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Introduction *This position is represented by the SEIU bargaining unit and will receive salary increases based on the following schedule for a total of 12% through July 2025: Effective July 2023 - 5% Cost of Living Adjustment increase Effective July 2024 - 4%Cost of Living Adjustment increase Effective July 2025 - 3%Cost of Living Adjustment increase This recruitment is being conducted to fill full-time Victim Witness Advocate I opportunities in the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. The department may utilize the established list to fill bilingual (English/Spanish) positions in addition to non-bilingual positions. Please identify Spanish proficiency in the Supplemental Questionnaire. Victim Witness Advocate I is the entry-level class in the Victim/ Witness Advocate series. Incumbents learn to assist and advocate for victims and/ or witnesses of crimes by performing crisis intervention, case management, and counseling duties as part of the County Victim/ Witness Assistance Program. Incumbents in this position must be available to work rotating day, night, and weekend shifts. Incumbents receive shift differential pay for applicable p.m., night, and/or weekend shifts. Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Learns to provide on-site acute crisis needs assessment and intervention services to victims and/or witnesses of crimes through a 24-hour mobile crisis unit that responds to calls referred by law enforcement agencies; learns to assist on-site law enforcement personnel by encouraging victim/witness comprehension of and cooperation with the crime scene investigation process; learns to establish victim eligibility and provide for emergency assistance including food, clothing, transportation and shelter; learns to develop case plans for follow-up and management as appropriate. Learns to evaluate and respond to requests from victims and others for Program services; learns to establish eligibility and provide for non-emergency services such as medical expense reimbursement, loss recovery and security/preventive measures as allowed and required; learns to assist victims in applying for Program compensation as appropriate; learns to monitor victim cases and assure timely resolution of issues; works with Victim Claims Specialists as needed to help facilitate claims processing. Learns to act as a liaison between victims, law enforcement personnel, County agencies, attorneys, and others; learns to refer victims/witnesses to appropriate agencies for a broad range of services and resources, including medical or therapeutic treatment. Encourages and facilitates victim cooperation with the criminal justice process; helps arrange interviews between attorneys, victims, and witnesses; helps assure that transportation, lodging, and other witness expenses are met as appropriate; learns to provide orientation to victims and their families regarding court procedures; helps update victims and witnesses on the status of their case, provide procedural information regarding upcoming appearances, and provide other court support as appropriate; learns to assist victims in obtaining restraining orders, protective shelter, and community services. Learns to understand complex documents, including regulations and laws; maintains case files, program records, and progress notes; prepares reports, case summaries, letters and memoranda. Attends training programs; may participate on committees and task forces; may assist with presentations to law enforcement and other agencies regarding Program activities; may direct volunteers and interns in performing basic Program functions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in psychology, social or behavioral sciences, criminal justice, law enforcement or a closely related field. Note : Individuals employed as a Victim Witness Advocate in San Joaquin County on the date that this class specification is adopted by the Civil Service Commission may waive the above education requirement. License : Possession of a valid California Driver’s License. KNOWLEDGE Basic principles of individual and group behavior; basic assessment, interviewing and counseling techniques; cultural and human relations; basic analytical and investigative principles, methods, and techniques; general community resource agencies, both public and private. ABILITY Learn and interpret complex laws and regulations; prepare accurate, clear and concise records, reports and other documents; reason logically and draw valid conclusions, both in routine and crisis situations; obtain information through personal interviews; use tact and good judgement in dealing with difficult situations and/or people; maintain effective working relations with a diverse group of people. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent standing, walking, keyboard operation, sitting and driving; occasional climbing stairs, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting; Lifting -Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds; Vision -Constant reading and close-up work requiring good overall vision; frequent eye/hand coordination, occasional color/depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity -Frequent holding, gripping and writing; occasional reaching and repetitive motion; Hearing/Talking -Constant hearing normal speech, talking in person and on the telephone; occasional hearing faint sounds; Emotional/Special Conditions -Constant public contact, decision making, and concentration; frequent exposure to trauma, grief and death, exposure to noise, emergency situations; occasional working weekends/nights/overtime and travel. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. OnlineWritten Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration.Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral :Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank :The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam :Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives :Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility :If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

The Victim Services Counselor provides crisis intervention and comfort to victims and witnesses of crime and trauma. Assist victims while being interviewed by Deputies. Refer victims and witnesses to supportive agency programs. Serve as liaison between agencies and follow-up assistance to address victims' needs. Notify crime victims of their rights under state laws. Assist victims with applications for compensation. Assist victims before and during court. Assume on-call status to provide services 24-7. Provide training and support to community volunteers performing crisis intervention duties after hours. Apply By: Continuous Division: Sheriff Criminal Investigations Division Management Level: Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours: 30 Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for personal medical coverage beginning the first of the month after the hire date and has an assignment lasting no more than one year. Description: ****** This position is grant funded, non-benefited, and part time. ****** ********** Hourly pay is $25.00/hr ********** Provide intervention and counseling to victims and witnesses in crisis situations reported to the JCSO . Provide emotional support and assist vict ims while being interviewed by D eputies. Provide follow-up support to victims by phone. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with victims, witnesses and their families to provide crisis intervention counseling. Refer victims and witnesses to supportive human services agencies such as social services and mental health, as appropriate. Advocate for victims' and witnesses' rights/needs. Provide follow-up assistance to ensure victims' and witnesses' needs are addressed, including safety and individual and family support. Contact crime victims and witnesses w hose circumstances comply with State and F ederal law and guidelines for victims' advocacy. Not ify them of their rights under S tate law and explain services of the unit. Facilitate financial compensation to victims. Assist victims with applications and prepare documentation for the victim compensation process. Advocate for victims at monthly crime victim compensation board meetings. Use computerized data entry equipment and various word processing, database, spreadsheet and/or file maintenance programs to enter, store and/or retrieve information. Prepare a variety of correspondence for victims according to circumstances. Summarize data in preparation of statistical reports. Train and supervise community volunteers to assist staff in program provision. Maintain and update manuals for volunteer training program. Make training materials available, as necessary. Represent the unit at county wide meetings. Serve as member of various committees and professional organizations. Attend meetings and provide input based on expertise and observations. Provide public education on victim rights. Attend department sponsored events and provide educational material on victim rights and issues surrounding the impact of trauma. Recruit volunteers through these events. Answer telephone inquiries. Provide information based on extensive knowledge of victim programs and activities or refer callers to appropriate personnel or services. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Must be able to pass a psychological screening and attend training. Position hours are swing shift, but have some flexibility of schedule for exact start and end times. Education: Bachelor's Degree Experience: Work Experience: Minimum one year Certifications: Languages: Category: Enforcement & Protective Services

LOS ANGELES COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER A1565G-R When to Apply Applications will be accepted beginning Monday, September 25, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Friday, October 6, 2023. With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities, and many more. Who we are We are the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, the largest prosecutorial office in the nation. Our office is comprised of nearly 1,000 attorneys, 300 investigators, and 800 support staff. The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office will advance an effective, ethical, and racially equitable system of justice that protects the community, restores victims of crime, and honors the rights of the accused. The Bureau of Victim Services provides essential support to crime victims and witnesses in Los Angeles County. Our Victim Services Representatives provide an array of services such as crisis intervention, emergency assistance, counseling referrals, and court escort and orientation, to help victims become survivors. Who we are looking for We are looking for individuals with a passion for advocacy and strong empathy for others' experiences. Some aspects of this job are emotionally and mentally challenging. Our ideal candidate is someone who has developed effective coping and self-care skills that allow them to maintain their emotional well-being in their day-to-day interactions with victims and survivors of crime. Essential Job Functions Be a voice for those in need As a Victim Services Representative (VSR) you will have the opportunity to advocate for and make a difference in people's lives. You will receive continuous specialized training to assist children and elderly victims; victims with disabilities; and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, gang violence, homicide, and human trafficking. As part of your training, you will visit the County Coroner's Office; learn about the effects of mass victimization, crisis, and casualties; and closely interact with distraught families of victims and/or survivors of crime(s). You will work directly with victims and witnesses who have experienced physical, emotional, and psychological trauma related to various crimes. Additionally, you may discuss the details and be exposed to images and/or scenes related to traumatic crimes. When working with these victims and survivors, you will assist them in obtaining various government mandated services, and determine reimbursement eligibility for crime-related financial losses through the California Victim Compensation Board. In some cases our VSRs utilize professionally trained dogs to serve as companions to victims and witnesses, most of them children, when testifying during trials. Click here to see a video regarding the role of a VSR. The VSR I position is typically a one-year training position. After one year, you will have an opportunity to promote to the Victim Services Representative II position. For a detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of this job click here (Download PDF reader) . Requirements We are looking for dedicated and caring individuals who have either: Two years of experience working in a public or private community services agency providing clients with information about programs and services, obtaining personal information, and assisting them in preparing and completing applications for these services. -OR- Completed 60 semester or 90 quarter units or more in an accredited college or university with at least 3 courses in fields related to social work. In addition to the requirements listed above, the ideal candidate will possess training and/or experience in the following areas: A Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a field (i.e., Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Child Development, or Human Services) closely related to the position. Experience working closely with crime victims, witnesses, and/or survivors who have experienced physical, emotional, or psychological trauma (e.g., physical and sexual assault, domestic violence, murder, and child abuse). Experience working closely with law enforcement and/or the legal system. To receive credit for your education, we need you to submit documentation along with your application or within 7 calendar days from the date of application. For a detailed description of acceptable documents and submission instructions, please click here (Download PDF reader) . If you served in the military and were honorably discharged, you may qualify for Veteran's Credit. To receive this credit, please include a copy of your DD214 form for our review. License: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternate method of transportation is required to perform job-related essential functions. Physical Expectations: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Additional Information Our assessment process consists of two parts: Part I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment weighted at 60% assessing the following: Achievement, Professional Potential, Responsibility, Teamwork, and Following Instructions MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY APPLICANTS PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Candidates must meet the selection requirements, and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I in order to proceed to Part II of this examination. Part II: A Training and Experience Evaluation weighted at 40% assessing the following: Education and training in related human services areas Related experience in a public or private community services agency Experience assisting clients and/or victims Applicants must meet the selection requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted exam part in order to be placed on the eligible list. SCORES CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE. NOTE: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add KLent@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Transfer of Test Components: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred. Test Preparation Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ . You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going to http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html . Testing Accommodation If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible list for a period of twelve (12) months from the date the list is created. Qualifying Background Check: Due to the nature of the assignment, all positions in the District Attorney's Office are subject to a thorough background check before final appointment is made. For detailed background information as it pertains to the District Attorney's Office, please click here (Download PDF reader) . VACANCY INFORMATION The resulting eligible list for this examination will be used to fill vacancies located in the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. AVAILABLE SHIFT Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION Applications must be filed online via NEOGOV electronic submission ONLY. Applications submitted by US Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. To apply for this examination, click on the "Apply" button located on this posting. Your application must be submitted electronically before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements as listed on this job posting. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. lmportant Notes: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specifications and/or Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record and will result in an automatic rejection of your application. Department Contact Name: Kyle Lent Department Contact Number: (213) 738-2125 Department Contact Email: klent@hr.lacounty.gov Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodation@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1. Completing Your Application : a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation. 2. Requirements on Job Posting : a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual over age 40. c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable. 3. Application Deadline : All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed. 4. Change of Name or Address : To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile on www.governmentjobs.com and make the necessary change. This can be done at any time. 5. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy : a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. 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Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Updated April 2023 Closing Date/Time: 10/6/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

The Job Applications will be accepted until further notice; recruitment may close at any time without notice. We offer a competitive salary with bi-annual step increases of approximately 2.5% up to top salary step of $ 59,945 annually. FUTURE SALARY INCREASES 3% Anticipated February 25, 2023* The District Attorney's Office is recruiting for Victim Advocates I . This is a rewarding opportunity to provide support and encouragement to victims and witnesses of violent crimes. Victim Advocates I interview crime victims and their families to determine eligibility for support services; provide crisis intervention and follow-up services; make referrals to community agencies; and assist law enforcement and prosecution staff in interviewing victims. Victim Advocates I may be assigned cases related to crimes such as robbery, physical violence, and homicide. Positions exist throughout the County; e ligible list will be used to fill vacancies in other locations as they arise. For more detailed information, refer to the Victim Advocate I job description. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check, including finger printing, prior to appointment. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained for the individual providing the transportation and must be produced at time of hire. Work Assignment: Applicants may be assigned to any office location as needed; geographic preference will be taken into consideration whenever possible. *Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Proposition 172 Sales Tax Collections performance. Minimum Requirements Education: Associate's degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Behavioral or Social Science or equivalent units. AND Experience: Additionally, applicants must meet one of the following options: Option 1: Completion of six (6) months of experience and at least 384 total hours or more of supervised volunteer or internship crisis intervention counseling in a District Attorney's Office or a private victim assistance program. Option 2: One (1) year of full-time crisis intervention work experience counseling and case managing victims* immediately following traumatic events of violent crimes (i.e., domestic violence, child abuse, assault, sexual assault, elder abuse, homicide, robbery, drunk driving, human trafficking, vehicular manslaughter, and hate crimes) in a private or government victim assistance agency OR as a peace officer in a law enforcement agency assisting victims of crime, interviewing victims, providing immediate crisis intervention, and providing information and referrals for victim advocacy services. Option 3: Two (2) years of full-time crisis intervention work experience performing case management, face-to-face interviews, making referrals and assisting clients with applications for services in a child, elder or adult welfare agency. Note: Counseling clients regarding employment, program eligibility, and child support issues are not considered crisis intervention counseling. *A victim, as defined in the criminal justice system, is a person who has been harmed by another person. Desired Qualifications A Bachelor's degree is preferred. The ideal candidate will also have bilingual or multilingual skills in English, Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Arabic or other foreign languages. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration . Applications will be accepted until sufficient applications are received; recruitment may close at any time without notice. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Closing Date/Time:

The Job Applications will be accepted until further notice; recruitment may close at any time without notice. The District Attorney's Office is recruiting for Victim Advocates I . This is a rewarding opportunity to provide support and encouragement to victims and witnesses of violent crimes. Victim Advocates I interview crime victims and their families to determine eligibility for support services; provide crisis intervention and follow-up services; make referrals to community agencies; and assist law enforcement and prosecution staff in interviewing victims. Victim Advocates I may be assigned cases related to crimes such as robbery, physical violence, and homicide. This list will be used to fill a vacancy in the District Attorney's Joshua Tree office only. For more detailed information, refer to the Victim Advocate I job description. *Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Proposition 172 Sales Tax Collections performance. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check, including finger printing, prior to appointment. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained for the individual providing the transportation and must be produced at time of hire. Minimum Requirements Availability : Candidates must indicate availability to work in Joshua Tree. Education: Associate's degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Behavioral or Social Science or equivalent units. AND Experience: Additionally, applicants must meet one of the following options: Option 1: Completion of six (6) months of experience and at least 384 total hours or more of supervised volunteer or internship crisis intervention counseling in a District Attorney's Office or a private victim assistance program. Option 2: One (1) year of full-time crisis intervention work experience counseling and case managing victims** immediately following traumatic events of violent crimes (i.e., domestic violence, child abuse, assault, sexual assault, elder abuse, homicide, robbery, drunk driving, human trafficking, vehicular manslaughter, and hate crimes) in a private or government victim assistance agency OR as a peace officer in a law enforcement agency assisting victims of crime, interviewing victims, providing immediate crisis intervention, and providing information and referrals for victim advocacy services. Option 3: Two (2) years of full-time crisis intervention work experience performing case management, face-to-face interviews, making referrals and assisting clients with applications for services in a child, elder or adult welfare agency. Note: Counseling clients regarding employment, program eligibility, and child support issues are not considered crisis intervention counseling. **A victim, as defined in the criminal justice system, is a person who has been harmed by another person. Desired Qualifications A Bachelor's degree is preferred. The ideal candidate will also have bilingual or multilingual skills in English, Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Arabic or other foreign languages. For consideration of bilingual assessments, applicants must indicate bilingual ability on the application. Employees may receive additional compensation for utilizing such skills when allocated to a bilingual position, as approved by the department. Bilingual testing may be required. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of your qualifications based on a review of the application material and supplemental questionnaire. It is to your advantage to be complete and thorough in your responses, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application/ a/nd supplemental questionnaire for consideration. Candidates are encouraged to apply by as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted until sufficient applications are received; recruitment may close at any time without notice . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Closing Date/Time:

GENERAL PURPOSE: Offer emotional support, guidance through the criminal justice system and crisis intervention to people who are victims of or witnesses to VRA crimes within Loveland city limits. Timeline/ Order of Events : Interview Background Investigation Drug Screen Psychological Evaluation Polygraph Start Date ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive. • Provide advocacy and immediate crisis intervention for victims of and witnesses to VRA crimes; • Respond to the scene of crimes and/or other locations to provide assistance to VRA crime victims/witnesses; • Assess immediate needs to make referrals to the appropriate resource for follow up; • Act as a liaison between victims/witnesses and the criminal justice system including but not limited to police, courts and district attorney's office; • Provide victims/witnesses with information on scheduled legal proceedings; • Inform victims/witnesses of their rights under the Colorado Crime Compensation Act and the Colorado Law; • Complete necessary reports and document services rendered and activities performed; • Represent the Loveland Police Department in a positive and professional manner when contacting victims or the general public; JOB QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be at least 21 years of age; • Must possess a valid CO driver's license • Must live in close proximity to the city limits of Loveland in order to respond to calls in a timely manner; • Must possess strong interpersonal skills demonstrated in work history; • Demonstrate a work history in areas requiring self-motivation and problem solving; Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities: Reading and writing skills in the English language of sufficient level to accurately complete required reports and forms. Ability to maintain confidentiality when applicable and according to department directives. Knowledge of law enforcement function and the criminal justice system sufficient to perform essential functions. Ability to effectively cope with emotional and stressful situations; Ability to project empathy and be non-judgmental with victims of/witnesses to crime; Ability to respond to call-outs at any time of the day or night. Ability and knowledge to effectively use office equipment including, but not limited to: personal computer, copier, laptop computer, multi-line telephone, cell phone, word processing software, and Internet. Incumbent must successfully complete at a minimum, 40 hours of authorized training in victim advocacy. Working Environment: Office setting, often under tense and emotional circumstances. Work closely with officers and detectives. On-call approximately 12 hours per week during various work shifts: days, swings, and nights. Sitting and standing for extended periods of time. On scene interaction with victims/witnesses under stress conditions; Frequent attendance at trainings and meetings; Ride-along with patrol officer once every six months. Selection Process: Prospective volunteers must successfully complete, at a minimum: a job application, an oral interview, and background investigation prior to acceptance into the position. This list of elements is not necessarily all-inclusive and other relevant assessments may be applicable. NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Position Description Under direction of a supervisor or management, performs a variety of operational, supportive, and administrative duties within assigned division of the District Attorney’s Office; provides information and services to crime victims and witnesses; provides trial support; coordinates victim and witness court appearances; and performs related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS District Attorney Services Specialist I This is the entry-level class for District Attorney Services Specialist series. Incumbent will process reports and documents in strict adherence to State law and Department procedures. Incumbent is expected to keep current on changes in report and document processing requirements. Incumbent will operate a Departmental case management system and related systems in strict accordance with the law. This class series requires the ability to provide appropriate information and answer basic questions from the public related to the criminal justice system, both in-person and over the telephone. District Attorney Services Specialist II This is the journey level position within the series. In addition to the above, incumbents will be assigned to more increasingly difficult tasks within the Department, including being responsive to the needs of victims of crimes, demonstrating sensitivity to and establishing rapport with victims of crime, and exhibiting emotional stability under conditions of high stress. Incumbents will be able to assist victims in recovering their personal property held in evidence, facilitate victim compensation applications, and provide court accompaniment. Incumbent is eligible for assignment to the Victim Services division, wherein Incumbent must successfully complete required trainings and must exhibit a high level of understanding of the specific duties and prohibited activities under prevailing program restrictions, including VOCA regulations, State and Federal grantor regulations, and the Penal Code. District Attorney Services Specialist III This is the advanced level position within the series. In addition to the above, responsibilities require the frequent use of initiative and independent judgment in scheduling and coordination of office activities and in dealing with sensitive assignments. Incumbents are responsible for the more complex assignments, including vertical assignments to a trial team in complex and high-profile cases, and work with greater independence from close review. Incumbents can work effectively with victims, witnesses, and prosecutors with limited supervision in more serious cases and in rapidly changing situations and circumstances. Incumbents may arrange for transportation, escort, and support for witnesses and victims during court appearances in more serious cases. District Attorney Services Specialist IV This is the senior level position within the series. In addition to the above, incumbents will work with minimal review, may be assigned to carry out special assignments in support of the assigned division, and may be part of complex multi-disciplinary teams. Incumbents may be tasked with collecting data and preparing reports for their assigned division of the Department and may act in a lead capacity by providing training and guidance to subordinates and developing and maintaining special programs. Incumbent is able to develop or advance a comprehensive crisis response and mass victimization assistance plan structured to identify and respond to victim needs such as: safety, food, shelter, and immediate services in the aftermath of a crime-related mass victimization or terrorism incident. Example of Duties (Duties vary depending on assignment) Operates Departmental case management system and related systems in strict accordance with the law. Operates a word processor, email, or other system for required public, Departmental, and external agency communications. Attends court and accompanies victims and witnesses to court as directed. Trains or assists in training of personnel. Prepares, maintains, and tracks proper flow of information, documents, and forms. Performs various operational duties, such as answering phones, processing mail, maintaining supplies, transcribing, typing, filing, etc. Ensures proper tracking, and prepares and processes property release forms, and assists victims in recovering personal property held in evidence. Prepares applications for victim compensation by obtaining necessary information and documents, completing and submitting claims to State Victims Compensation Board. Obtain necessary information from victims, witnesses, and others through interview and observation for matters including preparation and coordination of court appearances. Ensures accurate and timely documentation of case activities; provides victims, witnesses, and others with information, education regarding the criminal justice system. Reviews reports from law enforcement agencies and contacts victims or witnesses as directed; accurately and timely documenting contact; maintaining contact as directed. Responds to crime scenes, once deemed secure, as directed, to offer victim assistance or provide services. Performs outreach services to victims; make presentations and provide victim centered training to partner agencies, make public presentations and conduct publicity. If assigned to Victim Services division, prepares functional time sheets and record keeping to ensure compliance with prevailing program restrictions. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: District Attorney Services Specialist I/II/III/IV General principals of criminal law and procedures including a basic knowledge of the laws on discovery and evidence; operations, procedures, specific rules, and professional standards of the Department; effective crime victim and witness communication techniques, modern methods to maintain contact with victims and witnesses, applicable legal procedures, rules of confidentiality, and community resources for crime victims; modern office methods and practices including common software and web based applications; business English, including vocabulary, correct grammatical usage and punctuation; modem filing methods; common office machines and their operation, including use of personal computers. Ability To: District Attorney Services Specialist I/II/III/IV Understand and apply established program guidelines; effectively communicate both orally and in writing in routine and high pressure situations; prepare, maintain, and review documents, records and reports with accuracy and in an organized manner; maintain a high degree of maturity, integrity, loyalty, accountability, sound judgment, and confidentiality; establish and maintain professional and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including co-workers, court personnel, law enforcement, crime victims and witnesses, and the public; assist in the developing and implementing of goals, objectives, work sites, policies, procedures, and work standards; evaluate situations accurately and adopt or recommend solutions; carry out complex oral and written directions; read and understand legal forms; read, understand and apply legislative and administrative laws, codes and regulations as directed; and type accurately at a net rate of 60 words per minute. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of training, experience and education, which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: District Attorney Services Specialist I Equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by college-level course work in administration or technical subjects related to the area in which assigned and two (2) years of responsible office administrative support experience. District Attorney Services Specialist II One year of experience in a position comparable to a District Attorney Services Specialist I. In addition, candidates must demonstrate competency in technical work. A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field can substitute for up to two (2) years of position specific experience. Successful completion of Victim Advocate training required within one year of appointment. District Attorney Services Specialist III Three years of experience in a position comparable to a District Attorney Services Specialist II. In addition, candidates must demonstrate proficiency in basic law enforcement and court procedures and in assisting victims and witnesses of crime. A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field can substitute for up to two (2) years of position specific experience. Successful completion of a POST approved law enforcement academy can substitute one (1) year of position specific experience. Successful completion of advanced Victim Advocate training required within one year of appointment. District Attorney Services Specialist IV Five years of experience in a position comparable to a District Attorney Services Specialist III. In addition, candidates must demonstrate proficiency in court and evidence tracking procedures, demonstrate the ability to communicate and support victims and witnesses of crime in sensitive cases, and be able to understand legislative and administrative laws, codes and regulations as directed. A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field can substitute for up to two (2) years of position specific experience. Successful completion of a POST approved law enforcement academy can substitute one (1) year of position specific experience. Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate California driver’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles. Must pass the California State Department of Justice Criminal History Background check. Bargaining Unit 10 - Calaveras County Public Service Employees Association For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County BENEFITS WEBPAGE. Please note that Extra-hire positions that are benefitted, are only offered our CORE medical plan and are not offered dental or vision. NEW * Assist-To-Own program to help Couny employees purchase a home. Program Highlights: Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan. Available with purchase of a primary residence. Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans). No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify. Flexible guidelines: Minimum FICO 640; Maximum DTI 50%. Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA. For more information, vists Calaveras County Assist-to-Own Uniform Allowance: $650.04 per calendar year for specific positionssplit into monthly payments.Payments will be made monthly on the second pay check. Qualifying Classifications : Crime Scene Specialist/Property Room Manager, Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III, Correctional Cook I/II, Correctional Technician, Correctional Officer, Correctional Corporal, Correctional Sergeant, Dispatcher Clerk, Sr. Dispatcher, and Animal Control Officer I/II/III. The County shall pay a two hundred dollar and four cent ($200.04) per calendar year uniform maintenance allowance to Animal Shelter Assistant. Uniform Allowance(Shirt): $200.04 per calendar year split into monthly payments. Qualifying Classifications : Animal Shelter Assistant Professional Time Off : 80 hours annually, prorated to 40 hours if hired after July 1st. Qualifying Classifications : Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV Vacation days: 0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year. After 6 months you can take your first week. 3 - 10 complete years = 120 hours per year 10 years+ = 160 per year Holidays :13 paid holidays per year. Life Insurance: $50,000.00 County paid Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period. 60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling. Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 5% merit increase may be granted.Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step. Probation Period: New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods. Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following: 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005) 6 years 10 years 15 years 20 years 25 years Bi-Lingual pay :$50 per month for specific approved job classifications. Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement - Max contribution of $2,500 annually Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account - Max contribution of $5,000 annually Section 125 Plan :Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from arepresentative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site. AFLAC Heart & Stroke Insurance Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Universal Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance LEGALSHEILD CALPERS RETIREMENT INFORMATION: CalPERS: CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62 Extra-Hire's will be enrolled into Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) unless you are already a member of CalPERS. ??????? SAFETY CalPERS: for Correctional Officer, Correctional Corporal, Correctional Sergeant and Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III. CLASSIC MEMBERS: 3% at 50 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2.7% at 57 Additional Retirement Plan: The County offers a 457(b) Government plan. Employees can contribute to this deferred compensation plan ( Pre-Tax ).The County currently utilizes VALIC. Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Position Information Bring your administrative experience to the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office. Starting salary up to $41.68/hour About the Position Homeless Outreach is a grant-funded program which focuses on supporting individuals experiencing disabling mental and physical conditions as a result of crime-related victimization. The program works to resolve immediate case needs, engage individuals in vulnerability assessments, and link victims to ongoing comprehensive care as well as prosecution and restitution services. The Homeless Outreach Coordinator’s duties include but are not limited to: Coordinating client intakes with community-based organizations who evaluate client needs and make referrals to other services Planning and referring victims of crime to service providers (e.g. housing, shelter, counseling, cash benefits etc.) Providing and coordinating emergency vouchers (hotel, food, gas, etc.) Participating and scheduling community outreach and multidisciplinary team meetings Leading biweekly program meetings to ensure target goals are being met by the team Leading the collection of data on victims served and ensuring that partner agencies provide victims with follow-up support services Providing research, data analysis, and case management support Providing information about community trends, gaps in services, and issues related to victim services Representing the Victim Services Division at various community-wide meetings and efforts Acting as a liaison with department and agencies such as Health and Human Services; and helping develop written material for distribution to all victim services agencies While the Homeless Outreach Coordinator can have some interaction with clients, the focus is on administrative work related to the grant and working with the CBO's and vendors who conduct the majority of the intake, evaluation, and referrals. This position works Monday-Friday, 8-5pm. At times, due to outreach events, this position may work outside of regular work hours. The Homeless Outreach Coordinator regularly works out of the Family Justice Center but may at times be needed to go out in the field to complete client intakes. Other work locations may include various shelter sites and potential homeless encampments. Our ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, be self-motivated, and be a natural leader. They will also possess: Knowledge and experience working with vulnerable populations such as victims of crime and individuals of various socio- economic backgrounds. Experience working with individuals who are in crisis or experiencing trauma and knowledge of best practices when serving these vulnerable populations Sufficient writing skills to provide narrative reports on the work completed, and successes and challenges of the project as well as data regarding number of clients served and services provided Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with a diverse populations Superb organizational and time management skills, with strong attention to detail Sexual Assault or Domestic Violence Advocate certificate or an educational background in sociology or psychology preferred but not required The ability to be a team player when needs arise and to work independently on assigned caseload Training regarding working with victims of crime is highly desired Bilingual skills are desirable but not required Experience working with Microsoft Office programs A comfort with public speaking The District Attorney's Office Under the leadership of the District Attorney, Carla Rodriguez, the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office is the largest legal office in the County and has a staff of 134 employees including attorneys, investigators, paralegals, and clerical support. Each year the office files approximately 4,000 felony cases and over 14,000 misdemeanor cases which include the full range of offenses. Join the County The County of Sonoma is the place to live, grow, and build your career legacy. When you join the County of Sonoma, you'll have the freedom to explore the beauty of our county - its picturesque coastline, majestic redwoods, historic towns, fine dining, award-winning wineries, and a wide variety of entertainment and cultural activities. For additional information about the beauty of our community and the valuable services and support that the County provides our communities, please visit sonomacounty.ca.gov and sonomacountyconnections.org . EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYMENT Extra-help employees relieve or augment permanent staff. Temporary, 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 employee benefits such as: long-term disability insurance coverage; accrual of vacation; participation in the County retirement program; or eligibility to take promotional examinations. Temporary, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of one calendar year. These employees must be off of work for three months before they can be re-employed on an extra help basis. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for a County contribution toward medical coverage. The employment list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill future extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of this list. The Civil Service title for this position is Administrative Aide. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED Minimum Qualifications Education: Any combination of course work and training that would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, academic course work in public administration, business administration, management, accounting, political science, economics, statistics, English composition, psychology or closely related courses would provide such opportunity. Experience: Work experience that would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, some experience related to general administration, accounting, budgetary analysis, or human resources work including the compilation, tabulation, analysis, and presentation of statistical and narrative written reports would provide such opportunity. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: administrative techniques and principles of organization, accounting, budget and human resources administration; techniques and practices of research methodology, data collection, and preliminary analysis; report writing; application and use of basic statistics; interview techniques sufficient to obtain information related to employment and administrative matters; written and oral communications, including language mechanics, syntax and English composition; modern office methods and procedures; database, spreadsheet and word processing applications including basic methods of graphic presentations. Ability to: collect, compile and analyze qualitative and quantitative data; understand and explain laws, regulations and policies governing program operations; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, employees, clients, and the public; understand program objectives in relation to departmental goals and procedures; organize and prioritize work assignments; use and understand common database, spreadsheet and word processing applications; learn specialized computer applications. Certain positions may require the ability to speak, read and write fluent Spanish. Positions allocated to this class may require specific knowledge and abilities. 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. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (pass/not pass) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's combination of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which 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. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION It is the policy of law enforcement and legal offices and departments, in the County of Sonoma, that candidates complete a thorough background investigation process prior to employment. This policy is imperative in order to keep the department’s employees and the public safe and to maintain high standards in the law enforcement community. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants. The background investigation will include a thorough assessment of a candidate’s personal, employment, educational, criminal, and credit history. The investigation may include, but is not necessarily limited to: use of prescription and/or other drugs, reports from former employers, friends, family members, educational institutions, law enforcement agencies, credit reports, court reports, public records search, and/or other relevant sources. 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. Depending on the assignment, candidates may be required to take a pre-employment medical examination and may be required to take a polygraph examination. All candidates for law enforcement positions are required to undergo drug testing as part of the selection process. Additionally, candidates may be required to take a pre-employment psychological and physical abilities examination. The results of these examinations and the background investigation shall be confidential and shall not be available to the candidate for review. Failure to pass the background investigation will eliminate a candidate from the employment process. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. Issues that arise during the investigation process will be assessed and judgment and discretion will be used to determine the employability of the candidate. Where there is evidence of a candidate’s past use of controlled substances, many factors shall be used to determine the employability of the individual such as a pattern of use, kind of drug used, circumstances of the start of the drug use, treatment, behavior and attitude since discontinuance, etc. Please note that a history of using controlled substances does not result in automatic disqualification from the selection process. Prior to disqualifying any candidate whose profile falls within the provisions of the policy, the candidate shall be given the opportunity to present any and all evidence of mitigating facts that the candidate feels should be considered by the hiring authority. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. 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: DP HR Technician: EV IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: UNREPRESENTED* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County paid premium contribution. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. 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: 10/5/2023 11:59 PM Pacific