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Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Processes the Department's staff personnel evaluations. Maintains and certifies eligible lists to management staff. Schedules and contacts job candidates for selection and employment interviews. Contacts Department units for recruitment requests. Provides assistance in preparing vacancy announcements. Prepares and processes personnel transactions, including hires, terminations, and leaves of absence. Prepares a variety of correspondence related to the employment process. Enters personnel data into a computer system. Establishes personnel records and files for new employees. Signs-up new employees for benefit programs. Assists with the preparation and processing of the biweekly payroll. Coordinates payroll transactions with County Departments, such as the Auditor-Controller and Human Resources. Serves as a liaison with other Departments with respect to personnel and payroll transactions and recruitment and selection activities. Provides explanations and interpretations of personnel and payroll policies and rules, including those administered by County Human Resources or Merit System Services when assigned to Human Services Agency. Interprets, applies and explains related laws, rules, and regulations. Researches questions from staff by consulting policy and procedure manuals and other documents related to personnel issues. Provides responses to inquiries. Conducts new employee orientation. Performs analytical work and administrative support for Operations Manager, Staff Services Manager and/or Staff Personnel Analyst. Minimum Qualifications Experience: Three (3) years of financial and personnel recordkeeping experience, including at least one (1) year processing detailed personnel transactions. Essential Functions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Operate a personal computer and other office equipment, including repetitive hand and arm motions. Frequent use of hand-eye coordination. Occasionally required to sit for extended periods. Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone. Analyze data, interpret policies, procedures and regulations, develop appropriate conclusions, and prepare reports. Meet deadlines under stressful conditions. Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints. Complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines. Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations. Prepares quarterly reports concerning staff. Perform personnel and payroll functions. Make presentations/new employee orientation. Balance multiple tasks and deadlines. Operate Imaging system for personnel records. Regular attendance is an essential function. Knowledge of: Principles and practices of payroll and personnel recordkeeping functions. Laws, rules, regulations, and policies involving County and California Merit System Services personnel systems (if assigned to HSA). Computerized systems for maintaining personnel and payroll data. Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including filing methods and procedures. Principles and practices of recruitment and selection in a Public Agency. Applicable state and federal laws, regulations. Including EEO/Affirmative Action guidelines. Methods of recruitment and examining. FLSA, FMLA, ADA and other Federal and State laws and regulations. Ability to: Perform a variety of complex support functions for personnel and payroll systems. Maintain and update a computerized personnel and payroll database. Understand, interpret, apply, and explain personnel, payroll, and recruitment and selection rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Gather data and prepares reports and make arithmetical calculations quickly and accurately. Coordinate a variety of transactions between the Department, other County departments, and California Merit System Services, when applicable. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Train staff in work procedures Perform a variety of analytical work, administrative support assignments. Function under minimal supervision, exercising sound judgment in making independent decisions. Reason logically. Perform and document research in dealing with personnel issues. Speak and write effectively and use correct English, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Deal with difficult or upset staff and others in the course of work. HOLIDAYS & LEAVES VACATION 10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours). Optional annual sell back of a portion of accumulated vacation leave hours (maximum - 20 hours). SICK LEAVE .0462 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 12 days (96 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria. HOLIDAYS Twelve paid holidays annually plus one optional holiday. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE Three (3) regularly scheduled work days or five (5) days if distance traveled over 500 miles one-way. INSURANCE HEALTH INSURANCE Medical Insurance - Merced County offers five Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units. Anthem 200 EPO Anthem 500 EPO Anthem 1500 EPO Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA) Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA) Dental Insurance -Delta Dental Calendar Year Maximums County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s) Vision Insurance - VSP County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s) DISABILITY INSURANCE Management Disability Plan includes a comprehensive Short/Long Term Disability plan paid for by the County. LIFE INSURANCE $30,000 County-paid Management Life Insurance coverage. $5,000 County-paid Life Insurance coverage (Accidental Death and Dismemberment included). Voluntary Term Life and Universal Life Insurance available - premium paid by employee. RETIREMENT DEFERRED COMPENSATION The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable. MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security.The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; yourpension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount. EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS. EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) Anthem EAP services provides up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services. EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more. THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY. For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

The Position This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 10/10/23, 10/24/23 (final) The class of Personnel Analyst performs a wide variety of professional level duties in the areas of recruitment, selection, classification, salary administration, equal employment opportunity, employee/labor relations, employee development, training, and other human resources programs. The Personnel Analyst differs from other analytical classes, such as the Administrative Services Officer by its emphasis on human resources administration rather than general administrative responsibilities. It is distinguished from the Labor Relations (formerly titled Employee Relations) series by the latter's emphasis on the County's labor relations program. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of: Principles of public sector human resources administration Principles and methods of position classification, examination development, job analysis and organization in the public sector; accepted practices to determine job content, evaluate complexity and difficulty of job duties, and identify required skills, knowledge and abilities Principles and techniques of job analysis, position classification, and examination construction Methods of presenting training material to groups Methods for obtaining and evaluating salary and total compensation data Basic uses of information systems as a tool in the performance of human resources functions Principles of employee selection Basic statistical methods used in selection and other human resources programs Communication skills and techniques used for gathering, evaluating, and transmitting information Techniques for interviewing, counseling and instructing, and facilitating group discussions Operate a variety of office equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers, faxes, etc. Ability to: Understand, interpret and apply human resources laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures Interpret and apply equal opportunity laws, civil service regulations, and provisions of contracts, ordinances, and negotiated agreements and other regulations or policies relating to human resources Identify and describe problems Analyze, compare, prioritize and evaluate complex data Develop and evaluate alternative solutions, and identify consequences of decisions and recommendations Present data clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, to convey concepts and/or conclusions Prepare technical reports and research Speak effectively to groups Meet time deadlines Work under pressure and deal with emotional and/or confrontational situations Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either: 1 . One year of experience in the class of Personnel Technician (formerly titled Personnel Assistant) in Sacramento County service, And Completion of 60 semester (90 quarter) units from an accredited college or university. (Note: An additional (2) two years of experience performing the duties of a Personnel Technician, formerly Personnel Assistant, in Sacramento County Service, may substitute for the above educational requirement). Or: 2 . Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in business or public administration, human resources management, psychology, labor relations or a closely related field, And One year of professional experience in human resources work. Completion of a master's degree in a closely related field from an accredited college or university in one of the above areas of study may substitute for the experience requirement. Or: 3 . Satisfactory completion of at least one year of service as a student intern in Sacramento County service in an area of assignment including classification and pay, test validation and development, employee/labor relations, compensation, organizational/human resources management, affirmative action, and/or recruitment and selection. And Completion of a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in business or public administration, human resources management, psychology, sociology, labor relations or a closely related field. Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. License Certificate Registration Requirement: Some positions in these classes require that incumbents possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Other Requirement: Some positions in these classes require that incumbents work evenings and weekends on a periodic basis. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's). For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 10/24/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

Summary/Class Characteristics Senior Administrative Assistant Confidential - Police Department SALARY AND BENEFITS PACKAGE SALARY RANGE : $67,184.00 - $81,640.00 annually FOR YOUR HEALTH AND WELL BEING: MEDICAL INSURANCE: Choice of a variety of CalPERS Health Plans with a City contribution of up to $ 2,264.48 monthly for family health coverage (2023 plan year) or alternative option to receive Medical Cash Back (if you have medical coverage elsewhere) https://cityofpetaluma.org/documents/calpers-memo-for-health-benefits/ DENTAL & VISION INSURANCE: Coverage for employees & eligible family members, paid for by the City. LIFE INSURANCE: Competitive life insurance & long-term disability benefits. Option to purchase additional life insurance. Long-Term Disability up to 60% of your current monthly salary after eligibility requirements are met and subject to maximum amounts. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Support and benefits, for you and eligible family members, paid for by the City. WELLNESS BENEFIT: $500 annual allowance (is subject to the annual budget approval process and may change in the future.) FOR YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE: CALPERS RETIREMENT PACKAGE 2% at 60 for classic CalPERS members 2% at 62 for PEPRA CalPERS members DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: Voluntary participation in your choice of three plans. FOR YOUR WORK / LIFE BALANCE (annual amounts): Vacation: 80 Hours, increasing with years of service Sick Leave: 96 hours Holidays: 12 fixed and 1 floating Flexible Work Week Additional Exciting Benefits: Remote Work Flexibility Paid Parental Leave - up to 8 weeks of paid time for qualifying family bonding Unlimited Free Bus Rides on Petaluma Transit The City is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer Please refer to the Memorandum of Understand for Unit 1 and the Human Resources website for additional details. #petalumaproud A City that Works for Everyone Our City has an enormous amount of civic pride which celebrates multiple approaches and points of view. When we say we are a City that Works for Everyone, we mean everyone. To do that well, we’re creating a workforce that is inclusive and listens to the multitude of voices and views of our employees. Diversity is an integral part of our organizational identity. Inclusion is the way we treat and perceive our differences. Equity is treating all our employees fairly and acknowledging that everyone has value. This drives our innovation and motivation and connects us even closer to our community. Summary Provide varied secretarial and office administrative assistance to the Police Chief and associated supervisory, professional, and technical staff; may perform duties that include exposure to sensitive or confidential information. Class Characteristics General supervision is provided by the department director; responsibilities may include the indirect supervision of support staff. The Senior Administrative Assistant is the specialized level in the secretarial series, providing direct administrative support to a department director and related supervisory, professional, and technical staff. Incumbents perform duties involving difficult and responsible tasks and assignments. The department director normally establishes general guidelines for action, however, day-to-day activities may require the use of initiative and independent judgment, particularly when prioritizing work for several staff members or when dealing with a variety of City staff and representatives of the public. Positions at this level are distinguished from those in the lower classification of Administrative Assistant in that the Senior Administrative Assistant is a single incumbent classification within each department, with primary responsibility for providing ongoing secretarial and administrative support to the department director. The Senior Administrative Assistant is distinguished from the classification of Executive Assistant to the City Manager in that the latter provides secretarial and administrative support to the City Manager and City Council. Duties Provide secretarial and administrative support to an assigned department director; areas of responsibility include the composition, preparation, and distribution of correspondence, scheduling meetings, maintaining complex filing systems, providing input on department policies and procedures, and performing related administrative tasks. Assist the public in person or by phone; receive and screen visitors and telephone calls from internal and external contacts; provide information which may require the interpretation of department policies and procedures; take messages or refer callers to the appropriate person and/or department. Schedule and ensure the availability of meeting materials; coordinate and maintain agenda writing schedule; prepare meeting agendas and distribute materials; attend meetings to take minutes; prepare and distribute minutes of commission or committee meetings; compile, edit, package, and track agenda reports. Compose and prepare a wide variety of finished documents such as letters, memoranda and/or reports from stenographic notes, brief instructions, or draft materials; review finished materials for completeness, accuracy, and format, compliance with policies and procedures, and appropriate English usage; maintain accurate and detailed records and logs. Maintain calendars and schedule appointments; organize travel arrangements. Research a variety of informational materials from internal and external sources; compile information into an appropriate format for management review. Open, sort, and distribute mail ensuring the attachment of relevant materials. Use a variety of office equipment such facsimile machines, photocopiers, and computers and associated word processing or spreadsheet applications; input or retrieve data and prepare reports; prepare and disseminate data and information. Initiate and process invoices, formal bid documents, and grant applications; review documents and invoices for payment; process check requests. Order general office supplies and special department orders; contact vendors for bids pertaining to various purchases; prepare and route purchase order requests; compose and route agreements, amendments, and contracts; create scope of work. As assigned, perform billing functions for specific department; review services provided; generate and distribute bills. Assist with coordinating funding programs; route contracts; track monies received, and generate reports. Maintain payroll and personnel records; perform other personnel processing duties such as ensuring employees have proper orientation materials, keys, and other documentation. Organize and maintain various office files, including department personnel, project, or chronological files; review and purge files consistent with City or department guidelines. Assist with the development and administration of the department budget; receive, compile, and enter budget information into spreadsheets and review for accuracy. May coordinate and assist with the department narrative within the fiscal year budgets. Organize programs, events, and conferences by arranging for facilities and caterers; issue information or invitations to attendees. Research, gather documents, and respond to public records requests; serve as custodian of records for assigned department. Follow up on projects, transmit information, and keep informed of department activities. May provide work direction and review to lower level staff. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Office management methods, practices, and procedures. Policies, procedures, programs, operations, organizational structure, and goals of assigned department. Principles and practices of business letter and report writing. English grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and punctuation. Rules and guidelines governing public meetings, including notification and distribution of meeting materials. Methods and techniques of researching and compiling information. Methods and techniques of maintaining complex filing systems. Standard business arithmetic. Basic principles and practices of budget processes. Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, power point, and publisher. Education and Experience Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be: Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school. Some college level course work is desirable. Experience: Three years of responsible secretarial or office administrative experience. Business or secretarial school training is desirable. Certifications/Licenses: Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license. Physical Demands and Working Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use the computer keyboard and mouse, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell; stand, walk, and stoop, or crouch. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Requires the ability to work in an office environment where the noise level is usually moderate. The City of Petaluma offers a wide-ranging, comprehensive benefit package including CalPERS retirement, medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, etc. For moreinformation regarding the benefits associated with this position, visit our website: https://cityofpetaluma.org/employee-benefits-information/ Closing Date/Time: 10/16/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Description: Job Summary Reporting to the Vice President of Administration and Finance with limited supervision, the Executive Assistant provides highly complex administrative office support for the Vice President for the Administration and Finance’s Office. The Executive Assistant works independently to perform highly complex administrative and analytical functions of a highly sensitive and confidential nature requiring access to a variety of sources of information, including personnel matters, grievances, management strategies, and progress reports of campus programs and projects. The incumbent serves as a key contact for communication within the division, across campus offices, with the Chancellor’s Office and external constituents. In addition to supporting the Vice President, the Executive Assistant provides administrative and analytical support to a complex and diverse division. Key Responsibilities Manages files, communications, and records of personnel matters including legal proceedings, and budgetary items Prepares grievances and disciplinary responses for the Vice President Manages and coordinates sensitive administrative tasks associated with human resource issues, legal counsel, and outside constituents Oversees division-wide personnel transactions and alerts Vice President of potential concerns Coordinates the daily operations of the Vice President’s office, including screening incoming calls and greeting visitors as well as responding to email inquiries Serves as the office’s primary contact responding to questions and analyzing and resolving problems Establishes and maintains office policies and procedures including emergency evacuation Provides direct administrative support to the Vice President, including managing the VP’s calendar, receipt and review of highly confidential and sensitive correspondence and other communications Prepare and/or edit then distribute communications on behalf of the Vice President Projects and monitors office budgets, research, and resolves account discrepancies, authorizes expenditures Reconciles office accounts, credit card statements, coordinates/processes office travel and payroll, maintains office supplies and files Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive communications with employees and external agencies Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent analytical, customer service, public relations, and networking skills Ability to handle multiple work priorities in a timely manner, initiating, organizing, planning, and implementing work and projects Ability to perform accurately in a detail-oriented environment Knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques Knowledge of standard office software applications, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to effectively use application information systems and application in analysis, research, and reporting activities and projects Expertise in investigating and analyzing problems with a broad administrative impact and implications Ability to effectively interpret, organize and present information and ideas in written or presentation form Strong knowledge of project management techniques to create, manage and adjust as necessary various aspects of a project to ensure a successful conclusion Ability to set own priorities, perform consistently organize and plan work and projects; make decisions independently and complete duties accurately with little or no supervision In-depth knowledge and application of PeopleSoft/Oracle HR and Finance Systems, Google Apps Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or professional training program specific to the position and directly related work experience, or a combination of education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position Three years of administrative work experience Preferred Qualifications 5-7 years of administrative work experience SJSU experience Experience supporting an executive Excellent written communication skills Project management experience Compensation Classification: Confidential Administrative Support II Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,821/month - $7,141/month CSU Salary Range: $5,102/month - $12,118/month San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary . Application Procedure Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents: Resume Letter of Interest All applicants must apply within the specified application period: July 25, 2023 through August 13, 2023 . This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university. Contact Information University Personnel jobs@sjsu.edu 408-924-2252 CSU Vaccination Policy The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to jobs@sjsu.edu . Additional Information Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis. The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire. SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (e.g. H1-B VISAS) All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity. Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu . Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf . The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu . Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director. Equal Employment Statement San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

SOUTH COAST AQMD AND JOB OVERVIEW South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) is one of the largest and most technologically sophisticated environmental regulatory agencies in the Nation. We serve a four-county region that includes large areas of Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, including the Coachella Valley, which is home to more than 17 million people. South Coast AQMD's headquarters is located in Diamond Bar, 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, at the junction of the 57 and 60 freeways. With a highly diverse "Clean Air Team" of over 800 employees, an annual budget of $196.3 million, and a state-of-the art air quality laboratory, our mission is to ensure clean air and a healthy environment. South Coast AQMD is an organization you can be proud to work for -- we make a difference in the quality of life in Southern California! Please view our video to meet our Clean Air Team! ABOUT HUMAN RESOURCES South Coast AQMD's Human Resources (HR) office has a staff of 17, performing a full range of professional human resources functions. HR is a high-volume, high-expectation unit in the Administrative and Human Resources department with a critical mission, and our closely knit HR team works hard to provide excellent service. We seek a team player who thrives on challenge and change in a dynamic environment, takes pride in finding creative and workable solutions to problems, communicates clearly and effectively, and is sensitive to organizational needs, employee goodwill, and the agency's public image. ABOUT THE POSITION Administrative Assistant-Human Resources, under general supervision, performs a variety of responsible administrative and routine administrative services for Human Resources management staff in Employee & Labor Relations and Benefits; performs office management and coordination responsibilities; and does other work as required. Specific duties may include: Take and transcribe minutes from committee and labor meetings. Act as records coordinator for the department, ensuring compliance and documentation is monitored and maintained appropriately, especially in relation to personnel and benefit records, training records, and performance evaluations. Assist training team in coordination of virtual and on-site training workshops, sessions, and webinars. Respond to employment verification requests. Maintain, schedule, and coordinate calendar activities. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS This classification is characterized by the responsibility for performing full administrative and office support services to Human Resources management staff with administrative, professional, or technical program responsibilities involving employee relations-related matters. The class is further characterized by the degree of responsibility to independently perform office management and coordination responsibilities to relieve management staff of routine administrative details. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Performs a variety of administrative and office support services responsibilities, including administrative assignments to relieve superiors of routine office management and coordination responsibilities. Screens a variety of office and telephone calls referring inquiries to other staff members or personally responds to request for information, as appropriate; acts as liaison for the supervisor with subordinate staff and representatives of other divisions and agencies to obtain and transmit information, requests and instructions. Reviews and arranges incoming correspondence in order of priority for the supervisor; refers other correspondence and materials to subordinate staff for reply, as appropriate, and follows up to ensure timely completion. Operates standard or automated office equipment to type a variety of correspondence, memoranda, reports, forms and other finished copy from rough draft or handwritten materials; arranges materials in the proper format and proofreads finished copy for completeness and accuracy of spelling, punctuation and typing. Schedules appointments and arranges conferences and meetings for the supervisor; prepares agendas, documents, etc., for various meetings and workshops; may attend meetings, take minutes and prepare summaries. May take and transcribe dictation from shorthand notes or transcribes from recorded dictation; composes routine correspondence or memoranda which require extensive knowledge of the supervisor's duties, office procedures and policies. Researches, compiles data from a variety of sources for general information purposes, special reports and projects; may prepare a variety of reports for supervisor’s approval. Performs routine personnel, budget, timekeeping and other office support services; establishes and maintains a variety of office files, records and log; develops and modifies office procedure and practices as necessary. May act in a lead capacity over other clerical employees. MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS In addition to the Minimum Qualifications which follow, the most competitive candidates will also possess the following: Two years of experience providing administrative or clerical support to management-level staff in a Human Resources environment. Excellent organizational and time management skills, and the ability to effectively organize and juggle multiple competing priorities and deadlines under tight schedules. Ability to complete work independently, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency, and keen attention to detail. Ability to exercise good judgement in handling a variety of sensitive and confidential situations and documents. Knowledge of HR software (HRIS or HRMS and Recruitment Marketing platforms). Experience with PeopleSoft and/or NEOGOV is desirable. Some knowledge and understanding of Federal Law and State statutes related to human resources management, in particular FMLA, FLSA, ADA and Title VII. Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team environment, and act as a reliable and supportive team member. Some experience researching budget and program information and completing special projects independently. Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Canva as well as accurate and detailed record-keeping skills. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS SKILLS: Sufficient skill to type 45 net words per minute; sufficient skill to take dictation at a rate of 80 words per minute may be required. (A typing certificate must be attached to the application. Please click here to review typing certificate requirements.) EXPERIENCE: -EITHER I- One year of experience as an Office Assistant. -OR II- Two years of responsible clerical experience equivalent to an Office Assistant. SUBSTITUTION: Education may substitute for up to one year of the experience required under Option II, with either 1) completion of 18 semester (27 quarter) units from an accredited college or university in secretarial sciences, office practices, business education or a closely related field or 2) completion of 360 hours of training from a recognized occupational training program in secretarial sciences, business education or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the experience required under Option II. KNOWLEDGE OF: Modern office practices and procedures, including files and recordkeeping systems; standard and automated office equipment; correct English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation. ABILITY TO: Perform responsible confidential secretarial work; understand, explain, and apply South Coast AQMD rules, regulations, policies and procedures specific to the area of assignment; operate a variety of standard and automated office equipment; understand and follow oral and written instructions; maintain detailed and accurate records; compose correspondence and prepare reports; establish and maintain cooperative relations with South Coast AQMD personnel and the public. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION APPLICATION PACKETS MUST INCLUDE: A typing certificate, which you must attach to the online application. Please click here to review typing certificate requirements. A completed online employment application (including responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire), covering at least the past 10 years of employment history (or longer if you have other relevant experience).Up to four references which include the names and phone numbers of your present and past supervisors or managers, and/or college professors or persons for whom you have directly provided services, not peers .An unofficial copy of your transcripts, documenting all qualifying education and/or occupational training claimed, must be submitted as an attachment to your online application. Official transcripts may be requested at a later date. Job applications must be completely filled out. Aresume cannot be substituted for the required information . Be sure to detail any education, training or other relevant coursework that would make you a particularly strong candidate. THE SELECTION PROCESS Application packages (including responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire and typing certificates) will first be screened, and the most competitively qualified candidates will be invited to participate in performance-based testing designed to evaluate the ability to read and follow instructions; typing speed, composition, grammar, syntax, spelling, proofreading, and editing skill and ability. Based on performance in the above skills testing, applicants will be advanced to an oral assessment. ( Please note that the performance-based testing, and interviews may be conducted remotely. ) Following the oral assessment (weighted at 100%), an unranked eligible list, with names in alphabetical order, is expected to be created, from which current and future vacancies may be filled, during the 6-12 months life of the list. Prior to placement on the eligible list, candidates will be required to arrange for original, official transcripts to be mailed directly from their college/university to South Coast AQMD, documenting all education and/or occupational training claimed on their application. Only those who demonstrate they are among the most competitively qualified, at each successive step of the selection process, will be advanced to the next step. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to the next step. South Coast AQMD reserves the right to add, delete, and modify any elements of the selection process as deemed appropriate, based on the number and quality of applicants at each step. Please call Human Resources at least one week in advance if you might need an accommodation at any step during the selection process. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Human Resources Department at (909) 396-2800. CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEE BENEFIT OVERVIEW BENEFIT DESCRIPTION Monthly Benefit Allotment $2,060, to purchase medical, dental, and life insurance, with unused portion paid to you as cash Medical Health Plans Blue Shield PPO Blue Shield PPO Savings Plus 2250 (High Deductible Plan) Blue Shield HMO Kaiser HMO Kaiser HSA HMO 1500 (High Deductible Plan) Dental Plans Delta Dental (without orthodontic benefits) Delta Dental (with orthodontic benefits for children only) DeltaCare (PMI) Dental Vision Plan Medical Eye Services (MES) - Optional Life Insurance $25,000 Term Life Insurance (Optional additional life insurance, paid by you, at 1X, 2X, or 3X your salary) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Administered by MHN; Provides 3 employer-paid counseling sessions per event, as well as a variety of work and home life support services Accidental Death & Dismemberment Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage Paid by South Coast AQMD Employee-Paid Long-Term Care Plan Optional Section 125 Optional Plans (Medical Reimbursement; Dependent Care) Work Schedule Four 10-hour days, Tuesday through Friday Vacation 80 hours per year, increasing to 120 after five years Holidays 13 paid holidays per year Administrative Leave 10 hours per year Sick Leave 100 hours per year Other Leaves Bereavement; Catastrophic; Jury Duty; Military; Witness Tuition Reimbursement Reimbursed up to $3,000 per year Deferred Compensation (457 Plan) South Coast AQMD matches, dollar for dollar, 100% of your regular contribution, up to the $8,800 maximum for regular plan Retirement 2.5% @ 67 defined benefit plan - Applies to employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who, at time of hire, were not members of the San Bernardino County Employees' Retirement Association (SBCERA) or another public employee retirement system through which reciprocity may be established. 2.0% @ 55 defined benefit plan - Applies to employees who, prior to January 1, 2013, were active members of SBCERA or another public employee retirement system through which reciprocity may be established. Employees pay only the Medicare portion of Social Security. June 21, 2023 Closing Date/Time: 9/26/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 10/7/22, 1/6/23, 4/7/23, *5/19/23, *6/9/23, 7/7/23, *8/25/23, *9/4/23, *9/11/23, *10/6/23, 1/5/24 **Students in their last semester prior to graduation are encouraged to apply. The cut-off date used to submit your application should be approximately 30 days or less from the projected date of receiving your final grades. Your application will be considered as meeting the minimum qualifications once qualifying documents are submitted to the Sacramento County Employment Office. Level I: $6,143.94 - $6,773.83/month Level II: $7.393.25 - $9,434.28/month Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level I) is the trainee level class in the professional civil engineering series. Incumbents perform field and office assignments of a less complex nature in connection with the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a wide variety of civil engineering projects. Incumbents are expected to demonstrate increased proficiency during the training period, and, upon completion thereof, promote to the Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level II). Incumbents are gradually given more difficult and responsible assignments and may assist experienced engineers in charge of more difficult civil engineering projects. Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level II) is the journey level class in the professional civil engineering series. Under general supervision, incumbents are responsible for routine office or field projects of average difficulty and are expected to direct them to completion. Incumbents assigned to Level II generally have, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications for the class, at least one year of paraprofessional engineering experience equivalent to one of the following classes in Sacramento County service: an Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level I), Senior Engineering Technician or higher. A Master's Degree in Civil Engineering may be substituted for the experience. An Assistant Engineer - Civil (Level II) may serve as a resident engineer on smaller, less complex construction projects. Civil engineering work of this type is generally supervised and reviewed by positions in the next higher class, Associate Civil Engineer, which is assigned the function of squad or project leader. Assistant Engineers - Civil (Level II) have no supervisory responsibility, but may provide technical direction to subordinate engineering and paraprofessional engineering personnel engaged in design and construction of such work. The duties, knowledge and abilities of the Level I and the Level II are the same except the work is originally done under close supervision; as experience is gained, greater independence of action is increased and less detailed supervision is received until the incumbent is functioning at the first working level. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Principles of physics and mathematics used in civil engineering and their application to engineering problems Topographic and construction surveying, stress analysis, mechanics and properties of materials Common methods and equipment in engineering construction and of inspection methods used in reviewing such work Real property descriptions Hydraulics and pumps Civil engineering design and drafting methods and equipment Ability to Make accurate computations and neat and accurate field notes Prepare reports Maintain effective working relationships with fellow workers and the public Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either : 1. Graduation from a curriculum in civil engineering accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. Note: To verify if your degree program is ABET accredited, visit www.abet.org Or : 2. Current Engineer-in-Training Certificate, issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the final filing or cut-off date listed in this notice. **Note: Students in their last semester prior to graduation are encouraged to apply. Proof of graduation must be submitted to the Sacramento County Employment Office at EmployOffice@Saccounty.net within 30 days of notification from our office. Failure to submit required documentation will result in the disqualification of your application for failure to meet the minimum qualifications. When documentation is received, your application will be moved to the next phase of the process - the exam. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list for consideration of employment as vacancies occur. Please ensure the exam name that you applied for and the last four digits of your social security number are indicated on your document. Please note that applicants that have already graduated and have documentation of their conferred degree or a valid Engineer-in-Training Certificate must submit their documentation at the time of application and will not be afforded the additional time indicated above. General Qualifications Driver's License: A valid Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to this class. Failure to maintain the appropriate California Driver's License may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificates/licenses: Per Health and Safety Code, Sections 18949.25 - 18949.31, incumbents may be required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment. Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field and, within one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County. Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above. In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement. Note: Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Physical Abilities: Sit for extended periods, frequently stand and walk Have manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination needed to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and drafting equipment Have corrected vision in order to perform drafting, review maps and legal descriptions, and perform other essential functions of the job Occasionally walk on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc. Individuals who are unable to pass some of the physical requirements due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: May be required to work in excess of 40 hours a week and/or work irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations. Background/Criminal History: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment within this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedure B-5 and applicable federal and state law. The County shall not consider for employment any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the applicant's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

THE POSITION Ideal Candidate Statement The Department of Community Response is seeking a collaborative, detail oriented and hardworking individual with strong communication skills. This position will be located within the Department of Community Response (DCR) and will be focused on compiling data, specifically data to enhance the Social Work focused aspects of the Department’s field teams. The position will work within the salesforce based 3-1-1 system to organize data, while maintaining reports which display departmental outcomes and inform resource allocation. The position will record and track communications from community members, engaging with community members possibly experiencing a variety of issues, including, but not limited to, being impacted by homelessness, mental health issues, and substance use disorders. This position will work closely with contracted community-based organizations and coordinates with a variety of City Departments and offices. The ideal candidate will be comfortable in a fast-paced environment, working information which can be public facing. They will be a good communicator with the ability to maintain professional decorum in the face of adverse engagements. The ideal candidate will be organized and be able to maintain, update and track multiple reports. They will need to establish and maintain effective working relationships across Departments and create effective and efficient methods to answer challenging issues presented to the Department. Under general supervision, a Senior Staff Assistant performs a wide variety of responsible, confidential and complex clerical duties; compiles, types and proofreads documents; sorts, files, and distributes documents and correspondence; compiles and maintains confidential materials; maintains records; responds to inquiries. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This journey-level classification is populated with multiple incumbents. The Senior Staff Assistant independently performs difficult clerical tasks requiring specialized knowledge of clerical functions and department operations. The Senior Staff Assistant is distinguished from Staff Assistant in that the former performs more complex and technically difficult clerical tasks and works more independently. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is provided by a division manager or senior-level professional. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Researches, compiles, tabulates, checks, and maintains data for special projects and various statistical and financial reports; prepares basic statistical reports, charts and graphs; maintains records for funds and expenditures; maintains complex filing systems and databases. compiles and maintains confidential materials and records related to labor negotiations. - Types and proofreads a variety of documents including reports, memos, and statistical charts from oral direction, rough draft forms, copies, notes, or transcribing machine recordings; operates adding machines and other office equipment; composes routine correspondence. - Receives, reconciles and matches bills, claims and other documents, verifies information and searches for missing information; maintains inventory records and information logs; processes purchase requisitions; maintains purchase records; resolves errors in orders received and invoices; orders office supplies; submits expense claims. - Compiles, tracks, and maintains contract and insurance certificate files for consultants and vendors; reviews and analyzes such contracts and certificates to ensure compliance with the City’s insurance requirements; processes, completes, and forwards proper forms with necessary signatures to appropriate outside administrative agencies on a timely basis. - Schedules appointments and various meetings; acts as receptionist; answers the telephone and waits on the general public, gives information on department policies and procedures as required. - Issues, receives, types, and processes various applications, permits, and other forms; reviews, process and files routine forms; responds to complaints and requests for information regarding the intent of instructions, precedents, and regulations; explains program requirements. - Assists in the training of new personnel. - Provides exceptional customer service to those contacted in the course of work. - Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: - English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. - Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment and business writing. - Record keeping principles and procedures. - Mathematical calculations. - Policies, practices, and procedures. Skill in: - Use of computers, computer applications, and software. Ability to: - Type at a speed of 40 to 50 net words per minute. - Maintain the confidentiality of selected documents and records as required. - Set up and type reports, correspondence, memos, charts, and related documents. - Operate modern office machines and equipment. - Learn department policies, procedures, organization, and operating details. - Understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities. - Understand, interpret, and apply a body of technical information beyond normal department policies and procedures. - Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. - Work cooperatively with other departments and outside agencies. - Work independently with minimal supervision. - Handle multiple projects while maintaining accuracy. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience: Three years of progressively responsible clerical experience equivalent to a Staff Assistant classification in the City of Sacramento. Substitution: Completion of specialized business or clerical courses may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of one year. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application, delivered in person, or sent to the Employment Office by email/fax or mailed by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Training and Experience Exam : (Weighted 100%) - The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note: Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions. 3. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Senior Staff Assistant examination. 4. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: http://portal.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Divisions/Administration/HR-Boards-Commissions/Civil-Service-Board Union Contracts: http://portal.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Divisions/Labor-Relations/Labor-Agreements Salary Schedule: http://portal.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Document-Library Closing Date/Time: 10/3/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

The Position This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 9/27/23, 10/18/23, 11/8/23 (final) Level 1 - $ 6,389.28 - $7,045.25/month Level 2 - $7,685.58 - $9,811.86/month The Assistant Engineer/Architect Level I/II performs a variety of professional engineering and/or architectural activities in connection with the planning, design, construction, alteration, code enforcement, surveying, testing of materials, contract administration and/or management of public works projects, including, but not limited to, buildings and other structures; streets, highways and bridges; sewer, water, and drainage pipeline systems; water supply; wastewater treatment; solid waste management; airports and parks; and site improvements. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level II) Knowledge of General knowledge of City, County, State and Federal building codes and building regulations and the principles upon which the codes and regulations are based Engineering mechanics Drafting procedures and practices Building planning, design, and construction The strengths, properties, and use of the materials of building construction Master planning, programming, and design Economics Contracts and the legal relationships between owner, architects, consultants, contractors, and sub-contractors Ability to Prepare plans and specifications Review plans and specifications and to recognize and require needed changes prior to approval Make estimates of materials, labor, and other elements entering into the cost of building construction, remodeling, and maintenance Maintain effective relationships with co-workers and the public Read, write, and speak English in order to perform satisfactorily on the job Prepare reports and correspondence Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level I) Knowledge and Abilities Same as for the Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level II) except that the work is originally done under close supervision; as experience is gained, greater independence of action is exercised and less detailed supervision is received until the incumbent is functioning at a higher level. Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level II) Either: 1. Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or architecture. AND One year of civil engineering or architectural experience (experience equivalent to an Assistant Civil Engineer (Level I), Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level I), Architectural Assistant or higher, in Sacramento County meets this requirement); a Master's Degree in civil engineering or architecture, may be substituted for the required experience. Or: 2. Possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer-In-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. AND One year of full-time civil engineering or architectural experience (experience equivalent to an Assistant Civil Engineer (Level I), Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level I), Architectural Assistant or higher, in Sacramento County meets this requirement); a Master's Degree in civil engineering or architecture, may be substituted for the required experience Assistant Engineer/Architect (Level I) Either: 1. Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or architecture. Or: 2. Possession of a valid certificate as an Engineer-In-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. Note: 1 . The level at which initial appointment to the class of Assistant Engineer/Architect are made; and 2. Advancement from the lower level of the class to the higher level of the class (Level I to Level II), are at the discretion of the appointing authority, providing the minimum qualifications are met. Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements Driver's License : A valid Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to all positions in this class series. Notes: (1) Failure to maintain a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. (2) Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificates/licenses : Per Assembly Bill 717, positions assigned to the Building Inspection Division are required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment. Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field, and one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County. Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above. In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement. Note: Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Physical Abilities: Work hours: frequent: working in excess of 40 hours a week; occasional: working irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations. Emotional/psychological: frequent: having public contact, making decisions effecting health and safety of employees/residents, responding to changing priorities. Visual: frequent: good overall vision, reading, close-up work, and peripheral vision. Some positions require the ability to discern the full spectrum of colors. Hearing: frequent: hearing normal speech and on the telephone Talking: frequent: talking in person and on the telephone Mobility: frequent: performing keyboard operations and sitting for long periods; occasional: walking on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 11/8/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

Description The Department: The Community Development Department enhances the community’s safety, welfare, quality of life, and economic opportunities by providing advanced planning, development review, permitting and inspection services, as well as administration of programs related to affordable housing. For more information about the Community Development Department, please visit the department website . The Position: Assistant Planner This is an entry-level classification in the professional Planner series. Responsibilities include providing support to the Permit Center, demonstrating good diplomatic skills in dealing with the general public and staff, as well as making decisions and acting within general guidelines in the role of a project planner. This classification is distinguished from the Associate Planner by the performance of the less complex, more routine professional tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Associate Planner The Associate Planner is the journey level classification in the professional Planner series. This classification is flexibly staffed with the lower classification of Assistant Planner. Appointment or promotion is based on the employee's demonstrated ability to perform the full range of duties and meet the qualification standards for the class, including those that require knowledge of performing routine to complex planning duties in the administration of land use regulations, the City's General Plan, environmental review, and design review. Depending on area of expertise, an Associate Planner may be primarily assigned to one or more of the following specialties: current planning, advanced or long-range planning, architectural review, transportation planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping, or database development. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. Typical Duties TYPICAL DUTIES: Assistant Planner Duties may include, but are not limited to the following. Under general supervision: • Assists in the administration of subdivision and land use regulations • Assists developers in filing applications for land use review, including mapping and compiling data, General Plan, zoning, subdivision, variances, use permits, and environmental review • Prepares and delivers written and oral presentations, graphics, public notices and distribution lists to staff, project developers, and the general public • Reviews and compares plan sets for consistency • Provides support to the Permit Center, assists property owners, project developers, public officials, and consultants in review of plans for development • Maintains planning data using various computer software programs, such as mapping and database systems • Reviews and prepares environmental documents to meet California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) or National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) • Distributes applications to agencies and individuals concerned with proposed developments • Presents projects at public meetings • May represent the Community Development Department at meetings and conferences as needed • Conducts field inspections, surveys, or impact studies • Assists with researching, analyzing, and interpreting social, economic, population, and land use data and trends • Performs other related duties as assigned Associate Planner Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Under general direction: • Reviews development proposals, building plans, parcel maps, and subdivision proposals for conformance with appropriate regulations • Provides support at the Permit Center; reviews proposed land use permit applications to ensure issuance of zone clearance • Serves as liaison to project applicants, City staff, and the general public regarding Planning Division projects, policies, and goals and policies • Prepares technical planning reports, presentations, recommendations, and graphic displays involving research, field inspections, and analysis • May represent the Community Development Department at meetings and conferences • May act as a liaison to appointed hearing bodies • Evaluates the design of assigned projects submitted for Architectural Review Committee (ARC) or Architectural Review Board (ARB) approval • Acts as a project manager for select planning applications, including those pertaining to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and permit tracking • Assists in the technical and functional training and supervision of planning staff • Conducts and negotiates real estate or development agreements • Maintains planning data using various software programs, such as mapping and database systems • May perform zoning enforcement duties • Researches, analyzes, and interprets social, economic, population, and land use data and trends • Performs other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Assistant Planner Minimum Requirements: • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Studies, Architecture, or closely related field; • Six (6) months of experience in a position with public contact, including customer service, complaint resolution, public education, or policy analysis Acceptable Substitution: None. Desirable Qualifications: • Paraprofessional or internship experience in public or private sector. • Computer proficiency in mapping programs, such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or permitting software, such as Accela. Associate Planner Minimum Requirements: • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Studies, Architecture, or closely related field; and; • Two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional municipal or regional planning experience performing duties similar to an Assistant Planner for the City of Santa Clara. Acceptable Substitution: • A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Urban and Regional Planning or closely related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Desirable Qualifications: • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), permit tracking and data tracking programs, such as Accela. • Planning experience in a lead or supervisory capacity. Both positions require the following: License/Certifications: None Other Requirements: • Must be able to work evenings and weekends as required. • Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST Incumbents in this position are required to file a Conflict of Interest statement upon assuming office, annually and upon leaving office, in accordance with City Manager Directive 100. Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment. Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. If applying for the Assistant Planner position, you may qualify for: VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veteran’s Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score. If applying for the Associate Planner position, you may qualify for: PERMANENT CITY EMPLOYEES PREFERENCE POINTS: Current permanent employee candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will have an additional five (5) points added to their final score. Per Civil Service Rules, section 2.24, MORE THAN ONE PREFERENCE POINT PROGRAM: An applicant may use only one (1) preference point program and shall make his/her decision as to which preference point program he/she desires to utilize at the time he/she submits his/her application. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Assistant Planner Knowledge of: • Principles and practices of urban and regional planning • Pertinent Federal, State and local laws and regulations, including those relating to planning, zoning, land use and the environment • California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) or National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) • Computer applications (such as Microsoft Word, Access, Excel and PowerPoint) Ability to: • Read and interpret architectural and engineering plans and specifications • Research, interpret, apply and explain established laws, rules, policies and procedures related to planning • Prepare comprehensive written and oral presentation materials, graphics, maps, and charts • Present projects at public meetings • Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public • Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals • Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing • Implement and improve methods and procedures • Bend, stoop, reach, carry, climb, and lift up to 25 pounds to perform assigned duties SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the supervision of the Principal Planner, Development Review Officer, Planning Manager, Senior Planner, or other supervisor, as assigned. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May assist in training of administrative support staff, technical assistants, and as-needed staff. Associate Planner Knowledge of: • Principles and practices of urban and regional planning • Pertinent Federal, State and local laws and regulations, including those relating to planning, zoning, land use, safety and the environment • The relationship of land use planning to transportation, housing and other aspects of community development • California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) regulations and/or National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) • Elements of project review, including architectural and site planning considerations • Methods of community participation • Research methods and techniques, including statistics • Basic supervisory principles and practices Ability to: • Research, interpret, apply, and explain established laws, rules, policies, and procedures related to planning • Research, analyze, and investigate work related issues and conduct field studies to make recommendations • Prepare complex and comprehensive written and oral presentations, reports, graphics, maps, and charts Manage complex planning projects, such as mixed use, multi-jurisdictional, and/or large projects • Use Microsoft Office Suite and planning industry software, such as Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and permitting software, such as Accela • Work independently, quickly and efficiently and make sound recommendations • Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public • Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals • Interpret economic, sociological and statistical data applied to land use, transportation, communications, and public utility systems • Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing • Implement and improve methods and procedures • Bend, stoop, reach, carry, climb, and lift up to 25 pounds as necessary to perform assigned duties SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the direction of the Principal Planner, Development Review Officer, Planning Manager, Senior Planner, or other supervisor as assigned. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Supervises and assists in the training of Assistant Planner, administrative support staff, and as-needed staff. Additional Information: You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . This position is open until filled: Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov . City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 Employees Association This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara's benefits available to Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 employees in 2023. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager's Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change. Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula - employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi-weekly New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula - employee pays 7.00% of gross pay Medicare and Social Security (FICA) Employee pays 6.20% up to $9,932.40(Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay Health Insurance: City contribution up to $2,138.15 (90% of Kaiser Family)/month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis The City’s contribution is prorated based on scheduled hours for part time employees Coverage is effective the first of the month after date of hire If an employee enrolls in a plan with a monthly premium that is less than $946.86, they will be paid the difference in cash Employees hired on or after 1/1/2022 who opt-out of City-offered health insurance and provide annual attestation and proof of alternative required coverage for themselves and their tax family, if applicable, are eligible for a cash-in-lieu amount of $250/month. Employees hired before 1/1/2022 are eligible for $479.09/month of the City’s health contribution, even if they opt-out of City-offered health insurance. Employees hired before 1/1/2022 can receive an additional $467.77/month if they provide annual attestation and proof of alternative required coverage for themselves and their tax family, if applicable. Contact Human Resources for more details Dental Insurance: Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory City pays lowest cost of employee only plan ($22.22 for 2023); additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective on the first day of the month following three full calendar months of employment Vision Insurance: Choice of two VSP plans City pays the lowest cost employee only plan ($9.00 for 2023); additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective the first of the month after date of hire Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA): City contributes $50.00 a month toward employee's VEBA account. Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax) If account balance is less than $2,000 upon separation, then account funds can be used immediately Life Insurance: City pays for $15,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage. Employer premium is $2.87/month Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children State Disability Insurance (SDI): 0.9% of gross pay; max deduction of $1,378.48 (includes PFL) 7 day waiting period. Maximum benefit is $1,620/week for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on earned wages in a specific 12-month period Paid Family Leave (PFL): Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child No waiting period. Minimum benefit is $50/week. Maximum benefit is $1,620/week. Benefit is based on past quarterly wages Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance: Benefit is 2/3 of basic wage up to $7,500; max of $5,000/month City pays $.558/$100 of insured earnings 30 calendar day waiting period Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Deferred Compensation: Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions Employee may contribute up to the lesser of $22,500/year or 100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules.Employees over 50 years of age may contribute up to $30,000/year Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan): Employee may contribute up to $3050per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account Employee may contribute up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account Employee may contribute up to $300per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan Vacation: Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6months of City service For 1 - 4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year For 5 - 9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year For 10 - 15 years of service: 21 days (168 hours)/year For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year Maximum vacation accrual is 450 hours Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 40 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out the following calendar year Sick Leave: Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness Up to 40 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation) Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service and sick leave cap (balance as of 01/01/2004 plus 1,500 hours) Non-Management Leave: 24 hours of non-management leave credited to employees each January 1st New employees hired between January 1st and June 30th receive 24 hours of non-management leave their first year New employees hired between July 1st and December 31st receive 12 hours of non-management leave their first year Unused non-management leave may not be carried over from one calendar year to the next Compensatory Time Off (CTO): Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours up to a maximum of 240 hour and 100 hours for Library & Fire Non-Sworn 16 hours of CTO is credited to employees each January 1st (prorated if hired after January 1st) Holidays: Seventeen paid eight-hour holidays per year (13 & 4 holidays between 12/25 to 1/1 of following year) Reimbursements/Allowances (for specific classifications): Raingear: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications Safety Boots: Upt to $237 per fiscal year for eligible employees Walking Shoes: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications (See MOU for details) Tools: $500 per fiscal year reimbursement for Auto Foreperson classification Phone allowance of $80/month for Senior Key Customer Representative(s) and Key Customer Representative(s) job classifications Bilingual Pay: Certified bilingual employees are eligible for $55/bi-weekly bilingual pay Night Differential Pay: Librarians and library support employees whose regular assignments are to City libraries are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. All other employees are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Standby Pay: Employees in the classification of Electric Utility Programmer Analyst, Electric Utility Network Administrator, and Senior Energy Systems Analyst are eligible for standby pay of $100/week when assigned to work standby Tuition Reimbursement Program: Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement. See CMD 26 for details Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year; City paid premium is $4.03/month Appointments can be face-to-face appointments with an MHN network provider, phone appointments, or web- video appointments Employees may call Managed Health Network (MHN) confidentially at 1-800-227-1060 Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program: Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum. Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $406/month in 2023(amount adjusted annually) After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $243/month in 2023(amount adjusted annually) Closing Date/Time: Continuous

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y8038O FILING START DATE September 25, 2023, at 8:00 a.m., PT - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS BEING REPOSTED TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD AND UPDATE PHYSICAL CLASS, AND APPLICANT AND FILING INFORMATION. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four hospitals - and expanded network of community partner clinics - DHS annually provides direct care for over 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Assists in the administration of a County hospital by managing and coordinating the supporting services for the patient care programs of a small area of the hospital. Essential Job Functions Develops policies and procedures for the effective operation of hospital services in the assigned areas; initiates corrective action if services are not in compliance with established standards. Serves as liaison with medical, nursing and support services personnel to develop and effectively implement plans for patient care. Meets with division heads regarding handling of operational problems; answers questions and provides information regarding departmental and County procedures and policies. Assists in coordinating the operation of the hospital with other divisions of the Department of Health Services, other County departments, and outside agencies. Conducts operational studies to recommend adjustments in the organization, staffing, systems and operational procedures. Develops and controls the annual budget for the assigned area. Investigates and resolves complaints from patients, hospital staff and the general public. Develops managerial skills of line managers and supervisors in the hospital policies, procedures and management practices. Conducts special investigations and participates on committees considering and developing recommendations for the solution of problems having hospital-wide impact. Develops plans for reorganization or decentralization of hospital services; and supervises the implementation of the changes. Recommends space allocations for assigned areas and activities; analyzes and approves proposed space remodeling; coordinates implementation of space changes or move. Supervise the work of a small administrative or hospital unit as needed. Represents the unit administrator in various hospital committees. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Option I - Two (2) years of administrative or staff experience* at the level of the County of Los Angeles class of Administrative Assistant II** or higher. Option II - A Master's degree***, from an accredited college or university, in Business, Health Administration or Management, Hospital Administration, Public Health, Public Administration, or other Health Care Management related field. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: This class includes administrative positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stopping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Administrative or staff capacity is defined as experience under general supervision of the line or division manager providing program and administrative support by doing research, analysis, and making recommendations to matters such as: utilization of personnel; allocation of funds; workload and workload fluctuations; and program and procedures for accomplishing work objectives. **Experience at the level of Administrative Assistant II is defined as: analyzes and makes recommendations for the solution of a variety of problems of organizations, budget, systems and procedures, program, facilities planning, general management, and personnel. ***In order to receive credit for the required degree under Selection Requirements, applicant must attach a valid legible photocopy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or email a copy to oramirez@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online . Please include the exam number and the exam title on your email. Out-Of-Class Experience Will Be Accepted: Los Angeles County employees attempting to meet the requirements via experience inconsistent with their official payroll title will be considered for this examination. Applicants claiming out-of-class experience to meet the requirements should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out of class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations in order to assist staff's review of applicants' qualifications. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualification: Administrative or staff experience* beyond the selection requirements at the level of the County of Los Angeles class of Administrative Assistant II** or higher . Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience, education and desirable qualifications based on application information, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services, as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. A PPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add Oramirez@dhs.lacounty.gov , as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. IMPORTANT NOTES : ALL information in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION. We may reject your application at any point during the examination hiring process, including after the appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE form the Class Specifications and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements . Provide any relevant education, training, and 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. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, Oscar Ramirez, at Oramirez@dhs.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. 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 www.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. 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. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password my erase a candidate's original application record. 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. Please refer to their website for more information: https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order to not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 869-7124 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Oscar Ramirez, Exam Analyst Oramirez@dhs.lacounty.gov 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. The provision of accommodation may be subject to verification as allowable with State and Federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential. Disclaimer : The County of Los Angeles is not responsible or in any way liable for any computer hardware or software malfunction which may affect the employment application or the application selection process. You assume all responsibility and risk for the use of this system and the Internet generally. This system and the information provided on it are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. No advice or information given by the County of Los Angeles or its respective employees shall modify the foregoing or create any warranty. The County of Los Angeles expressly disclaims any warranty that the information on this system or on the Internet generally will be uninterruptible or error free or that any information, software or other material accessible from the system is free of viruses or other harmful components. You shall have no recourse against the County of Los Angeles as the system provider for any alleged or actual infringement of any proprietary rights a user may have in anything posted or retrieved on our system. The County of Los Angeles shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of this system or with the delay or inability to use it (or any linked sites), or for any information obtained through this system, or otherwise arising out of the use of this system, the Internet generally or on any other basis. NOTE: Your application is submitted using Secure Encryption to ensure the privacy of all information you transmit over the Internet. By accepting the Use Disclaimer set forth here, you agree to all of the above terms and further agree to use this Online Job Employment Application System only for the submission of bona fide employment applications to the County of Los Angeles. Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer. Test Preparation : Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at https://hr.lacounty.gov /. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Veteran's Credit : In all open competitive examinations, a veteran's credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit. A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty. This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran's credit. More information available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/ Accreditation Information : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information available at: http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC E_Resource_Guide.pdf Background Check : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). I f asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Career Planning : Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at https://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/ . Benefit Information : Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a "new member" of the County's defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 : All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible. Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program : In an effort to improve compliance with courtordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information. Social Security Act of 2004 : Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the website www.socialsecurity.gov , or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office. Employment Eligibility Information : Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) and the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) prohibits employment discrimination based on race or color; religion; national origin or ancestry, physical disability; mental disability or medical condition; marital status; sex or sexual orientation; age, with respect to persons over the age of 40; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. COVID-19 VACCINATION : Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Updated April 2023 Closing Date/Time:

Description Applications are being accepted for the position of ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER with the City of Santa Clara. VIEW OUR RECRUITMENT BROCHURE APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2023, 5:00 P.M. (PT) The City Manager’s Office is seeking a collaborative, innovative, enthusiastic individual with great communication and interpersonal skills to deliver high quality services that meet the community’s needs. The ideal candidate is forward-thinking, possesses excellent political acumen, strong sense of customer service and government service delivery, and ability to lead multiple Department projects and initiatives. The candidate will have strong project management and organizational skills; experience with contract management, and experience with real estate, development, and permit processing is a plus. Successful candidates will have a strong sense of transparency, ethics, and ability to work collaboratively with Departments and community organizations. Under direction from the City Manager, the Assistant City Manager will oversee Stadium Authority-related operations and projects, including coordination of Stadium Authority capital improvement projects, event operations, permits, contract management, event planning and post-event assessments, neighborhood relations adjacent to the Stadium, and other similar items. In this capacity, the Assistant City Manager will plan, manage and oversee the Stadium Authority’s responsibilities related to Super Bowl LX and World Cup 2026. The Assistant City Manager will also provide contract management oversight of the Santa Clara Convention Center and Discover Santa Clara (DMO)/Tourism Improvement District. The Assistant City Manager will also be responsible for the development and implementation of Council/City Manager policies and initiatives, including street banner policy, naming rights and sponsorship policies, and policy on public service announcements on billboards. To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" above. A Cover Letter and Resume must be submitted with the completed City application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #9 Miscellaneous Unclassified Management This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara’s benefits available to Bargaining Unit #9 employees in 2023. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager’s Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change. Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula -employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi-weekly New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula - employee pays 7.00% of gross pay Medicare and Social Security (FICA) Employee pays 6.20% up to $9,932.40(Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay Health Insurance: City contribution up to $1827.48/month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis Coverage is effective the first of the month after date of hire If an employee enrolls in a plan with a premium that is less than $946.86/month, they will be paid the difference in cash An employee hired on or after 1/1/2023 is eligible for a cash-in-lieu benefit of $250/month if they sign an annual attestation and provide proof of Alternative Required Coverage for themselves and their Tax Family, if applicable. Contact Human Resources for more details Dental Insurance: Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory City pays lowest cost of employee only plan ($22.22 for 2023); additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective on the first day of the month following three full calendar months of employment Vision Insurance: Choice of two VSP plans City pays the lowest cost employee only plan ($9.00 for 2023); additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective the first of the month after date of hire Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA): City contributes $50.00 a month toward employee’s VEBA account. Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax) If account balance is less than $2,000 upon separation, then account funds can be used immediately Life Insurance: City pays for $50,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage. Employer premium is $9.55/month Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children State Disability Insurance (SDI): Employee pays 0.9% of gross pay; max deduction of $1,378.48 (includes Paid Family Leave) 7 day waiting period. Maximum benefit is $1,620/week for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on earned wages in a specific 12-month period Paid Family Leave (PFL): Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child No waiting period. Minimum benefit is $50/week. Maximum benefit is $1,620/week. Benefit is based on past quarterly wages Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance: Benefit is 60% of basic wage up to $13,333; max $8,000/month City paid benefit. City pays $.207/$100 of insured earnings 60 calendar day waiting period Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Deferred Compensation: Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions Employee may contribute up to the lesser of $22,500/year or 100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules.Employees over 50 years of age may contribute up to $30,000/year Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan): Employee may contribute up to $3050per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account Employee may contribute up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account Employee may contribute up to $300per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan Vacation: Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6 months of City service For 1 - 4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year For 5 - 9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year For 10 - 15 years of service: 21 days (168 hours)/year For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year Maximum accrual is 480 hours Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 80 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out in up to two cash-outs the following calendar year Sick Leave: Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness Up to 32 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation) Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service and sick leave cap (balance as of 01/01/2004 plus 1,500 hours) Management Leave: 120 hours of management leave credited to employees each January 1st New employees hired between January 1st and June 30th receive 120 hours of management leave their first year New employees hired between July 1st and December 31st receive 60 hours of management leave their first year Unused management leave may be carried over from one calendar year to the next; however, an employee may never have more than 240 hours (calendar years 2021 through 2024) of “banked” management leave Holidays: Seventeen paid eight-hour holidays per year (13 & 4 holidays between 12/25 to 1/1 of following year) Mobile Communication Device Allowance: $80/month in lieu of carrying a City-issued cell phone Auto Allowance (an alternative to mileage reimbursement or use of a City vehicle): Department Heads receive $320/month (up to $520, with City Manager approval). Other Unit 9 employees can receive $200/month (Up to $500 with City Manager approval) Tuition Reimbursement Program: Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement. See CMD 26 for details Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year; City paid premium is $4.03/month Employees may call Managed Health Network (MHN) confidentially at 1-800-227-1060 Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program: Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum. Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $406/month in 2023(amount adjusted annually) After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $243/month in 2023(amount adjusted annually) Alternate Work Schedule: An employee shall be eligible to work a 9/80 alternate work schedule according to the conditions, criteria, and requirements set forth in City Manager's Directive 71. Requests to work a 9/80 schedule shall be made through or by the Department Head to the City Manager. The City Manager must approve the schedule and the City Manager or Department Head (for employees other than Department Heads) may terminate the schedule at anytime. Closing Date/Time: 10/6/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

The Position This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 9/18/23, 10/2/23, 10/23/23 (final cut-off) Range A - $6,342.30 - $7,708.17/month Range B - $6,660.75 - $8,096.22/month Two salary levels are established for the class of Special Assistant, Board of Supervisors. Initial appointments maybe made at either Range "A" or Range "B", whichever is deemed most appropriate by the appointing authority, based on the appointee's personal qualifications, level of independence/supervision under which the assigned duties are performed, and the relative difficulty of the duties of the position compared to those of the other positions in the class. Under general direction, Special Assistant Board of Supervisors independently perform a variety of legislative and administrative duties and/or special projects and program assignments for a member of the Board of Supervisors. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Legislative processes and analysis with emphasis on local government Principles and procedures of public administration, management, accounting, and budget preparation and control Relationships among local, State and federal governments, public interest groups and private enterprise Legislative processes of county, state and federal governments Structures and functions of county governments Methods and techniques involved in conducting studies of administrative and management practices, methods, and procedures; including statistical research methodologies Interviewing and public speaking techniques Contract negotiations, preparation and monitoring Ability to Research, analyze, and make recommendations on complex issues and administrative management and procedural practices Read and interpret applicable codes, ordinances, laws, regulations and policies Prepare logical and comprehensive reports, summaries, abstracts and other documentation Present statements of fact, law and argument clearly and logically Explain legal requirements accurately and tactfully, understanding constituents' perspective, concerns, and needs Communicate clearly, confidently and persuasively to a variety of audiences from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds Work effectively in a cross-functional team environment; respect multiple programmatic and functional perspectives Build relationships, coalitions and alliances inside and outside of the department in order to achieve program goals and the Board's objectives Use workpoint technologies, tools and equipment Carry out written and oral directions; consistently follow through on own commitments and responsibilities Prioritize workload to meet deadlines under changing conditions Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications One year of paid or volunteer experience performing administrative, public liaison and/or analytical duties for governmental/public agencies and/or community-based organizations which required knowledge and abilities in the areas of government legislative processes, local government functions, and/or media and public relations. Governmental experience in administrative support services is preferable although experience in private enterprise may contain some of the necessary background. Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Special Requirements Driver's License: Possessing a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, is required for some positions. Incumbents must possess the required license within 90 days of appointment. Failure to obtain and maintain the appropriate license may constitute cause for disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the class under applicable Civil Service Rules. Working Conditions: Incumbents in this class may be required to work evenings and weekends. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 10/23/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

ABOUT THE POSITION In addition to pay, the City offers competitive benefits including 100% City paid medical insurance coverage up to the Calpers Kaiser Plan rates, a generous tuition reimbursement program, and a "9/80" work schedule. Note: This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and may close without prior notice. The first review date of submitted applications will be Friday, September 15, 2023. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. Testing will be conducted based on a reasonable pool of qualified applicants. Come take a look at Downey! Our town is brimming with new development. The City is looking for a new Assistant to the City Manager with a strong desire to be immersed in all aspects of city operations and has a wide range of interests in city management. The ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about providing an exceptional customer experience, creative and innovative in approaching problems, and possess unwavering, high ethical standards. This position offers the opportunity to assist the City Manager and Assistant City Manager in working directly with department heads and leading challenging and complex city-wide programs and projects. Job Summary Under general direction of the City Manager plans, directs and reviews various City programs. This position provides highly responsible administrative assistance to the City Manager in the internal control and coordination of existing City programs. The positions also assist in preparation of the City's annual budget. This position is FLSA exempt, non-represented, and serves in an "at will" capacity. Salary and benefits are established by City Council Resolution for classifications designated as Executive, Mid-Management, Confidential/Exempt. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following examples are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this classification. Depending on assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: The Assistant to the City Manager serves as a high-level professional staff assistant to the City Manager The position performs highly responsible research, analyses and studies on a wide range of management, administrative, financial, policy and other organization issues in support of the planning and execution of City goals and objectives. Participates in establishing operational plans and initiatives to meet goals and objectives of the City Manager's Office; implements work programs, processes, procedures, and policies required to achieve overall Office performance results; participates in development of the Department's budget and budget process, coordinates the City's legislative advocacy efforts, prepares grant applications and assists departments with grant opportunities; Plans, coordinates, organizes and conducts complex and highly responsible administrative and management analysis relating to assigned issues and/or programs; identifies problems, determines analytical techniques, and statistical and information-gathering processes and obtains necessary information and data for analysis; analyzes alternatives and makes recommendations; prepares revenue and cost analyses; develops and presents reports of study conclusions and recommendations; develops implementation plans and assists in implementing policies and procedures; prepares agenda reports, staff memos, and presentation materials for the City Manager and Assistant City Manager As assigned, represents the City and works closely with appointed boards and committees and public and private officials to implement planned programs and recommendations and provide technical assistance in resolving problems Attends City Council meetings and work sessions as assigned; researches, responds to and prepares correspondence; performs necessary follow up and communicates with City management on sensitive and confidential issues Represents the City in meetings with civic, community, and industry groups and with representatives of other governmental agencies as assigned Supervises, trains, and evaluates professional, para-professional, technical, and clerical personnel; makes effective recommendations regarding promotion, transfer, and disciplinary action of assigned personnel Works in conjunction with the City Clerk's Office regarding Language Access Programs Responds to complaints and requests for information Performs other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the skills, knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Four (4) years of progressively professional and responsible experience in an administrative, management or operations capacity in a municipal government setting including administrative analysis, budget preparation and control, and project and program administration. Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public or Business Administration, Political Science, or a related field. A Master's Degree in Public Administration or other closely related field is desirable. Knowledge of: Modern public administration and management principles, practices, procedures, program management, and organizational development; applicable federal, state, and local laws regulations; research techniques and statistical analysis; principles, practices, and methods of municipal budgeting; record keeping principles and practices; effective techniques and methods of leadership and supervision; methods of report preparation and presentation; principles of community and public relations and effective public speaking techniques; operation of personal computers and software applications associated with the work. Ability to : Independently perform a wide variety of administrative duties; analyze complex and sensitive administrative, operational, economic and organizational issues and evaluate alternatives in order to reach sound conclusions; collect, evaluate and interpret varied information and data; interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures; coordinate a variety of complex assignments simultaneously and meet critical deadlines; prepare concise and effective reports and other written documents; evaluate and develop effective procedures, policies, methods, and operations; effectively administer assigned program responsibilities; supervise, train and evaluate personnel; communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; operate appropriate office and computer equipment and applications; effectively represent the City Manager's Office demonstrating excellent customer service; exercise sound judgment, initiative and creativity in making difficult decisions; maintain and exhibit discretion and integrity when handling sensitive situations; learn and work with political sensitivities of outside agencies, internal committees and commissions; exemplify an enthusiastic, resourceful and effective service attitude with the public, co-workers and others who are contacted in the course of work. Special Requirements: Willingness and ability to work the hours necessary to accomplish the assigned duties; attend evening meetings; travel out of town and attend workshops, conferences, seminars during working and non-working hours. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION License: A California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions is desirable. California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System : An incumbent appointed to this position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program. The Pull Notice program provides information on a periodic basis to the City of Downey on the employee's driving record and Driver's License status. An employee assigned a City vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of City Administrative Regulations covering the use of City vehicles. Physical Tasks and Environmental Conditions: The duties and responsibilities of this position are performed in an office environment and involve sitting, standing, and walking for prolonged or intermittent periods of time, and include reaching, bending, and twisting at the waist to perform desk work and operate general office equipment including a personal computer with keyboard for prolonged or intermittent periods of time. The operation of a personal computer requires finger and wrist dexterity and the ability to withstand exposure to vibration, pitch and glare from the computer. Incumbent must be able to safely lift and carry books, files and reports weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to lift files and reports from counter tops or file drawers and withstand exposure to vibration, pitch and glare from a computer. Application Procedure: All application materials received will be reviewed and evaluated on the basis of information submitted to determine the level and scope of the candidate's qualifications for the position. All information provided by applicants is subject to verification. For consideration, application materials submitted must consist of the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. A current resume may be submitted but will not be considered in lieu of the completed online application and supplemental questionnaire. An application deemed incomplete will be rejected from consideration. Clarity of expression, grammar, spelling and an applicant's ability to follow instructions may also be considered in the application evaluation process. Selection Testing: Those applicants who most closely meet the desired work experience and qualifications will be invited to participate in selection testing. Selection testing may consist of performance testing and/or an oral interview before a panel of subject matter experts to assess the applicant's knowledge, education, training, experience, and general ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Candidate(s) who complete testing with acceptable results will be considered by the Department hiring authority. Prior to an employment offer, a comprehensive background investigation is conducted, including fingerprinting. A pre-placement medical exam, including a drug screen will be conducted upon issuance of a conditional offer of employment. Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at (562) 904-7292 at least 72 hours in advance.Closing Date/Time:

Description The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one regular full-time vacancy in the Human Resources Division. This position will serve as the administrative assistant to the Human Resources Manager and will perform varied and specialized administrative and technical duties in support of Division staff and District human resource programs, including but not limited to: employee and labor relations, recruitment and selection, benefits, retirement, workers' compensation, training and professional development, and other employee programs. Any qualified individual may apply . This is a non-exempt position and is Unrepresented Management and Confidential. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Human Resources Assistant vacancies within the District that may occur through September 11, 2024. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a journey level class and is responsible for the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Serve as primary contact and resource for internal and external customers; screen calls, visitors, and mail; respond to complaints and requests for information and assistance; explain regulations, procedures, and policies; in response to inquiries, research and gather information to provide accurate answers; ensure follow up to unanswered inquiries. Provide administrative support to Division staff including but not limited to coordinating meetings; maintaining calendars; coordinating travel arrangements; setting up and maintaining files; monitoring and ordering supplies; organizing, composing, typing, and distributing a variety of documents, including those of a sensitive and confidential nature. Organize and coordinate administrative and logistical activities associated with Division programs including but not limited to employee events, test administration, open enrollment, training, etc. Assist in the administration of Division budget; compile budget reports; monitor and classify expenditures; track and reconcile bills; research and resolve discrepancies. Coordinate and maintain the Division’s central file system. Ensure payment of expenses for general Human Resources administration including but not limited to expenses incurred from recruitments, employee professional and development fees, and temporary agency fees. Ensure District official bulletin boards contain current information related to human resource programs and activities. Efficiently operate standard office equipment including personal computers which utilize various software. Build and maintain positive work relationships with coworkers, other District employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Other Related Duties Other duties as assigned Typical Qualifications Any combination of education, experience, knowledge and abilities may satisfy the necessary minimum qualifications. A typical way to obtain the education, experience, knowledge and abilities would be: Education : High school diploma or equivalent. College coursework in Human Resources desirable. Experience : Three (3) years of increasingly responsible administrative support experience including a working knowledge of human resources procedures and human resources information systems. Demonstrated experience working in a confidential environment preferred. Knowledge and Abilities : Ability to operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software, including human resource information systems, at an intermediate to advanced level. Knowledge of Human Resources practices and principles. Knowledge of principles and procedures of effective record-keeping. Ability to maintain files and records. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Knowledge of principles of business communication including business letter and report writing; ability to compose correspondence from drafts; English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation. Knowledge of principles of budget monitoring. Ability to effectively handle sensitive and confidential information. Ability to learn, interpret, and apply administrative and Division policies and procedures. Ability to interpret rules, regulations and follow instructions; analyze data and situations; identify problems; draw valid conclusions and adopt effective courses of action. Ability to schedule and coordinate tasks/projects; meet deadlines; adapt to changing priorities. Ability to work cooperatively with others. Ability to provide courteous, timely and efficient customer service to internal and external customers; respond to requests and inquiries from internal and external customers. Knowledge of safe work practices. Special Requirement : Must have a valid California Class C driver license. Supplemental Information Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application no later than 5:00 PM on Friday, September 29, 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) oral interview; (2) review of personnel file and contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the selection process. Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-2922 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE EDUCATION VERIFICATION AND PASS A MEDICAL EXAM INCLUDING A DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREEN AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK. INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. For a complete list of MID Benefits, please refer to the following: http://www.mid.org/careers/benefits.htm Closing Date/Time: 9/29/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

Title: Senior Public Safety Assistant Job Category: CSEA Job Opening Date: September 05, 2023 Job Closing Date: Location: Saddleback College Work Location: Mission Viejo, CA Department: Office of Safety and Security Pay Grade, for more information click on this link: https://www.socccd.edu/departments/human-resources/contracts-and-salary-schedules Pay Rate Type: Monthly Work Days: Monday - Friday Work Hours: 8:00am - 1:00pm Hours Per Week: 25 Percentage of Employment: 62.5% Months of Employment: 12 Salary: Starting at $2,761 per month Required Documents: No Required documents - Optional Documents: Resume Job Description: C.S.E.A Classified Bargaining Unit Salary Schedule Range 117 Initial Screening Date: September 19, 2023 NOTE: Employment in this position is contingent upon 60% funding from Parking Fee Services. No Required Documents, Optional Documents: Resume Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION Under general supervision from the Chief of Police or designee, leads, plans, and coordinates access control activities and provides highly specialized support for the Campus Police Department at an assigned campus. Performs duties of a Public Safety Assistant; and provides clerical assistance as needed within the department. Supports front counter operations, providing a variety of information and assistance to students, faculty, staff, and the general public relative to assigned area of responsibility; receives incoming calls related to public safety matters from the campus community and the general public; supports the Campus Police Department in field assignments on foot or utilizing vehicles as necessary. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the advanced journey level class in the Public Safety Assistant series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. The Senior Public Safety Assistant functions as a Public Safety Assistant and is assigned additional responsibility for access control, and other specialized functions of the police department. The incumbent provides direction, coordinates, and oversees the day-to-day activities of access control for the assigned campus. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Leads, plans, and coordinates access control activities and functions to accomplish department goals and objectives; performs duties of a Public Safety Assistant. Oversees issuing, assigning access rights for access control cards or key fobs, and decommissioning of access control cards; processes requests for card access and modifications; monitors, tracks, and evaluates card access activity system wide. Serves as primary point of contact for service requests on access control systems; performs service/installation of access control systems, including in new construction; issues, receives, evaluates, and responds to work orders and requests; evaluates, diagnoses, troubleshoots systems, and performs maintenance, configuration changes, and repairs, as necessary; establishes priorities and coordinates with contractors and vendors, when required; performs testing, verification, and validation of installations and repairs using a variety of tools and methods; inspects work for compliance with current regulations and standards; maintains documentation of current systems, changes to configuration items, inventory, tasks, and daily service requests, etc. to keep accurate and appropriate records; evaluates present systems and recommends system expansion, modification, and replacement. Provides subject matter expertise related to systems; attends project meetings pertaining to access control integration; coordinates with administration, departments, and external groups to resolve access control related issues by applying technical solutions; assists in policy and procedure development related to access control; performs research on best practices and stays current on related regulations; instructs employees in the use of access control system; provides end user support and guidance on access control, hardware, and systems usage, ranging from beginners to expert users. Assists other college and external personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities (i.e., coordination with electricians, locksmith, carpenters, etc.). May serve as receptionist for the Campus Police Department at an assigned campus; receives office and telephone callers; provides material and information in response to requests for information related to assigned area of responsibility; conveys telephone messages; refers callers to appropriate staff for further assistance as needed. Assists with the issuance of parking permits to students, staff, and special student categories, and related activities. Issues parking citations in support of parking enforcement operations; conducts traffic control in support of traffic enforcement operations; provides assistance to individuals having received citations; provides information for appealing citations; processes initial Administrative Reviews from walk-in customers, the citation processing agency, or by mail; logs in requests for hearings; enters results; receives, records, and issues receipts for parking citation payments and enters payments into system. Receives and maintains safe storage of campus lost and found items; attempts to contact owner of item; maintains records of items received and claimed. May operate Live Scan fingerprinting device for applicant and general public records checks. Assists with crowd management at campus events. Performs student escort services. Assists with Counter Reports, including traffic accident and no lead criminal incident reports. Uses District, College, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures to provide accurate information and services; answers questions, clarifies information, responds to requests, and resolves problems; explains District, College, Division, or Department area policies and procedures where judgment, knowledge, tact, and interpretation of policies and procedures is necessary; researches and interprets regulations for Federal, State, District and College programs relating to area of assignment; maintains current knowledge and stays up to date on requirements and changes related to area of assignment; participates in the development of new/revised procedures to accommodate changes; maintains a working knowledge of standard operating procedures within the area of assignment. Composes, prepares, completes, and maintain a variety of correspondence, documents, forms, and other materials; generates, prepares, monitors, maintains, and reviews reports; disseminates information as appropriate; verifies and reviews documents and reports for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with established regulations and procedures. Utilizes various computer applications and software packages including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs; operates a variety of office equipment and machines; learns to use new technology as necessary to perform duties; utilizes electronic technology to correspond with others and to maintain assigned calendars, schedules, and appointments. Establishes and maintains complex, interrelated filing systems including confidential files; collects, compiles, and records data and other information; researches and verifies information. Attends a variety of meetings, workshops, conferences, presentations, and training sessions as required; maintains compliance with mandatory trainings and certifications as directed by supervisor; attends and participates in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events. Abides by all confidentiality practices required by District, College, state, and federal policies, laws, rules, and regulations. Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and faculty, as well as various outside groups to ensure efficient, effective, and correct implementation of departmental objectives. Maintains departmental area(s) in a safe, clean, and orderly environment; assures compliance with established safety procedures and regulations; refers unresolved problems to supervisor. Provides functional and technical work direction to lower-level staff, temporary employees, and student workers; trains new and existing staff as assigned; prioritizes work assignments; ensures work is completed in a timely manner; verifies the work of assigned staff for accuracy. Performs related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties. Knowledge of: Operation, procedures, and policies of a College Police Department; applicable local, state, and federal laws, codes, and regulations; District and College organization, operations, policies, and objectives. Advanced working knowledge of electronic access control technology; access control system equipment testing, repair, and maintenance procedures; working knowledge of low voltage systems. Basic emergency procedures and proper radio communication procedures and rules. Crowd management and traffic control methods and techniques. Software programs, hardware, and database systems relevant to area of assignment. Current office practices, procedures, methods, and computer equipment, software, hardware, and applications related to the work, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Principles and practices used to establish and maintain files and information retrieval systems; principles and practice of recordkeeping, and principles and procedures of writing and report preparation. Work organization principles and practices. Basic mathematical concepts. Effective written and oral communication skills including correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary. Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service including methods and techniques of proper telephone etiquette. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. Techniques to facilitate effective interaction with people on an individual or group basis. Confidentiality requirements when dealing with personal and sensitive student information. Occupational hazards and standard safety policies and procedures. Principles and practices of providing training and guidance to lower-level staff and student workers. Ability to: Learn and understand the organization and operation of the assigned department as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities; understand, explain, and apply administrative and office policies and procedures as well as pertinent laws, regulations, and ordinances; work within the policies, functions, and requirements of area of assignment. Perform a variety of office support and clerical duties and activities of a general and specialized nature for assigned campus police office. Work with software/hardware used in electronic access control systems; diagnose and repair access control security system hardware; effectively prioritize work requests. Make recommendations for access control security needs. Coordinate work with both internal and external stakeholders. Follow protocols and escalate as needed. Learn geographic features and streets of the campus. Learn to operate office equipment including computers and Live Scan device. Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with police station or other police personnel. Provide operational and technical guidance and leadership to staff in area of expertise. Receive and appropriately respond to telephone calls for emergency service as needed; remain calm in emergency situations. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing in English; use correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; understand and follow oral and written directions in English; listen actively and effectively. Develop, maintain, and foster effective working relationships involving interactions and communications personally, by phone, and in writing with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis. Interact extensively with and respond to requests and inquiries from students, faculty, staff, and public; effectively present information in person or on the telephone to students, staff, or the public; provide excellent customer service. Perform a variety of office support and clerical duties and activities of in support of the assigned area; operate office equipment including hardware, software, and devices supporting word processing, database management, and spreadsheets; type or enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance; maintain accurate filing, record keeping, and tracking systems; apply excellent organization skills and attention to detail; compose and prepare correspondence and memoranda; maintain filing systems; prepare documentation, reports, and other written materials. Work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the varied racial, ethnic, cultural, sexual orientation, academic, socio-economic, and disabled populations of community college students. Work effectively under pressure with frequent interruptions and a high degree of public contact on a variety of tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities; concentrate on detailed tasks for extended periods of time; work confidentially, independently, and collaboratively. Exercise good judgment, discretion, and personal initiative in resolving confidential, difficult, and sensitive situations, according to established policies and procedures; use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority; maintain critical and sensitive information, records, and reports confidentially. Provide training and work direction to assigned temporary and student staff. Effectively utilize computer applications and equipment in the performance of duties; adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems. Report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job. Work some evening/weekend shifts as required. Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and organization of assigned area; ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures; monitor activities in assigned area and enforce policies for proper use and behavior. Participate in trainings and meetings on-site and off-site as required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education/Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Experience: One year of working in a security or law enforcement setting. Preferred: Experience working with access control systems. Licenses, Certificates, and/or Other Requirements: A valid California driver's license and proof of insurability may be required for some positions to drive a District or personal vehicle to attend meetings or pick up/deliver documents or other materials. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Work Environment: Work is performed primarily in a college campus setting. Duties may be performed at a desk or computer terminal; subject to noise from office equipment operation; frequent interruptions and contact in person and on the telephone with students, staff, and others; or at field assignments such as parking enforcement or traffic control. At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort. Physical Demands: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to verbally communicate to exchange information; and may occasionally travel to other offices or locations for duty assignments or to pick up or deliver materials. Subject to noise from office equipment operation; frequent interruptions and contact in person and on the telephone with students, staff, and others; or at field assignments such as parking enforcement or traffic control. At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. SPECIAL COVID-19 NOTICE: Interviews may be held in-person (following all necessary precautions) or in a virtual format. Employees must reside in California while employed with the South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD), even during remote work. Thank you for your continued interest in working at the SOCCCD. The SOCCCD is committed to protecting the health and wellbeing of students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the communities it serves. More information can be found on our District website by visiting https://www.socccd.edu/communications/covid-19-information . NOTICE TO ALL CANDIDATES FOR EMPLOYMENT: The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country. SOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications. PLEASE NOTE: A California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree may not accept employment until after the first 180 days of retirement. Anyone retired from CalPERS accepting permanent employment with this District will be required to reinstate as an active CalPERS member. Please contact CalPERS for additional information regarding your retirement status. Any active vested member of California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS), who accepts employment with the District to perform service that requires membership in CalPERS, is eligible to elect to continue retirement system coverage under CalSTRS DISABILITY ACCOMODATIONS: If you require special accommodations in the application and/or selection process, please notify District Human Resources at least two (2) business days prior to the Job Close Date/Initial Screening Date, by either calling (949) 582-4850 or sending an e-mail to hrinfodesk@socccd.edu. ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT: Report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job. CAMPUS CRIME AND SAFETY AWARENESS: Information regarding campus crime and safety awareness can be found at www.saddleback.edu or www.ivc.edu. Paper copies are available in the District Human Resources office upon request. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The South Orange County Community College District is committed to creating an academic and work environment that fosters diversity, equity and inclusion and equal opportunity for all, and ensures that students, faculty, management and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, included, supported, and safe. Our culture of belonging, openness, and inclusion, makes our district a unique and special place for individuals of all backgrounds. Our District and our colleges are looking for equity and inclusion-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to the understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present within our community. When you join our District, you can expect to be part of an exciting, thriving, equity-focused, and inclusive community that approaches higher education with the lens of social justice and collaboration among students, faculty, staff, administration, and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position with our District, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our District's mission and goals for EEO, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. SOCCCD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Important: You must complete your application for a posting by 11:59 p.m. , Pacific Standard Time, by the deadline, along with any required documents , in order to be considered for the position. Applicants must complete all fields/sections on the application. Do not type "See Resume" or leave any fields blank. Applicants must enter their work experience, education, etc. on the District application. Applications reflecting "See Resume" will be considered incomplete and will not be considered for recruitment.

The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 7/3/23, 8/1/23, 9/5/23, 10/3/23, 11/7/23, 12/5/23 Under general supervision, the Park Ranger Assistant provides assistance and support services to the County Regional Parks System including fee collection, visitor services, resource and wildlife protection, safety enforcement, pollution control, habitat improvement, public relations, and related duties. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Principles and practices of natural resource management and conservation and park operations Basic arithmetic Principles and practices of customer service Operation of modern office equipment Ability to Read and understand departmental policies, rules, instructions, laws and ordinances and general literature pertaining to the County park system Learn safe and proper operation and maintenance of tools and equipment used in park maintenance Learn to operate a two-way radio Learn fee collection practices Learn first aid techniques Understand and follow written and oral direction Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or satisfactory completion of an acceptable General Education Development (GED) test. OR Six months (1040 hours) of full-time paid or volunteer experience in a park-setting providing a) visitor services and/or b) performing grounds maintenance and repair work. Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. License Requirement: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Physical Requirements: Positions in this class require the incumbents to: Walk and stand for long periods of time Perform physical labor such as lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling heavy objects such as trash cans, gates, and vehicle control devices Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: Positions in this class require the incumbents to: Work various shifts to provide 24-7 coverage, including nights, weekends and holidays Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement or very hot weather Work around dust, dirt, noise, and odors Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate or Credentials Screening Panel exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5036A APPLICATION FILING PERIOD Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. All Department of Health Services workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Under the direction of a licensed and qualified pathologist, prepares and performs gross examination and dissection of anatomic pathology specimens and human postmortem examinations. Essential Job Functions Prepares surgical specimen for pathology gross examination through a comprehensive macroscopic examination and evaluation of all surgical pathological specimens, including measuring, weighing, inking margins, dissecting, and sectioning tissues. Obtains relevant clinical information, identifies necessary techniques or procedures, describes gross anatomic features of specimens, dissects surgical specimens, and prepares tissue for histological examination. Obtains related clinical history (i.e., scans, x-rays, and laboratory data) to direct the processing of specimens. Obtains biological specimens for studies, such as flow cytometry, image analysis, immunohistochemistry, etc. Assists the Pathologist with rendering the provisional gross anatomic diagnosis, through observations made in dissection. Performs frozen sectioning and staining for intraoperative consultation. Performs biomedical photography of specimens. Performs postmortem examinations including external examinations, in situ organ inspections, evisceration, dissection and recording of applicable data. Moves bodies from crypt to autopsy table and manipulates other large surgical specimens. Updates and maintains laboratory databases and orders supplies for the grossing and frozen section rooms. Fulfills administrative duties in the grossing room, including coordination of specimen type to grossing station, accessioning specimens, managing holding times for stored specimens after processing, and managing inventory. Assists in troubleshooting workflow issues and recommends changes using process improvement techniques. Acts as a preceptor and assists Pathologist in training pathology residents and other pathology lab personnel. Assists in the organization and coordination of anatomic pathology conferences. Communicates with surgeons, pathologists, residents, and ancillary medical staff for continuity of care concerning orientation, gross findings, and margins. Assists in maintaining surgical pathology policies, protocols, procedures, and quality reports. Participates in departmental inspections and surveys to ensure regulatory compliance. Assists in obtaining proper legal authorizations for autopsies and notifies appropriate authorities to coordinate requests for tissue sampling. Assist with receiving and processing cytology specimens (i.e., gynecological and non gynecological) as needed. Perform accessioning of specimens as needed. Requirements Minimum Requirements: LICENSE: Current certification* as a Pathologists' Assistant from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). Desirable Qualifications: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualification. Internship or shadowing or work experience as a certified Pathology Assistant in an approved Pathology Department. Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Special Requirement Information: *Applicant must include a legible copy of their current certification as a Pathologists' Assistant from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) with your application at the time of filing or email it to the analyst at jsaldana@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days from filing online. Additional Information Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education based upon application information, desirable qualification, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the register of eligible candidates accordingly.The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION: FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Vacancy Information: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Available Shift: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, 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 www.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. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitations letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add jsaldana@dhs.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com , and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless if whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile box, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected . IMPORTANT NOTES: ALL information in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION. We may reject your application at any point during the examination hiring process, including after the appointment has been made. FALSIFICAITON of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION. Utilizing VERBIAGE form the Class Specifications and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements . Provide any relevant education, training, and 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. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. 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. For hours of operations, you may visit their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ . NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Jaquelyne Saldana, Exam Analyst jsaldana@dhs.lacounty.gov (Best way to contact due to telework) (213) 288-7000 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. The provision of accommodation may be subject to verification as allowable with State and Federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential. Disclaimer : The County of Los Angeles is not responsible or in any way liable for any computer hardware or software malfunction which may affect the employment application or the application selection process. You assume all responsibility and risk for the use of this system and the Internet generally. This system and the information provided on it are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. No advice or information given by the County of Los Angeles or its respective employees shall modify the foregoing or create any warranty. The County of Los Angeles expressly disclaims any warranty that the information on this system or on the Internet generally will be uninterruptible or error free or that any information, software or other material accessible from the system is free of viruses or other harmful components. You shall have no recourse against the County of Los Angeles as the system provider for any alleged or actual infringement of any proprietary rights a user may have in anything posted or retrieved on our system. The County of Los Angeles shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of this system or with the delay or inability to use it (or any linked sites), or for any information obtained through this system, or otherwise arising out of the use of this system, the Internet generally or on any other basis. NOTE: Your application is submitted using Secure Encryption to ensure the privacy of all information you transmit over the Internet. By accepting the Use Disclaimer set forth here, you agree to all of the above terms and further agree to use this Online Job Employment Application System only for the submission of bona fide employment applications to the County of Los Angeles. Any other use of this Online Job Employment Application System, including without limitation any copying, downloading, translating, decompiling, or reverse engineering of the system, data, or related software, shall be a violation of the Use Disclaimer. Test Preparation : Study Guides and other resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at https://hr.lacounty.gov /. Additional resources may be listed on the job posting. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Veteran's Credit : In all open competitive examinations, a veteran's credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit. A campaign medal holder or Gulf War veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980 (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty. This also applies to the spouse of such person who, while engaged in such service was wounded, disabled or crippled and thereby permanently prevented from engaging in any remunerative occupation, and also to the widow or widower of any such person who died or was killed while in such service. A DD214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference. Applicants must submit the documentation for each open competitive exam to qualify for veteran's credit. More information available at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-services/vet-guide-for-hr-professionals/ Accreditation Information : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. Also acceptable, if appropriate, are degrees that have been evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). More information available at: http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf and http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_AC E_Resource_Guide.pdf Background Check : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). I f asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Career Planning : Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at https://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/ . Benefit Information : Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a "new member" of the County's defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 : All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the ADA/Personnel Services for Disabled Persons Coordinator. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. The County will attempt to meet reasonable accommodation requests whenever possible. Equal Employment Opportunity : It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Los Angeles County Child Support Compliance Program : In an effort to improve compliance with courtordered child, family and spousal support obligations, certain employment and identification information (i.e., name, address, Social Security number and date of hire) is regularly reported to the State Directory of New Hires which may assist in locating persons who owe these obligations. Family Code Section 17512 permits under certain circumstances for additional employment and identifying information to be requested. Applicants will not be disqualified from employment based on this information. Social Security Act of 2004 : Section 419 (c) of Public Law 108-203, the Social Security Protection Act of 2004, requires State and local government employers to disclose the effect of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset Provision to employees hired on or after January 1, 2005, in jobs not covered by Social Security. The County of Los Angeles does not participate in the Social Security System. All newly hired County of Los Angeles employees must sign a statement (Form SSA1945) prior to the start of employment indicating that they are aware of a possible reduction in their future Social Security benefit entitlement. For more information on Social Security and about each provision, you may visit the website www.socialsecurity.gov , or call toll free 1-800-772- 1213. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778 or contact a local Social Security office. Employment Eligibility Information : Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States. Immigration law provides that all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present original documents to the County, within three (3) business days of hiring, which show satisfactory proof of 1) identity and 2) U.S. employment eligibility. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (Part 2.8 commencing with Section 12900 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code) and the Regulations of the Fair Employment and Housing Commission (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Division 4, Sections 7285.0 through 8504) prohibits employment discrimination based on race or color; religion; national origin or ancestry, physical disability; mental disability or medical condition; marital status; sex or sexual orientation; age, with respect to persons over the age of 40; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. COVID-19 VACCINATION : Some County workforce members may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Successful candidates for those positions/classifications may be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Updated April 2023 Closing Date/Time:

The Position This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 8/18/2023, 9/15/2023, 10/20/2023 (Final) Under general supervision, the Assistant Planner performs analytical planning and environmental work in the administration and development of community and general plans, zoning regulations and environmental documents; explains the planning program, policies, local ordinances and State and Federal regulations to the public. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, policies, and procedures related to urban planning, environmental regulations, and community development Various aspects of human ecological relationships Principles, practices, and techniques of urban and regional planning Principles and practices of governmental planning with particular reference to urbanizing areas Trends and statistics affecting community planning The State Planning, Zoning and Land Use laws, Subdivision Map Act, California Environmental Quality Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and pertinent County ordinances such as the Zoning Code Statistics and graphic presentation techniques Basic principles of urban planning Basic research and statistical methods and procedures Principles, practices and techniques of drafting and graphic design Procedures for gathering land use data Public speaking and presentation techniques Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation Ability to Collect, compile, analyze and interpret data pertaining to planning, environmental, land use and zoning issues Prepare technical and statistical documents Prepare required maps and other graphical material Evaluate statistical data and present facts and conclusions Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with the public, community groups, and other government agencies Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing Make effective presentations and respond to questions from various groups, including boards, committees, and the public Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures Keep accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports Formulate options and make recommendations based on data and information collected Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met Use current technologies, tools and equipment to achieve program goals Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either: 1. Three years of full-time paid experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Planning Technician. Or: 2 . A Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in public administration, ecological studies, environmental planning and management, environmental studies, geography, natural resources, urban or regional planning or other field closely related to the intent of the class. Or: 3. Four years of full-time paid professional experience in environmental, urban and/or regional planning which must have included performing one of the following kinds of planning activities associated with a planning agency: comprehensive, regional, area, or community planning; public infrastructure environmental analysis; plan/proposal review; general plan amendments; CEQA/NEPA document preparation; zoning; land division; housing administration; information services; urban renewal; or planning administration. Note: Related fields above may include archaeology, anthropology, architectural history, biology, botany, business administration, climatology, economics, engineering, geology, historic preservation, hydrology, political science, range management, recreation administration (outdoor resource management), watershed management, and wildlife management. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here (Download PDF reader) or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. General Qualifications Driver's License : A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher is required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Physical Abilities: While most work will be in an office setting, incumbents will occasionally visit sites of proposed development, construction sites, etc. and be required to: Walk and stand for long periods of time. Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: While most work will be in an office setting, incumbents will occasionally visit sites of proposed development, construction sites, etc. and be required to: Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement, very hot and/or cold weather. Work on rough, uneven terrain. Work in loud or noisy areas. Work near vehicular traffic. Work around dirt, dust, fumes and/or odors. Work around machinery and equipment with moving parts. Work in potentially hazardous areas. Background/Criminal History : The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 10/20/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

Examples of Duties This recruitment is being established on behalf of MercedCERA for a n Assistant Plan Administrator. This position is at will and appointed by the MercedCERA Retirement Board while remaining eligible for Merced County benefits. Under administrative direction of the Plan Administrator, assists with the overall management and direction of the Merced County Employees’ Retirement Association (MercedCERA) ensures that strategic direction and internal systems, operations, staff and functions are in accordance with the policies and regulations established by Federal and State statutes, and the Board of Retirement; provides highly complex staff assistance to the Plan Administrator; performs the duties of the Plan Administrator in the Administrator's absence; and performs related duties as required. The Assistant Plan Administrator is a single position senior management class that assists the Plan Administrator to direct the day-to-day functions of the Retirement Department. Successful performance of the work requires a specialized knowledge of the 1937 (California) County Employees Retirement Act, retiree benefit administration, public accounting and investment principles for a 1937 Act system, proven ability to manage a complex organization, and applicable State, Federal and local regulations. Work requires a high degree of technical knowledge, initiative, sound business judgment, and the ability to make sound independent decisions in recommending, implementing, and administering departmental policy procedures. The Assistant Plan Administrator is distinguished from the Retirement Fiscal Manager (Benefits and Fiscal) by the latter's management of retirement benefits services. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Assists the Plan Administrator in managing and directing the operations and functions of the Merced County Employees' Retirement Association; keeps the Plan Administrator apprised of current activities. • Assists in developing department goals and objectives; assists in the development of and implementation of policies and procedures. • Plans, organizes, and directs Retirement Association activities including technological support systems, record retention, retiree benefit administration, fiscal management and customer service functions. • Assists with the preparation and implementation of the MercedCERA budget; participates in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; assists with the administration of the approved budget. • Develops and implements MercedCERA work plan; assigns work activities, projects and programs; monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures. • Recommends the appointment of personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; conducts performance evaluations; implements discipline procedures as required; maintains discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of MercedCERA; assists with the implementation of departmental succession planning. • Monitors and reviews pending and approved legislation, laws and regulations for the impact on MercedCERA operations. • Establishes, implements and monitors internal control processes and procedures. • Acts as an intermediary for the Plan Administrator in highly sensitive and critical matters. • Acts as technical expert to member agencies, employees and retirees; responds to the more complex and sensitive questions; interprets County Employees’ Retirement Law (CERL) provisions to accurately respond to inquiries. • Acts as a project manager for important and critical projects. • Conducts and/or manages a variety of administrative, feasibility, analytical and performance studies related to existing practices, procedures, methods, programs, services; prepares clear and concise study findings and recommendations. • Investigates and analyzes facts and relevant retirement laws and practices; prepares and presents reports and findings and conclusions. • Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, MercedCERA employees, the Retirement Board, member agencies, retirees, and the public. • Represents MercedCERA to outside groups and organizations; participates in outside community and professional groups and committees; provides technical assistance as necessary; makes presentations regarding MercedCERA programs at public meetings, administrative hearings and related functions. Minimum Qualifications Experience: At least six (6) years of management experience above journey level in retirement administration or any of the following; benefits and fiscal management, knowledge of investments, personnel and administrative analysis or accounting, auditing and budgeting. Four (4) years of this experience must have been in a full time supervisory capacity. Education : A graduate degree in Human Resources, Public Administration or Business Administration. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis). Essential Functions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone. • Operate a personal computer and other office equipment, including repetitive hand and arm motions. • Analyze data, interpret policies and laws, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate conclusions. • Meet deadlines under stressful conditions; complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines. • Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to inquiries and complaints. • Establish, implement and achieve goals and objectives; Train, evaluate and supervise managers. • Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations. • Represent MercedCERA; conduct presentations. • Administer a budget, personnel and programs; Assure compliance with funding. • Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception. • Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects. • Frequent use of hand-eye coordination; Normal dexterity, frequent holding and grasping. • Occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds. • Regular attendance is an essential function. KNOWLEDGE OF • Principles and practices of retirement benefit administration, public accounting and investment principles for a 1937 Act system. • Administrative techniques, principles, practices and the problems associated with governmental pension administration. • Principles and practices of legislative review, relations and processes. • Organization, function, and administrative structure of public retirement systems, including the role of the Retirement Board. • Techniques of planning, performing and directing administrative, feasibility, analytical and performance studies. • 1937 (California) County Employees Retirement Act, and other applicable State, Federal and local regulations. • Principles and practices of policy development and implementing. • Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution. • Data analysis and statistical sampling techniques. • Governmental accounting principles and practices, including GASB. • Information systems management. • Principles and practices of business correspondence and report writing. • Budgeting procedures and techniques. • Principles and practices of organizational analysis and management. • Principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management. • Modem office procedures, methods and computer equipment. ABILITY TO • Plan, organize, direct, manage, and coordinate the operations, functions, and programs of a 1937 Act County Pension System. • Set direction and vision for Association. • Provide direction, supervision, training, development, and work evaluation for all staff. • Develop budgets and control expenditures. • Review the work of staff and resolve a variety of complex problems. • Insure proper implementation of legislation, pension system updates, and litigation. • Be responsible for the development, maintenance, and implementation of Association statistics, records, reports and projects. • Coordinate operations, functions, and services with employers or government agencies. • Effectively represent the Merced County Employee Retirement Association in contacts with the public, employers, peers, attorneys, and other government agencies. • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the course of work. • Provide direction and communicate effectively with all levels of staff. • Work cooperatively with the Board of Retirement, Plan Administrator and other managers and vendors to develop agency policy and direction. ALLOWANCES EXPENSE ALLOWANCE $100 per month expense allowance. HOLIDAYS & LEAVES MANAGEMENT LEAVE 96 hours per Fiscal Year (prorated for the time remaining in the fiscal year). VACATION 10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours). Optional annual sell back of a portion of accumulated vacation leave hours (maximum - 40 hours). SICK LEAVE .0462 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 12 days (96 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria. HOLIDAYS Twelve paid holidays annually plus one optional holiday. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE Three (3) regularly scheduled work days or five (5) days if distance traveled over 500 miles one-way. INSURANCE HEALTH INSURANCE Medical Insurance - Merced County offers five Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units. Anthem 200 EPO Anthem 500 EPO Anthem 1500 EPO Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA) Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA) Dental Insurance -Delta Dental Calendar Year Maximums County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s) Vision Insurance - VSP County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s) DISABILITY INSURANCE Management Disability Plan includes a comprehensive Short/Long Term Disability plan paid for by the County. LIFE INSURANCE $80,000 County-paid Management Life Insurance coverage. $5,000 County-paid Life Insurance coverage (Accidental Death and Dismemberment included). Voluntary Term Life and Universal Life Insurance available - premium paid by employee. RETIREMENT DEFERRED COMPENSATION The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable. EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS. MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security.The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; yourpension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount. EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP) Anthem EAP services provides up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services. EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more. THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY. For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Description: Chancellor's Office Statement Join our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of Assistant Vice Chancellor for Chancellor's Office Human Resources . The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year. Salary The anticipated salary hiring range is up to $16,917 per month, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is $9,167 to $29,425 per month. Classification Administrator IV Position Information The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking a Assistant Vice Chancellor for Chancellor's Office Human Resources to be responsible for overseeing, administering and setting the strategic direction of Human Resources operations for the CSU, Office of the Chancellor. The AVC provides strong leadership and directs the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures and programs in the following areas: Labor and Employee Relations, Payroll, Benefits Administration, Workers' Compensation and Employee Leaves, HRIS, Title IX, EEO/Diversity, Labor Relations, Performance Management, Training and Development, Conflict of Interest/Ethics, Employee Appreciation and Recognition, Employee Engagement, Talent Acquisition, Classification & Compensation, Training & Development and Workforce Planning. The AVC also serves as the Title IX Officer and Discrimination, Harassment & Retaliation (DHR) Administrator. The AVC will ensure legal compliance with federal, state and local laws and use industry best practices to create innovative programs and initiatives that support the strategic goals of the Chancellor's Office and the Division of Human Resources. As a trusted advisor, the AVC works with CO leadership (comprised of seven divisions to include the Executive Office, Business and Finance, Academic and Student Affairs, Human Resources, Office of General Counsel, University Relations and Advancement and Audit & Advisory Services) to provide guidance and identify creative HR strategies supporting organizational objectives and division priorities by balancing risk and regulatory compliance with the need for innovation; Assists leadership and management in developing and promoting organizational culture through communications, procedures and programs; Fosters a positive and civil environment that embraces diversity; Provides ongoing strategic counseling, coaching and planning for management and leadership in areas such as performance management, organizational structure, talent acquisition and retention, classification and compensation, succession planning, professional development, conflict resolution, labor and employee relation matters, etc. Responsibilities Under the general direction of the Vice Chancellor for Human Resources , the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Chancellor's Office Human Resources will: -Provide leadership and oversee all the areas in the Chancellor’s Office Human Resources Department. -Develop strategic direction and goals aligned with CO and systemwide HR objectives and priorities. -Develop and manage a strong, knowledgeable and effective team that is respected and trusted. -Provide advice regarding human resource, Title IX, DHR laws, regulations, policies, and report on important human resource related trends and developments. -Serve as the administrator for planning, developing, and evaluating innovative and efficient personnel programs and services to assure compliance with the mission and policies in support of the strategic priorities of the CO, federal, state and local laws. -Designated labor relations representative for the CO; participate in local and systemwide collective bargaining sessions. -Serve as grievance hearing officer and Reconsideration Administrator as appropriate. -Direct and oversee litigation holds and information requests (PRA, IPA, subpoenas, Union IR, etc.). -Designated as the CO Conflict of Interest Filing Officer; oversee, provide advice and guidance regarding filing requirements and ensure positions are properly designated in compliance with FPPC regulations and CSU policy. -Direct and oversee internal and external audits (CalPERS, KPMG, IRS, etc.). -Work closely with Systemwide Labor Relations and the Office of General Counsel to determine strategies and prepare for hearings and arbitrations. -Provide advice and guidance on performance management, including counseling, documentation, formal discipline procedures, performance evaluations and contractual obligations. -Direct and work with Contracts and Procurement with contracts, review requests and determine if requests for independent contractors are appropriate. Provide training and guidance to hiring departments on the use of independent contractors. -Provide direction, advice and partner with departments with regards to Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), campus reimbursements, faculty buyouts, etc. -Identify strategies for improving employee onboarding and employee engagement. -Design and implement appropriate training and skill development programs, analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of these programs and modify programs as needed to meet changing needs and expectations of the CO; Ensure compliance with legally mandated training requirements. -Oversee the performance evaluation and merit increase programs for the CO and ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations. Qualifications This position requires: -Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Psychology or a related field; Master's degree preferred. -Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in a multifunctional human resources environment, including strong leadership and supervisory experience. -Minimum of five or more years of experience in labor and employee relations to include but not limited managing and conducting investigations, administering, interpreting and ensuring compliance with Collective Bargaining Agreements, etc. -Minimum of five or more years of experience in an HR leadership role and working with Executives. -Experience working in higher education and/or the public sector. -Experience administering human resource programs in a unionized environment. -Strong professional background and expertise in all areas of HR management and demonstrated ability to assume responsibility for the administration of multiple comprehensive human resources programs to include but not limited to: Labor and Employee Relations, Performance Management, Conflict of Interest/Ethics, Compensation and Classification, Talent Acquisition and Retention, Workers Compensation and Employee Leaves, Training and Development, etc. -Demonstrated understanding and support of CSU's mission, vision and core values. -Demonstrated ability to exercise independent and mature judgment, maintain objectivity and fairness, and safeguard confidential and sensitive information. -Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills; demonstrated ability to foster, establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with diverse constituencies. -Demonstrated ability to set strategic direction, design and implement effective plans and programs. -Ability to utilize diplomacy in handling sensitive matters; superior skills in collaboration, change management, and consensus building. -Experience working in a politically sensitive environment. -Evidence of creative leadership in developing and evaluating programs and policies related to human resources management. -Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships and to be an effective advocate for sound human resources principles. -Demonstrated working knowledge of and ability to interpret federal and state laws, gender/sex antidiscrimination laws, regulations, guidelines and best practices. -Customer-focused approach, including the ability to be flexible and creative in helping the CO meet its goals within the applicable ethical, legal and policy framework. -Ability to manage an active workload and multiple high priority projects, and to meet project deadlines while ensuring high standards of service. -Demonstrated experience in building consensus among people with divergent opinions and maintaining effective working relationships. -Demonstrated experience in decision-making and conflict management. -Excellent interpersonal communication skills, tact and diplomacy skills and the ability to work collaboratively; strong presentation and facilitation skills. -Ability to develop, implement and articulate complex personnel policies. -Knowledge of the interrelationships between human resource functions. -Ability to clearly communicate ideas and recommendations both orally and in writing. -Ability to gather, assemble, analyze and evaluate facts, evidence, data and other information in order to draw reasonable, logical and fair conclusions, make sound decisions, and create clear and concise reports. -Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, handling multiple priorities and changing business conditions. -Ability to mentor, develop and manage a strong human resource team, and plan, organize and direct the work of others. -Ability to learn, interpret and apply a wide variety of human resources policies and procedures. -Ability to rapidly acquire a thorough knowledge of the organizational and functional structure of the California State University, Office of the Chancellor as it relates to human resource needs; Ability to establish and maintain cooperative consultative working relationships with all levels of executive, management, supervisory and staff personnel, as well as educational, business, community, and cultural leaders and the general public. -Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications -Professional HR Certification (SPHR or SHRM-SCP) preferred. -Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the California State University system policies and collective bargaining agreements. -Knowledge and experience with EEOC, DFEH, Title IX, DHR and ADA. -Demonstrated technical skills including experience with Oracle/PeopleSoft and SharePoint. Application Period Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by September 20, 2023 . Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed. How To Apply Please click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application. Equal Employment Opportunity The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at (562) 951-4070. Title IX Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix E-Verify This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. The CSU Chancellor’s Office is not a sponsoring agency for staff and Management positions (i.e., H1-B VISAS ). COVID19 Vaccination Policy Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor’s Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Mandated Reporter Per CANRA The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Conflict of Interest The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter. CSU Out of State Employment Policy California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. Background The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position. Closing Date/Time: Open until filled