CITY OF ORLANDO, FL
Orlando, Florida, United States
Description Starting Salary: Paramedic: $21.11--$26.92 per hour A normal work week is generally 36 hours. Employees must have the ability to work mandatory overtime. This position receives full time benefits. Prior to submitting your application you are required to upload a copy of your Paramedic License (e.g., pdf, jpeg) under the "Attachments" section of the application. Once you submit your application you will be unable to upload any additional documents to this specific application. NATURE OF WORK: Specialized work involved in the paraprofessional delivery of emergency medical services and transportation of ill or injured persons to medical facilities, as may be required. Work is performed under general supervision of the EMS Supervisor. Employees assigned to this classification must exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment, along with the proper application of medical protocols and adherence to established performance standards. Examples of Duties Operates emergency medical ambulance vehicles. Responds to medical emergencies and performs basic and advanced life support functions. Performs emergency medical services on persons injured or ill according to National, State, and Departmental guidelines. Documents patient's care according to specific policies. Demonstrate awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies. Transports patients to emergency medical facilities, reports observations and actions to emergency medical staff, and may provide additional emergency treatment. Provides extensive pre-hospital care such as administering drugs orally and intravenously, endotracheal intubation, interpreting electrocardiograms (EKGs), and using monitors and other complex medical equipment. Replaces used supplies and checks equipment after transport. Decontaminates the interior of emergency vehicle, as appropriate per standards, and immediately reports case to the proper authorities. Performs routine inspections of personal safety equipment in order to ensure equipment is in optimum condition and promptly notifies supervisors of deficiencies. Attends and participates in computer simulations and drill training ground sessions in order to continuously update knowledge and skills required for effective work performance. Communicates and interacts effectively with co-workers and the public. May serve as a lead to less experienced employees. Performs other duties, as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Considerable knowledge of emergency medical services. Knowledge of basic life support emergency medical techniques and equipment. Knowledge of advanced life support emergency medical techniques and equipment. Ability to remain calm and provide effective patient care under stressful conditions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, medical facility staff, patients and general public. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability and physical capacity to accomplish physical demands of the job. Ability to lead the EMS team and train/support less experienced co-workers. Ability to operate/drive emergency ambulance vehicle. Ability to follow written and oral directions. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to work twelve (12) hour shifts Ability to work mandatory overtime. Knowledge of Federal and State regulations applicable to the delivery of EMS and patient care. Minimum Requirements High school graduate or GED equivalency. All applicants are required to possess State of Florida Paramedic Certification upon receiving a conditional offer of employment. Applicants must maintain current State of Florida Paramedic Certification as a requirement of continued employment. Applicants who have their National Registry Paramedic Certification but not Florida Paramedic Certification may also apply, but must have their State of Florida Paramedic Certification upon receiving a conditional offer of employment. Applicants currently enrolled in a Florida Paramedic Certification program who have not yet graduated may apply. Orange County Department of Emergency Services (DES) Approved Medic, preferred. Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) or Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC), preferred. Candidates must provide proof of State of Florida Paramedic Certification upon receiving a conditional offer of employment and be able to perform work in the state of Florida as a Paramedic by the time of hire. Must possess and maintain a State of Florida Class E Driver's License. Supplemental Information SIGNIFICANT JOB REQUIREMENTS As a City of Orlando Civilian Paramedic you would be required to work any hour of the day, any day of the week, and any recognized holiday. You are required to be on call for at least one shift a month, for preservation of expertise. You would be required to work in any area of the City. You would be required to be able to work with and for persons of differing race, gender, religious affiliation, age group, sexual orientation, and abilities. SELECTION PROCESS INFORMATION If selected, you will be required to successfully complete additional processing, which may include an interview, background investigation, polygraph exams, medical exam and a psychological exam to be considered for employment. If you are hired by the City of Orlando you will be required to successfully complete orientation. Failure to successfully complete the orientation for any reason whatsoever will result in immediate termination of employment and the removal of your name from further consideration. If you are asserting Veterans' Preference attach your DD-214 Member 4 copy or other appropriate documentation to the "Attachments" section of your application. If you have any questions please email melissa.siram@cityoforlando.net BENEFITS City of Orlando Benefits Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Description Starting Salary: Paramedic: $21.11--$26.92 per hour A normal work week is generally 36 hours. Employees must have the ability to work mandatory overtime. This position receives full time benefits. Prior to submitting your application you are required to upload a copy of your Paramedic License (e.g., pdf, jpeg) under the "Attachments" section of the application. Once you submit your application you will be unable to upload any additional documents to this specific application. NATURE OF WORK: Specialized work involved in the paraprofessional delivery of emergency medical services and transportation of ill or injured persons to medical facilities, as may be required. Work is performed under general supervision of the EMS Supervisor. Employees assigned to this classification must exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment, along with the proper application of medical protocols and adherence to established performance standards. Examples of Duties Operates emergency medical ambulance vehicles. Responds to medical emergencies and performs basic and advanced life support functions. Performs emergency medical services on persons injured or ill according to National, State, and Departmental guidelines. Documents patient's care according to specific policies. Demonstrate awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies. Transports patients to emergency medical facilities, reports observations and actions to emergency medical staff, and may provide additional emergency treatment. Provides extensive pre-hospital care such as administering drugs orally and intravenously, endotracheal intubation, interpreting electrocardiograms (EKGs), and using monitors and other complex medical equipment. Replaces used supplies and checks equipment after transport. Decontaminates the interior of emergency vehicle, as appropriate per standards, and immediately reports case to the proper authorities. Performs routine inspections of personal safety equipment in order to ensure equipment is in optimum condition and promptly notifies supervisors of deficiencies. Attends and participates in computer simulations and drill training ground sessions in order to continuously update knowledge and skills required for effective work performance. Communicates and interacts effectively with co-workers and the public. May serve as a lead to less experienced employees. Performs other duties, as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Considerable knowledge of emergency medical services. Knowledge of basic life support emergency medical techniques and equipment. Knowledge of advanced life support emergency medical techniques and equipment. Ability to remain calm and provide effective patient care under stressful conditions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, medical facility staff, patients and general public. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability and physical capacity to accomplish physical demands of the job. Ability to lead the EMS team and train/support less experienced co-workers. Ability to operate/drive emergency ambulance vehicle. Ability to follow written and oral directions. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to work twelve (12) hour shifts Ability to work mandatory overtime. Knowledge of Federal and State regulations applicable to the delivery of EMS and patient care. Minimum Requirements High school graduate or GED equivalency. All applicants are required to possess State of Florida Paramedic Certification upon receiving a conditional offer of employment. Applicants must maintain current State of Florida Paramedic Certification as a requirement of continued employment. Applicants who have their National Registry Paramedic Certification but not Florida Paramedic Certification may also apply, but must have their State of Florida Paramedic Certification upon receiving a conditional offer of employment. Applicants currently enrolled in a Florida Paramedic Certification program who have not yet graduated may apply. Orange County Department of Emergency Services (DES) Approved Medic, preferred. Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) or Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC), preferred. Candidates must provide proof of State of Florida Paramedic Certification upon receiving a conditional offer of employment and be able to perform work in the state of Florida as a Paramedic by the time of hire. Must possess and maintain a State of Florida Class E Driver's License. Supplemental Information SIGNIFICANT JOB REQUIREMENTS As a City of Orlando Civilian Paramedic you would be required to work any hour of the day, any day of the week, and any recognized holiday. You are required to be on call for at least one shift a month, for preservation of expertise. You would be required to work in any area of the City. You would be required to be able to work with and for persons of differing race, gender, religious affiliation, age group, sexual orientation, and abilities. SELECTION PROCESS INFORMATION If selected, you will be required to successfully complete additional processing, which may include an interview, background investigation, polygraph exams, medical exam and a psychological exam to be considered for employment. If you are hired by the City of Orlando you will be required to successfully complete orientation. Failure to successfully complete the orientation for any reason whatsoever will result in immediate termination of employment and the removal of your name from further consideration. If you are asserting Veterans' Preference attach your DD-214 Member 4 copy or other appropriate documentation to the "Attachments" section of your application. If you have any questions please email melissa.siram@cityoforlando.net BENEFITS City of Orlando Benefits Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sonoma County, CA
Santa Rosa, California, United States
Position Information The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office is looking for an Extra-Help Paramedic! Starting salary up to $47.54/Hour Join Our Team Sheriff's Paramedics perform a full-range of Advanced Life Support emergency medical and rescue activities, including: Assessing injuries and transporting the sick and/or injured Aerial rescues Aero medical evacuations The Sheriff's Rescue Paramedic is a highly-technical, civilian, non-sworn position assigned to the Helicopter, Tactical, SWAT, and/or other units of the Sheriff's Office as needed. They are expected to perform at a high level of independence and under minimal supervision. Extra-help Sheriff's Paramedics fill in as needed to provide backfill, vacation, and shift relief coverage. What You Bring As the ideal candidate, you bring your patience, empathy and tact as well as your ability to work collaboratively with others. You also have: The ability to problem solve in rapidly changing situations Comfort with public speaking Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing The ability to work independently Extra-Help Employment Extra-help employees relieve or augment permanent staff. Intermittent, extra-help employees are not in the classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. In addition, they do not receive most regular employee benefits such as long-term disability insurance coverage; accrual of vacation; participation in the County retirement program; or eligibility to take promotional examinations. I ntermittent, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of 1,380 hours within any twelve-month consecutive period. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for a County contribution toward medical coverage. *Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the SEIU MOU and our Employee Benefits Directory . APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience : Any combination of education, training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. Normally, this would include graduation from high school or an acceptable equivalent certificate, two years experience on an Advanced Life Support transport unit as a Paramedic, and at least 400 annual patient contacts prior to the time of appointment. Certificate: Possession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic course completion certificate from a program approved by the California State Emergency Medical Services Authority; and either possession of a standard Local Paramedic Accreditation card issued by Coastal Valleys EMS Agency, or proof of an interim Local Paramedic Accreditation card at the time of appointment. A standard Local Paramedic Accreditation card must be obtained within ninety (90) days of obtaining the interim Local Paramedic Accreditation card. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Background Requirement: Incumbents shall not have been convicted of a felony in this state or any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, or of any offense in any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, which would have been a felony If committed in this state, nor be under current formal probation supervision. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Considerable knowledge of: advanced emergency medicine techniques and protocols; medical and trauma emergencies and appropriate treatment; diagnostic signs; applicable State EMS laws and Protocols; basic anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of: medical, legal, and ethical issues affecting medical providers; mass-casualty incident management; emergency communication techniques; operation of communication equipment; operation of relevant medical equipment; English grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation and composition. Ability to : learn and understand Sonoma County Sheriff's Department operations; learn and comply with applicable County of Sonoma EMS Protocols, and Sheriff's Department policies and procedures; understand and follow professional medical staff instructions and to adapt treatment to individual circumstances; provide advanced life support services to individuals in emergency situations; use appropriate medical equipment; work successfully in a law enforcement environment; learn and perform technical cliff and water rescue procedures; swim comfortably in all Sonoma County waterways, including lakes, rivers, and ocean waters; learn the geography of Sonoma County and its environs; meet and maintain weight limitations not to exceed 210 pounds dressed in flight suit and boots, or as otherwise directed by the Department, to ensure compliance with aircraft maximum weight restrictions; work any shift including days, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays; be on stand-by during off-duty hours as assigned and report to duty within 30 minutes, or as otherwise directed by the Department; refrain from activities which might impair the ability to perform assigned duties while on duty or on stand by; exercise tact and good judgment in dealing with patients, staff and the public; read, write and speak English for successful job performance. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions are used to evaluate your qualifications. Please provide sufficient information to allow for a thorough evaluation of your qualifications. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (pass/not pass) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's combination of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position to ensure satisfaction of the minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the position will be placed on an extra-help employment list and referred to the department. The department may contact candidates from the employment list who possess the most appropriate job-related qualifications for further consideration. BACKGROUND PROCESS Being part of the Sheriff's Office and being expected to keep the public safe requires a thorough background investigation process. This process includes an assessment of prior work history, verifying educational experiences, court reports, public records searches, and understanding past patterns relating to drug usage, financial patterns, etc. This entails gathering a significant amount of information from job candidates and speaking to former employers, friends, family members, etc. Polygraphs, drug tests, and medical and physical examinations are also part of this process. Candidates must be honest and forthcoming about information that may arise during the background process. Deception during any portion of this process is grounds for disqualification, even after employment. This process can take anywhere from 3-5 months. Many factors are taken into consideration and one should not assume a credit issue or prior drug use is automatically disqualifying. Candidates will be given the opportunity to present mitigating information they feel should be considered. You are encouraged to be as responsive as possible while this process is taking place to help expedite the timeline, and we encourage you to stay patient and interested in this great career opportunity while this process is taking place. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. Please read the Sheriff's Office Pre-Employment Drug Use Guidelines for further information. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. HR Analyst: JL HR Technician: EV IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County contribution toward the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit. For specific details, please refer to the applicable MOU). A County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement is available for some bargaining units. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. Student Loan Debt Relief : County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education. Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more. For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900. *IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: 5/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 25, 2024
Variable Shift
Position Information The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office is looking for an Extra-Help Paramedic! Starting salary up to $47.54/Hour Join Our Team Sheriff's Paramedics perform a full-range of Advanced Life Support emergency medical and rescue activities, including: Assessing injuries and transporting the sick and/or injured Aerial rescues Aero medical evacuations The Sheriff's Rescue Paramedic is a highly-technical, civilian, non-sworn position assigned to the Helicopter, Tactical, SWAT, and/or other units of the Sheriff's Office as needed. They are expected to perform at a high level of independence and under minimal supervision. Extra-help Sheriff's Paramedics fill in as needed to provide backfill, vacation, and shift relief coverage. What You Bring As the ideal candidate, you bring your patience, empathy and tact as well as your ability to work collaboratively with others. You also have: The ability to problem solve in rapidly changing situations Comfort with public speaking Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing The ability to work independently Extra-Help Employment Extra-help employees relieve or augment permanent staff. Intermittent, extra-help employees are not in the classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. In addition, they do not receive most regular employee benefits such as long-term disability insurance coverage; accrual of vacation; participation in the County retirement program; or eligibility to take promotional examinations. I ntermittent, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of 1,380 hours within any twelve-month consecutive period. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for a County contribution toward medical coverage. *Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the SEIU MOU and our Employee Benefits Directory . APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience : Any combination of education, training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. Normally, this would include graduation from high school or an acceptable equivalent certificate, two years experience on an Advanced Life Support transport unit as a Paramedic, and at least 400 annual patient contacts prior to the time of appointment. Certificate: Possession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic course completion certificate from a program approved by the California State Emergency Medical Services Authority; and either possession of a standard Local Paramedic Accreditation card issued by Coastal Valleys EMS Agency, or proof of an interim Local Paramedic Accreditation card at the time of appointment. A standard Local Paramedic Accreditation card must be obtained within ninety (90) days of obtaining the interim Local Paramedic Accreditation card. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Background Requirement: Incumbents shall not have been convicted of a felony in this state or any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, or of any offense in any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, which would have been a felony If committed in this state, nor be under current formal probation supervision. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Considerable knowledge of: advanced emergency medicine techniques and protocols; medical and trauma emergencies and appropriate treatment; diagnostic signs; applicable State EMS laws and Protocols; basic anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of: medical, legal, and ethical issues affecting medical providers; mass-casualty incident management; emergency communication techniques; operation of communication equipment; operation of relevant medical equipment; English grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation and composition. Ability to : learn and understand Sonoma County Sheriff's Department operations; learn and comply with applicable County of Sonoma EMS Protocols, and Sheriff's Department policies and procedures; understand and follow professional medical staff instructions and to adapt treatment to individual circumstances; provide advanced life support services to individuals in emergency situations; use appropriate medical equipment; work successfully in a law enforcement environment; learn and perform technical cliff and water rescue procedures; swim comfortably in all Sonoma County waterways, including lakes, rivers, and ocean waters; learn the geography of Sonoma County and its environs; meet and maintain weight limitations not to exceed 210 pounds dressed in flight suit and boots, or as otherwise directed by the Department, to ensure compliance with aircraft maximum weight restrictions; work any shift including days, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays; be on stand-by during off-duty hours as assigned and report to duty within 30 minutes, or as otherwise directed by the Department; refrain from activities which might impair the ability to perform assigned duties while on duty or on stand by; exercise tact and good judgment in dealing with patients, staff and the public; read, write and speak English for successful job performance. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions are used to evaluate your qualifications. Please provide sufficient information to allow for a thorough evaluation of your qualifications. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (pass/not pass) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's combination of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position to ensure satisfaction of the minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the position will be placed on an extra-help employment list and referred to the department. The department may contact candidates from the employment list who possess the most appropriate job-related qualifications for further consideration. BACKGROUND PROCESS Being part of the Sheriff's Office and being expected to keep the public safe requires a thorough background investigation process. This process includes an assessment of prior work history, verifying educational experiences, court reports, public records searches, and understanding past patterns relating to drug usage, financial patterns, etc. This entails gathering a significant amount of information from job candidates and speaking to former employers, friends, family members, etc. Polygraphs, drug tests, and medical and physical examinations are also part of this process. Candidates must be honest and forthcoming about information that may arise during the background process. Deception during any portion of this process is grounds for disqualification, even after employment. This process can take anywhere from 3-5 months. Many factors are taken into consideration and one should not assume a credit issue or prior drug use is automatically disqualifying. Candidates will be given the opportunity to present mitigating information they feel should be considered. You are encouraged to be as responsive as possible while this process is taking place to help expedite the timeline, and we encourage you to stay patient and interested in this great career opportunity while this process is taking place. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. Please read the Sheriff's Office Pre-Employment Drug Use Guidelines for further information. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. HR Analyst: JL HR Technician: EV IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County contribution toward the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit. For specific details, please refer to the applicable MOU). A County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement is available for some bargaining units. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. Student Loan Debt Relief : County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education. Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more. For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900. *IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: 5/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific