City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
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
Sep 13, 2023
Full Time
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
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 9/1/2010 Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5051F TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION AND INFORMATION REGARDING MANPOWER SHORTAGE RANGE. PERSONS WHO HAVE APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IF THEY WISH. THE INFORMATION MUST CONTAIN THE CORRECT EXAM NUMBER AND NAME. COVID-19 VACCINATION MANDATE: All County 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. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest health system in the nation, providing compassionate, quality care through its integrated system of 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, and community-based clinics. DHS annually cares for about 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff and has an annual operating budget of $6.9 billion. DHS leads the county's effort to provide health services to the resident of Los Angeles County, of which approximately two million are uninsured. DHS hospitals also conduct post-graduate medical education through university affiliations for interns, residents and fellows to train the physician workforce for tomorrow. THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Provides administrative supervision of a group of Physician Assistants who perform medical examinations, procedures, and treatments under the technical supervision of physicians. Essential Job Functions Serves as first line administrative supervisor for a group of Physician Assistants under the technical direction of a physician. Prepares performance evaluations for the Physician Assistant staff. Makes recommendations on hiring, promotions, transfers, work improvement, and discharge. Resolves problems of employee grievances and discipline and/or makes recommendation regarding unresolved problems. Plans and conducts staff meetings. Reviews the quality of completed and in-progress assignments and implements corrective measures where necessary. Develops and revises proposed Physician Assistant programs based on changes in needs, review of patient records, and review of professional literature. Assists in supervising and evaluating clinical performance of the Physician Assistants assigned to the area of specialty. Serves as a resource person to the Physician Assistant regarding unusual or difficult cases and demonstrates appropriate evaluation and treatment procedures. Assists in the clinical training of students, orientation of allied health team, and provides for staff development through in-service training and arrangement for attendance at special conferences, seminars, or college education courses. Provides technical guidance to students by instructing, training, and evaluating them in developing methods and procedures for assigned areas. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two years of experience as a Physician Assistant* in the applicable specialty role: Physician Assistant, Emergency Care Physician Assistant, Primary Care Physician Assistant, Women's Health Care Physician Assistant, Orthopedics Physician Assistant, Surgery LICENSE: A valid license to practice as a Physician Assistant issued by the Physician Assistant Committee of the Medical Board of California. CERTIFICATE(S) REQUIRED: A certification with National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Basic Life Support Certificate -OR- Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate -AND- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certificate issued by an approved provider. PHYSICAL CLASS III: Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION: *Experience as a Physician Assistant in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: under the supervision of a physician, performs medical examinations, selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks and other special procedures to assist in the delivery of medical services to patients. Applicants must include a legible photocopy of the license to practice as a Physician Assistant, certification with National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistant, Basic Life Support Certificate -OR- Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate, and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certificate issued by an approved provider to the application at the time of filing or email the analyst within 15 calendar days of filing online. The required license and certificates MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license and certificates will NOT be accepted. In order to receive credit for the Master's degree under the Desirable Qualifications, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application a t the time of filing or email the analyst within 15 calendar days of filing online. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree from an accredited university in Public Health Science, Biology, Human Anatomy, Physiology or a closely related field. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added on the eligible list. 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 grade 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 resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . 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. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the 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 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you may email the analyst at mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. 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 applications 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. DEPARTMENT CONTACT Christina Tadeo, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov (Best way to contact) ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1. Completing Your Application : a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation. 2. Requirements on Job Posting : a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual over age 40. c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable. 3. Application Deadline : All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed. 4. Change of Name or Address : To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile on www.governmentjobs.com and make the necessary change. This can be done at any time. 5. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy : a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation may be subject to verification as allowable with State and Federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential. 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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:
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 9/1/2010 Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5051F TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity REBULLETIN INFORMATION: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION AND INFORMATION REGARDING MANPOWER SHORTAGE RANGE. PERSONS WHO HAVE APPLIED WITHIN THE LAST 12 MONTHS NEED NOT REAPPLY, BUT MAY SUBMIT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IF THEY WISH. THE INFORMATION MUST CONTAIN THE CORRECT EXAM NUMBER AND NAME. COVID-19 VACCINATION MANDATE: All County 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. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest health system in the nation, providing compassionate, quality care through its integrated system of 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, and community-based clinics. DHS annually cares for about 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff and has an annual operating budget of $6.9 billion. DHS leads the county's effort to provide health services to the resident of Los Angeles County, of which approximately two million are uninsured. DHS hospitals also conduct post-graduate medical education through university affiliations for interns, residents and fellows to train the physician workforce for tomorrow. THE MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Provides administrative supervision of a group of Physician Assistants who perform medical examinations, procedures, and treatments under the technical supervision of physicians. Essential Job Functions Serves as first line administrative supervisor for a group of Physician Assistants under the technical direction of a physician. Prepares performance evaluations for the Physician Assistant staff. Makes recommendations on hiring, promotions, transfers, work improvement, and discharge. Resolves problems of employee grievances and discipline and/or makes recommendation regarding unresolved problems. Plans and conducts staff meetings. Reviews the quality of completed and in-progress assignments and implements corrective measures where necessary. Develops and revises proposed Physician Assistant programs based on changes in needs, review of patient records, and review of professional literature. Assists in supervising and evaluating clinical performance of the Physician Assistants assigned to the area of specialty. Serves as a resource person to the Physician Assistant regarding unusual or difficult cases and demonstrates appropriate evaluation and treatment procedures. Assists in the clinical training of students, orientation of allied health team, and provides for staff development through in-service training and arrangement for attendance at special conferences, seminars, or college education courses. Provides technical guidance to students by instructing, training, and evaluating them in developing methods and procedures for assigned areas. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two years of experience as a Physician Assistant* in the applicable specialty role: Physician Assistant, Emergency Care Physician Assistant, Primary Care Physician Assistant, Women's Health Care Physician Assistant, Orthopedics Physician Assistant, Surgery LICENSE: A valid license to practice as a Physician Assistant issued by the Physician Assistant Committee of the Medical Board of California. CERTIFICATE(S) REQUIRED: A certification with National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Basic Life Support Certificate -OR- Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate -AND- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certificate issued by an approved provider. PHYSICAL CLASS III: Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION: *Experience as a Physician Assistant in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: under the supervision of a physician, performs medical examinations, selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks and other special procedures to assist in the delivery of medical services to patients. Applicants must include a legible photocopy of the license to practice as a Physician Assistant, certification with National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistant, Basic Life Support Certificate -OR- Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate, and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certificate issued by an approved provider to the application at the time of filing or email the analyst within 15 calendar days of filing online. The required license and certificates MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license and certificates will NOT be accepted. In order to receive credit for the Master's degree under the Desirable Qualifications, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application a t the time of filing or email the analyst within 15 calendar days of filing online. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree from an accredited university in Public Health Science, Biology, Human Anatomy, Physiology or a closely related field. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information and desirable qualifications 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added on the eligible list. 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 grade 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 resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using the website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . 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. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the 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 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you may email the analyst at mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. 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 applications 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. DEPARTMENT CONTACT Christina Tadeo, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 mtadeo3@dhs.lacounty.gov (Best way to contact) ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-6365 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1. Completing Your Application : a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation. 2. Requirements on Job Posting : a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual over age 40. c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable. 3. Application Deadline : All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed. 4. Change of Name or Address : To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile on www.governmentjobs.com and make the necessary change. This can be done at any time. 5. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy : a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation may be subject to verification as allowable with State and Federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential. 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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:
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Midland, TX, United States
Position Description Serves as the principal clerical and administrative support position to an administrative officer. Responsible for complex administrative support or technical program assistance work. Work is performed under general supervision from the administrator. Direct supervision of subordinate personnel may be included in the job responsibilities. Major/Essential Functions This essential team member will collaborate with other members of the clinical team in order to ensure PA students are ready for their clinical rotations. Works with students and clinical sites in order to ensure the successful completion of all documentation and other requirements requested by clinical sites. Collaborates with hospital points of contact to ensure student hospital clearance. Develops and maintains clinical preceptor and site records consistent with university, program, and accreditation standards. Ensures successful completion of affiliation agreements with TTUHSC contracting office. Responsible for coordination of End of Rotation activities. Assist with preparing outreach materials for current and potential preceptors/sites. Participate in execution of program special events and activities. Works with other staff to answer phones and greet visitors and students. Maintains appropriate and timely communication related to clinical education with both sites and students. Supports DOCE, Program Director, and other faculty on clinical team tasks and special projects/reports. Assist in overflow work Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in clerical/administrative area. Two years progressively responsible administrative or related experience, including one-year supervisory experience. Additional job related experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis. Working knowledge of Microsoft word, excel, & outlook Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Jeanne Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx .
Sep 14, 2023
Position Description Serves as the principal clerical and administrative support position to an administrative officer. Responsible for complex administrative support or technical program assistance work. Work is performed under general supervision from the administrator. Direct supervision of subordinate personnel may be included in the job responsibilities. Major/Essential Functions This essential team member will collaborate with other members of the clinical team in order to ensure PA students are ready for their clinical rotations. Works with students and clinical sites in order to ensure the successful completion of all documentation and other requirements requested by clinical sites. Collaborates with hospital points of contact to ensure student hospital clearance. Develops and maintains clinical preceptor and site records consistent with university, program, and accreditation standards. Ensures successful completion of affiliation agreements with TTUHSC contracting office. Responsible for coordination of End of Rotation activities. Assist with preparing outreach materials for current and potential preceptors/sites. Participate in execution of program special events and activities. Works with other staff to answer phones and greet visitors and students. Maintains appropriate and timely communication related to clinical education with both sites and students. Supports DOCE, Program Director, and other faculty on clinical team tasks and special projects/reports. Assist in overflow work Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in clerical/administrative area. Two years progressively responsible administrative or related experience, including one-year supervisory experience. Additional job related experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis. Working knowledge of Microsoft word, excel, & outlook Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Jeanne Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx .
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX, United States
Position Description Recognized as a "Great College to Work For - Honor Roll," TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Ready for a rewarding career where you can develop and grow? Join us as we change the future of health care. Values-Based Culture Carnegie Classification Hispanic-Serving Institution Serves as the principal clerical and administrative support position to an administrative officer. This title is restricted for use in the office of a Dean, Associate Vice Chancellor/Associate Vice President, Vice Provost, or an administrative officer reporting directly to the Chancellor/President. Performs responsible and complex administrative support or technical program assistance work. Work is performed under general supervision from the administrator. Direct supervision of subordinate personnel may be included in the job responsibilities. Major/Essential Functions Assists the Executive Associate and Executive Chief of Staff with special projects and initiatives of the President’s Office in support of the day-to-day operations of the President’s Office. Drafts correspondence, reports, and memoranda for the President’s Office. Identifies issues or problems associated with administrative matters within the office and researches solutions within specific areas. Fields and handles requests and inquiries from stakeholders for the President’s Office. Supports general clerical responsibilities for the President’s Office including processing travel, expense reports, answering phones, processing incoming and outgoing mail, and other needs as may be identified by the Executive Associate and Executive Chief of Staff. Drafts letters and messages on behalf of members of the President’s Office, including memoranda, letters, emails, agendas, reports, briefing papers, and executive summaries. Supports communication functions, including presentations, talking points, memoranda and letters, for the President and President’s Office. Assists the Executive Associate and Executive Chief of Staff with the management and day-to-day operations of the President’s Office. Serves as an office resource for management and use of the President’s Office phone system. Works with team members and understands technology resources to ensure successful facilitation of meetings and maintains department inventory for the Office of the President. Supports the management of front desk for general clerical duties, such as, answering department telephone in a professional manner and providing excellent customer service; greeting all students, visitors, constituents, and other stakeholders in a friendly and helpful manner; problem-solving complaints and issues; taking and responding to messages as appropriate; and processes outgoing mail, and sorts and delivers incoming mail. Assists the Executive Associate with a variety of logistics relating to organizing and facilitating meetings, conferences, and events. Assists with coordinating calendar for the office and arranges appropriate appointments in coordination with other executives at TTUHSC. Prepares documents in a timely manner, records incoming and outgoing communications, and maintains accurate records for the Office of the President. Keep up to date with job related training, such as tech buy, p-card, and travel guidance. Assists with purchasing, travel arrangement and reimbursement processing, reconciliation of procurement card transactions, and maintenance of related reports. Occasional Duties As assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in clerical/administrative area. Two years progressively responsible administrative or related experience, including one-year supervisory experience. Additional job related experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Qualifications Three (3) years experience in an executive office setting. Experience with TTUHSC systems, processes, and operating policies; including relating to purchasing and travel. Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Jeanne Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website .
Sep 13, 2023
Position Description Recognized as a "Great College to Work For - Honor Roll," TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Ready for a rewarding career where you can develop and grow? Join us as we change the future of health care. Values-Based Culture Carnegie Classification Hispanic-Serving Institution Serves as the principal clerical and administrative support position to an administrative officer. This title is restricted for use in the office of a Dean, Associate Vice Chancellor/Associate Vice President, Vice Provost, or an administrative officer reporting directly to the Chancellor/President. Performs responsible and complex administrative support or technical program assistance work. Work is performed under general supervision from the administrator. Direct supervision of subordinate personnel may be included in the job responsibilities. Major/Essential Functions Assists the Executive Associate and Executive Chief of Staff with special projects and initiatives of the President’s Office in support of the day-to-day operations of the President’s Office. Drafts correspondence, reports, and memoranda for the President’s Office. Identifies issues or problems associated with administrative matters within the office and researches solutions within specific areas. Fields and handles requests and inquiries from stakeholders for the President’s Office. Supports general clerical responsibilities for the President’s Office including processing travel, expense reports, answering phones, processing incoming and outgoing mail, and other needs as may be identified by the Executive Associate and Executive Chief of Staff. Drafts letters and messages on behalf of members of the President’s Office, including memoranda, letters, emails, agendas, reports, briefing papers, and executive summaries. Supports communication functions, including presentations, talking points, memoranda and letters, for the President and President’s Office. Assists the Executive Associate and Executive Chief of Staff with the management and day-to-day operations of the President’s Office. Serves as an office resource for management and use of the President’s Office phone system. Works with team members and understands technology resources to ensure successful facilitation of meetings and maintains department inventory for the Office of the President. Supports the management of front desk for general clerical duties, such as, answering department telephone in a professional manner and providing excellent customer service; greeting all students, visitors, constituents, and other stakeholders in a friendly and helpful manner; problem-solving complaints and issues; taking and responding to messages as appropriate; and processes outgoing mail, and sorts and delivers incoming mail. Assists the Executive Associate with a variety of logistics relating to organizing and facilitating meetings, conferences, and events. Assists with coordinating calendar for the office and arranges appropriate appointments in coordination with other executives at TTUHSC. Prepares documents in a timely manner, records incoming and outgoing communications, and maintains accurate records for the Office of the President. Keep up to date with job related training, such as tech buy, p-card, and travel guidance. Assists with purchasing, travel arrangement and reimbursement processing, reconciliation of procurement card transactions, and maintenance of related reports. Occasional Duties As assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in clerical/administrative area. Two years progressively responsible administrative or related experience, including one-year supervisory experience. Additional job related experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis. Preferred Qualifications Three (3) years experience in an executive office setting. Experience with TTUHSC systems, processes, and operating policies; including relating to purchasing and travel. Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage. EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Jeanne Clery Act The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website .
California State University (CSU) Chancellor's Office
401 Golden Shore, Long Beach, CA 90802, USA
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, Professional and Continuing Education (AVC, PaCE) . 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 $17,917 per month, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is $9,167 to $24,425 per month. Classification Administrator IV Position Information The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking an Assistant Vice Chancellor, Professional and Continuing Education . This position is a systemwide innovator who can help CSU campuses build programs that enable students who are not normally served by the “traditional” higher education marketplace to flourish in the California State University. This includes both credit and non-credit programs with specific attention to the delivery of high-quality fully-online and hybrid education. The AVC also supports strategic planning on behalf of professional and continuing education programs in furthering the mission of the CSU. The AVC advocates for the broader strategies of the CSU, which include building strategic partnerships that help Californians (and others) earn valuable degrees while also responding to the market demands of California’s various corporate and nonprofit interests. In addition, the AVC supports the infrastructure necessary for system-level consistency while also supporting a diversity of approaches for meeting the various demands of professional and continuing education in California. As an advocate for these programs and students, the AVC is responsible for supporting the creativity located on the campuses of the CSU. The AVC also oversees the Professional and Continuing Education department within the Office of the Chancellor and is the key leadership partner for the Commission on Continuing and Professional Education (CPaCE), online education strategy, external workforce development groups, career training and professional development. Responsibilities Under the general direction of the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic and Student Affairs , the responsibilities of the Assistant Vice Chancellor, Professional and Continuing Education include: Systemwide leadership, support, and management of continuing and professional education initiatives -Provide system-level leadership in the area of continuing and professional education while delivering a strong and clear vision for continuing, and professional and online education in the CSU. -Serve as the key liaison and thought partner to CSU campus deans and associate vice presidents of continuing and professional education on the campuses, establishing a leadership ethos amongst that group to help support wider systemic change. -Lead forward-thinking conversations and vision around the delivery of responsive programs based in online and hybrid modalities that can help both undergraduate and graduate students complete a CSU degree. -Be an advocate for campus initiatives at the system office while also being a strong partner to colleagues within and beyond Academic and Student Affairs in the CSU. -Be a leader in student success in line with the system’s broader GI 2025 goals. -Provide leadership and advice on system professional and continuing education activities. -Provide strategic planning, advocacy, and communication on behalf of self-supporting activities in furthering the mission of the CSU, -Stimulate activity for credit and non-credit programs and courses, online education, workforce development, career training, and professional development. -Explain and advocate for the viewpoints and interests of extended/continuing education in systemwide policy development and strategic planning; identify obstacles to mission in current policies and propose adjustments and reforms as needed. -Provide strategic communication for self-support and extended/continuing education with CSU leadership groups including presidents, provosts, statewide faculty senate, and chancellor's office units, and other internal and external constituents. Build and maintain infrastructure support -Build and maintain an infrastructure that supports campus-based programming and helps scale innovation and effective strategies across the CSU. -Serve as a consulting partner to system constituents by developing and delivering support services that promotes growth and development of campus PaCE initiatives. -Create and maintain a culture of rapid response to industry needs by enabling innovative programs to move forward quickly, while also recognizing the complex environment of oversight in which the CSU operates. -Cultivate relationships and partnerships with federal, state, and regional groups involved in economic and workforce development and distance learning. Represent the CSU by serving on state and regional workforce groups. -Provide guidance and mentorship to deans. -Provide leadership in facilitating collaboration among campuses in areas of strategic importance. -Cultivate large employer partnerships to connect campus resources with employer needs. Senior administrative oversight of PaCE functions -Work with the systemwide Academic and Student Affairs Leadership team to develop key strategies and processes that enable effective PaCE programs. -Plan and executive system-wide PaCE leadership meetings, including the Commission on PaCE (CPaCE), system counterpart meetings, and other meetings and events related to extended education and/or workforce development. -Oversight of and administrative support related to the Commission on Professional and Continuing Education. -Provide senior administrative leadership to and oversight of PaCE and CPaCE staff. -Provide advice to campus leaders, the Commission on Professional and Continuing Education, Chancellor's Office leadership, and Board of Trustees upon request. -Enhance the visibility and profile of extended/continuing education by gathering and sharing information in a variety of formats. -Oversee the review and allocation of campus and systemwide self-support funds; monitor campus accounts. -Oversee the functions of the chancellor's office self-support operations including assisting campuses in developing academic programs that comply with CSU system policy, Trustee standing orders, state and federal regulations and laws. -Oversee administrative support for the Commission on the Professional and Continuing Education. Data collection and analysis -Provide contributions to and leadership in system wide efforts to track student-related success and other data as well as data on strategic partnerships in support of student learning. -Help the CSU maintain automated and accurate data systems to align with State and Federal reporting requirements. -Improve system wide self-support data collection to automate and extract student and program data for system, state, and federal reporting requirements. Stay abreast of trends and developments in self-support and online education and communicate information to all interested parties. -Seek input from campus extended/continuing education, online and international leaders, and communicate important information back to the campuses on a regular basis. Other leadership and management duties as assigned - Keep Deputy Vice Chancellor apprised of national trends and exemplary practices related to continuing and professional education. Identify opportunities to incorporate practices into systemwide strategies. -Attend and participate at assigned meetings, conferences, and/or event at varying levels as needed by the division. -Establish a highly motivated and inclusive work environment and create opportunities for professional growth and staff development. Qualifications This position requires: -Earned postbaccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year institution; terminal degree preferred. -Ten years professional experience in higher education or training required. A minimum of six years of experience at the level of associate dean/director or above in a college or university-based continuing or extended education setting required. -Experience leading a self-support organization. -Ability to think nimbly, quickly, and creatively to respond to market demand, while also appreciating the oversight context in which higher education in California is located. -Experience in the delivery of PaCE programs, particularly with a focus in online and hybrid education. -Expertise in guiding conversations and working collaboratively across organizational contexts. -The capacity to manage “up, down, and across” both a system office as well as across campuses. -Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in leveraging scale for the strategic benefit of a system or organization. -A demonstrated commitment to consensus building in a very diverse and complex organization. -A strong business acumen and a demonstrated ability to build programs that can sustain themselves financially over time. -A demonstrated skill set in the areas of marketing and program management and planning. -A knowledge of grant-writing and professional communication skills Preferred Qualifications -Large public university system experience preferred. Application Period Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by July 24, 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. The Search Committee will begin to review applications immediately. To assure full consideration, applications should be received by July 24, 2023, and must include the following documents: A letter of interest/cover letter addressing the position’s strategic objectives and the desired attributes identified in this profile; and A curriculum vitae/resume. Important Note: Do not use the "Update Resume" option to upload any additional documents (i.e., letter of interest, cover letter, etc.) since it will replace your resume. If you have already uploaded your letter of interest/cover letter under the "Update Resume" option, you will need to re-upload your CV/resume and letter of interest/cover letter. Please direct nominations and inquiries to: Concetta M. Stewart, Ph.D. Principal, AGB Search concetta.stewart@agbsearch.com 908.341.2178 Jeanne F. Jacobs, Ph.D. Executive Search Consultant, AGB Search jeanne.jacobs@agbsearch.com 937.470.9068 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. 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. 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. 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
Aug 24, 2023
Full Time
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, Professional and Continuing Education (AVC, PaCE) . 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 $17,917 per month, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is $9,167 to $24,425 per month. Classification Administrator IV Position Information The California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking an Assistant Vice Chancellor, Professional and Continuing Education . This position is a systemwide innovator who can help CSU campuses build programs that enable students who are not normally served by the “traditional” higher education marketplace to flourish in the California State University. This includes both credit and non-credit programs with specific attention to the delivery of high-quality fully-online and hybrid education. The AVC also supports strategic planning on behalf of professional and continuing education programs in furthering the mission of the CSU. The AVC advocates for the broader strategies of the CSU, which include building strategic partnerships that help Californians (and others) earn valuable degrees while also responding to the market demands of California’s various corporate and nonprofit interests. In addition, the AVC supports the infrastructure necessary for system-level consistency while also supporting a diversity of approaches for meeting the various demands of professional and continuing education in California. As an advocate for these programs and students, the AVC is responsible for supporting the creativity located on the campuses of the CSU. The AVC also oversees the Professional and Continuing Education department within the Office of the Chancellor and is the key leadership partner for the Commission on Continuing and Professional Education (CPaCE), online education strategy, external workforce development groups, career training and professional development. Responsibilities Under the general direction of the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic and Student Affairs , the responsibilities of the Assistant Vice Chancellor, Professional and Continuing Education include: Systemwide leadership, support, and management of continuing and professional education initiatives -Provide system-level leadership in the area of continuing and professional education while delivering a strong and clear vision for continuing, and professional and online education in the CSU. -Serve as the key liaison and thought partner to CSU campus deans and associate vice presidents of continuing and professional education on the campuses, establishing a leadership ethos amongst that group to help support wider systemic change. -Lead forward-thinking conversations and vision around the delivery of responsive programs based in online and hybrid modalities that can help both undergraduate and graduate students complete a CSU degree. -Be an advocate for campus initiatives at the system office while also being a strong partner to colleagues within and beyond Academic and Student Affairs in the CSU. -Be a leader in student success in line with the system’s broader GI 2025 goals. -Provide leadership and advice on system professional and continuing education activities. -Provide strategic planning, advocacy, and communication on behalf of self-supporting activities in furthering the mission of the CSU, -Stimulate activity for credit and non-credit programs and courses, online education, workforce development, career training, and professional development. -Explain and advocate for the viewpoints and interests of extended/continuing education in systemwide policy development and strategic planning; identify obstacles to mission in current policies and propose adjustments and reforms as needed. -Provide strategic communication for self-support and extended/continuing education with CSU leadership groups including presidents, provosts, statewide faculty senate, and chancellor's office units, and other internal and external constituents. Build and maintain infrastructure support -Build and maintain an infrastructure that supports campus-based programming and helps scale innovation and effective strategies across the CSU. -Serve as a consulting partner to system constituents by developing and delivering support services that promotes growth and development of campus PaCE initiatives. -Create and maintain a culture of rapid response to industry needs by enabling innovative programs to move forward quickly, while also recognizing the complex environment of oversight in which the CSU operates. -Cultivate relationships and partnerships with federal, state, and regional groups involved in economic and workforce development and distance learning. Represent the CSU by serving on state and regional workforce groups. -Provide guidance and mentorship to deans. -Provide leadership in facilitating collaboration among campuses in areas of strategic importance. -Cultivate large employer partnerships to connect campus resources with employer needs. Senior administrative oversight of PaCE functions -Work with the systemwide Academic and Student Affairs Leadership team to develop key strategies and processes that enable effective PaCE programs. -Plan and executive system-wide PaCE leadership meetings, including the Commission on PaCE (CPaCE), system counterpart meetings, and other meetings and events related to extended education and/or workforce development. -Oversight of and administrative support related to the Commission on Professional and Continuing Education. -Provide senior administrative leadership to and oversight of PaCE and CPaCE staff. -Provide advice to campus leaders, the Commission on Professional and Continuing Education, Chancellor's Office leadership, and Board of Trustees upon request. -Enhance the visibility and profile of extended/continuing education by gathering and sharing information in a variety of formats. -Oversee the review and allocation of campus and systemwide self-support funds; monitor campus accounts. -Oversee the functions of the chancellor's office self-support operations including assisting campuses in developing academic programs that comply with CSU system policy, Trustee standing orders, state and federal regulations and laws. -Oversee administrative support for the Commission on the Professional and Continuing Education. Data collection and analysis -Provide contributions to and leadership in system wide efforts to track student-related success and other data as well as data on strategic partnerships in support of student learning. -Help the CSU maintain automated and accurate data systems to align with State and Federal reporting requirements. -Improve system wide self-support data collection to automate and extract student and program data for system, state, and federal reporting requirements. Stay abreast of trends and developments in self-support and online education and communicate information to all interested parties. -Seek input from campus extended/continuing education, online and international leaders, and communicate important information back to the campuses on a regular basis. Other leadership and management duties as assigned - Keep Deputy Vice Chancellor apprised of national trends and exemplary practices related to continuing and professional education. Identify opportunities to incorporate practices into systemwide strategies. -Attend and participate at assigned meetings, conferences, and/or event at varying levels as needed by the division. -Establish a highly motivated and inclusive work environment and create opportunities for professional growth and staff development. Qualifications This position requires: -Earned postbaccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year institution; terminal degree preferred. -Ten years professional experience in higher education or training required. A minimum of six years of experience at the level of associate dean/director or above in a college or university-based continuing or extended education setting required. -Experience leading a self-support organization. -Ability to think nimbly, quickly, and creatively to respond to market demand, while also appreciating the oversight context in which higher education in California is located. -Experience in the delivery of PaCE programs, particularly with a focus in online and hybrid education. -Expertise in guiding conversations and working collaboratively across organizational contexts. -The capacity to manage “up, down, and across” both a system office as well as across campuses. -Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in leveraging scale for the strategic benefit of a system or organization. -A demonstrated commitment to consensus building in a very diverse and complex organization. -A strong business acumen and a demonstrated ability to build programs that can sustain themselves financially over time. -A demonstrated skill set in the areas of marketing and program management and planning. -A knowledge of grant-writing and professional communication skills Preferred Qualifications -Large public university system experience preferred. Application Period Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by July 24, 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. The Search Committee will begin to review applications immediately. To assure full consideration, applications should be received by July 24, 2023, and must include the following documents: A letter of interest/cover letter addressing the position’s strategic objectives and the desired attributes identified in this profile; and A curriculum vitae/resume. Important Note: Do not use the "Update Resume" option to upload any additional documents (i.e., letter of interest, cover letter, etc.) since it will replace your resume. If you have already uploaded your letter of interest/cover letter under the "Update Resume" option, you will need to re-upload your CV/resume and letter of interest/cover letter. Please direct nominations and inquiries to: Concetta M. Stewart, Ph.D. Principal, AGB Search concetta.stewart@agbsearch.com 908.341.2178 Jeanne F. Jacobs, Ph.D. Executive Search Consultant, AGB Search jeanne.jacobs@agbsearch.com 937.470.9068 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. 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. 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. 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
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
EXAM NUMBER: PH4594J TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FIRST DAY OF FILING : Applications will be accepted starting Tues day, October 3, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:59 p.m. (PT). Applications received after 4:00 p.m. (PT) will not be considered. THIS EXAMINATION WILL REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE. No Out-of-Class Experience will be accepted. DEFINITION: Supervises a team of analysts providing technical and consultative service to management in major health service areas. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are restricted to Department of Health Services administration and are distinguished by their responsibility for supervising professional employees in the research, analysis, and preparation of recommendations regarding the use and deployment of resources and the implementation and improvement of operations and programs having department-wide impact. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes, assigns, and coordinates the work of a staff of analysts serving as technical experts and consultants to management in major health service areas. Has immediate responsibility for the orientation, training, development, and evaluation of employees supervised. Reviews work for thoroughness, soundness of recommendations, and compliance with applicable standards, policies, procedures and regulations. Confers with administrators and with representatives of other jurisdictions and agencies to discuss new and ongoing programs and to exchange information. Supervises and participates in studies of complex and difficult problem areas. Supervises and participates in the implementation of recommended procedures and programs. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years of highly responsible* and complex** administrative*** or staff**** experience at the level of the County of Los Angeles class of Supervising Administrative Assistant III*****, Assistant Hospital Administrator II******, Staff Analyst, Health*******, or higher. 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: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Highly responsible experience is defined as experience at the senior level with extensive knowledge of program related area, processes and procedures, and experience in a specific subject matter. **Complex experience is defined as a factor that measures the nature, the number, variety and intricacy and difficulty of tasks, steps, processes or methods applicable to the work to be done; the difficulty of identifying what needs to be done and the difficulty and originality involved in doing the assigned tasks. Major duties and difficulty of the mental processes necessary to identify what needs to be done, and the originality, problem solving, resourcefulness and conceptualization required to complete assigned tasks. ***Administrative capacity is defined as performing work typically in an administrative services branch of an organizational unit, including responsibility for the development of procedures and participation in policy formulation. ****Staff capacity is defined as working in an advisory capacity to line managers to provide program and administrative support. *****Experience at the level of Supervising Administrative Assistant III in the County of Los Angeles is defined as plans and supervises the work of staff engaged in analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, budget, systems and procedures, program, facilities acquisition, general management and personnel in a very large department having very complex programs. ******Experience at the level of Assistant Hospital Administrator II in the County of Los Angeles is defined as a ssists in the administration of a County hospital by managing and coordinating the supporting services for the patient care programs of a moderate sized area of the hospital. *******Experience at the level of Staff Analyst, Health in the County of Los Angeles is defined as researches, analyzes, and makes recommendations regarding the use and deployment of resources and the implementation and refinement of operations and programs having department-wide impact within a Department. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: A dditional points will be awarded for additional experience beyond the Selection Requirements. A Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.******** ******** In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcript(s), or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . Foreign studies must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) . See Employment Information under Accreditation Information . Official Transcript is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and, therefore, will NOT be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach the required documents with your application online, you must e-mail them to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. In the "Subject" of the e-mail please type the Exam Number and Exam Title. Additional Information Examination Content: Once we have determined that you meet the Selection Requirements, the examination process will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information and desirable qualifications submitted at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination to be added on the Eligible Register (hiring list). Passing this examination and being added on the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. Eligibility Information: 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 eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. Complete applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. Vacancy Information: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. Available Shift: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. __________________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information: Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application from Tues day, October 3, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:59 p.m. (PT). Applications received after 4:00 p.m. (PT) will not be considered. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the Tues day, October 3 , 2023, 3:59 p.m. (PT). deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements as listed on this job posting. Fill out your application completely. Provide any relevant education and job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work and duties performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Important: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specification and Selection requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. __________________________________________________________________ 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. Check the website for updated information at: https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator/ . 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. Do Not Share User ID, Email, 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 may erase a candidate's original application record. Fair Chance Employer: 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. 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 follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. County of Los Angeles Employment Information: The Employment Information document can be viewed by copying and pasting the URL http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf into a web browser search bar or click on the following link: County of Los Angeles Employment Information . 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. Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Exam Number: PH4594J Department Contact Phone : (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 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: 10/3/2023 4:00 PM Pacific
Sep 08, 2023
Full Time
EXAM NUMBER: PH4594J TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FIRST DAY OF FILING : Applications will be accepted starting Tues day, October 3, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:59 p.m. (PT). Applications received after 4:00 p.m. (PT) will not be considered. THIS EXAMINATION WILL REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE. No Out-of-Class Experience will be accepted. DEFINITION: Supervises a team of analysts providing technical and consultative service to management in major health service areas. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are restricted to Department of Health Services administration and are distinguished by their responsibility for supervising professional employees in the research, analysis, and preparation of recommendations regarding the use and deployment of resources and the implementation and improvement of operations and programs having department-wide impact. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes, assigns, and coordinates the work of a staff of analysts serving as technical experts and consultants to management in major health service areas. Has immediate responsibility for the orientation, training, development, and evaluation of employees supervised. Reviews work for thoroughness, soundness of recommendations, and compliance with applicable standards, policies, procedures and regulations. Confers with administrators and with representatives of other jurisdictions and agencies to discuss new and ongoing programs and to exchange information. Supervises and participates in studies of complex and difficult problem areas. Supervises and participates in the implementation of recommended procedures and programs. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Two (2) years of highly responsible* and complex** administrative*** or staff**** experience at the level of the County of Los Angeles class of Supervising Administrative Assistant III*****, Assistant Hospital Administrator II******, Staff Analyst, Health*******, or higher. 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: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Highly responsible experience is defined as experience at the senior level with extensive knowledge of program related area, processes and procedures, and experience in a specific subject matter. **Complex experience is defined as a factor that measures the nature, the number, variety and intricacy and difficulty of tasks, steps, processes or methods applicable to the work to be done; the difficulty of identifying what needs to be done and the difficulty and originality involved in doing the assigned tasks. Major duties and difficulty of the mental processes necessary to identify what needs to be done, and the originality, problem solving, resourcefulness and conceptualization required to complete assigned tasks. ***Administrative capacity is defined as performing work typically in an administrative services branch of an organizational unit, including responsibility for the development of procedures and participation in policy formulation. ****Staff capacity is defined as working in an advisory capacity to line managers to provide program and administrative support. *****Experience at the level of Supervising Administrative Assistant III in the County of Los Angeles is defined as plans and supervises the work of staff engaged in analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems of organization, budget, systems and procedures, program, facilities acquisition, general management and personnel in a very large department having very complex programs. ******Experience at the level of Assistant Hospital Administrator II in the County of Los Angeles is defined as a ssists in the administration of a County hospital by managing and coordinating the supporting services for the patient care programs of a moderate sized area of the hospital. *******Experience at the level of Staff Analyst, Health in the County of Los Angeles is defined as researches, analyzes, and makes recommendations regarding the use and deployment of resources and the implementation and refinement of operations and programs having department-wide impact within a Department. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: A dditional points will be awarded for additional experience beyond the Selection Requirements. A Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.******** ******** In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Bachelor's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcript(s), or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov . Foreign studies must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) . See Employment Information under Accreditation Information . Official Transcript is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's Registrar Office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and, therefore, will NOT be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach the required documents with your application online, you must e-mail them to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. In the "Subject" of the e-mail please type the Exam Number and Exam Title. Additional Information Examination Content: Once we have determined that you meet the Selection Requirements, the examination process will consist of an evaluation of experience based on application information and desirable qualifications submitted at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination to be added on the Eligible Register (hiring list). Passing this examination and being added on the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. Eligibility Information: 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 eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. Complete applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. Vacancy Information: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. Available Shift: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. __________________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information: Applications must be filed online only. We must receive your application from Tues day, October 3, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:59 p.m. (PT). Applications received after 4:00 p.m. (PT) will not be considered. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the Tues day, October 3 , 2023, 3:59 p.m. (PT). deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements as listed on this job posting. Fill out your application completely. Provide any relevant education and job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work and duties performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Important: Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from the Class Specification and Selection requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified. __________________________________________________________________ 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. Check the website for updated information at: https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator/ . 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. Do Not Share User ID, Email, 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 may erase a candidate's original application record. Fair Chance Employer: 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. 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 follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. County of Los Angeles Employment Information: The Employment Information document can be viewed by copying and pasting the URL http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf into a web browser search bar or click on the following link: County of Los Angeles Employment Information . 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. Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Exam Number: PH4594J Department Contact Phone : (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 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: 10/3/2023 4:00 PM Pacific
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY REBULLETIN INFORMATION THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN FOR FILING. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED MAY SUBMIT NEW APPLICATIONS. The application filing period will begin on September 21, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) with a deadline of September 21, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). The exam will reopen as the needs of the service require. EXAM NUMBER: M0829A-R-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The Chief Executive Office is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Senior Analyst, CEO vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Applicants will be processed on an as-received basis and those who meet the requirements may be hired on a temporary basis for up to 90 days. Before the end of your temporary work period, you will undergo an assessment which consists of an evaluation of experience based upon your performance. This assessment will be weighted 100% and will evaluate your general ability to perform the job duties. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be placed on a list for and considered for permanent appointment to Senior Analyst, CEO. Essential Job Functions Independently or at the direction of management, analyzes and makes recommendations on problems related to one or more major functional areas of the Homeless Initiative. Provides analysis and recommendations on issues related to the Homeless and Housing, Programs, budget and fiscal activities, including Measure H and other Homeless Initiative funding. As a subject matter expert, participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of Homeless and Housing Program contracts. Maintains liaison between County departments and may assist with administrative and operational coordination with State and/or federal entities. Under general direction from management, maintains established liaison with local jurisdictions, including cities, Councils of Government, and unincorporated areas in support of Homelessness Missions. Prepares correspondence, reports and studies related to homelessness. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Five years of professional staff experience* in analyzing and recommending solutions to problems in government programs or areas such as budget, finance, operations, legislative policy, organization and management, intergovernmental relations or communications. Two years of the required experience must have been at the level of Analyst, CEO** or higher. Special Requirement Information *In the County of Los Angeles, professional staff experience is defined as experience gained at the level of Los Angeles County classification of Administrative Assistant II or higher, which functions as an administrative generalist in the central administrative staff organization of a department analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of a variety of operation problems having significant consequences in terms of cost, efficiency or public service. **In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Analyst, CEO is gained working in a central agency or corporate headquarter, providing professional staff support to the head of an organization in the planning, coordination, direction and control of specialized functions such as budget, finance, operations, capital projects, legislative analysis, organization and management studies, employee relations, classification, compensation, benefits policy, risk management, marketing, asset management, and unincorporated area services functions under general supervision. 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. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. PHYSICAL CLASS : 2 - Light. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT Near the end of your temporary assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be placed on a list and considered for permanent appointment. Application & Filing Information: Applications must be filed online only. Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add jmcfarland@hr.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, andinfo@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. 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 anytime 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. The application for this temporary assignment will not ask you to provide experience or education. Applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and respond to the supplemental questionnaire to demonstrate their qualifications. 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's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, you may borrow laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County to complete job applications. 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. Dept Contact Name: Jeremiah McFarland Dept Contact Phone: (213) 351-6456 Dept Contact Email: jmcfarland@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1. Completing Your Application : a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation. 2. Requirements on Job Posting : a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual over age 40. c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable. 3. Application Deadline : All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed. 4. Change of Name or Address : To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile on www.governmentjobs.com and make the necessary change. This can be done at any time. 5. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy : a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. 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: 9/21/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Sep 21, 2023
Full Time
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY REBULLETIN INFORMATION THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO REOPEN FOR FILING. PERSONS WHO HAVE ALREADY APPLIED MAY SUBMIT NEW APPLICATIONS. The application filing period will begin on September 21, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) with a deadline of September 21, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). The exam will reopen as the needs of the service require. EXAM NUMBER: M0829A-R-EA The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The Chief Executive Office is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Senior Analyst, CEO vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Applicants will be processed on an as-received basis and those who meet the requirements may be hired on a temporary basis for up to 90 days. Before the end of your temporary work period, you will undergo an assessment which consists of an evaluation of experience based upon your performance. This assessment will be weighted 100% and will evaluate your general ability to perform the job duties. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be placed on a list for and considered for permanent appointment to Senior Analyst, CEO. Essential Job Functions Independently or at the direction of management, analyzes and makes recommendations on problems related to one or more major functional areas of the Homeless Initiative. Provides analysis and recommendations on issues related to the Homeless and Housing, Programs, budget and fiscal activities, including Measure H and other Homeless Initiative funding. As a subject matter expert, participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of Homeless and Housing Program contracts. Maintains liaison between County departments and may assist with administrative and operational coordination with State and/or federal entities. Under general direction from management, maintains established liaison with local jurisdictions, including cities, Councils of Government, and unincorporated areas in support of Homelessness Missions. Prepares correspondence, reports and studies related to homelessness. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Five years of professional staff experience* in analyzing and recommending solutions to problems in government programs or areas such as budget, finance, operations, legislative policy, organization and management, intergovernmental relations or communications. Two years of the required experience must have been at the level of Analyst, CEO** or higher. Special Requirement Information *In the County of Los Angeles, professional staff experience is defined as experience gained at the level of Los Angeles County classification of Administrative Assistant II or higher, which functions as an administrative generalist in the central administrative staff organization of a department analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of a variety of operation problems having significant consequences in terms of cost, efficiency or public service. **In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Analyst, CEO is gained working in a central agency or corporate headquarter, providing professional staff support to the head of an organization in the planning, coordination, direction and control of specialized functions such as budget, finance, operations, capital projects, legislative analysis, organization and management studies, employee relations, classification, compensation, benefits policy, risk management, marketing, asset management, and unincorporated area services functions under general supervision. 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. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. PHYSICAL CLASS : 2 - Light. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT Near the end of your temporary assignment, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be placed on a list and considered for permanent appointment. Application & Filing Information: Applications must be filed online only. Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add jmcfarland@hr.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, andinfo@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. 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 anytime 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. The application for this temporary assignment will not ask you to provide experience or education. Applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and respond to the supplemental questionnaire to demonstrate their qualifications. 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's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, you may borrow laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots from some public libraries throughout Los Angeles County to complete job applications. 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. Dept Contact Name: Jeremiah McFarland Dept Contact Phone: (213) 351-6456 Dept Contact Email: jmcfarland@hr.lacounty.gov Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES Employment Information Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below. Your Responsibilities: 1. Completing Your Application : a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted. b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title. c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation. 2. Requirements on Job Posting : a. Your application will only be accepted if it clearly shows you meet the requirements. The information you give will determine your eligibility and is subject to verification at any time. b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual over age 40. c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable. 3. Application Deadline : All job applications must be completed and submitted before the closing time on the last day of the filing period as indicated on the job posting unless other instructions are provided. Job postings with an open continuous filing period are subject to closure without prior notice. It is to your advantage to file your application early and not wait until the last allowable date and time as you will not be able to apply once the filing period has closed. 4. Change of Name or Address : To change personal information such as your name or address, log into your profile on www.governmentjobs.com and make the necessary change. This can be done at any time. 5. Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Policy : a. It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. b. If you are an individual requesting reasonable accommodation(s) in the examination process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. The provision of accommodation may be subject to verification as allowable with State and Federal law. All accommodation-related information will remain confidential. 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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. 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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: 9/21/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Introduction This position is represented by the SEIU bargaining unit and will receive salary increases based on the following schedule: Effective July 2024 - 4% Cost of Living Adjustment increase Effective July 2025 - 3% Cost of Living Adjustment increase This recruitment is being conducted to fill several Office Assistant Specialist positions in the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used tofill future vacancies. This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies only within the Sheriff's Office. This classification is located throughoutthe Sheriff's Office, including divisions which operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.Those selected for hire in these divisions will be required to work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays as follows: Days: 6:00 am to 4:00 pm, Swing: 2:00 pm to 12:00 am, and Graveyard: 8:00 pm to 6:00 am.This position is eligible for shift differential supplements. Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background: Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Provides specialized and complex information, including specific program-related information, to managers, patients, clients, outside agencies and others; researches difficult and complex issues; completes complex forms for the purpose of documenting specialized program-related information; searches for, receives and explains complex rules, regulations, policies, procedures and technical office operations; interprets and applies external laws, regulations, ordinances and policies as they relate to clerical/technical/financial functions; may issue complex documents; provides customer service in a calm, helpful and effective manner. Gathers, processes and maintains specialized and complex information related to departmental operations; asks in-depth questions of patients, clients, and others; identifies customer needs and seeks to match those needs with program services; codes, files and retrieves documents and records using various alphabetical, numerical, coded and computerized filing systems. Researches, compiles, maintains and processes statistical, financial and/or other numerical data to support specialized office functions; coordinates and/or performs routine work related to personnel, payroll, budgetary, purchasing, inventory, and/or other administrative functions; performs complex accounts payable/receivable and billing procedures, applying advanced knowledge of technical program requirements; maintains ledgers and accounts; enters data into worksheets; matches invoices with orders, reviewing and verifying for completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness as assigned; computes, collects and receipts monies and fees, including large sums; adjusts accounts within limits of authority; may develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases, either by hand or computer; maintains data and develops reports for budget purposes. Performs clerical/technical/financial case management, applying advanced knowledge of administrative, legal, financial and/or program-related requirements; researches, reviews, and resolves complex case issues; determines, maintains and tracks case information and status; identifies needed documents and/or actions; contacts and meets with clients, victims, parolees, patients and others to obtain forms/documents, arrange payments/services and help them meet obligations; may advocate on behalf of clients within limits of authority; coordinates case activities with managers, professional staff, and/or other work units as appropriate. Prepares a variety of difficult reports and documents requiring advanced knowledge of specialized subject matter including, but not limited to court orders, petitions, subpoenas, insurance claims, treatment authorization forms; reviews complex legal, custody, health care and other records to identify needed information; applies complex codes and requirements for reimbursement and other purposes. May perform secretarial duties for various staff including supervisors and/or professional staff; may supervise a very small number of clerical workers as an incidental duty; may train or review the work of others; may serve as a lead worker over a large group of office clerical/technical staff. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Special Note: For positions reclassified to this class as part of Classification Studies #01-18 and #02-08, the incumbents occupying those positions on the effective date that the study is implemented by the Board of Supervisors shall be deemed to meet the minimum qualifications for the class.) Either I Experience : One year of work at a level equal to or higher than Senior Office Assistant in San Joaquin County service. Or II Experience : Three years of general clerical, secretarial and/or office technical work, including at least one year functioning at a full-journey level. Substitutions : a) One year of business training in an approved vocational training program may substitute for one year of the above-required experience; or b) Completion of 30 semester/45 quarter credit units at an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the above-required experience. And Certificates : If required by the nature of the assignment: 1) possession of an acceptable typing/keyboarding or other certification of ability to input data at the rate of 45 words per minute; and/or 2) possession of an acceptable proficiency certificate in one or more computer software programs. Special Requirement : Most positions require the ability to use computers and/or word processing equipment. If required by the nature of the assignment, demonstrated general or software-specific computer proficiency may be required prior to appointment. KNOWLEDGE Advanced office practices and procedures; standard clerical accounting methods and practices; principles of planning and organizing work; methods of researching, gathering, organizing and reporting data; personal computer systems and general office computer software; public relations techniques; advanced interviewing techniques; advanced filing and record keeping systems; complex correspondence and report formats; arithmetical operations related to advanced clerical/technical/financial processes; basic principles of training and supervision; advanced cash handling procedures. ABILITY Research, interpret and apply complex laws/regulations, court orders, program policies/procedures, and third-party rules/requirements related to specialized clerical activities; evaluate and establish priorities; gather, organize, input and maintain complex information, including financial or program-specific data; provide/obtain detailed information to/from others, even in difficult situations; utilize advanced office procedures and equipment; follow complex oral and written procedures and directions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively with others; write clearly and legibly; perform advanced arithmetical operations; lead or supervise others. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of a data entry device, repetitive motion, sitting for long periods, walking; occasional standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing; Lifting -Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual -Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; Emotional/Psychological -Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental -Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. OnlineWritten Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration.Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral :Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank :The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam :Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives :Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility :If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Aug 22, 2023
Full Time
Introduction This position is represented by the SEIU bargaining unit and will receive salary increases based on the following schedule: Effective July 2024 - 4% Cost of Living Adjustment increase Effective July 2025 - 3% Cost of Living Adjustment increase This recruitment is being conducted to fill several Office Assistant Specialist positions in the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used tofill future vacancies. This recruitment will be used to fill vacancies only within the Sheriff's Office. This classification is located throughoutthe Sheriff's Office, including divisions which operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.Those selected for hire in these divisions will be required to work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays as follows: Days: 6:00 am to 4:00 pm, Swing: 2:00 pm to 12:00 am, and Graveyard: 8:00 pm to 6:00 am.This position is eligible for shift differential supplements. Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background: Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Provides specialized and complex information, including specific program-related information, to managers, patients, clients, outside agencies and others; researches difficult and complex issues; completes complex forms for the purpose of documenting specialized program-related information; searches for, receives and explains complex rules, regulations, policies, procedures and technical office operations; interprets and applies external laws, regulations, ordinances and policies as they relate to clerical/technical/financial functions; may issue complex documents; provides customer service in a calm, helpful and effective manner. Gathers, processes and maintains specialized and complex information related to departmental operations; asks in-depth questions of patients, clients, and others; identifies customer needs and seeks to match those needs with program services; codes, files and retrieves documents and records using various alphabetical, numerical, coded and computerized filing systems. Researches, compiles, maintains and processes statistical, financial and/or other numerical data to support specialized office functions; coordinates and/or performs routine work related to personnel, payroll, budgetary, purchasing, inventory, and/or other administrative functions; performs complex accounts payable/receivable and billing procedures, applying advanced knowledge of technical program requirements; maintains ledgers and accounts; enters data into worksheets; matches invoices with orders, reviewing and verifying for completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness as assigned; computes, collects and receipts monies and fees, including large sums; adjusts accounts within limits of authority; may develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases, either by hand or computer; maintains data and develops reports for budget purposes. Performs clerical/technical/financial case management, applying advanced knowledge of administrative, legal, financial and/or program-related requirements; researches, reviews, and resolves complex case issues; determines, maintains and tracks case information and status; identifies needed documents and/or actions; contacts and meets with clients, victims, parolees, patients and others to obtain forms/documents, arrange payments/services and help them meet obligations; may advocate on behalf of clients within limits of authority; coordinates case activities with managers, professional staff, and/or other work units as appropriate. Prepares a variety of difficult reports and documents requiring advanced knowledge of specialized subject matter including, but not limited to court orders, petitions, subpoenas, insurance claims, treatment authorization forms; reviews complex legal, custody, health care and other records to identify needed information; applies complex codes and requirements for reimbursement and other purposes. May perform secretarial duties for various staff including supervisors and/or professional staff; may supervise a very small number of clerical workers as an incidental duty; may train or review the work of others; may serve as a lead worker over a large group of office clerical/technical staff. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Special Note: For positions reclassified to this class as part of Classification Studies #01-18 and #02-08, the incumbents occupying those positions on the effective date that the study is implemented by the Board of Supervisors shall be deemed to meet the minimum qualifications for the class.) Either I Experience : One year of work at a level equal to or higher than Senior Office Assistant in San Joaquin County service. Or II Experience : Three years of general clerical, secretarial and/or office technical work, including at least one year functioning at a full-journey level. Substitutions : a) One year of business training in an approved vocational training program may substitute for one year of the above-required experience; or b) Completion of 30 semester/45 quarter credit units at an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the above-required experience. And Certificates : If required by the nature of the assignment: 1) possession of an acceptable typing/keyboarding or other certification of ability to input data at the rate of 45 words per minute; and/or 2) possession of an acceptable proficiency certificate in one or more computer software programs. Special Requirement : Most positions require the ability to use computers and/or word processing equipment. If required by the nature of the assignment, demonstrated general or software-specific computer proficiency may be required prior to appointment. KNOWLEDGE Advanced office practices and procedures; standard clerical accounting methods and practices; principles of planning and organizing work; methods of researching, gathering, organizing and reporting data; personal computer systems and general office computer software; public relations techniques; advanced interviewing techniques; advanced filing and record keeping systems; complex correspondence and report formats; arithmetical operations related to advanced clerical/technical/financial processes; basic principles of training and supervision; advanced cash handling procedures. ABILITY Research, interpret and apply complex laws/regulations, court orders, program policies/procedures, and third-party rules/requirements related to specialized clerical activities; evaluate and establish priorities; gather, organize, input and maintain complex information, including financial or program-specific data; provide/obtain detailed information to/from others, even in difficult situations; utilize advanced office procedures and equipment; follow complex oral and written procedures and directions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively with others; write clearly and legibly; perform advanced arithmetical operations; lead or supervise others. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of a data entry device, repetitive motion, sitting for long periods, walking; occasional standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing; Lifting -Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual -Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; Emotional/Psychological -Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental -Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. OnlineWritten Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration.Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral :Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank :The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam :Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives :Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility :If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Introduction *This position is represented by the SEIU bargaining unit and will receive salary increases based on the following schedule for a total of 12% through July 2025: Effective July 2024 - 4% Cost of Living Adjustment increase Effective July 2025 - 3% Cost of Living Adjustment increase This recruitment is being held to fill (1) Office Assistant Specialist position with the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office, and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Provides specialized and complex information, including specific program-related information, to managers, patients, clients, outside agencies and others; researches difficult and complex issues; completes complex forms for the purpose of documenting specialized program-related information; searches for, receives and explains complex rules, regulations, policies, procedures and technical office operations; interprets and applies external laws, regulations, ordinances and policies as they relate to clerical/technical/financial functions; may issue complex documents; provides customer service in a calm, helpful and effective manner. Gathers, processes and maintains specialized and complex information related to departmental operations; asks in-depth questions of patients, clients, and others; identifies customer needs and seeks to match those needs with program services; codes, files and retrieves documents and records using various alphabetical, numerical, coded and computerized filing systems. Researches, compiles, maintains and processes statistical, financial and/or other numerical data to support specialized office functions; coordinates and/or performs routine work related to personnel, payroll, budgetary, purchasing, inventory, and/or other administrative functions; performs complex accounts payable/receivable and billing procedures, applying advanced knowledge of technical program requirements; maintains ledgers and accounts; enters data into worksheets; matches invoices with orders, reviewing and verifying for completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness as assigned; computes, collects and receipts monies and fees, including large sums; adjusts accounts within limits of authority; may develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases, either by hand or computer; maintains data and develops reports for budget purposes. Performs clerical/technical/financial case management, applying advanced knowledge of administrative, legal, financial and/or program-related requirements; researches, reviews, and resolves complex case issues; determines, maintains and tracks case information and status; identifies needed documents and/or actions; contacts and meets with clients, victims, parolees, patients and others to obtain forms/documents, arrange payments/services and help them meet obligations; may advocate on behalf of clients within limits of authority; coordinates case activities with managers, professional staff, and/or other work units as appropriate. Prepares a variety of difficult reports and documents requiring advanced knowledge of specialized subject matter including, but not limited to court orders, petitions, subpoenas, insurance claims, treatment authorization forms; reviews complex legal, custody, health care and other records to identify needed information; applies complex codes and requirements for reimbursement and other purposes. May perform secretarial duties for various staff including supervisors and/or professional staff; may supervise a very small number of clerical workers as an incidental duty; may train or review the work of others; may serve as a lead worker over a large group of office clerical/technical staff. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ( Special Note : For positions reclassified to this class as part of Classification Studies #01-18 and #02-08, the incumbents occupying those positions on the effective date that the study is implemented by the Board of Supervisors shall be deemed to meet the minimum qualifications for the class.) Either I Experience : One year of work at a level equal to or higher than Senior Office Assistant in San Joaquin County service. Or II Experience : Three years of general clerical, secretarial and/or office technical work, including at least one year functioning at a full-journey level. Substitutions : a) One year of business training in an approved vocational training program may substitute for one year of the above-required experience; or b) Completion of 30 semester/45 quarter credit units at an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the above-required experience. And Certificates : If required by the nature of the assignment: 1) possession of an acceptable typing/keyboarding or other certification of ability to input data at the rate of 45 words per minute; and/or 2) possession of an acceptable proficiency certificate in one or more computer software programs. Special Requirement : Most positions require the ability to use computers and/or word processing equipment. If required by the nature of the assignment, demonstrated general or software-specific computer proficiency may be required prior to appointment. KNOWLEDGE Advanced office practices and procedures; standard clerical accounting methods and practices; principles of planning and organizing work; methods of researching, gathering, organizing and reporting data; personal computer systems and general office computer software; public relations techniques; advanced interviewing techniques; advanced filing and record keeping systems; complex correspondence and report formats; arithmetical operations related to advanced clerical/technical/financial processes; basic principles of training and supervision; advanced cash handling procedures. ABILITY Research, interpret and apply complex laws/regulations, court orders, program policies/procedures, and third-party rules/requirements related to specialized clerical activities; evaluate and establish priorities; gather, organize, input and maintain complex information, including financial or program-specific data; provide/obtain detailed information to/from others, even in difficult situations; utilize advanced office procedures and equipment; follow complex oral and written procedures and directions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively with others; write clearly and legibly; perform advanced arithmetical operations; lead or supervise others. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of a data entry device, repetitive motion, sitting for long periods, walking; occasional standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing; Lifting -Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual -Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; Emotional/Psychological -Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental -Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. OnlineWritten Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration.Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral :Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank :The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam :Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives :Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility :If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: 9/22/2023 11:59:00 PM
Sep 12, 2023
Full Time
Introduction *This position is represented by the SEIU bargaining unit and will receive salary increases based on the following schedule for a total of 12% through July 2025: Effective July 2024 - 4% Cost of Living Adjustment increase Effective July 2025 - 3% Cost of Living Adjustment increase This recruitment is being held to fill (1) Office Assistant Specialist position with the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office, and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Provides specialized and complex information, including specific program-related information, to managers, patients, clients, outside agencies and others; researches difficult and complex issues; completes complex forms for the purpose of documenting specialized program-related information; searches for, receives and explains complex rules, regulations, policies, procedures and technical office operations; interprets and applies external laws, regulations, ordinances and policies as they relate to clerical/technical/financial functions; may issue complex documents; provides customer service in a calm, helpful and effective manner. Gathers, processes and maintains specialized and complex information related to departmental operations; asks in-depth questions of patients, clients, and others; identifies customer needs and seeks to match those needs with program services; codes, files and retrieves documents and records using various alphabetical, numerical, coded and computerized filing systems. Researches, compiles, maintains and processes statistical, financial and/or other numerical data to support specialized office functions; coordinates and/or performs routine work related to personnel, payroll, budgetary, purchasing, inventory, and/or other administrative functions; performs complex accounts payable/receivable and billing procedures, applying advanced knowledge of technical program requirements; maintains ledgers and accounts; enters data into worksheets; matches invoices with orders, reviewing and verifying for completeness, accuracy, and appropriateness as assigned; computes, collects and receipts monies and fees, including large sums; adjusts accounts within limits of authority; may develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases, either by hand or computer; maintains data and develops reports for budget purposes. Performs clerical/technical/financial case management, applying advanced knowledge of administrative, legal, financial and/or program-related requirements; researches, reviews, and resolves complex case issues; determines, maintains and tracks case information and status; identifies needed documents and/or actions; contacts and meets with clients, victims, parolees, patients and others to obtain forms/documents, arrange payments/services and help them meet obligations; may advocate on behalf of clients within limits of authority; coordinates case activities with managers, professional staff, and/or other work units as appropriate. Prepares a variety of difficult reports and documents requiring advanced knowledge of specialized subject matter including, but not limited to court orders, petitions, subpoenas, insurance claims, treatment authorization forms; reviews complex legal, custody, health care and other records to identify needed information; applies complex codes and requirements for reimbursement and other purposes. May perform secretarial duties for various staff including supervisors and/or professional staff; may supervise a very small number of clerical workers as an incidental duty; may train or review the work of others; may serve as a lead worker over a large group of office clerical/technical staff. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ( Special Note : For positions reclassified to this class as part of Classification Studies #01-18 and #02-08, the incumbents occupying those positions on the effective date that the study is implemented by the Board of Supervisors shall be deemed to meet the minimum qualifications for the class.) Either I Experience : One year of work at a level equal to or higher than Senior Office Assistant in San Joaquin County service. Or II Experience : Three years of general clerical, secretarial and/or office technical work, including at least one year functioning at a full-journey level. Substitutions : a) One year of business training in an approved vocational training program may substitute for one year of the above-required experience; or b) Completion of 30 semester/45 quarter credit units at an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the above-required experience. And Certificates : If required by the nature of the assignment: 1) possession of an acceptable typing/keyboarding or other certification of ability to input data at the rate of 45 words per minute; and/or 2) possession of an acceptable proficiency certificate in one or more computer software programs. Special Requirement : Most positions require the ability to use computers and/or word processing equipment. If required by the nature of the assignment, demonstrated general or software-specific computer proficiency may be required prior to appointment. KNOWLEDGE Advanced office practices and procedures; standard clerical accounting methods and practices; principles of planning and organizing work; methods of researching, gathering, organizing and reporting data; personal computer systems and general office computer software; public relations techniques; advanced interviewing techniques; advanced filing and record keeping systems; complex correspondence and report formats; arithmetical operations related to advanced clerical/technical/financial processes; basic principles of training and supervision; advanced cash handling procedures. ABILITY Research, interpret and apply complex laws/regulations, court orders, program policies/procedures, and third-party rules/requirements related to specialized clerical activities; evaluate and establish priorities; gather, organize, input and maintain complex information, including financial or program-specific data; provide/obtain detailed information to/from others, even in difficult situations; utilize advanced office procedures and equipment; follow complex oral and written procedures and directions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively with others; write clearly and legibly; perform advanced arithmetical operations; lead or supervise others. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent operation of a data entry device, repetitive motion, sitting for long periods, walking; occasional standing, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing; Lifting -Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual -Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Hearing/Talking -Frequent hearing of normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone, talking in person; Emotional/Psychological -Frequent decision making, concentration, and public contact; Special Requirements -Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime; Environmental -Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. OnlineWritten Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration.Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral :Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank :The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam :Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives :Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility :If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: 9/22/2023 11:59:00 PM
CITY OF MILPITAS, CA
Milpitas, California, United States
Definition **THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED, AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICATIONS ARE SCREENED ON A REGULAR BASIS ** The Recreation Administrative Assistant classification is responsible for providing outstanding customer service at the Recreation facilities while performing basic clerical tasks and light maintenance to ensure facilities are safe, presentable, and welcoming. Assignments are generally limited and routine in scope and are performed within a procedural framework established by higher-level employees. Although Recreation Administrative Assistants are trained to work interchangeably at the Milpitas Community Center, Milpitas Sports Center, and Barbara Lee Senior Center, most are assigned a regular weekly schedule at one of the three facilities and have the option to pick up additional shifts at any facility. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a temporary, unbenefited position and is considered extra help. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Greet members of the public, visitors, delivery personnel, and employees arriving at the facility. Provide directions and assist with check-in as needed. Respond to in-person, phone, and e-mail inquiries, handling routine requests promptly and professionally, routing complex inquiries to the appropriate staff member, taking messages, and following up on inquiries as needed. Process registration, rental, and membership transactions in the ActiveNet system and perform cashier duties Maintain the office and lobby areas, including bulletin boards, literature racks, and lobby decor. Data entry, generating reports, filing, and retrieving files. Receive and distribute supply orders and maintain inventory records. Open and close building in accordance with established procedures. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Basic office functions Customer service techniques Appropriate use of office equipment Basic record-keeping Ability to: Maintain a professional front desk environment by providing friendly, professional, efficient customer service to diverse external and internal clients. Understand and enforce facility rules, policies, and procedures, demonstrate leadership, public relations, and good decision-making skills Understand, accurately explain, and enthusiastically promote in conversation the programs, services, rentals, and special events offered departmentwide. Maintain attention to detail when processing transactions and paperwork. Perform various cleaning and maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility, including front desk and lobby environment. Promptly reporting safety concerns and emergencies and mitigating hazards. Ability to work independently, as this employee may be the only staff in the building during certain early or late shifts. Prepare and maintain reports Represent the City of Milpitas Recreation and Community Services in a professional manner Follow the City’s and Recreation and Community Services’ policies and regulations. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum age at the time of hire is 18 years old. No experience is required. Some office and/or customer service experience is preferred. Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken. Bilingual communication skills in Spanish, Vietnamese or Chinese are a plus. Typical Qualifications SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment. Essential duties require prolonged sitting, computer use, and telephone use in an office environment and be able to reach, squat, lift, and carry up to 25 pounds. Work is typically accomplished in an indoor environment with heavy public contact. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Supervision is received from a Recreation Services Supervisor, or higher, job classification. No supervision is exercised over others. The City of Milpitas is an Equal Opportunity/ADA employer. Reasonable accommodation in the application, examination, and selection process will be made upon request to Human Resources at (408) 586-3090. The information contained in this announcement does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract and these provisions are subject to change. City of Milpitas Temporary/ Seasonal Employee* Benefits at a Glance Retirement Benefits Federal law requires that employees who are not members of the City retirement plan (CalPERS) be covered under an alternate retirement plan (PARS). 6% of your salary will be deducted for participation in the PARS plan. The City will also contribute 1.5% of your earnings to your PARS account every pay period. Paid Time Off In accordance with State Law, after 90 days, Temporary/Seasonal employees receive 24 hours to use for sick leave. Work and Life Temporary/Seasonal employees are eligible for membership at the Milpitas Sports Center. Temporary/Seasonal employees are eligible for membership in Commonwealth Credit Union, which offers a broad range of financial and investment services. Temporary/Seasonal employees may qualify for Transportation Reduction Incentive Program (TRIP) cash incentive or transit subsidies based on their commute method. Health Insurance (Not available to most Temporary/Seasonal Employees) Temporary employees in a non-clerical position hired in the Planning, Engineering and Building Divisions may qualify for participation in CalPERS health, Delta Dental and Vision. (per Res. 7062) o Multiple plans available through CalPERS Health; plans with Kaiser rate or lower are paid by the City. Delta Dental: City paid Vision: City paid *Temporary/Seasonal employees are limited to work no more than 1000 hours per Fiscal Year. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 29, 2023
Temporary
Definition **THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED, AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICATIONS ARE SCREENED ON A REGULAR BASIS ** The Recreation Administrative Assistant classification is responsible for providing outstanding customer service at the Recreation facilities while performing basic clerical tasks and light maintenance to ensure facilities are safe, presentable, and welcoming. Assignments are generally limited and routine in scope and are performed within a procedural framework established by higher-level employees. Although Recreation Administrative Assistants are trained to work interchangeably at the Milpitas Community Center, Milpitas Sports Center, and Barbara Lee Senior Center, most are assigned a regular weekly schedule at one of the three facilities and have the option to pick up additional shifts at any facility. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a temporary, unbenefited position and is considered extra help. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Greet members of the public, visitors, delivery personnel, and employees arriving at the facility. Provide directions and assist with check-in as needed. Respond to in-person, phone, and e-mail inquiries, handling routine requests promptly and professionally, routing complex inquiries to the appropriate staff member, taking messages, and following up on inquiries as needed. Process registration, rental, and membership transactions in the ActiveNet system and perform cashier duties Maintain the office and lobby areas, including bulletin boards, literature racks, and lobby decor. Data entry, generating reports, filing, and retrieving files. Receive and distribute supply orders and maintain inventory records. Open and close building in accordance with established procedures. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Basic office functions Customer service techniques Appropriate use of office equipment Basic record-keeping Ability to: Maintain a professional front desk environment by providing friendly, professional, efficient customer service to diverse external and internal clients. Understand and enforce facility rules, policies, and procedures, demonstrate leadership, public relations, and good decision-making skills Understand, accurately explain, and enthusiastically promote in conversation the programs, services, rentals, and special events offered departmentwide. Maintain attention to detail when processing transactions and paperwork. Perform various cleaning and maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility, including front desk and lobby environment. Promptly reporting safety concerns and emergencies and mitigating hazards. Ability to work independently, as this employee may be the only staff in the building during certain early or late shifts. Prepare and maintain reports Represent the City of Milpitas Recreation and Community Services in a professional manner Follow the City’s and Recreation and Community Services’ policies and regulations. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum age at the time of hire is 18 years old. No experience is required. Some office and/or customer service experience is preferred. Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken. Bilingual communication skills in Spanish, Vietnamese or Chinese are a plus. Typical Qualifications SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment. Essential duties require prolonged sitting, computer use, and telephone use in an office environment and be able to reach, squat, lift, and carry up to 25 pounds. Work is typically accomplished in an indoor environment with heavy public contact. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Supervision is received from a Recreation Services Supervisor, or higher, job classification. No supervision is exercised over others. The City of Milpitas is an Equal Opportunity/ADA employer. Reasonable accommodation in the application, examination, and selection process will be made upon request to Human Resources at (408) 586-3090. The information contained in this announcement does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract and these provisions are subject to change. City of Milpitas Temporary/ Seasonal Employee* Benefits at a Glance Retirement Benefits Federal law requires that employees who are not members of the City retirement plan (CalPERS) be covered under an alternate retirement plan (PARS). 6% of your salary will be deducted for participation in the PARS plan. The City will also contribute 1.5% of your earnings to your PARS account every pay period. Paid Time Off In accordance with State Law, after 90 days, Temporary/Seasonal employees receive 24 hours to use for sick leave. Work and Life Temporary/Seasonal employees are eligible for membership at the Milpitas Sports Center. Temporary/Seasonal employees are eligible for membership in Commonwealth Credit Union, which offers a broad range of financial and investment services. Temporary/Seasonal employees may qualify for Transportation Reduction Incentive Program (TRIP) cash incentive or transit subsidies based on their commute method. Health Insurance (Not available to most Temporary/Seasonal Employees) Temporary employees in a non-clerical position hired in the Planning, Engineering and Building Divisions may qualify for participation in CalPERS health, Delta Dental and Vision. (per Res. 7062) o Multiple plans available through CalPERS Health; plans with Kaiser rate or lower are paid by the City. Delta Dental: City paid Vision: City paid *Temporary/Seasonal employees are limited to work no more than 1000 hours per Fiscal Year. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara, California, United States
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
Aug 16, 2023
Full Time
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
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego, CA 92182, USA
Description: Position Summary Under the lead direction of the Test Accommodations Center Coordinator and the supervision of the Assistant Director of Student Disability Services, the After-hours Testing Accommodations Assistant of this position coordinates and assists in the delivery of test accommodations to students with disabilities, which are legally mandated accommodations under the ADA. Test accommodations are authorized for students whose documented disabilities require special arrangement during academic quizzes, tests and final examinations and are usually provided in SDS’s Test Accommodation Center (TAC). Examples of test accommodations include extra time on exams, use of assistive technology and software, use of student reader or scribe, separate, quiet rooms, use of a calculator, computers, or special equipment, etc. The TAC is an extension of the faculty’s academic classroom environment. As such SDS, through the Testing Accommodations Coordinator and TAC staff work closely with faculty and students to provide these legally mandated accommodations while meeting the academic requirements of the exams and maintaining the integrity of the testing environment. Test accommodations are in place to allow students with disabilities an opportunity to best demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities learned during their classroom experiences and to make successful progress toward their degrees. The After-hours Testing Accommodations Assistant services the front desk operations in the TAC by greeting students, faculty and visitors, explaining and carrying out TAC procedures, provides lead direction for student test proctors, keeps detailed records of TAC activities, ensures the receipt of confidential tests from professors, and assures that completed tests are returned to professors without controversy. The center deals with an increasing number of standard requests for accommodations as well as a wide range of faculty inquiries, concerns, and special circumstances. The TAC works with over 1,500 students authorized to receive test accommodations and successfully administers over 6,000 accommodated quizzes, tests and final exams each year. The After-hours Testing Accommodations Assistant will also provide after-hours general oversight, especially in emergency situations (e.g., an agitated student for which public safety needs to be notified, power outage that interrupts testing process) for other student assistants working after-hours at SDS including proctors in the Test Accommodation Center and front desk assistants. This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position anticipated to end on June 30, 2024, with the possibility of reappointment. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. Ability to work evenings on a regular basis and occasional weekend hours. This appointment is for a 10/12 pay-plan position. The incumbent works 10 months per year and is paid over 12 months, with January and June as the anticipated off months. The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego. Department Summary The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity is responsible for the coordination and development of student services and building the inclusive excellence of SDSU's staff and faculty at San Diego State University. Departments include, but not limited to, Assistant Deans for Student Affairs; Career Services; Center for Educational Partnerships, Outreach and Success; Communications Services; Counseling and Psychological Services; Educational Opportunity Programs and Ethnic Affairs; Financial Aid and Scholarships; Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center; New Student and Parent Programs; Office of the Student Ombudsman; Residential Education; Resource Management; Student Ability Success Center; Student Health Services; Student Life and Leadership; Student Rights and Responsibilities; Testing Services Office; Well-being & Health Promotion; Cultural Centers; and programming related to Inclusive Excellence. Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity The Division works proactively to address systemic inequities through professional learning, community building, advocacy, policy recommendations and organizational structures, while facilitating an integrated vision and shared responsibility for prioritizing and advancing institutional goals. We aim to foster an affirming campus culture based on the core values of excellence, equity, diversity, belonging and inclusion through: Recruiting and retaining faculty and staff who are reflective of the diverse student body and communities served by SDSU, and recruiting students who are representative of the rich diversity of the region and the world; Fostering an environment that is welcoming, affirming, and empowering for students, faculty, staff and alumni of all backgrounds; Enhancing the career and educational pathways of a diverse student body, the faculty and staff; and Cultivating relationships with the local community that advance the well-being of diverse individuals and communities. Position upholds the Student Affairs and Campus Diversity Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, specifically: “The Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity acknowledges and honors the inherent value and dignity of all individuals by creating and nurturing a learning and working environment that affirms and leverages our community’s diversity of traditions, heritages, perspectives, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusive excellence designed to facilitate the personal and professional success, growth, development, and well-being of all members of our community. We manifest this commitment through our innovative, strategic and collaborative efforts to develop leaders who believe in and lead others toward practicing civility, mutual respect, and inclusion in our workplaces and society.” The Senior Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity reports to the Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity. The Senior Associate Vice President serves as a lead executive officer in the Division. The Senior Associate Vice President is responsible for the direction and coordination of department programs/personnel as designated by the Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity. The incumbent represents the interests of the Division on a day-to-day basis at the sub-Cabinet level and is responsible for the promotion of student development through a program of co-curricular activities and services to students. The Senior Associate Vice President is also responsible for the quality of the campus social, cultural and educational environment and the student services that enhance the University’s academic programs and the intellectual and personal development of students on the San Diego State University campus. Student Disability Services (SDS) in the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity provides a full range of accommodations and services to nearly 1,800 students with physical, psychological and learning disabilities, facilitating equal access to the educational process. This is accomplished through direct service support, review of campus accessibility, adaptive technology, assessment, test accommodation, and a variety of other services. Accommodations vary according to types of disabilities, and may include sign language interpreting; provision of alternative formats, such as electronic text or Braille; computer-assisted real-time captioning; test accommodation; advising; assistive computer technology; cart transportation service and numerous other services. Provision of these academic support services, technology and advocacy promotes the retention and graduation of students with disabilities at SDSU. The office consists of the Director, Assistant Director, an Accommodations and Evaluations Coordinator, three Counselors, a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Coordinator, an Accommodations Specialist, an Alternative Media and Assistive Technology Coordinator, an Operations Coordinator/Budget Officer, a Test Accommodations Coordinator, a Test Accommodation and Captioning Assistant Coordinator, a Special Services Coordinator, three office support staff and 40-50 hourly employees and student assistants. Two additional programs are affiliated with Student Disability Service. The first is funded by a federal Trio-Student Support Services grant that provides enhanced services intended to increase graduation and retention rates of at-risk undergraduates. The Trio-SSS program employs three professional staff. The second is a Workability IV program that is a cooperative contract between the state Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), SDSU Career Services and Student Disability Services the purpose of which is to deliver enhanced career services to students with disabilities who are DOR consumers. The Workability IV program employs one full-time professional staff and one part-time support staff. For more information regarding the Student Ability Success Center, click here . Education and Experience Entry to this classification requires fundamental written and oral communication skills, including a sound foundation in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation; an ability to understand standard office procedures; an ability to operate standard office equipment; an ability to learn office technology systems; an ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations; and typing and keyboard skills. These entry qualifications would normally be obtained through completion of a high school program or its equivalent and some experience in an office environment. Key Qualifications Ability to work evenings on a regular basis and occasional weekend hours. Experience working with people with disabilities; experience working in a university setting. Compensation and Benefits Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $2,782 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here . CSU Classification Salary Range: $2,782 - $4,094 per month. Diversity and Community at SDSU At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here . Principles of Community At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. Supplemental Information Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on August 31, 2023. To receive full consideration, apply by August 30, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. 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. San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, 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 SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here . SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate 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 military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Beau Barron at bbarron3@sdsu.edu . Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
Sep 09, 2023
Full Time
Description: Position Summary Under the lead direction of the Test Accommodations Center Coordinator and the supervision of the Assistant Director of Student Disability Services, the After-hours Testing Accommodations Assistant of this position coordinates and assists in the delivery of test accommodations to students with disabilities, which are legally mandated accommodations under the ADA. Test accommodations are authorized for students whose documented disabilities require special arrangement during academic quizzes, tests and final examinations and are usually provided in SDS’s Test Accommodation Center (TAC). Examples of test accommodations include extra time on exams, use of assistive technology and software, use of student reader or scribe, separate, quiet rooms, use of a calculator, computers, or special equipment, etc. The TAC is an extension of the faculty’s academic classroom environment. As such SDS, through the Testing Accommodations Coordinator and TAC staff work closely with faculty and students to provide these legally mandated accommodations while meeting the academic requirements of the exams and maintaining the integrity of the testing environment. Test accommodations are in place to allow students with disabilities an opportunity to best demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities learned during their classroom experiences and to make successful progress toward their degrees. The After-hours Testing Accommodations Assistant services the front desk operations in the TAC by greeting students, faculty and visitors, explaining and carrying out TAC procedures, provides lead direction for student test proctors, keeps detailed records of TAC activities, ensures the receipt of confidential tests from professors, and assures that completed tests are returned to professors without controversy. The center deals with an increasing number of standard requests for accommodations as well as a wide range of faculty inquiries, concerns, and special circumstances. The TAC works with over 1,500 students authorized to receive test accommodations and successfully administers over 6,000 accommodated quizzes, tests and final exams each year. The After-hours Testing Accommodations Assistant will also provide after-hours general oversight, especially in emergency situations (e.g., an agitated student for which public safety needs to be notified, power outage that interrupts testing process) for other student assistants working after-hours at SDS including proctors in the Test Accommodation Center and front desk assistants. This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, temporary position anticipated to end on June 30, 2024, with the possibility of reappointment. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. Ability to work evenings on a regular basis and occasional weekend hours. This appointment is for a 10/12 pay-plan position. The incumbent works 10 months per year and is paid over 12 months, with January and June as the anticipated off months. The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego. Department Summary The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity is responsible for the coordination and development of student services and building the inclusive excellence of SDSU's staff and faculty at San Diego State University. Departments include, but not limited to, Assistant Deans for Student Affairs; Career Services; Center for Educational Partnerships, Outreach and Success; Communications Services; Counseling and Psychological Services; Educational Opportunity Programs and Ethnic Affairs; Financial Aid and Scholarships; Joan and Art Barron Veterans Center; New Student and Parent Programs; Office of the Student Ombudsman; Residential Education; Resource Management; Student Ability Success Center; Student Health Services; Student Life and Leadership; Student Rights and Responsibilities; Testing Services Office; Well-being & Health Promotion; Cultural Centers; and programming related to Inclusive Excellence. Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity The Division works proactively to address systemic inequities through professional learning, community building, advocacy, policy recommendations and organizational structures, while facilitating an integrated vision and shared responsibility for prioritizing and advancing institutional goals. We aim to foster an affirming campus culture based on the core values of excellence, equity, diversity, belonging and inclusion through: Recruiting and retaining faculty and staff who are reflective of the diverse student body and communities served by SDSU, and recruiting students who are representative of the rich diversity of the region and the world; Fostering an environment that is welcoming, affirming, and empowering for students, faculty, staff and alumni of all backgrounds; Enhancing the career and educational pathways of a diverse student body, the faculty and staff; and Cultivating relationships with the local community that advance the well-being of diverse individuals and communities. Position upholds the Student Affairs and Campus Diversity Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, specifically: “The Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity acknowledges and honors the inherent value and dignity of all individuals by creating and nurturing a learning and working environment that affirms and leverages our community’s diversity of traditions, heritages, perspectives, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusive excellence designed to facilitate the personal and professional success, growth, development, and well-being of all members of our community. We manifest this commitment through our innovative, strategic and collaborative efforts to develop leaders who believe in and lead others toward practicing civility, mutual respect, and inclusion in our workplaces and society.” The Senior Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity reports to the Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity. The Senior Associate Vice President serves as a lead executive officer in the Division. The Senior Associate Vice President is responsible for the direction and coordination of department programs/personnel as designated by the Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity. The incumbent represents the interests of the Division on a day-to-day basis at the sub-Cabinet level and is responsible for the promotion of student development through a program of co-curricular activities and services to students. The Senior Associate Vice President is also responsible for the quality of the campus social, cultural and educational environment and the student services that enhance the University’s academic programs and the intellectual and personal development of students on the San Diego State University campus. Student Disability Services (SDS) in the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity provides a full range of accommodations and services to nearly 1,800 students with physical, psychological and learning disabilities, facilitating equal access to the educational process. This is accomplished through direct service support, review of campus accessibility, adaptive technology, assessment, test accommodation, and a variety of other services. Accommodations vary according to types of disabilities, and may include sign language interpreting; provision of alternative formats, such as electronic text or Braille; computer-assisted real-time captioning; test accommodation; advising; assistive computer technology; cart transportation service and numerous other services. Provision of these academic support services, technology and advocacy promotes the retention and graduation of students with disabilities at SDSU. The office consists of the Director, Assistant Director, an Accommodations and Evaluations Coordinator, three Counselors, a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Access Coordinator, an Accommodations Specialist, an Alternative Media and Assistive Technology Coordinator, an Operations Coordinator/Budget Officer, a Test Accommodations Coordinator, a Test Accommodation and Captioning Assistant Coordinator, a Special Services Coordinator, three office support staff and 40-50 hourly employees and student assistants. Two additional programs are affiliated with Student Disability Service. The first is funded by a federal Trio-Student Support Services grant that provides enhanced services intended to increase graduation and retention rates of at-risk undergraduates. The Trio-SSS program employs three professional staff. The second is a Workability IV program that is a cooperative contract between the state Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), SDSU Career Services and Student Disability Services the purpose of which is to deliver enhanced career services to students with disabilities who are DOR consumers. The Workability IV program employs one full-time professional staff and one part-time support staff. For more information regarding the Student Ability Success Center, click here . Education and Experience Entry to this classification requires fundamental written and oral communication skills, including a sound foundation in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation; an ability to understand standard office procedures; an ability to operate standard office equipment; an ability to learn office technology systems; an ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations; and typing and keyboard skills. These entry qualifications would normally be obtained through completion of a high school program or its equivalent and some experience in an office environment. Key Qualifications Ability to work evenings on a regular basis and occasional weekend hours. Experience working with people with disabilities; experience working in a university setting. Compensation and Benefits Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $2,782 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here . CSU Classification Salary Range: $2,782 - $4,094 per month. Diversity and Community at SDSU At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here . Principles of Community At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. Supplemental Information Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on August 31, 2023. To receive full consideration, apply by August 30, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. 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. San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, 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 SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here . SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate 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 military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Beau Barron at bbarron3@sdsu.edu . Closing Date/Time: Open until filled
CITY OF RIVERSIDE, CA
Riverside, CA, United States
The Position The City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position of Utilities Associate or Senior Water Engineer to fill one (1) vacancy in the Water Resources Engineering Division. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. Utilities Associate Water Engineer Salary Range: $46.38 - $62.16 per hour. This job classification is a union position and represented by SEIU. The Utilities Associate Water Engineer provides skilled technical and professional water engineering work for the Public Utility. Designs, investigates, and participates in the construction of water utility projects, and does related work as required. Utilities Senior Water Engineer Salary Range: $123,588 - $150,216 annually. This job classification is in the Professional employee group and not represented by a union. Under general supervision, a Utilities Senior Water Engineer performs supervisory and/or professional water engineering work in the design, investigation and construction of water utility projects; and does related work as required. Work Performed Duties for a Utilities Associate Water Engineer may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plan and perform water construction engineering work professionally and accurately; participate in and complete water projects, water quality projects, and upgrades to the Water infrastructure requiring general engineering and technical ability. Perform advanced studies of technical, environmental, and economic feasibility, engineering field studies, and related studies pertaining to proposed and existing municipal facilities; provide insight, expertise, supervision, and direction for water projects and initiatives. Research, investigate, and discover activities pertaining to new and failed materials, engineering, and construction practices; provide recommendations and expertise regarding faulty materials and potential solutions. Prepare, draft, and create contracts and specifications for engineering and construction services; effectively apply engineering knowledge to specific projects or problems needing engineering solutions. Develop and update written directives for the department and for use by other employees to include engineering guidelines, standard material lists, standard specifications, and other technical and administrative policies and procedures as applicable; research activities pertaining to water materials and engineering practices. Develop, coordinate, and assist in the water infrastructure activities and management of large engineering projects; assist in the identification of special and critical problems which have an important effect on other significant utility projects. Prepare and review economic, hydraulic and hydrogeologic analyses and project justification reports. Provide background information and documentation for management consideration on major projects and technical matters involving engineering theories, concepts, and principles. Make sound decisions independently on major technical problems and methods related to the work being performed; monitor and oversee safety adherence and compliance. Perform site visits to water facilities and construction sites to gather information, observe construction activity, or collect data. Attend meetings with other City Departments and outside agencies to coordinate projects with other agencies. Perform related work as required. Duties for a Utilities Senior Water Engineer may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs studies of technical, environmental, and economic feasibility, engineering field studies, and related studies pertaining to proposed and existing municipal facilities. Prepares contracts and specifications for engineering and construction services. Plans and performs their own work and completes special projects requiring engineering and technical ability as assigned. Provides background information and documentation for management consideration on various projects. Makes sound decisions on minor problems related to the work being performed based on established guidelines and principles and supervisor guidance. Complete special projects requiring advanced engineering and technical ability. Develop and update written directives for the department and for use by other employees to include engineering guidelines, standard material lists, standard specifications, and other technical and administrative policies and procedures as applicable. Research activities pertaining to water materials and engineering practices. Prepare and review economic, hydraulic and hydrogeologic analyses and project justification reports. Develop major engineering projects and other engineering projects with unique problems which have an important effect on major public works projects. Provide background information and documentation for management consideration on major projects and technical matters involving advanced engineering theories, concepts and principles. Perform complex studies of technical, environmental, and economic feasibility, engineering field studies, and related studies pertaining to proposed and existing system facility improvements. Plan own work and the work of others. Complete special projects that are frequently of long duration and complexity. Work with other engineering personnel with limited experience in an advisory or supervisory capacity. Make decisions independently on technical problems and methods related to the work being performed. Qualifications Qualifications for Utilities Associate Water Engineer: Education : A bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, or in a closely related engineering field from an accredited college or university. Experience : Two (2) years of experience in professional water utility or related engineering work. Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. An Engineer-in-Training Certificate is required for the Associate Engineer classes. Highly Desired Qualifications for Associate: Experience performing groundwater, surface water, or hydraulic calculations, data processing, and conducting critical analyses of water resources data as needed for water resources planning and State reports submittals. Knowledge of State regulations and AWWA standards with regard to drought, conservation, water loss, and contaminants of emerging concerns. Experience utilizing GIS software for preparing project exhibits and performing spatial analyses. Ability to prepare, review and comment on water management plans, water supply assessments, and grants to fund water resource activities. Ability to coordinate with State and Federal regulatory agencies and outside agencies/entities (USFW, SWRCB, RWQCB, CDFW, SAWPA, surrounding water agencies, and alike). Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on technical report writing and technical presentations. Ability to build effective working relationships and function as a team player across Divisions, Departments and outside organizations. Qualifications for Utilities Senior Water Engineer: Education: A bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university Experience: Four years of experience in professional water engineering work comparable to that of a Utilities Assistant/Utilities Associate Engineer in the City of Riverside OR Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a closely related area Experience: Five years of experience performing professional water utility or related engineering work comparable to that of a Utilities Assistant/Utilities Associate Engineer in the City of Riverside. Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Registration in California as a Professional Engineer is required for the Senior Engineer class. Highly Desired Qualifications for Senior: In addition to the highly desired qualifications for Associate Engineer: Experience in preparing and managing planning-level projects, and programs related to water supply development, water quality, and demand management such as Urban Water Management Plans and Water Supply and Demand Assessment. Experience managing long-range water resources studies and planning investigations, and programs related to groundwater basin management and optimization, groundwater development, surface water capture, and recharge, recycled water, and conservation. Experience coordinating with State and Federal regulatory agencies; and, outside agencies and/or entities (USFW, SWRCB, RWQCB, CDFW, SAWPA, surrounding water agencies, and alike). Experience preparing Board and Council reports. Passion for solving complex engineering problems, and desire to develop and mentor other engineers. Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: ( Application Guide). The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver's License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/ physical examination . NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
Sep 15, 2023
Full Time
The Position The City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position of Utilities Associate or Senior Water Engineer to fill one (1) vacancy in the Water Resources Engineering Division. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. Utilities Associate Water Engineer Salary Range: $46.38 - $62.16 per hour. This job classification is a union position and represented by SEIU. The Utilities Associate Water Engineer provides skilled technical and professional water engineering work for the Public Utility. Designs, investigates, and participates in the construction of water utility projects, and does related work as required. Utilities Senior Water Engineer Salary Range: $123,588 - $150,216 annually. This job classification is in the Professional employee group and not represented by a union. Under general supervision, a Utilities Senior Water Engineer performs supervisory and/or professional water engineering work in the design, investigation and construction of water utility projects; and does related work as required. Work Performed Duties for a Utilities Associate Water Engineer may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plan and perform water construction engineering work professionally and accurately; participate in and complete water projects, water quality projects, and upgrades to the Water infrastructure requiring general engineering and technical ability. Perform advanced studies of technical, environmental, and economic feasibility, engineering field studies, and related studies pertaining to proposed and existing municipal facilities; provide insight, expertise, supervision, and direction for water projects and initiatives. Research, investigate, and discover activities pertaining to new and failed materials, engineering, and construction practices; provide recommendations and expertise regarding faulty materials and potential solutions. Prepare, draft, and create contracts and specifications for engineering and construction services; effectively apply engineering knowledge to specific projects or problems needing engineering solutions. Develop and update written directives for the department and for use by other employees to include engineering guidelines, standard material lists, standard specifications, and other technical and administrative policies and procedures as applicable; research activities pertaining to water materials and engineering practices. Develop, coordinate, and assist in the water infrastructure activities and management of large engineering projects; assist in the identification of special and critical problems which have an important effect on other significant utility projects. Prepare and review economic, hydraulic and hydrogeologic analyses and project justification reports. Provide background information and documentation for management consideration on major projects and technical matters involving engineering theories, concepts, and principles. Make sound decisions independently on major technical problems and methods related to the work being performed; monitor and oversee safety adherence and compliance. Perform site visits to water facilities and construction sites to gather information, observe construction activity, or collect data. Attend meetings with other City Departments and outside agencies to coordinate projects with other agencies. Perform related work as required. Duties for a Utilities Senior Water Engineer may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs studies of technical, environmental, and economic feasibility, engineering field studies, and related studies pertaining to proposed and existing municipal facilities. Prepares contracts and specifications for engineering and construction services. Plans and performs their own work and completes special projects requiring engineering and technical ability as assigned. Provides background information and documentation for management consideration on various projects. Makes sound decisions on minor problems related to the work being performed based on established guidelines and principles and supervisor guidance. Complete special projects requiring advanced engineering and technical ability. Develop and update written directives for the department and for use by other employees to include engineering guidelines, standard material lists, standard specifications, and other technical and administrative policies and procedures as applicable. Research activities pertaining to water materials and engineering practices. Prepare and review economic, hydraulic and hydrogeologic analyses and project justification reports. Develop major engineering projects and other engineering projects with unique problems which have an important effect on major public works projects. Provide background information and documentation for management consideration on major projects and technical matters involving advanced engineering theories, concepts and principles. Perform complex studies of technical, environmental, and economic feasibility, engineering field studies, and related studies pertaining to proposed and existing system facility improvements. Plan own work and the work of others. Complete special projects that are frequently of long duration and complexity. Work with other engineering personnel with limited experience in an advisory or supervisory capacity. Make decisions independently on technical problems and methods related to the work being performed. Qualifications Qualifications for Utilities Associate Water Engineer: Education : A bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, or in a closely related engineering field from an accredited college or university. Experience : Two (2) years of experience in professional water utility or related engineering work. Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. An Engineer-in-Training Certificate is required for the Associate Engineer classes. Highly Desired Qualifications for Associate: Experience performing groundwater, surface water, or hydraulic calculations, data processing, and conducting critical analyses of water resources data as needed for water resources planning and State reports submittals. Knowledge of State regulations and AWWA standards with regard to drought, conservation, water loss, and contaminants of emerging concerns. Experience utilizing GIS software for preparing project exhibits and performing spatial analyses. Ability to prepare, review and comment on water management plans, water supply assessments, and grants to fund water resource activities. Ability to coordinate with State and Federal regulatory agencies and outside agencies/entities (USFW, SWRCB, RWQCB, CDFW, SAWPA, surrounding water agencies, and alike). Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on technical report writing and technical presentations. Ability to build effective working relationships and function as a team player across Divisions, Departments and outside organizations. Qualifications for Utilities Senior Water Engineer: Education: A bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university Experience: Four years of experience in professional water engineering work comparable to that of a Utilities Assistant/Utilities Associate Engineer in the City of Riverside OR Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a closely related area Experience: Five years of experience performing professional water utility or related engineering work comparable to that of a Utilities Assistant/Utilities Associate Engineer in the City of Riverside. Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Registration in California as a Professional Engineer is required for the Senior Engineer class. Highly Desired Qualifications for Senior: In addition to the highly desired qualifications for Associate Engineer: Experience in preparing and managing planning-level projects, and programs related to water supply development, water quality, and demand management such as Urban Water Management Plans and Water Supply and Demand Assessment. Experience managing long-range water resources studies and planning investigations, and programs related to groundwater basin management and optimization, groundwater development, surface water capture, and recharge, recycled water, and conservation. Experience coordinating with State and Federal regulatory agencies; and, outside agencies and/or entities (USFW, SWRCB, RWQCB, CDFW, SAWPA, surrounding water agencies, and alike). Experience preparing Board and Council reports. Passion for solving complex engineering problems, and desire to develop and mentor other engineers. Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: ( Application Guide). The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver's License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/ physical examination . NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
City of Long Beach, CA
Long Beach, CA, United States
DESCRIPTION The City of Long Beach is seeking an experienced, creative, innovative and collaborative individual who is committed to develop and lead the Department of Public Works, Local Infrastructure Division . THE COMMUNITY Ideally located on the Pacific Ocean south of Los Angeles, adjacent to Orange County, the City of Long Beach, California (population 470,000) is frequently described as a series of strong, diverse interwoven smaller communities within a large city. Enjoying an ideal Southern California climate, Long Beach is home to an abundance of cultural and recreational options. The Long Beach Convention Center, Aquarium of the Pacific, Queen Mary, and the annual Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, plus a wide variety of other attractions (two historic ranchos, three marinas, and five golf courses), serve to draw 6.5 million visitors a year. The City is also home to California State University, Long Beach and Long Beach City College. Cal State Long Beach is the second largest university in the state and was recently ranked the No. 3 best-value public college in the nation. Covering approximately 50 square miles, Long Beach is supported by a wide mix of industries with education, health and social services, manufacturing, retail trade, and professional services comprising the highest representation. Known for its livable and desirable neighborhoods, Long Beach was named by America's Promise Alliance as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People two years in a row. While it offers all the amenities of a large metropolis, many say Long Beach offers the added benefit of having maintained a strong sense of community and cohesiveness despite its growth. A superb climate, quality schools, a vibrant downtown, and a wide variety of neighborhoods help make Long Beach one of the most livable communities in the country. CITY GOVERNMENT Long Beach, a charter city formed in 1897, is governed by nine City Council Members elected by district and a city-wide elected Mayor. Other elected officials include the City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Prosecutor. The elected officials are elected to staggered four-year terms. The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Clerk. The City Manager is responsible for the efficient administration of all City departments, excluding those under the direction of a separately elected official, Board or Commission. Long Beach is one of only three cities in California with its own Health Department and one of the very few municipalities with its own Water and Energy Resources Departments. In 2019, the City of Long Beach and Plenary Properties Long Beach unveiled the completion of the new four-building Long Beach Civic Center, which includes a new City Hall and Port Administration Building. The tree-lined pedestrian plaza is reflective of an innovative public-private partnership and the Civic Center is designed to revitalize the civic core of downtown to serve residents, attract visitors, and provide safe and efficient city operations. The City is supported by a FY2023 total budget of $3.2 billion with a General Fund budget of $669 million. It has a FY 2023 Capital Improvement Budget of $500 million. Long Beach employs approximately 6,048 full-time equivalent staff. THE DEPARTMENT The mission of Public Works is to provide outstanding City-wide services improving the quality of life for the community while being responsible stewards of the city's physical assets. Public Works does this through a customer service lens with specialized skills, innovation, and responsiveness. Core services include preserving and enhancing the city's infrastructure, transportation systems, streets, sidewalks, and urban forest. The Department has six bureaus: Business Operations, Traffic and Mobility, Engineering, Environmental Services, Public Services and Project Management. The bureaus jointly manage the collection of refuse and recycling, capital projects, and the City's stormwater systems, review, and issue permits, provide emergency response, and safely and efficiently manage and maintain the city's public right of way and public facilities. The Department has over 628 budgeted positions with an annual operating budget of $270 million and an annual capital improvement program budget of $170 million. Additional information on the Department can be found at www.longbeach.gov. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES THE POSITION The Assistant City Engineer is an at-will position who reports to the City Engineer and manages the Civil Engineering Division of the Engineering Bureau. The Division comprises up to 20 full-time employees responsible for capital improvement project (CIP) engineering design, program and project management, construction management, contract administration, and engineering administrative tasks. The Assistant City Engineer coordinates work assignments within the Division and acts as the City Engineer in their absence. The Assistant City Engineer is responsible for the oversight and management of approximately 1,000 miles of streets and alleys, 1,200 miles of sidewalks, and 130 bridges and works closely with the Stormwater Management and Traffic Engineering Divisions. Long Beach follows a Pavement Management Plan and an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Transition Plan which include condition surveys and repair/replacement recommendations. The City also completed an Infrastructure Investment Plan which includes the improvement and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, curbs, trees, parks, bridges, drainage systems, and other public facilities. The Assistant City Engineer helps ensure projects aligned with the Infrastructure Investment Plan are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner, maintains current engineering standards and specifications, and administers floodplain management regulations. The Assistant City Engineer will have the opportunity to address several challenges including managing limited resources to deliver a large workload while maintaining an effective quality assurance/quality control program. Project prioritization and coordination with affected agencies and utilities will also be a key objective for this position. Recruitment Brochure: CLICK HERE THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The City of Long Beach seeks an Assistant City Engineer with strong technical expertise in Public Works infrastructure planning, design and/or construction, complemented by strong leadership and project management skills. Delivering infrastructure projects is of critical importance, therefore building and maintaining a team-oriented environment that emphasizes cooperation, collaboration, and responsiveness will be key. The candidate selected will also be able to communicate their vision to staff and engender team support effectively. The ideal candidate will be an excellent verbal and written communicator and possess superior interpersonal skills as they frequently represent the City in small and large group settings. Considered a relationship builder, they will be a collaborative leader with the proven ability to effectively direct the work of staff and contractors and possess the political acumen and well-rounded communication skills to work with client departments, the public/community, and intra-department staff. The individual selected will have an approachable demeanor and the ability to resolve conflicts diplomatically. The candidate selected will be a hands-on and engaged manager who is visible and accessible to staff. A track record of mentoring and developing engineers for succession is highly desired. They must be comfortable being a working manager who enjoys close alliances and partnerships within the department and with other city departments. A skilled and focused problem solver, the candidate selected will offer extensive project management experience that includes considerable experience selecting and working with consultants, as well as negotiating and managing contracts. The ideal candidate will also embody the attributes of: Principled leadership emphasizing ethical behavior, transparency, accountability, and responsibility; Values-based management, making authentic decisions that build trust and commitment; Commitment that extends beyond one's self-interest; and Shared vision by keeping the big picture at the forefront of decision-making, employing foresight to plan for obstacles, and communicating that vision to team members in a meaningful, actionable, and engaging way. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: The Department of Public Works invites candidates who meet the following minimum requirements to apply: Education: Graduation from an accredited university or college with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. (Proof of possession of a degree required at submission) . Possession of a Master's Degree is desirable, but not required. Experience: Six years of progressively responsible engineering experience, one of which must have been at the level of a Senior Civil Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Senior Structural Engineer, or Senior Traffic Engineer, with three years of supervisory experience. A combination of public and private sector experience is acceptable. Experience in an organization of similar size, complexity, and structure with similar challenges is desirable. Additional Requirements: Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer with the State of California. Proof required at time of submission. SELECTION PROCEDURE If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please submit an application through https://www.tbcrecruiting.com/Recruitments/Details/659 . Applications will be accepted until October 15, 2023 at 11:59 PM. Teri Black & Company will conduct preliminary interviews as resumes are received. Application inquiries should be directed to Tina White (619-948-789) or Teri Black (424- 296-3111) or request an appointment to discuss further by contacting www.tbcrecruiting.com. The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act . You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act . Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Sep 14, 2023
Full Time
DESCRIPTION The City of Long Beach is seeking an experienced, creative, innovative and collaborative individual who is committed to develop and lead the Department of Public Works, Local Infrastructure Division . THE COMMUNITY Ideally located on the Pacific Ocean south of Los Angeles, adjacent to Orange County, the City of Long Beach, California (population 470,000) is frequently described as a series of strong, diverse interwoven smaller communities within a large city. Enjoying an ideal Southern California climate, Long Beach is home to an abundance of cultural and recreational options. The Long Beach Convention Center, Aquarium of the Pacific, Queen Mary, and the annual Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, plus a wide variety of other attractions (two historic ranchos, three marinas, and five golf courses), serve to draw 6.5 million visitors a year. The City is also home to California State University, Long Beach and Long Beach City College. Cal State Long Beach is the second largest university in the state and was recently ranked the No. 3 best-value public college in the nation. Covering approximately 50 square miles, Long Beach is supported by a wide mix of industries with education, health and social services, manufacturing, retail trade, and professional services comprising the highest representation. Known for its livable and desirable neighborhoods, Long Beach was named by America's Promise Alliance as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People two years in a row. While it offers all the amenities of a large metropolis, many say Long Beach offers the added benefit of having maintained a strong sense of community and cohesiveness despite its growth. A superb climate, quality schools, a vibrant downtown, and a wide variety of neighborhoods help make Long Beach one of the most livable communities in the country. CITY GOVERNMENT Long Beach, a charter city formed in 1897, is governed by nine City Council Members elected by district and a city-wide elected Mayor. Other elected officials include the City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Prosecutor. The elected officials are elected to staggered four-year terms. The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Clerk. The City Manager is responsible for the efficient administration of all City departments, excluding those under the direction of a separately elected official, Board or Commission. Long Beach is one of only three cities in California with its own Health Department and one of the very few municipalities with its own Water and Energy Resources Departments. In 2019, the City of Long Beach and Plenary Properties Long Beach unveiled the completion of the new four-building Long Beach Civic Center, which includes a new City Hall and Port Administration Building. The tree-lined pedestrian plaza is reflective of an innovative public-private partnership and the Civic Center is designed to revitalize the civic core of downtown to serve residents, attract visitors, and provide safe and efficient city operations. The City is supported by a FY2023 total budget of $3.2 billion with a General Fund budget of $669 million. It has a FY 2023 Capital Improvement Budget of $500 million. Long Beach employs approximately 6,048 full-time equivalent staff. THE DEPARTMENT The mission of Public Works is to provide outstanding City-wide services improving the quality of life for the community while being responsible stewards of the city's physical assets. Public Works does this through a customer service lens with specialized skills, innovation, and responsiveness. Core services include preserving and enhancing the city's infrastructure, transportation systems, streets, sidewalks, and urban forest. The Department has six bureaus: Business Operations, Traffic and Mobility, Engineering, Environmental Services, Public Services and Project Management. The bureaus jointly manage the collection of refuse and recycling, capital projects, and the City's stormwater systems, review, and issue permits, provide emergency response, and safely and efficiently manage and maintain the city's public right of way and public facilities. The Department has over 628 budgeted positions with an annual operating budget of $270 million and an annual capital improvement program budget of $170 million. Additional information on the Department can be found at www.longbeach.gov. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES THE POSITION The Assistant City Engineer is an at-will position who reports to the City Engineer and manages the Civil Engineering Division of the Engineering Bureau. The Division comprises up to 20 full-time employees responsible for capital improvement project (CIP) engineering design, program and project management, construction management, contract administration, and engineering administrative tasks. The Assistant City Engineer coordinates work assignments within the Division and acts as the City Engineer in their absence. The Assistant City Engineer is responsible for the oversight and management of approximately 1,000 miles of streets and alleys, 1,200 miles of sidewalks, and 130 bridges and works closely with the Stormwater Management and Traffic Engineering Divisions. Long Beach follows a Pavement Management Plan and an Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Transition Plan which include condition surveys and repair/replacement recommendations. The City also completed an Infrastructure Investment Plan which includes the improvement and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, curbs, trees, parks, bridges, drainage systems, and other public facilities. The Assistant City Engineer helps ensure projects aligned with the Infrastructure Investment Plan are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner, maintains current engineering standards and specifications, and administers floodplain management regulations. The Assistant City Engineer will have the opportunity to address several challenges including managing limited resources to deliver a large workload while maintaining an effective quality assurance/quality control program. Project prioritization and coordination with affected agencies and utilities will also be a key objective for this position. Recruitment Brochure: CLICK HERE THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The City of Long Beach seeks an Assistant City Engineer with strong technical expertise in Public Works infrastructure planning, design and/or construction, complemented by strong leadership and project management skills. Delivering infrastructure projects is of critical importance, therefore building and maintaining a team-oriented environment that emphasizes cooperation, collaboration, and responsiveness will be key. The candidate selected will also be able to communicate their vision to staff and engender team support effectively. The ideal candidate will be an excellent verbal and written communicator and possess superior interpersonal skills as they frequently represent the City in small and large group settings. Considered a relationship builder, they will be a collaborative leader with the proven ability to effectively direct the work of staff and contractors and possess the political acumen and well-rounded communication skills to work with client departments, the public/community, and intra-department staff. The individual selected will have an approachable demeanor and the ability to resolve conflicts diplomatically. The candidate selected will be a hands-on and engaged manager who is visible and accessible to staff. A track record of mentoring and developing engineers for succession is highly desired. They must be comfortable being a working manager who enjoys close alliances and partnerships within the department and with other city departments. A skilled and focused problem solver, the candidate selected will offer extensive project management experience that includes considerable experience selecting and working with consultants, as well as negotiating and managing contracts. The ideal candidate will also embody the attributes of: Principled leadership emphasizing ethical behavior, transparency, accountability, and responsibility; Values-based management, making authentic decisions that build trust and commitment; Commitment that extends beyond one's self-interest; and Shared vision by keeping the big picture at the forefront of decision-making, employing foresight to plan for obstacles, and communicating that vision to team members in a meaningful, actionable, and engaging way. REQUIREMENTS TO FILE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: The Department of Public Works invites candidates who meet the following minimum requirements to apply: Education: Graduation from an accredited university or college with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. (Proof of possession of a degree required at submission) . Possession of a Master's Degree is desirable, but not required. Experience: Six years of progressively responsible engineering experience, one of which must have been at the level of a Senior Civil Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Senior Structural Engineer, or Senior Traffic Engineer, with three years of supervisory experience. A combination of public and private sector experience is acceptable. Experience in an organization of similar size, complexity, and structure with similar challenges is desirable. Additional Requirements: Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer with the State of California. Proof required at time of submission. SELECTION PROCEDURE If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please submit an application through https://www.tbcrecruiting.com/Recruitments/Details/659 . Applications will be accepted until October 15, 2023 at 11:59 PM. Teri Black & Company will conduct preliminary interviews as resumes are received. Application inquiries should be directed to Tina White (619-948-789) or Teri Black (424- 296-3111) or request an appointment to discuss further by contacting www.tbcrecruiting.com. The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender. The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act . You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act . Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Introduction This recruitment is being held to fill multiple vacancies with the Department of Public Health Services and to establish a list that may be used to fill future vacancies. Public Health Services (PHS) is hiring for Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Occupational Therapist (OT), and Occupational Therapist - Senior. Applicants can apply at one or all levels, if they qualify. To learn more about each level and for minimum qualifications, please click on the links below: Occupational Therapist Occupational Therapist Assistant Occupational Therapist - Senior Effective July 2024, all employees shall receive a Cost of Living Adjustment of 4% of base salary. Effective July 14, 2025,all employees shall receive a Cost of Living Adjustment of 3% of base salary. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires for all three levels of the Occupational Therapist Series (Occupational Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, and Occupational Therapist - Senior) . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) TYPICAL DUTIES Performs occupational therapy evaluations and interprets findings. Plans and implements occupational therapeutic treatment for patients; establishes appropriate treatment goals; uses equipment properly. Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional, and para-professional staff. Attends staff meetings and patient conferences; conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental personnel; may assist with departmental orientation of new staff. Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports. May act as lead therapist or provides instruction to other Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants and other professional or para-professional staff; may assist in coordinating occupational therapy internship programs; may consult with supervisory staff and provide input into employee and intern evaluations. May assist with departmental projects. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE Current occupational therapy theory, practices, applications, and processes; human anatomy and physiology related to treatments; basic principles of psychology and psychopathology; perceptual-motor theory and principles; medical terminology; basic computer operations, including pertinent software; basic medical record keeping; principles of clinical supervision. ABILITY Organize and implement occupational therapy treatment programs; teach techniques of treatment in specialty areas; conduct individual and group treatment programs; interpret and adapt physician orders and/or written reports; utilize computers and office automation equipment; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; provide guidance and therapy instructions to patients; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, families, staff and others; maintain excellent customer relations; complete accurate medical records and/or charts. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility - operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; occasional bending/squatting; Lifting - occasional lifting of 50 lbs. or less, restraining, lifting/turning people; Vision - frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity - occasional holding and repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; Hearing/Talking - constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds. Special Requirements - may require occasional overtime; may require weekend or evening work; Emotional/Psychological - occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Environmental - occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied weather conditions. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. OnlineWritten Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration.Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral :Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank :The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam :Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives :Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility :If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Please be advised that Human Resources will only be accepting Online Application submittals for this recruitment. Paper application submittalswill not be considered or accepted. Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must besubmitted onlineto the Human Resources Division beforethe submission deadline. Resumes and paper applicationswill not be accepted in lieu of an online application. ( The County assumes no responsibility foronline applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sep 19, 2023
Introduction This recruitment is being held to fill multiple vacancies with the Department of Public Health Services and to establish a list that may be used to fill future vacancies. Public Health Services (PHS) is hiring for Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Occupational Therapist (OT), and Occupational Therapist - Senior. Applicants can apply at one or all levels, if they qualify. To learn more about each level and for minimum qualifications, please click on the links below: Occupational Therapist Occupational Therapist Assistant Occupational Therapist - Senior Effective July 2024, all employees shall receive a Cost of Living Adjustment of 4% of base salary. Effective July 14, 2025,all employees shall receive a Cost of Living Adjustment of 3% of base salary. The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires for all three levels of the Occupational Therapist Series (Occupational Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, and Occupational Therapist - Senior) . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) TYPICAL DUTIES Performs occupational therapy evaluations and interprets findings. Plans and implements occupational therapeutic treatment for patients; establishes appropriate treatment goals; uses equipment properly. Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional, and para-professional staff. Attends staff meetings and patient conferences; conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental personnel; may assist with departmental orientation of new staff. Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports. May act as lead therapist or provides instruction to other Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants and other professional or para-professional staff; may assist in coordinating occupational therapy internship programs; may consult with supervisory staff and provide input into employee and intern evaluations. May assist with departmental projects. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE Current occupational therapy theory, practices, applications, and processes; human anatomy and physiology related to treatments; basic principles of psychology and psychopathology; perceptual-motor theory and principles; medical terminology; basic computer operations, including pertinent software; basic medical record keeping; principles of clinical supervision. ABILITY Organize and implement occupational therapy treatment programs; teach techniques of treatment in specialty areas; conduct individual and group treatment programs; interpret and adapt physician orders and/or written reports; utilize computers and office automation equipment; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; provide guidance and therapy instructions to patients; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, families, staff and others; maintain excellent customer relations; complete accurate medical records and/or charts. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility - operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; occasional bending/squatting; Lifting - occasional lifting of 50 lbs. or less, restraining, lifting/turning people; Vision - frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity - occasional holding and repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; Hearing/Talking - constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds. Special Requirements - may require occasional overtime; may require weekend or evening work; Emotional/Psychological - occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Environmental - occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied weather conditions. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented bySEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation :The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals,use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. OnlineWritten Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration.Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral :Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank :The top rank orranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When fillingnine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam :Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives :Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility :If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Please be advised that Human Resources will only be accepting Online Application submittals for this recruitment. Paper application submittalswill not be considered or accepted. Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must besubmitted onlineto the Human Resources Division beforethe submission deadline. Resumes and paper applicationswill not be accepted in lieu of an online application. ( The County assumes no responsibility foronline applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
California State University (CSU) Chancellor's Office
401 Golden Shore, Long Beach, CA 90802, USA
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 Senior Director - Arbitration Lead . 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 $15,000 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 Senior Director - Arbitration Lead to serve as the Department lead and subject matter expert for the labor arbitration function. In addition, this position will serve as the CSU’s advocate at Public Employment Relations Board conferences and hearings, meet and confer sessions with the applicable union(s) and provide generalist labor relations support for campuses as assigned. Responsibilities Under the general direction of the Associate Vice Chancellor, Labor Relations , the Senior Director - Arbitration Lead will: Act as Department lead and subject matter expert for arbitrations in a department where non-attorneys handle arbitrations and hearings, which includes the following: -Handle systemwide grievances and any resulting arbitrations. -Train new assistant directors on all aspects of arbitration, including but not limited to: formulating theory of case; identifying witnesses; identifying documentary evidence; interviewing witnesses; prepping witnesses for testimony; preparing witness questions; preparing evidence binder; preparing opening statements; and writing post-hearing briefs. -First chair arbitrations with new assistant directors who will act as second chair. -Second chair new assistant directors who are prepared to first chair an arbitration until they’re ready to handle hearings independently. -First or second chair more complex arbitrations/arbitrations that have the potential for significant systemwide impact. -Act as a resource to all assistant directors and directors as they prepare for arbitration hearings, to include reviewing all final arbitration briefs. -Ensure that assistant directors/directors are holding pre-arb meetings and providing evidentiary documents to analysts in time frame set forth in LR Toolkit procedures. -Ensure arbitration summaries are completed and posted to the arbitration SharePoint site. -Assist in updating arbitration procedures in LR Toolkit and preparing training materials for campuses, including working on upcoming initiatives that include preparing orientation and training materials for SWLR, SWHR and campuses. -Oversee the scheduling of all arbitration hearings in the Department. -Assist individual labor relations team members with arbitration strategy, as needed. -Provide arbitration training for the labor relations team. -Assist in selecting arbitrator panels when new panels are selected, resolving any issues that arise with arbitrators, and tracking assistant director/director concerns with arbitrators for consideration when selecting new arbitrator panels. -Oversee SWLR arbitration brief bank and ensure it is updated. -Arbitrate employee grievances arising from collective bargaining agreements. This includes developing arbitration strategies, pre-hearing case summaries, developing exhibits, preparing witnesses, drafting post hearing briefs, and developing settlement agreements. -Serve as the CSU advocate at statutory meet and confer sessions and contract grievance meetings. -Represent the CSU before PERB in all phases of the unfair practice charge process. -Providing high-quality customer service and working as a contributing member of an integrated team of diverse individuals committed to resolving a variety of complex employee and labor relations issues. Leveraging individual and team member's skills and expertise to provide sound and authoritative employee and labor relations advice to internal (ex. Office of General Counsel) and external (ex. campus management) customers. -Respond to inquiries from campus administrators. -Research issues of employment and labor law and regulation, as needed. -Assist in the development of systems to monitor the effectiveness of policies, procedures, and practices. -Develop and present training programs for campus, system managers, and administrators in the areas of advocacy and labor relations. -Analyze proposed labor legislation. -Other duties, as assigned. Qualifications This position requires: -Juris Doctorate degree, but State Bar membership is not required, or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations, Business, Law or other related field. Please note, this is a non-attorney position. -Three to five years of experience acting as first chair when conducting court trials, arbitration hearings or other administrative hearings. -Three to five years of resolving grievances, lawsuits, or equivalent dispute resolution. -Three to five years of labor relations, employee relations or general human resources experience, preferably in a unionized environment. -Possession, or ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California driver’s license. -Demonstrated experience in maintaining an open and approachable manner, easily building rapport with other parties and ability to work effectively as part of a team. -Demonstrated experience in working with numerous stakeholders who hold varying interests and perspectives. -Ability to maintain focus and relationships within a high-volume work environment, which often experiences unexpected shifts in priorities. -Ability to travel, sometimes overnight, within California. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Ability to research questions/issues of public employment policy and law. Preferred Qualifications -Experience in faculty/campus relations in higher education. -California public labor law litigation experience. Application Period Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by September 13, 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
Sep 14, 2023
Full Time
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 Senior Director - Arbitration Lead . 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 $15,000 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 Senior Director - Arbitration Lead to serve as the Department lead and subject matter expert for the labor arbitration function. In addition, this position will serve as the CSU’s advocate at Public Employment Relations Board conferences and hearings, meet and confer sessions with the applicable union(s) and provide generalist labor relations support for campuses as assigned. Responsibilities Under the general direction of the Associate Vice Chancellor, Labor Relations , the Senior Director - Arbitration Lead will: Act as Department lead and subject matter expert for arbitrations in a department where non-attorneys handle arbitrations and hearings, which includes the following: -Handle systemwide grievances and any resulting arbitrations. -Train new assistant directors on all aspects of arbitration, including but not limited to: formulating theory of case; identifying witnesses; identifying documentary evidence; interviewing witnesses; prepping witnesses for testimony; preparing witness questions; preparing evidence binder; preparing opening statements; and writing post-hearing briefs. -First chair arbitrations with new assistant directors who will act as second chair. -Second chair new assistant directors who are prepared to first chair an arbitration until they’re ready to handle hearings independently. -First or second chair more complex arbitrations/arbitrations that have the potential for significant systemwide impact. -Act as a resource to all assistant directors and directors as they prepare for arbitration hearings, to include reviewing all final arbitration briefs. -Ensure that assistant directors/directors are holding pre-arb meetings and providing evidentiary documents to analysts in time frame set forth in LR Toolkit procedures. -Ensure arbitration summaries are completed and posted to the arbitration SharePoint site. -Assist in updating arbitration procedures in LR Toolkit and preparing training materials for campuses, including working on upcoming initiatives that include preparing orientation and training materials for SWLR, SWHR and campuses. -Oversee the scheduling of all arbitration hearings in the Department. -Assist individual labor relations team members with arbitration strategy, as needed. -Provide arbitration training for the labor relations team. -Assist in selecting arbitrator panels when new panels are selected, resolving any issues that arise with arbitrators, and tracking assistant director/director concerns with arbitrators for consideration when selecting new arbitrator panels. -Oversee SWLR arbitration brief bank and ensure it is updated. -Arbitrate employee grievances arising from collective bargaining agreements. This includes developing arbitration strategies, pre-hearing case summaries, developing exhibits, preparing witnesses, drafting post hearing briefs, and developing settlement agreements. -Serve as the CSU advocate at statutory meet and confer sessions and contract grievance meetings. -Represent the CSU before PERB in all phases of the unfair practice charge process. -Providing high-quality customer service and working as a contributing member of an integrated team of diverse individuals committed to resolving a variety of complex employee and labor relations issues. Leveraging individual and team member's skills and expertise to provide sound and authoritative employee and labor relations advice to internal (ex. Office of General Counsel) and external (ex. campus management) customers. -Respond to inquiries from campus administrators. -Research issues of employment and labor law and regulation, as needed. -Assist in the development of systems to monitor the effectiveness of policies, procedures, and practices. -Develop and present training programs for campus, system managers, and administrators in the areas of advocacy and labor relations. -Analyze proposed labor legislation. -Other duties, as assigned. Qualifications This position requires: -Juris Doctorate degree, but State Bar membership is not required, or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations, Business, Law or other related field. Please note, this is a non-attorney position. -Three to five years of experience acting as first chair when conducting court trials, arbitration hearings or other administrative hearings. -Three to five years of resolving grievances, lawsuits, or equivalent dispute resolution. -Three to five years of labor relations, employee relations or general human resources experience, preferably in a unionized environment. -Possession, or ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California driver’s license. -Demonstrated experience in maintaining an open and approachable manner, easily building rapport with other parties and ability to work effectively as part of a team. -Demonstrated experience in working with numerous stakeholders who hold varying interests and perspectives. -Ability to maintain focus and relationships within a high-volume work environment, which often experiences unexpected shifts in priorities. -Ability to travel, sometimes overnight, within California. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Ability to research questions/issues of public employment policy and law. Preferred Qualifications -Experience in faculty/campus relations in higher education. -California public labor law litigation experience. Application Period Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by September 13, 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
City of Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, United States
The Position About the Position: Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Mon-Fri. 8-5P, alternate schedule may be available after probation Work Location: approved for remote work after training Benefit: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Union Representation: This classification is represented by District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view this labor agreement, please click here Applicants not currently employed by the City of Portland start at the entry salary rate. If you are a DCTU represented employee, see labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative. Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. Update application materials if needed. Position Summary A Procurement Assistant (PA) typically provides various types and levels of clerical support to the more senior purchasing and compliance staff members. The incumbent must have excellent data entry and technical skills in the use of business office equipment as well as common software applications such as Outlook, Access, MS Word, and EXCEL, and be able to quickly master the City's business software. As a Procurement Specialist Assistant, you will: assist with purchasing process develop and update lists review and format specifications write project overviews distribute bid documents by fax or mail place legally required ads copy and distribute opened bids and create and issue bid addenda. prepares bid tabulations, Council reports, bid surety lists, contract documents and ordinances prepare letters, forms, memos, project calendars and reports answer questions of internal and external persons, and obtains information from City employees, contractors and vendors update databases and public information systems with project and bid information Questions? Karen Ehn, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources karen.ehn@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Ab ility to work with a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to diverse and complex City services Experience with detailed administrative tasks such as documentation, research, meeting minutes and organization Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Ability to learn, adapt to, and confidently navigate software and changes in process Preferred Qualifications: Although not required, you may have: 1-2 years of procurement experience The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between September 18, 2 023 - October 2, 2023 Required Application Materials: Resume Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. Your résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: October 3, 2023- October 10, 2023 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Your résumé and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: by October 17, 2023 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): mid/late October Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: late October -early November Some positions will require those offered employment to complete and sign a criminal background statement before being considered for employment. (Include if requires an in-depth background investigation.) Step 6: Start Date: mid November A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change. Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: Click here for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations Did you know? The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month . If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Sep 19, 2023
Full Time
The Position About the Position: Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Mon-Fri. 8-5P, alternate schedule may be available after probation Work Location: approved for remote work after training Benefit: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Union Representation: This classification is represented by District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view this labor agreement, please click here Applicants not currently employed by the City of Portland start at the entry salary rate. If you are a DCTU represented employee, see labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative. Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. Update application materials if needed. Position Summary A Procurement Assistant (PA) typically provides various types and levels of clerical support to the more senior purchasing and compliance staff members. The incumbent must have excellent data entry and technical skills in the use of business office equipment as well as common software applications such as Outlook, Access, MS Word, and EXCEL, and be able to quickly master the City's business software. As a Procurement Specialist Assistant, you will: assist with purchasing process develop and update lists review and format specifications write project overviews distribute bid documents by fax or mail place legally required ads copy and distribute opened bids and create and issue bid addenda. prepares bid tabulations, Council reports, bid surety lists, contract documents and ordinances prepare letters, forms, memos, project calendars and reports answer questions of internal and external persons, and obtains information from City employees, contractors and vendors update databases and public information systems with project and bid information Questions? Karen Ehn, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources karen.ehn@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this position: Ab ility to work with a multicultural workforce, promote an equitable workplace environment, and apply equitable program practices to diverse and complex City services Experience with detailed administrative tasks such as documentation, research, meeting minutes and organization Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Ability to learn, adapt to, and confidently navigate software and changes in process Preferred Qualifications: Although not required, you may have: 1-2 years of procurement experience The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between September 18, 2 023 - October 2, 2023 Required Application Materials: Resume Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. Your résumé should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: October 3, 2023- October 10, 2023 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Your résumé and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: by October 17, 2023 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): mid/late October Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: late October -early November Some positions will require those offered employment to complete and sign a criminal background statement before being considered for employment. (Include if requires an in-depth background investigation.) Step 6: Start Date: mid November A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change. Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: Click here for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations Did you know? The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month . If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Cal State University (CSU) San Jose
1 Washington Street, San Jose, CA 95192, USA
Description: Job Summary Reporting to the Associate Vice President (AVP) for Academic Business and Strategic Operations (ABSO), the role of the Executive Assistant is to support the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs in the Office of the Provost. The Executive Assistant to the Provost organizes and performs a variety of complex administrative, technical and project management duties in direct support of the Provost and manages the oversight of the Provost Office. The role of the Executive Assistant requires a solid and collaborative team member capable of confidentiality, initiating professional support, offering administrative assistance, and serving as project administrator for the Office of the Provost, while exhibiting strong organizational skills that are in alignment with the division’s goals. The Executive Assistant serves as the initial point of contact for most information and communications received in the Provost’s Office, and when appropriate, communicates the priorities of the Provost’s Office with senior administrators, University support staff, and other members of the University’s internal and external constituencies. As such, the incumbent is responsible for providing analysis, research, and policy support. The Executive Assistant must work collegially and collaboratively with the Office of the President, vice president’s offices, dean’s offices, and other campus departments as necessary. The Executive Assistant must be capable of working independently and with flexibility and is expected to continuously reassess the priorities of the Provost and the AVP to accommodate matters of varying degrees of attention and urgency. The incumbent is expected to work on site to provide administrative and analytical work of a highly complex division that oversees 9 colleges as well as several administrative units. Key Responsibilities Manages incoming calls and coordinates the Provost’s calendar. Manages and coordinates the logistics for meeting preparation and follow-up assignments. Provides support in ensuring the Provost’s time is utilized efficiently and effectively by monitoring activities and calendar Coordinates the management meetings and activities for Academic Affairs Leadership Team, Provost’s Leadership Team, and Council of Deans, including preparing and distributing agendas, attending all meetings, distributing and tracking action items from these meetings, and if appropriate, attending meetings to take notes for documentation purposes Manages and maintains records for Emeritus Faculty requests as well as posthumous certificates and degrees Coordinates the Academic Affairs Division Staff Appreciation Event Partners with ABSO and supports organizational changes and continuous improvements in the Office of the Provost and the Academic Affairs division Oversee absence management for the Provost’s direct reports, and is responsible for office payroll activities Assists in the development and documentation of new or revised administrative practices and procedures for the Division; communicates new/revised procedures and practices to affected units following ABSO’s protocols Coordinates and responds to Chancellor’s Office and other reporting agencies to keep Academic Affairs Division in compliance with CSU deadlines and mandates. Manages all coded memoranda from the Chancellor’s office, forwards to appropriate parties and serves as a resource of this information Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive communications with university staff, faculty, students, and community leaders and public Ability to perform accurately in a detail-oriented environment, handle multiple work priorities, organizes, set deadlines, plan work and projects. Ability to supervise and direct work to others Ability to communicate effectively. Must possess excellent analytical, oral and written communication, customer service, public relations and networking skills General knowledge of software applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, and database management Working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques. Ability to effectively use application information systems and application in analysis, research, and reporting activities and projects Ability to investigate, analyze, and anticipate problems, and make recommendations or address them proactively Demonstrated ability to effectively interpret, organize and present information and ideas in written or presentation form Extensive and in-depth knowledge of project management to create, manage and adjust as necessary, various aspects of a project to ensure successful conclusion Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved 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 Four years of administrative work experience Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree Minimum 5 years of experience supporting an executive Experience working in an academic environment Experience working with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students Project Management experience Demonstrated experience in a customer service role Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), Google Apps (Google Drive, Spreadsheets, and Docs) Compensation Classification: Confidential Administrative Support III Anticipated Hiring Range: $7,000/month - $7,667/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: August 3, 2023 through August 17, 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
Sep 14, 2023
Full Time
Description: Job Summary Reporting to the Associate Vice President (AVP) for Academic Business and Strategic Operations (ABSO), the role of the Executive Assistant is to support the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs in the Office of the Provost. The Executive Assistant to the Provost organizes and performs a variety of complex administrative, technical and project management duties in direct support of the Provost and manages the oversight of the Provost Office. The role of the Executive Assistant requires a solid and collaborative team member capable of confidentiality, initiating professional support, offering administrative assistance, and serving as project administrator for the Office of the Provost, while exhibiting strong organizational skills that are in alignment with the division’s goals. The Executive Assistant serves as the initial point of contact for most information and communications received in the Provost’s Office, and when appropriate, communicates the priorities of the Provost’s Office with senior administrators, University support staff, and other members of the University’s internal and external constituencies. As such, the incumbent is responsible for providing analysis, research, and policy support. The Executive Assistant must work collegially and collaboratively with the Office of the President, vice president’s offices, dean’s offices, and other campus departments as necessary. The Executive Assistant must be capable of working independently and with flexibility and is expected to continuously reassess the priorities of the Provost and the AVP to accommodate matters of varying degrees of attention and urgency. The incumbent is expected to work on site to provide administrative and analytical work of a highly complex division that oversees 9 colleges as well as several administrative units. Key Responsibilities Manages incoming calls and coordinates the Provost’s calendar. Manages and coordinates the logistics for meeting preparation and follow-up assignments. Provides support in ensuring the Provost’s time is utilized efficiently and effectively by monitoring activities and calendar Coordinates the management meetings and activities for Academic Affairs Leadership Team, Provost’s Leadership Team, and Council of Deans, including preparing and distributing agendas, attending all meetings, distributing and tracking action items from these meetings, and if appropriate, attending meetings to take notes for documentation purposes Manages and maintains records for Emeritus Faculty requests as well as posthumous certificates and degrees Coordinates the Academic Affairs Division Staff Appreciation Event Partners with ABSO and supports organizational changes and continuous improvements in the Office of the Provost and the Academic Affairs division Oversee absence management for the Provost’s direct reports, and is responsible for office payroll activities Assists in the development and documentation of new or revised administrative practices and procedures for the Division; communicates new/revised procedures and practices to affected units following ABSO’s protocols Coordinates and responds to Chancellor’s Office and other reporting agencies to keep Academic Affairs Division in compliance with CSU deadlines and mandates. Manages all coded memoranda from the Chancellor’s office, forwards to appropriate parties and serves as a resource of this information Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive communications with university staff, faculty, students, and community leaders and public Ability to perform accurately in a detail-oriented environment, handle multiple work priorities, organizes, set deadlines, plan work and projects. Ability to supervise and direct work to others Ability to communicate effectively. Must possess excellent analytical, oral and written communication, customer service, public relations and networking skills General knowledge of software applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, and database management Working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques. Ability to effectively use application information systems and application in analysis, research, and reporting activities and projects Ability to investigate, analyze, and anticipate problems, and make recommendations or address them proactively Demonstrated ability to effectively interpret, organize and present information and ideas in written or presentation form Extensive and in-depth knowledge of project management to create, manage and adjust as necessary, various aspects of a project to ensure successful conclusion Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved 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 Four years of administrative work experience Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree Minimum 5 years of experience supporting an executive Experience working in an academic environment Experience working with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students Project Management experience Demonstrated experience in a customer service role Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), Google Apps (Google Drive, Spreadsheets, and Docs) Compensation Classification: Confidential Administrative Support III Anticipated Hiring Range: $7,000/month - $7,667/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: August 3, 2023 through August 17, 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
Cal State University (CSU) San Jose
1 Washington Street, San Jose, CA 95192, USA
Description: Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Resource Management, the Senior Division Budget Analyst works independently under general direction to achieve the effective allocation, management, and reporting of a complex budget with multiple funding sources for the Division of Student Affairs including but not limited to CSU Operating Funds, Student Success Excellence Technology Funds (SSETF), Professional & Continuing Education Funds (PACE), Self-Support Departments, Auxiliaries, Trust Accounts and Foundation Accounts. This position helps administer the budget for the Division of Student Affairs which exceeds $127M and leads the effort to prepare mid-year and annual budget submissions including the position listing. This position processes fiscal transactions and reconciles expenditures in the Office of the VP for Student Affairs, which totals approximately $4M. The incumbent works independently to perform a wide range of highly responsible and complex analytical functions in the areas of fiscal planning and implementation and makes recommendations for improved efficiency and effectiveness. The position supports the Vice President, Associate Vice Presidents and Director of Resource Management with fiscal analysis and reports. The incumbent provides training to and advises department budget analysts. The incumbent also reviews and validates annual business plans for self-support operations submitted by Student Affairs departments prior to approval by the VP for Student Affairs. This position performs several highly complex administrative functions involving information of a highly sensitive and confidential manner. Key Responsibilities Monitors, reviews and analyzes expenditures and budget utilization using the Data Warehouse and other sources for the Division of Student Affairs budget. The Division includes approximately 30 departments and totals $26M in CSU Operating Funds, $3M in SSETF, $1.5M in PACE, $65K in self-support funds and $1M in Foundation funds Provides quarterly and mid-year analysis of expenditures to VP, Director of Resource Management and senior leadership team Prepares cost/benefits analysis, ad hoc reports, and allocation proposals, assisting department budget analysts as needed Advises VP/AVPs regarding policy/procedures re: fiscal management as well as highlighting expenditure trends and possible concerns for senior management Evaluates and analyzes annual business plans for Student Wellness Center, Orientation and University Housing Services to provide recommendations to senior leadership Applies technical knowledge and subject matter expertise to make recommendations for effectiveness and efficiency to lead to improved business processes Researches, analyzes, and evaluates Student Affairs-related initiatives from a fiscal perspective Coordinates procurement card and travel card transactions and reconciliation Reconciles expenditures and transactions in the Office of the VP for Student Affairs Prepares monthly procurement card reconciliation reports Researches and analyzes development and implementation of policies/procedures, establishes new accounts, and responds to requests from stakeholders Coordinates fiscal matters pertaining to employee compensation and processing HR expense transfers Monitors and manages employee salary, student assistant and work study allocation under management guidance for the Division of Student Affairs Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Extensive and in-depth knowledge of fiscal principles, methods, procedures and practices including fiscal management, financial reporting and analysis, financial forecasting, cost/benefit analysis, accounting and budgeting Extensive and in depth knowledge in project management including research and analytical methodologies Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated ability to interpret and integrate complex data and information to formulate appropriate courses of action Ability to understand and analyze complex problems from a future oriented and broad interactive perspective and readily develop proactive solutions that integrate strategic goals into tactical operations Ability to recommend initiatives and changes for process improvement Ability to quickly learn standards, policies and procedures; working knowledge of software applications, word processing, spreadsheet and database management Demonstrated problem solving skills Required Qualifications A bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training Six years of administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a related field 5 years of progressively responsible fiscal administration experience Demonstrated experiencing processing fiscal transactions and reconciling expenses Demonstrated financial analytical skills Demonstrated ability to forecast expenditures Compensation Classification: Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Exempt III Anticipated Hiring Range: $7,813/month - $8,309/month CSU Salary Range: $6,322/month - $12,285/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: February 1, 2023 through February 19, 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 requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus (including all booster doses of an approved vaccine for which an individual is eligible per current CDC recommendations) or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. As a condition of employment, any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement as well as with other safety measures established on the 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 . 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
Aug 29, 2023
Full Time
Description: Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Resource Management, the Senior Division Budget Analyst works independently under general direction to achieve the effective allocation, management, and reporting of a complex budget with multiple funding sources for the Division of Student Affairs including but not limited to CSU Operating Funds, Student Success Excellence Technology Funds (SSETF), Professional & Continuing Education Funds (PACE), Self-Support Departments, Auxiliaries, Trust Accounts and Foundation Accounts. This position helps administer the budget for the Division of Student Affairs which exceeds $127M and leads the effort to prepare mid-year and annual budget submissions including the position listing. This position processes fiscal transactions and reconciles expenditures in the Office of the VP for Student Affairs, which totals approximately $4M. The incumbent works independently to perform a wide range of highly responsible and complex analytical functions in the areas of fiscal planning and implementation and makes recommendations for improved efficiency and effectiveness. The position supports the Vice President, Associate Vice Presidents and Director of Resource Management with fiscal analysis and reports. The incumbent provides training to and advises department budget analysts. The incumbent also reviews and validates annual business plans for self-support operations submitted by Student Affairs departments prior to approval by the VP for Student Affairs. This position performs several highly complex administrative functions involving information of a highly sensitive and confidential manner. Key Responsibilities Monitors, reviews and analyzes expenditures and budget utilization using the Data Warehouse and other sources for the Division of Student Affairs budget. The Division includes approximately 30 departments and totals $26M in CSU Operating Funds, $3M in SSETF, $1.5M in PACE, $65K in self-support funds and $1M in Foundation funds Provides quarterly and mid-year analysis of expenditures to VP, Director of Resource Management and senior leadership team Prepares cost/benefits analysis, ad hoc reports, and allocation proposals, assisting department budget analysts as needed Advises VP/AVPs regarding policy/procedures re: fiscal management as well as highlighting expenditure trends and possible concerns for senior management Evaluates and analyzes annual business plans for Student Wellness Center, Orientation and University Housing Services to provide recommendations to senior leadership Applies technical knowledge and subject matter expertise to make recommendations for effectiveness and efficiency to lead to improved business processes Researches, analyzes, and evaluates Student Affairs-related initiatives from a fiscal perspective Coordinates procurement card and travel card transactions and reconciliation Reconciles expenditures and transactions in the Office of the VP for Student Affairs Prepares monthly procurement card reconciliation reports Researches and analyzes development and implementation of policies/procedures, establishes new accounts, and responds to requests from stakeholders Coordinates fiscal matters pertaining to employee compensation and processing HR expense transfers Monitors and manages employee salary, student assistant and work study allocation under management guidance for the Division of Student Affairs Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Extensive and in-depth knowledge of fiscal principles, methods, procedures and practices including fiscal management, financial reporting and analysis, financial forecasting, cost/benefit analysis, accounting and budgeting Extensive and in depth knowledge in project management including research and analytical methodologies Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated ability to interpret and integrate complex data and information to formulate appropriate courses of action Ability to understand and analyze complex problems from a future oriented and broad interactive perspective and readily develop proactive solutions that integrate strategic goals into tactical operations Ability to recommend initiatives and changes for process improvement Ability to quickly learn standards, policies and procedures; working knowledge of software applications, word processing, spreadsheet and database management Demonstrated problem solving skills Required Qualifications A bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training Six years of administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a related field 5 years of progressively responsible fiscal administration experience Demonstrated experiencing processing fiscal transactions and reconciling expenses Demonstrated financial analytical skills Demonstrated ability to forecast expenditures Compensation Classification: Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Exempt III Anticipated Hiring Range: $7,813/month - $8,309/month CSU Salary Range: $6,322/month - $12,285/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: February 1, 2023 through February 19, 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 requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus (including all booster doses of an approved vaccine for which an individual is eligible per current CDC recommendations) or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. As a condition of employment, any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement as well as with other safety measures established on the 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 . 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
HOUSTON AIRPORT SYSTEM
Houston, Texas, United States
POSITION OVERVIEW PN#30933 DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) - PAVEMENT PURPOSE OF DIVISION The purpose of the Infrastructure Division is to manage the whole life cycle (planning, design, construction, commissioning, assessment of condition, modifying, replacing and decommissioning/disposal of physical and infrastructure Houston Airport System (HAS) assets consistent with environmental regulations and best management practices. In addition to the responsibilities related to physical assets, the Infrastructure Division manages the HAS portfolio of assets and resources, with a focused goal to improve project delivery to all Stakeholders. Overall, the Infrastructure Division's mission is to maintain and extend the effective life cycle of HAS's physical assets and replace them when it is no longer financially feasible to extend the life of these assets, or they no longer support required Airport mission requirements. PURPOSE OF THE BUSINESS UNIT Program Management and Delivery efficiently and effectively manages all phases of design, project management, construction, and internal infrastructure control (people, systems, and best management practices) to deliver all projects and initiatives on time, on budget, and with the level of quality that meets HAS standards to contribute to the success of the organization. The objective of the project delivery team is to increase productivity, collaboration, communication and reduce conflicts between owners, architects, and contractors during the construction of projects in the capital development program and major initiatives. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION This position will provide oversight and management of the Project Management team responsible for the effective delivery of civil and pavement related projects in accordance with the Capital Development Program for the Houston Airport System inclusive of three respective airports. They will serve as the specific point of contact for project management of all pavements related projects associated with the successful delivery of HAS Capital Development Projects on both Airside and Landside as part of the Infrastructure Program Management Delivery Team. The successful candidate will set and continually manage oversight of the pavement project management program while delegating and managing deliverables with team members and stakeholders. The position will be responsible for overseeing the work of no less than 8 project management professionals to include Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers: communicating their progress to Senior management at regular intervals. Priority - Project Delivery Deputy Assistant Director shall be responsible for the Project Delivery function, for the full scope of work as is directed by the Project Delivery Assistant Director. The Project Delivery Deputy Assistant Director shall have four primary areas of role responsibility: Delivery of the Pavement Program and Projects Management of People/Teams Adherence to Process and Procedure Accountability for Project Management OTHER ESSENTIAL DUTIES: • Manage status of project management and project progress and performance related pavement projects assuring all activities proceed on schedule, within scope, within budget, and at quality levels agreed to. • Review, report risks, and maintain schedule in collaboration with Project Management, Quality Assurance Construction Management, Project Design, Project Controls for pavement systems coordination at the program and project level. • Review estimates, and monitor pavement program project costs, manage and maintain pavement related program budgets for HAS Capital pavement projects for all phases, from initiation to closeout. • Monitor pavement program related projects for risk and review with respect to Change Management process, and make recommendations as required. • Provide on-site leadership for pavement program project management by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones. Prepare performance reviews, identify, and provide opportunities for staff development, and other personnel matters. • Develop and deliver progress reports, requirements documentation, briefings and presentations to various audiences, including project team, sponsors, business community (i.e., Industry Day), Director of Aviation and other interna•I and external key stakeholders. • Acts as liaison to other departments, government agencies and the private sector. Facilitation of collaborative communication between all internal and external stakeholders of the HAS Projects as a part of the overall Capital Development program. • Manage resources, schedules, financials and adhere to quality guidelines in alignment with project and contract guidelines to ensure that civil or pavement related projects progress on time and on budget. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field. EXPERIENCE: Seven years of progressively more complex/responsible administrative experience are required, with at least three of the years in a supervisory capacity. Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field closely related to the work being performed may be substituted for two years of experience. PREFERENCES Preference will be given to candidates that possess: • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a closely related field. Aviation industry experience is highly desired. Professional Engineering {PE) license is a plus. • Minimum seven (7) years demonstrated experience in management of complex, multiphase, capital programs, with at least three of those years in a managerial capacity. • Project Management Institute PMP certification. • Proven and demonstrated experience in implementing and managing a multi-project/program system for a major capital program of $5 million or greater. • At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in managing teams with or without direct reporting responsibilities. • Displays track record of proven success with schedules, cost control, estimating and risk-management. • Knowledge of web-based program and project management systems. • Demonstrated excellent written/verbal communications. • Experience and knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars, Reimbursable Agreement processes, and grant programs. **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: Yes All applicants will be expected to provide a professional writing sample. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. SALARY INFORMATION: Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in similar positions. Pay Grade: 30 APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov . To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832) 393-6027. If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-6027. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 29, 2023
POSITION OVERVIEW PN#30933 DEPUTY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EXE LEV) - PAVEMENT PURPOSE OF DIVISION The purpose of the Infrastructure Division is to manage the whole life cycle (planning, design, construction, commissioning, assessment of condition, modifying, replacing and decommissioning/disposal of physical and infrastructure Houston Airport System (HAS) assets consistent with environmental regulations and best management practices. In addition to the responsibilities related to physical assets, the Infrastructure Division manages the HAS portfolio of assets and resources, with a focused goal to improve project delivery to all Stakeholders. Overall, the Infrastructure Division's mission is to maintain and extend the effective life cycle of HAS's physical assets and replace them when it is no longer financially feasible to extend the life of these assets, or they no longer support required Airport mission requirements. PURPOSE OF THE BUSINESS UNIT Program Management and Delivery efficiently and effectively manages all phases of design, project management, construction, and internal infrastructure control (people, systems, and best management practices) to deliver all projects and initiatives on time, on budget, and with the level of quality that meets HAS standards to contribute to the success of the organization. The objective of the project delivery team is to increase productivity, collaboration, communication and reduce conflicts between owners, architects, and contractors during the construction of projects in the capital development program and major initiatives. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION This position will provide oversight and management of the Project Management team responsible for the effective delivery of civil and pavement related projects in accordance with the Capital Development Program for the Houston Airport System inclusive of three respective airports. They will serve as the specific point of contact for project management of all pavements related projects associated with the successful delivery of HAS Capital Development Projects on both Airside and Landside as part of the Infrastructure Program Management Delivery Team. The successful candidate will set and continually manage oversight of the pavement project management program while delegating and managing deliverables with team members and stakeholders. The position will be responsible for overseeing the work of no less than 8 project management professionals to include Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers: communicating their progress to Senior management at regular intervals. Priority - Project Delivery Deputy Assistant Director shall be responsible for the Project Delivery function, for the full scope of work as is directed by the Project Delivery Assistant Director. The Project Delivery Deputy Assistant Director shall have four primary areas of role responsibility: Delivery of the Pavement Program and Projects Management of People/Teams Adherence to Process and Procedure Accountability for Project Management OTHER ESSENTIAL DUTIES: • Manage status of project management and project progress and performance related pavement projects assuring all activities proceed on schedule, within scope, within budget, and at quality levels agreed to. • Review, report risks, and maintain schedule in collaboration with Project Management, Quality Assurance Construction Management, Project Design, Project Controls for pavement systems coordination at the program and project level. • Review estimates, and monitor pavement program project costs, manage and maintain pavement related program budgets for HAS Capital pavement projects for all phases, from initiation to closeout. • Monitor pavement program related projects for risk and review with respect to Change Management process, and make recommendations as required. • Provide on-site leadership for pavement program project management by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones. Prepare performance reviews, identify, and provide opportunities for staff development, and other personnel matters. • Develop and deliver progress reports, requirements documentation, briefings and presentations to various audiences, including project team, sponsors, business community (i.e., Industry Day), Director of Aviation and other interna•I and external key stakeholders. • Acts as liaison to other departments, government agencies and the private sector. Facilitation of collaborative communication between all internal and external stakeholders of the HAS Projects as a part of the overall Capital Development program. • Manage resources, schedules, financials and adhere to quality guidelines in alignment with project and contract guidelines to ensure that civil or pavement related projects progress on time and on budget. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field. EXPERIENCE: Seven years of progressively more complex/responsible administrative experience are required, with at least three of the years in a supervisory capacity. Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a field closely related to the work being performed may be substituted for two years of experience. PREFERENCES Preference will be given to candidates that possess: • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a closely related field. Aviation industry experience is highly desired. Professional Engineering {PE) license is a plus. • Minimum seven (7) years demonstrated experience in management of complex, multiphase, capital programs, with at least three of those years in a managerial capacity. • Project Management Institute PMP certification. • Proven and demonstrated experience in implementing and managing a multi-project/program system for a major capital program of $5 million or greater. • At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in managing teams with or without direct reporting responsibilities. • Displays track record of proven success with schedules, cost control, estimating and risk-management. • Knowledge of web-based program and project management systems. • Demonstrated excellent written/verbal communications. • Experience and knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars, Reimbursable Agreement processes, and grant programs. **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: Yes All applicants will be expected to provide a professional writing sample. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. SALARY INFORMATION: Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in similar positions. Pay Grade: 30 APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov . To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832) 393-6027. If you need special services or accommodations, call (832) 393-6027. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
