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County of San Mateo Human Resources Department
Administrative Secretary III - Confidential (Departmental Promotional Only)
County of San Mateo, CA Redwood City, CA, United States
Description The Probation Department is looking for a detail orientated and customer focused candidate to fill the Administrative Secretary III-Confidential position from within the Department. The incumbent will have a unique opportunity to provide administrative support to the Juvenile, Institutions, and Administrative Services Divisions, to include administrative support for tasks associated with the Justice Coordinating Council (JJCC) and the Juvenile Delinquency Prevention Commission (JJDPC). The ideal candidate will be organized, work well independently and as part of a team, and have good oral and written communication skills. Due to the confidential nature of the position, which also includes administrative support of internal affairs related investigations, discretion, good judgment, and political acumen are also very essential. The eligible list generated from this recruitment may also be used to fill future Administrative Secretary vacancies in the department. Examples Of Duties Receive and screen visitors and telephone calls; provide factual information which may require the interpretation of policies and procedures; take messages or refer callers to the proper persons. Research and compile a variety of informational materials from sources both inside and outside the office; summarize such information as directed; input or retrieve data and prepare reports using an on-line or personal computer system. Open and sort mail and attach pertinent back-up materials; process outgoing mail as required. Type drafts and a wide variety of finished documents from notes or printed materials; such as meeting minutes and brief instructions and procedures. Initiate specified correspondence independently for signature(s) by appropriate management, supervisory or professional staff; review finished material for completeness, accuracy, formatting, compliance with policies and procedures, and appropriate English usage. Scan, organize and maintain various office files, including personnel and tickler files; purge files as required. Assist with the development and administration of the division budget; may prepare or maintain statistical, fiscal or payroll information; assist with onboarding new staff. Inventory and order office and divisional supplies. Update various departmental documents, rosters, org. charts, and telephone lists. Follow up on projects, transmit information, and keep informed of division activities. Schedule and arrange meetings. Attend meetings involving regular contact with governmental officials, the County Board of Supervisors or Commission members, representatives of businesses or community members, the public and all levels of County personnel to exchange information and explain administrative policy and procedures. May provide lead direction to office support staff; may instruct staff in work procedures and/or review work for format, accuracy and consistency. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is: One year of secretarial experience providing responsible office and administrative support assistance OR three years of general clerical or office support experience. Other Requirement: Specific positions may require skill in taking dictation at a rate of 80 words per minute by hand or stenographic machine and transcribing it accurately. Knowledge of: Standard office administrative and secretarial practices and procedures, including filing and business letter writing. The operation of common office equipment, including a word processor and personal or on-line computer equipment. Policies and procedures related to the division to which assigned. Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary. Business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals. Record keeping principles and practices. Basic supervisory principles and practices. Basic budgeting principles and practices. Skill/Ability to: Provide varied secretarial and office administrative assistance to management, supervisory and professional staff. Organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow up assignments with a minimum of direction. Use tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment with established guidelines. Interpret, apply and explain complex policies and procedures using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Compose correspondence independently or from brief instructions. Organize and maintain accurate records and files. Make arithmetic calculations with speed and accuracy. Operate standard office equipment, including a word processor, personal or on-line computer and multi-line telephone equipment. Direct and train others in work procedures. Some positions may require the ability to type at a rate of 50 words per minute. Application/Examination Departmental Promotional Only. Only current County of San Mateo employees in the Probation Department with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date may apply. A supplemental application questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume or reference to a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and/or the supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification . All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT TIMELINE Final Filing Date: January 19 , 2021, before 11:59 pm Application Screening: January 21, 2021 Civil Service Panel Interviews: February 3, 2021 At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer Analyst: Mandy Singh (01062021) (Administrative Secretary III - E006)
Jan 16, 2021
Full Time
Description The Probation Department is looking for a detail orientated and customer focused candidate to fill the Administrative Secretary III-Confidential position from within the Department. The incumbent will have a unique opportunity to provide administrative support to the Juvenile, Institutions, and Administrative Services Divisions, to include administrative support for tasks associated with the Justice Coordinating Council (JJCC) and the Juvenile Delinquency Prevention Commission (JJDPC). The ideal candidate will be organized, work well independently and as part of a team, and have good oral and written communication skills. Due to the confidential nature of the position, which also includes administrative support of internal affairs related investigations, discretion, good judgment, and political acumen are also very essential. The eligible list generated from this recruitment may also be used to fill future Administrative Secretary vacancies in the department. Examples Of Duties Receive and screen visitors and telephone calls; provide factual information which may require the interpretation of policies and procedures; take messages or refer callers to the proper persons. Research and compile a variety of informational materials from sources both inside and outside the office; summarize such information as directed; input or retrieve data and prepare reports using an on-line or personal computer system. Open and sort mail and attach pertinent back-up materials; process outgoing mail as required. Type drafts and a wide variety of finished documents from notes or printed materials; such as meeting minutes and brief instructions and procedures. Initiate specified correspondence independently for signature(s) by appropriate management, supervisory or professional staff; review finished material for completeness, accuracy, formatting, compliance with policies and procedures, and appropriate English usage. Scan, organize and maintain various office files, including personnel and tickler files; purge files as required. Assist with the development and administration of the division budget; may prepare or maintain statistical, fiscal or payroll information; assist with onboarding new staff. Inventory and order office and divisional supplies. Update various departmental documents, rosters, org. charts, and telephone lists. Follow up on projects, transmit information, and keep informed of division activities. Schedule and arrange meetings. Attend meetings involving regular contact with governmental officials, the County Board of Supervisors or Commission members, representatives of businesses or community members, the public and all levels of County personnel to exchange information and explain administrative policy and procedures. May provide lead direction to office support staff; may instruct staff in work procedures and/or review work for format, accuracy and consistency. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is: One year of secretarial experience providing responsible office and administrative support assistance OR three years of general clerical or office support experience. Other Requirement: Specific positions may require skill in taking dictation at a rate of 80 words per minute by hand or stenographic machine and transcribing it accurately. Knowledge of: Standard office administrative and secretarial practices and procedures, including filing and business letter writing. The operation of common office equipment, including a word processor and personal or on-line computer equipment. Policies and procedures related to the division to which assigned. Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary. Business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals. Record keeping principles and practices. Basic supervisory principles and practices. Basic budgeting principles and practices. Skill/Ability to: Provide varied secretarial and office administrative assistance to management, supervisory and professional staff. Organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow up assignments with a minimum of direction. Use tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment with established guidelines. Interpret, apply and explain complex policies and procedures using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Compose correspondence independently or from brief instructions. Organize and maintain accurate records and files. Make arithmetic calculations with speed and accuracy. Operate standard office equipment, including a word processor, personal or on-line computer and multi-line telephone equipment. Direct and train others in work procedures. Some positions may require the ability to type at a rate of 50 words per minute. Application/Examination Departmental Promotional Only. Only current County of San Mateo employees in the Probation Department with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date may apply. A supplemental application questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume or reference to a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and/or the supplemental questionnaire. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification . All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT TIMELINE Final Filing Date: January 19 , 2021, before 11:59 pm Application Screening: January 21, 2021 Civil Service Panel Interviews: February 3, 2021 At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer Analyst: Mandy Singh (01062021) (Administrative Secretary III - E006)
Monterey County Human Resources
Deputy District Attorney III/IV
Monterey County Human Resources Salinas, California, United States
Position Description Exam #: 21/39D31/01JL Application Filing Deadline: Continuous The Office of the District Attorney seeks talented, ethical, public service-minded attorneys to promote justice and public safety for the people of the County of Monterey and the State of California. The office is an approved MCLE provider and conducts regular in-house training. There are 53 deputy district attorneys. Positions are available in both the Criminal and Civil Divisions. Deputy District Attorney IIIs and IVs manage a high volume of more difficult criminal and civil cases with minimal supervision. Deputy District Attorney IIIs and IVs must perform complex legal research and present complicated factual and legal issues clearly, both orally and in writing. The Criminal Division is in Salinas adjacent to the courthouse and is subdivided into Felony Units, a Misdemeanor Prosecutions Unit and a Juvenile Unit. Some of the specialized positions in the Felony Unit include: Auto insurance fraud, child abuse, disability and healthcare insurance fraud, elder abuse, gangs, prison crime, sexual assault, and workers' compensation insurance fraud. The Civil Division is in Monterey and handles consumer protection, environmental crimes, cannabis enforcement, real estate fraud, asset forfeiture, and weapon forfeiture. The ideal candidate for the Criminal Division is an experienced litigator with a significant number of prior jury trials and who has prior service in a District Attorney's Office, Attorney General's Office, Public Defender's Office, or other criminal defense litigation firm. The ideal candidate for the Civil Division has extensive working knowledge and practical experience with California rules of civil procedure, law and motion, drafting of pleadings and discovery, including complaints, stipulated judgments, injunctions, and investigative subpoenas. Solid negotiation skills are a must. The ideal candidate will also have meaningful experience, whether in the public or private sector, handling cases under Business & Professions Code sections 17200 and 17500. This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority in accordance with the Flexible Staffing Program and Guidelines. The Eligible List established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis. Examples of Duties Prepares and prosecutes cases by presenting opening statements, interrogating and cross-examining witnesses, introducing evidence, making relevant objections, arguing points of law, and presenting closing arguments. Researches questions of law and evidence and applies statutory and decisional case law, along with such other legal treatises as may be required, in the preparation of cases for hearing in court. Attends scheduled court hearings such as arraignments, pretrial hearings and motions, sentencing and probation revocations, and forfeiture proceedings. Prepares legal briefs, motions, memorandums of points and authorities, documents and pleadings. Interviews victims, police officers and witnesses. Determines the nature of follow-up investigations needed for trial or settlement. Marshals, reviews and prepares evidence for presentation in court, mediation or other resolution proceedings. Negotiates the appropriate disposition of cases without going to trial. Evaluates requests for the issuance of criminal or civil complaints; analyzes evidence presented for sufficiency and determines if additional evidence is required. Advises the general public and law enforcement personnel on criminal and other matters affecting the health and safety of consumers. May be assigned to train and/or serve as lead worker over less experienced attorneys. To view the complete job description visit the Monterey County website: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/class-specifications QUALIFICATIONS: Pursuant to Section 6060 of the Business and Professionals Code, current, valid membership in the California State Bar is required by date of hire. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: A combination of experience, education and/or training which substantially demonstrates the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Working Knowledge of: The duties, responsibilities, powers and limitations of the Office of the District Attorney. The ethical standards that apply to prosecutors and attorneys. The methods of legal research and writing. The rules of evidence. Thorough Knowledge of: The principals of criminal and civil law, criminal procedure, and trial practice. Statutory, constitutional and decisional criminal laws of the State of California. Skills and Abilities to: Use a computer. Gather and evaluate complex data and draw logical conclusions; evaluate facts and formulate an effective course of action. Read, interpret and apply the principles contained in statutes, published court decisions and other relevant legal precedent. Orally communicate complex information and concepts to persons of divergent socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds; present persuasive arguments as an advocate in a clear and reasoned manner; and interrogate and cross examine witnesses in a courtroom. Write clearly and concisely. Organize large quantities of complex material in a logical manner for presentation in court. Effectively and logically present evidence in complicated criminal proceedings. Recognize and evaluate approaches to situations of a potentially sensitive nature. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during work. Independently manage increasingly difficult cases under general supervision. Think creatively; develop new methods, procedures or approaches to achieve desired results. Train and review the work of less experienced staff. Additional Information The required conditions of employment include but are not limited to: Successfully complete a thorough background investigation which will include a record of any criminal convictions. Respond to law enforcement requests for assistance when on-duty. Independently manage a heavy caseload, occasionally requiring extra hours of work. Rotate between the Salinas and Monterey offices and courthouses. BENEFITS: Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package. To view the "Unit E - Deputy District Attorneys" Benefit Summary Sheet, please visit our website. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. NOTES: Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURES Apply On-Line! Our website: www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel Applications may also be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County, Human Resources Department Attn: Jovany Luna, Human Resources Analyst 168 W. Alisal Street, 3rd Floor Salinas, CA 93901 Email: LunaCorreaJ@co.monterey.ca.us | Phone: 831-755-5395 To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre- examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions Resume Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the examination process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County provides reasonable accommodations for the disabled. If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Human Resources Analyst at (831) 755-5395. Closing Date/Time:
Jan 16, 2021
Full Time
Position Description Exam #: 21/39D31/01JL Application Filing Deadline: Continuous The Office of the District Attorney seeks talented, ethical, public service-minded attorneys to promote justice and public safety for the people of the County of Monterey and the State of California. The office is an approved MCLE provider and conducts regular in-house training. There are 53 deputy district attorneys. Positions are available in both the Criminal and Civil Divisions. Deputy District Attorney IIIs and IVs manage a high volume of more difficult criminal and civil cases with minimal supervision. Deputy District Attorney IIIs and IVs must perform complex legal research and present complicated factual and legal issues clearly, both orally and in writing. The Criminal Division is in Salinas adjacent to the courthouse and is subdivided into Felony Units, a Misdemeanor Prosecutions Unit and a Juvenile Unit. Some of the specialized positions in the Felony Unit include: Auto insurance fraud, child abuse, disability and healthcare insurance fraud, elder abuse, gangs, prison crime, sexual assault, and workers' compensation insurance fraud. The Civil Division is in Monterey and handles consumer protection, environmental crimes, cannabis enforcement, real estate fraud, asset forfeiture, and weapon forfeiture. The ideal candidate for the Criminal Division is an experienced litigator with a significant number of prior jury trials and who has prior service in a District Attorney's Office, Attorney General's Office, Public Defender's Office, or other criminal defense litigation firm. The ideal candidate for the Civil Division has extensive working knowledge and practical experience with California rules of civil procedure, law and motion, drafting of pleadings and discovery, including complaints, stipulated judgments, injunctions, and investigative subpoenas. Solid negotiation skills are a must. The ideal candidate will also have meaningful experience, whether in the public or private sector, handling cases under Business & Professions Code sections 17200 and 17500. This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority in accordance with the Flexible Staffing Program and Guidelines. The Eligible List established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis. Examples of Duties Prepares and prosecutes cases by presenting opening statements, interrogating and cross-examining witnesses, introducing evidence, making relevant objections, arguing points of law, and presenting closing arguments. Researches questions of law and evidence and applies statutory and decisional case law, along with such other legal treatises as may be required, in the preparation of cases for hearing in court. Attends scheduled court hearings such as arraignments, pretrial hearings and motions, sentencing and probation revocations, and forfeiture proceedings. Prepares legal briefs, motions, memorandums of points and authorities, documents and pleadings. Interviews victims, police officers and witnesses. Determines the nature of follow-up investigations needed for trial or settlement. Marshals, reviews and prepares evidence for presentation in court, mediation or other resolution proceedings. Negotiates the appropriate disposition of cases without going to trial. Evaluates requests for the issuance of criminal or civil complaints; analyzes evidence presented for sufficiency and determines if additional evidence is required. Advises the general public and law enforcement personnel on criminal and other matters affecting the health and safety of consumers. May be assigned to train and/or serve as lead worker over less experienced attorneys. To view the complete job description visit the Monterey County website: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/class-specifications QUALIFICATIONS: Pursuant to Section 6060 of the Business and Professionals Code, current, valid membership in the California State Bar is required by date of hire. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: A combination of experience, education and/or training which substantially demonstrates the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Working Knowledge of: The duties, responsibilities, powers and limitations of the Office of the District Attorney. The ethical standards that apply to prosecutors and attorneys. The methods of legal research and writing. The rules of evidence. Thorough Knowledge of: The principals of criminal and civil law, criminal procedure, and trial practice. Statutory, constitutional and decisional criminal laws of the State of California. Skills and Abilities to: Use a computer. Gather and evaluate complex data and draw logical conclusions; evaluate facts and formulate an effective course of action. Read, interpret and apply the principles contained in statutes, published court decisions and other relevant legal precedent. Orally communicate complex information and concepts to persons of divergent socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds; present persuasive arguments as an advocate in a clear and reasoned manner; and interrogate and cross examine witnesses in a courtroom. Write clearly and concisely. Organize large quantities of complex material in a logical manner for presentation in court. Effectively and logically present evidence in complicated criminal proceedings. Recognize and evaluate approaches to situations of a potentially sensitive nature. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during work. Independently manage increasingly difficult cases under general supervision. Think creatively; develop new methods, procedures or approaches to achieve desired results. Train and review the work of less experienced staff. Additional Information The required conditions of employment include but are not limited to: Successfully complete a thorough background investigation which will include a record of any criminal convictions. Respond to law enforcement requests for assistance when on-duty. Independently manage a heavy caseload, occasionally requiring extra hours of work. Rotate between the Salinas and Monterey offices and courthouses. BENEFITS: Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package. To view the "Unit E - Deputy District Attorneys" Benefit Summary Sheet, please visit our website. This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. NOTES: Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURES Apply On-Line! Our website: www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel Applications may also be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County, Human Resources Department Attn: Jovany Luna, Human Resources Analyst 168 W. Alisal Street, 3rd Floor Salinas, CA 93901 Email: LunaCorreaJ@co.monterey.ca.us | Phone: 831-755-5395 To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre- examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include: A completed County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions Resume Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the examination process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County provides reasonable accommodations for the disabled. If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Human Resources Analyst at (831) 755-5395. Closing Date/Time:
County of Sonoma
Civil Keeper - Extra-Help
Sonoma County, CA Santa Rosa, CA, United States
Position Information The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office seeks a qualifiedprofessionalfor anextra-help, Civil Keeper position. A Civil Keeper is employed on an as-needed basis by the Sheriff's Office to assist in the enforcement of writs by maintaining physical custody and control of all property under levy. A Keeper is not a peace officer and does not have the authority or responsibilities of a peace officer. A Civil Keeper acts as a Sheriff's Office representative by securing and maintaining property under levy. This type of levy is commonly referred to as a Keeper Levy, and is most often used in retail type businesses that maintain a cash register and conduct over-the-counter sales. During the Keeper Levy period, the business operates as usual while the Keeper seizes incoming cash and checks from the sale of merchandise. The Keeper prevents the removal of any stock or equipment unless paid for in full. The Keeper also prepares a detailed written inventory of all the property found at the premises. Once installed on a job, the Civil Keeper may not leave the premises until relieved. The primary duty of a Keeper is to safeguard the property under levy which has been entrusted to his/her care. Sections 488.090 and 687.030 of the Code of Civil Procedures and Section 26726 of the Government code authorizes the Sheriff to install such Keepers as needed to discharge the duties of his office. Note: This position is paid for by the plaintiff through fees collected by the Sheriff's Office.The Keeper classification is hired as an extra-help position. According to Government Code 26726, the current fees paid to a Civil Keeper are: $140.00 for up to an 8 hour shift $300.00 for an 8 - 12 hour shift $60.00 for not-found returns The Civil Keeper is required to perform the following duties: Maintain physical custody and control of all property under levy, including all cash, stock-in-trade, inventory, fixtures and equipment on the premises Establish and maintain control of the "bank" Count and "receipt" money on hand Make change from the "bank" during the normal course of business Collect and "receipt" for any payments made during the levy Maintain control of the keys to the business Make a detailed inventory of all properties under levy Use of Sheriff's Office radios Act as the Sheriff's Office representative in a neutral, impartial and firm manner in maintaining and securing of property Record arrival and departure times and document conditions met on assignment, particularly any problems that may later result in a complaint by any party to the action in a Keeper's log Secure cash register and monitor its contents to prevent money from being removed EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYMENT Extra-help employees relieve or augment permanent staff. Intermittent, extra-help employees are not in the classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. In addition, they do not receive most regular employee benefits such as: long-term disability insurance coverage; accrual of vacation; participation in the County retirement program; or eligibility to take promotional examinations. Intermittent, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of 1,380 hours within any twelve month consecutive period. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for aCounty contribution toward medical coverage. The Civil Service Title for this position is Keeper. This employment list may also be used to fill future extra-help positions as they occur during the active status of this list. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience which would provide an opportunity to obtain the required knowledge and ability. Normally, some experience in law enforcement, or related field, which includes experience working with the public. License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License at an appropriate level to perform the duties of the position and a good driving record. Background Requirement: Incumbents shall not have been convicted of a felony in this state or any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, or of any offense in any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, which would have been a felony if committed in this state, nor be under current formal probation supervision. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to: follow oral and written instructions; work during weekdays, weekends, holidays, and irregular hours; maintain courteous and professional relationships with county staff, the public and business owners; work effectively with irate people in a hostile work environment; tactfully enforce rules, regulations, laws and ordinances; keep simple cash records and inventory logs. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Extra Help & Continuous Selection Procedure Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Jobwith the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the application, examination, and department selection processes. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal (pass/not pass) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's combination of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position to ensure satisfaction of the minimum qualifications for this position.Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the position will be placed on an extra-help employment list and referred to the department. The department may contact candidates from the employment list who possess the most appropriate job-related qualifications for further consideration. BACKGROUND PROCESS Being part of the Sheriff's Office and being expected to keep the public safe requires a thorough background investigation process. This process includes an assessment of prior work history, verifying educational experiences, court reports, public records searches, understanding past patterns relating to drug usage, financial patterns, etc. This entails gathering a significant amount of information from job candidates and speaking to former employers, friends, family members, etc. Polygraphs, drug tests, and medical and physical examinations are also part of this process. Candidates must be honest and forthcoming about information that may arise during the background process. Deception during any portion of this process is grounds for disqualification, even after employment. This process can take anywhere from 3-5 months. Many factors are taken into consideration and one should not assume a credit issue or prior drug use is automatically disqualifying. Candidates will be given the opportunity to present mitigating information they feel should be considered. You are encouraged to be as responsive as possible while this process is taking place to help expedite the timeline, and we encourage you to stay patient and interested in this great career opportunity while this process is taking place. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. Please read the Sheriff's Office Pre-Employment Drug Use Guidelines for further information. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted on-line at: www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people.Please view the County's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for further information. HR Analyst: MN HR Technician: RR
Dec 27, 2020
Variable Shift
Position Information The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office seeks a qualifiedprofessionalfor anextra-help, Civil Keeper position. A Civil Keeper is employed on an as-needed basis by the Sheriff's Office to assist in the enforcement of writs by maintaining physical custody and control of all property under levy. A Keeper is not a peace officer and does not have the authority or responsibilities of a peace officer. A Civil Keeper acts as a Sheriff's Office representative by securing and maintaining property under levy. This type of levy is commonly referred to as a Keeper Levy, and is most often used in retail type businesses that maintain a cash register and conduct over-the-counter sales. During the Keeper Levy period, the business operates as usual while the Keeper seizes incoming cash and checks from the sale of merchandise. The Keeper prevents the removal of any stock or equipment unless paid for in full. The Keeper also prepares a detailed written inventory of all the property found at the premises. Once installed on a job, the Civil Keeper may not leave the premises until relieved. The primary duty of a Keeper is to safeguard the property under levy which has been entrusted to his/her care. Sections 488.090 and 687.030 of the Code of Civil Procedures and Section 26726 of the Government code authorizes the Sheriff to install such Keepers as needed to discharge the duties of his office. Note: This position is paid for by the plaintiff through fees collected by the Sheriff's Office.The Keeper classification is hired as an extra-help position. According to Government Code 26726, the current fees paid to a Civil Keeper are: $140.00 for up to an 8 hour shift $300.00 for an 8 - 12 hour shift $60.00 for not-found returns The Civil Keeper is required to perform the following duties: Maintain physical custody and control of all property under levy, including all cash, stock-in-trade, inventory, fixtures and equipment on the premises Establish and maintain control of the "bank" Count and "receipt" money on hand Make change from the "bank" during the normal course of business Collect and "receipt" for any payments made during the levy Maintain control of the keys to the business Make a detailed inventory of all properties under levy Use of Sheriff's Office radios Act as the Sheriff's Office representative in a neutral, impartial and firm manner in maintaining and securing of property Record arrival and departure times and document conditions met on assignment, particularly any problems that may later result in a complaint by any party to the action in a Keeper's log Secure cash register and monitor its contents to prevent money from being removed EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYMENT Extra-help employees relieve or augment permanent staff. Intermittent, extra-help employees are not in the classified civil service and do not have property rights to permanently allocated positions. In addition, they do not receive most regular employee benefits such as: long-term disability insurance coverage; accrual of vacation; participation in the County retirement program; or eligibility to take promotional examinations. Intermittent, extra-help employees are limited in their employment to a maximum of 1,380 hours within any twelve month consecutive period. Extra-help employees who meet the eligibility requirements may qualify for aCounty contribution toward medical coverage. The Civil Service Title for this position is Keeper. This employment list may also be used to fill future extra-help positions as they occur during the active status of this list. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience which would provide an opportunity to obtain the required knowledge and ability. Normally, some experience in law enforcement, or related field, which includes experience working with the public. License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License at an appropriate level to perform the duties of the position and a good driving record. Background Requirement: Incumbents shall not have been convicted of a felony in this state or any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, or of any offense in any other state or in any federal jurisdiction, which would have been a felony if committed in this state, nor be under current formal probation supervision. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to: follow oral and written instructions; work during weekdays, weekends, holidays, and irregular hours; maintain courteous and professional relationships with county staff, the public and business owners; work effectively with irate people in a hostile work environment; tactfully enforce rules, regulations, laws and ordinances; keep simple cash records and inventory logs. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Extra Help & Continuous Selection Procedure Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Jobwith the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the application, examination, and department selection processes. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal (pass/not pass) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's combination of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position to ensure satisfaction of the minimum qualifications for this position.Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications for the position will be placed on an extra-help employment list and referred to the department. The department may contact candidates from the employment list who possess the most appropriate job-related qualifications for further consideration. BACKGROUND PROCESS Being part of the Sheriff's Office and being expected to keep the public safe requires a thorough background investigation process. This process includes an assessment of prior work history, verifying educational experiences, court reports, public records searches, understanding past patterns relating to drug usage, financial patterns, etc. This entails gathering a significant amount of information from job candidates and speaking to former employers, friends, family members, etc. Polygraphs, drug tests, and medical and physical examinations are also part of this process. Candidates must be honest and forthcoming about information that may arise during the background process. Deception during any portion of this process is grounds for disqualification, even after employment. This process can take anywhere from 3-5 months. Many factors are taken into consideration and one should not assume a credit issue or prior drug use is automatically disqualifying. Candidates will be given the opportunity to present mitigating information they feel should be considered. You are encouraged to be as responsive as possible while this process is taking place to help expedite the timeline, and we encourage you to stay patient and interested in this great career opportunity while this process is taking place. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. Please read the Sheriff's Office Pre-Employment Drug Use Guidelines for further information. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted on-line at: www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people.Please view the County's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for further information. HR Analyst: MN HR Technician: RR

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