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Announcement Number: 1714527760 AARON D. FORD ttorney Ge 2B A neral CRAIG A. NEWBY First Assistant Attorney General CHRISTINE JONES BRADY Second Assistant Attorney General T 3B HERESA BENITEZ- THOMPSON 4B Chief of Staff LESLIE NINO PIRO General Counsel HEIDI PARRY STERN Solicitor General 0B STATE OF NEVADA 1B OFFICE OF THE AT TORNEY GENERAL 5420 Kietzke Lane, Suite 202 Reno, Nevada 89511 Unclassified Position Announcement Open Competitive VICTIM WITNESS ADVOCATE ADMINISTRATION DIVISION POSITION TITLE: Victim Witness Advocate GROSS Salary: The salary range is: $74,374.56 - 82,434.00 - Employee/Employer Paid $63,704.88 - $ 70,607.00 - Employer Paid DUTY STATION AND HOUS: There are two positions, one will be filled in Reno and the other in Las Vegas. The hours will generally be Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., although early morning, evening, and weekend hours may be required. Statewide and out-of-state travel is required for trainings, multidisciplinary working groups, hearings, trial preparation, trials in both rural and urban areas of Nevada and accompanying investigators on interviews with witnesses. POSITION STATUS: Exempt (FLSA); unclassified position entitled to standard State benefits; serves at the will of the Attorney General; Employment is contingent upon completion of NCIC/NCJIS, and a fingerprint criminal history check. POSITION SUMMARY: This unclassified position works under general supervision of the Assistant Attorney General as a system-based advocate to serve as the primary contact for victims and witnesses of crimes. This position will carry a caseload of matters associated with multiple divisions within the Office of the Nevada Attorney General (OAG), including the Criminal Prosecution Unit, Investigations, Medicaid Fraud and Control Unit, Post-Conviction Division, and the Office of the Ombudsman for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: This position is responsible for coordinating case-specific multidisciplinary teams to benefit victims as defined by the statutes and the Nevada Constitution. This includes assisting victims/witnesses with various processes of the criminal justice system, such as arranging interviews with law enforcement and prosecutors, providing case status updates, completing forms, ensuring property return, and accompanying victims and witnesses to court as necessary for emotional support. This position will prepare correspondence, assessment reports, impact statements, case records Telephone: 775-687-2100 • Fax: 775-688-1818 • Web: ag.nv.gov • E-mail: aginfo@ag.nv.gov Twitter: @NevadaAG • Facebook: /NVAttorneyGeneral • YouTube: /NevadaAG nd reports, document and maintain accurate records. When requested, the Victim Witness Advocate will accompany sworn peace officers in the field to meet with victims and witnesses. An important aspect of this job will be to establish and foster multi-disciplinary teams of professionals by maintaining a network of community support for victims/witnesses. The OAG handles a variety of cases, ranging from consumer protection, financial fraud, abuse and neglect of vulnerable people, sex-trafficking, sexual assault, and murder. This position will meet with victims and witnesses in facilities operated by the Nevada Department of Corrections, care facilities, group homes and other entities designed to work with vulnerable populations. QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE OF: Legal terminology; Processes used in the criminal justice system; the Nevada State Victims of Crime Program; Principles of human behavior; Trauma- informed approaches to working with victims of crimes; Basic crisis intervention strategies; Restorative justice; Ethical responsibilities for cultural competencies; Basic techniques of trauma-informed interviewing and recording data; Available trauma- informed programs and resources; Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and electronic case reporting system; principles of record keeping and other office systems and tools. EDUCATION AND BACKGROUND: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, health, public safety, criminal justice, psychology, sociology, ethnic or disability studies, teaching or a closely related field AND three years of full-time experience working for a government agency or non-profit organization that provides direct services to people in crisis OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Bilingual individuals are encouraged to apply. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May provide work coordination and direction for volunteer staff and social work interns. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must possess a valid state driver's license at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. WORKING CONDITIONS: This position requires the requisite mobility to work in a typical office setting and to use standard office equipment., with a working knowledge of Excel, Word and typing skills sufficient for independent document production. This position requires travel to a variety of locations throughout Nevada and neighboring states. This position also requires vision capable of reading extensive printed materials and material on a standard size computer screen, and unimpaired hearing and speech sufficient to clearly and effectively communicate in person and telephonically from various venues and locations. Candidates must be able to speak in a clear and understandable manner, and to hear and respond to questions posed. Reasonable accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations. On a case-by-case basis, the OAG may in its sole discretion offer a flexible work schedule and/or a hybrid of in-office and remote work. his position announcement lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. The successful applicant will be expected to perform additional job- related duties and may be required to have or develop additional specific job-related knowledge and skills. The benefits of this position include: • Great working environment that promotes work and life balance • Retirement medical insurance after vesting • Paid vacation and sick leave • Medical/dental/life insurance Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. Hiring may occur at any time during the recruitment process. Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, résumé, and a list of three Professional references to: Office of the Attorney General Attn: Mackenzie Hodges, Legal Office Manager 5420 Kietzke Lane, Suite 202 Reno, Nevada 89511 Email: mhodges@ag.nv.gov The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied

Introduction Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov . To be included in the first round of application screening, submit your application by 5:00 pm on October 23, 2023. Following this date, applications will be screened on a bi-weekly basis. POSITION INFORMATION The Placer County District Attorney’s Office is excited to announce multiple Investigative Assistant vacancies. Positions include an assignment within general investigations. Duties include conducting follow up interviews with witnesses and victims, evidence collection, digital evidence editing and redacting, and coordinating with allied agencies. An additional assignment within the Victim Services offers the ability to work with the 55 and older community, to initiate investigations into potential fraud, to conduct community outreach, to coordinate with allied agencies and community-based partners and assist those 55 and older through the investigative process. The eligible list created by this recruitment may be used to fill future county-wide vacancies as they arise. This classification is also scheduled to receive a general wage increase of 4% in July 2024. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Placer Public Employees Organization (PPEO) benefits . For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To assist in conducting criminal and civil investigations, including alleged welfare and other fraud, check forgeries and other violations of laws and regulations; to perform routine and preliminary data collection, gathering of evidence, and investigative research; to perform a variety of clerical and related duties; and to assist in community outreach. Positions in this classification are located in the District Attorney’s Office and the Sheriff’s Office. When assigned to the District Attorney’s Office, investigations focus on gathering evidence, interviewing and locating witnesses, forensic interviewing, crime scene investigations, and writing reports on findings for use in prosecution, or investigations of alleged welfare and other fraud, check forgeries and violations of welfare law and regulations. When assigned to the Sheriff’s Office, investigations focus on gathering information and evidence, locating and interviewing victims and witnesses, recording statements, working closely with other law enforcement agencies, reviewing police reports, preparing court exhibits and/or testifying in court. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direct supervision from higher level investigative staff or may receive technical and functional supervision from either supervisory or management personnel. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform and assist in routine investigations of purported law violations including alleged violations of welfare law and regulations and the possibility of welfare fraud and check forgeries or in civil cases, conduct investigations of employee misconduct, tort claims, and citations. Perform early fraud and related investigations; conduct home visits to observe and look for irregularities and inconsistencies with applicants' documentation and statements or in civil cases, interview, by telephone or in person, complainants, dependents, and witnesses recording and documenting interviews. Perform investigations of missing persons and/or runaways; conduct home visits and interview family members. Research and collect required data and documentation for records and criminal case work; obtain court, law enforcement and other records; locate and interview witnesses, record statements, and collect and preserve evidence as directed. Receive fraud or employee misconduct complaints via the telephone and/or correspondence; request necessary information and documentation and complete appropriate paperwork/forms to initiate or document action taken. Review cases, case files, police reports, perform necessary follow-up and/or further investigation and make recommendations for appropriate action/disposition. Coordinate with attorneys and investigators in performing ongoing investigations of alleged violations of welfare laws and regulations, purported law violations, tort claims and litigation including service of subpoenas in non-confrontational circumstances. Maintain records of investigative and related activities; prepare reports, correspondence and recommendations as necessary and upon request. Conduct forensic interviews of children using an evidence-based protocol. Assist in community outreach efforts; update social media platforms. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Photograph and/or diagram crime scenes. Prepare court exhibits and/or testify in court. Perform related duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is typically performed in an indoor office environment and controlled temperature conditions. Position may require travel to and from other locations in a variety of outdoor weather conditions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below. Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years' experience, either as a California Peace Officer as defined by Section 830 of the California Penal Code, or as a Community Service Officer or equivalent position with a law enforcement agency performing crime prevention and other law enforcement related work OR Three years of experience performing civilian field, office clerical or secretarial work in direct support of higher-level law enforcement or private sector management. OR Three years performing public assistance eligibility determination. Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Completion of POST certified PC 832 course is desirable. Required License or Certificate: May need to possess a valid driver’s license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Basic investigative techniques and procedures, including resources for locating people. Public assistance programs and eligibility requirements. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment. English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation Basic accounting and mathematics. Basic criminal and civil law, civil process and procedures including rules of evidence. Ability to: On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; remember accounts given by witness; identify suspects; apply the law to field situations; observe while conducting surveillance; problem solve crime situations; and explain law to the public. On an intermittent basis, sit at desk or in a vehicle; walk, stand, bend, squat and kneel while retrieving files and documents; walk, stand, or climb stairs during field interviews, home visits or surveillance activities; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation. Use telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means or retrieve information/data; see with sufficient acuity to observe subjects; hear and speak with sufficient acuity to interview and communicate with subjects, witnesses and other parties; and lift moderate weight. Learn the California statutory laws related to criminal or civil investigation, including welfare fraud investigation, arrest, custody, rules of evidence, search and seizure, interviewing and interrogation, and hearing and trial procedures. Learn modern police science, technology and investigative techniques. Learn to analyze and evaluate evidence. Understand complexities of civil law, public assistance programs and regulations. Compile oral and physical evidence. Establish rapport with and manage witnesses. Take detailed statements and affidavits. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Obtain information through interview and deal fairly and courteously with the public. Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action. Work unusual and/or prolonged work schedules while conducting investigations. Use a computer, calculator, typewriter, telephone, dictation machine, facsimile machine, postage meter and photocopy machine. Use tools and equipment used in investigation including flashlight, binoculars, camera, police radio, and tape recorder. Communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written forms. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Read and comprehend reports. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION Length of Probation: All permanent appointments from open eligible lists to positions in the classified service shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) calendar months or two thousand eighty (2,080) hours, whichever is more. Bargaining Unit: General CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . Selection Plan For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Preciosa Ayala-Burkhardt, Administrative Technician, at payala@placer.ca.gov or (530) 886-4637. Closing Date/Time: 12/11/2023 5:00:00 PM

Position Description Under direction of a supervisor or management, performs a variety of operational, supportive, and administrative duties within assigned division of the District Attorney’s Office; provides information and services to crime victims and witnesses; provides trial support; coordinates victim and witness court appearances; and performs related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS District Attorney Services Specialist I This is the entry-level class for District Attorney Services Specialist series. Incumbent will process reports and documents in strict adherence to State law and Department procedures. Incumbent is expected to keep current on changes in report and document processing requirements. Incumbent will operate a Departmental case management system and related systems in strict accordance with the law. This class series requires the ability to provide appropriate information and answer basic questions from the public related to the criminal justice system, both in-person and over the telephone. District Attorney Services Specialist II This is the journey level position within the series. In addition to the above, incumbents will be assigned to more increasingly difficult tasks within the Department, including being responsive to the needs of victims of crimes, demonstrating sensitivity to and establishing rapport with victims of crime, and exhibiting emotional stability under conditions of high stress. Incumbents will be able to assist victims in recovering their personal property held in evidence, facilitate victim compensation applications, and provide court accompaniment. Incumbent is eligible for assignment to the Victim Services division, wherein Incumbent must successfully complete required trainings and must exhibit a high level of understanding of the specific duties and prohibited activities under prevailing program restrictions, including VOCA regulations, State and Federal grantor regulations, and the Penal Code. District Attorney Services Specialist III This is the advanced level position within the series. In addition to the above, responsibilities require the frequent use of initiative and independent judgment in scheduling and coordination of office activities and in dealing with sensitive assignments. Incumbents are responsible for the more complex assignments, including vertical assignments to a trial team in complex and high-profile cases, and work with greater independence from close review. Incumbents can work effectively with victims, witnesses, and prosecutors with limited supervision in more serious cases and in rapidly changing situations and circumstances. Incumbents may arrange for transportation, escort, and support for witnesses and victims during court appearances in more serious cases. District Attorney Services Specialist IV This is the senior level position within the series. In addition to the above, incumbents will work with minimal review, may be assigned to carry out special assignments in support of the assigned division, and may be part of complex multi-disciplinary teams. Incumbents may be tasked with collecting data and preparing reports for their assigned division of the Department and may act in a lead capacity by providing training and guidance to subordinates and developing and maintaining special programs. Incumbent is able to develop or advance a comprehensive crisis response and mass victimization assistance plan structured to identify and respond to victim needs such as: safety, food, shelter, and immediate services in the aftermath of a crime-related mass victimization or terrorism incident. Example of Duties (Duties vary depending on assignment) Operates Departmental case management system and related systems in strict accordance with the law. Operates a word processor, email, or other system for required public, Departmental, and external agency communications. Attends court and accompanies victims and witnesses to court as directed. Trains or assists in training of personnel. Prepares, maintains, and tracks proper flow of information, documents, and forms. Performs various operational duties, such as answering phones, processing mail, maintaining supplies, transcribing, typing, filing, etc. Ensures proper tracking, and prepares and processes property release forms, and assists victims in recovering personal property held in evidence. Prepares applications for victim compensation by obtaining necessary information and documents, completing and submitting claims to State Victims Compensation Board. Obtain necessary information from victims, witnesses, and others through interview and observation for matters including preparation and coordination of court appearances. Ensures accurate and timely documentation of case activities; provides victims, witnesses, and others with information, education regarding the criminal justice system. Reviews reports from law enforcement agencies and contacts victims or witnesses as directed; accurately and timely documenting contact; maintaining contact as directed. Responds to crime scenes, once deemed secure, as directed, to offer victim assistance or provide services. Performs outreach services to victims; make presentations and provide victim centered training to partner agencies, make public presentations and conduct publicity. If assigned to Victim Services division, prepares functional time sheets and record keeping to ensure compliance with prevailing program restrictions. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: District Attorney Services Specialist I/II/III/IV General principals of criminal law and procedures including a basic knowledge of the laws on discovery and evidence; operations, procedures, specific rules, and professional standards of the Department; effective crime victim and witness communication techniques, modern methods to maintain contact with victims and witnesses, applicable legal procedures, rules of confidentiality, and community resources for crime victims; modern office methods and practices including common software and web based applications; business English, including vocabulary, correct grammatical usage and punctuation; modem filing methods; common office machines and their operation, including use of personal computers. Ability To: District Attorney Services Specialist I/II/III/IV Understand and apply established program guidelines; effectively communicate both orally and in writing in routine and high pressure situations; prepare, maintain, and review documents, records and reports with accuracy and in an organized manner; maintain a high degree of maturity, integrity, loyalty, accountability, sound judgment, and confidentiality; establish and maintain professional and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including co-workers, court personnel, law enforcement, crime victims and witnesses, and the public; assist in the developing and implementing of goals, objectives, work sites, policies, procedures, and work standards; evaluate situations accurately and adopt or recommend solutions; carry out complex oral and written directions; read and understand legal forms; read, understand and apply legislative and administrative laws, codes and regulations as directed; and type accurately at a net rate of 60 words per minute. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of training, experience and education, which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: District Attorney Services Specialist I Equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by college-level course work in administration or technical subjects related to the area in which assigned and two (2) years of responsible office administrative support experience. District Attorney Services Specialist II One year of experience in a position comparable to a District Attorney Services Specialist I. In addition, candidates must demonstrate competency in technical work. A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field can substitute for up to two (2) years of position specific experience. Successful completion of Victim Advocate training required within one year of appointment. District Attorney Services Specialist III Three years of experience in a position comparable to a District Attorney Services Specialist II. In addition, candidates must demonstrate proficiency in basic law enforcement and court procedures and in assisting victims and witnesses of crime. A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field can substitute for up to two (2) years of position specific experience. Successful completion of a POST approved law enforcement academy can substitute one (1) year of position specific experience. Successful completion of advanced Victim Advocate training required within one year of appointment. District Attorney Services Specialist IV Five years of experience in a position comparable to a District Attorney Services Specialist III. In addition, candidates must demonstrate proficiency in court and evidence tracking procedures, demonstrate the ability to communicate and support victims and witnesses of crime in sensitive cases, and be able to understand legislative and administrative laws, codes and regulations as directed. A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field can substitute for up to two (2) years of position specific experience. Successful completion of a POST approved law enforcement academy can substitute one (1) year of position specific experience. Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate California driver’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles. Must pass the California State Department of Justice Criminal History Background check. Bargaining Unit 10 - Calaveras County Public Service Employees Association For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County BENEFITS WEBPAGE. Please note that Extra-hire positions that are benefitted, are only offered our CORE medical plan and are not offered dental or vision. NEW * Assist-To-Own program to help Couny employees purchase a home. Program Highlights: Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan. Available with purchase of a primary residence. Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans). No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify. Flexible guidelines: Minimum FICO 640; Maximum DTI 50%. Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA. For more information, vists Calaveras County Assist-to-Own Uniform Allowance: $650.04 per calendar year for specific positionssplit into monthly payments.Payments will be made monthly on the second pay check. Qualifying Classifications : Crime Scene Specialist/Property Room Manager, Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III, Correctional Cook I/II, Correctional Technician, Correctional Officer, Correctional Corporal, Correctional Sergeant, Dispatcher Clerk, Sr. Dispatcher, and Animal Control Officer I/II/III. The County shall pay a two hundred dollar and four cent ($200.04) per calendar year uniform maintenance allowance to Animal Shelter Assistant. Uniform Allowance(Shirt): $200.04 per calendar year split into monthly payments. Qualifying Classifications : Animal Shelter Assistant Professional Time Off : 80 hours annually, prorated to 40 hours if hired after July 1st. Qualifying Classifications : Deputy District Attorney I/II/III/IV Extra-Hire: Extra-hire employees are not eligible for step advances, vacation, seniority rights, holiday pay or other certain employee benefits. They are entitled to 24 hours of sick leave per year and eligilbe for the county's CORE Medical plan but not eligible for dental or vision insurance. Vacation days: 0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year. After 6 months you can take your first week. 3 - 10 complete years = 120 hours per year 10 years+ = 160 per year Holidays :13 paid holidays per year. Life Insurance: $50,000.00 County paid Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period. 60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling. Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 5% merit increase may be granted.Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step. Probation Period: New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods. Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following: 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005) 6 years 10 years 15 years 20 years 25 years Bi-Lingual pay :$50 per month for specific approved job classifications. Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement - Max contribution of $2,500 annually Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account - Max contribution of $5,000 annually Section 125 Plan :Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from arepresentative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site. AFLAC Heart & Stroke Insurance Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Universal Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance LEGALSHEILD CALPERS RETIREMENT INFORMATION: CalPERS: CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62 Extra-Hire's will be enrolled into Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) unless you are already a member of CalPERS. ??????? SAFETY CalPERS: for Correctional Officer, Correctional Corporal, Correctional Sergeant and Deputy Probation Officer I/II/III. CLASSIC MEMBERS: 3% at 50 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2.7% at 57 Additional Retirement Plan: The County offers a 457(b) Government plan. Employees can contribute to this deferred compensation plan ( Pre-Tax ).The County currently utilizes VALIC. Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month. Closing Date/Time: Continuous