathy during community emergencies;
demonstrates a deep understanding of cohesive data analysis to integrate and correlate information related to violence, social determinants of health, and economic factors influencing outcomes;
is knowledgeable of community violence intervention and interruption strategies, community policing/Project Safe Neighborhoods, juvenile/adult corrections with a focus on re-entry in the community, mental-health response, and hospital-based violence programs,
can balance effectively overseeing the establishment of programs and services, motivating and encouraging a team while also ensuring accountability in high-quality, effective service delivery;
has a successful track record of budget and program development and management, evaluation strategies, and grant management; and,
is a selfless, humble professional eager to immerse themselves in a community to build and maintain trusting, credible relationships with elected officials, city department leaders, community members, and visitors while improving safety within the community.
Fayetteville’s Office of Community Safety Director will serve as the primary coordinator for the broad spectrum of community safety-related programs and services of the City of Fayetteville. This position is a unique opportunity for an energetic professional looking to develop and implement first-of-its-kind, community-based solutions for the City related to safety, violent crime prevention, mental health, and homeless response.
About the Organization :
The City of Fayetteville operates under a council-manager form of government. It has more than 1,800 full-time and 300 part-time seasonal employees working across 19 departments. The FY 23-24 operating budget is $311.1M across all funds.
The City’s core values of RESPECT (Responsibility, Ethics, Stewardship, Professionalism, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Commitment, and Teamwork) are the basis for actions and decisions. They are the compass for accomplishing the City’s mission, vision, and objectives. The City has dedicated resources to transparency and accountability for meeting City goals and objectives through the Office of Strategic Performance Analytics.
The City prides itself on community engagement and offers multiple ways for the community to become involved and stay informed, from 26 Advisory Boards and Commissions to state-of-the-art communication tools such as the cable and streaming FayTV government access channel, social media, podcasts, and community surveys. The city earns numerous awards and recognitions annually at the department level and nationally for its efforts. Explore more about the City of Fayetteville here .
About the Department and Position:
The City of Fayetteville Office of Community Safety will be a key community partner working to enhance safety through proven collaborative approaches and demonstrated best practices in violence prevention, homelessness, and mental health response. The office's role will evolve over time but will heavily focus on coordinating existing community resources and programming.
The OCS Director works collaboratively with key stakeholders, including other governmental partners, community and faith-based organizations, non-profit organizations, and the community, to ensure the OCS serves as a hub for all community safety resources.
This OCS Director will serve on various committees and advisory boards to collaboratively enhance community safety efforts and be actively engaged in the community.
Qualifications :
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in criminal justice, fire science, public administration, social work, public health, emergency services, or related field with 5 – 7 years of progressively responsible municipal leadership experience is required. **An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver license or the ability to obtain a valid NC driver license within 60 days of relocating to NC.
Working after hours, on weekends, and on holidays may be required in emergencies.
Salary and Benefits : The anticipated hiring range for this position is $130,000 - $160,000. Salary will be determined based on experience and credentials. The City of Fayetteville offers a comprehensive benefits package , including the outstanding NC Local Government Retirement system with vesting after five years. The city will consider relocation assistance based on personal circumstances.
To apply, please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/developmentalassociates/jobs/4435852/office-of-community-safety-director-city-of-fayetteville-nc?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Please note the following:
All applications must be submitted online via the Developmental Associates application portal (link above) – NOT the city’s employment application portal or any other external website.
Resumes and cover letters must be uploaded with the application.
Applicants should apply by April 18, 2024.
The hiring team will invite successful semi-finalists to participate in virtual interviews and skill evaluations on May 14 - 15, 2024 . Candidates are encouraged to reserve these dates for virtual meetings should they be invited to participate.
Direct inquiries to hiring@developmentalassociates.com.
The City of Fayetteville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Developmental Associates, LLC manages this position's recruitment and selection process . To learn more about our selection process, visit https://developmentalassociates.com/client-openings/ , select “Client Openings," and scroll down to “Important Information for Applicants.”