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Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals?  Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative and challenging work environment?  We are currently recruiting for two Associate Governmental Program Analysts.   The Department of Social Services' CalWORKs Child Care Programs Bureau provides state-level leadership and coordination for child care services to help families participating in California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs).  The Bureau develops policies to ensure eligible families have access to supportive services such as evidence-based home visiting and child care services.  The home visiting unit provides oversight and technical assistance to county welfare departments, in the administration of the Home Visiting Initiative using two-generational approaches to addressing poverty.  Additionally, the Bureau collaborates with the California Department of Education (CDE), the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), and other state agencies to better serve the children and families experiencing poverty in California. Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I (SSM I), the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) is responsible for providing program monitoring and oversight through technical assistance, and annual sight reviews;  perform policy contract and regulation development guidance and supervision on program outcome and evaluation processes related to the statewide implementation and management of the CalWORKs Home Visiting Initiative;  two-generational approach to addressing childhood poverty. DOJ and FBI Fingerprint clearance required and Travel may be required up to 25% of the time. See attached duty statement for more information. To apply:    https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=167727

Senior Manager, Transit Oriented Development/Real Estate Closing Date/Time: 9/25/2019 11:59 PM Pacific Salary: $101,124.00 - $141,600.00 Annually Job Type: Full Time Department: Real Estate Description The purpose of this position is to manage and direct the Transit Oriented Development (TOD)/Real Estate projects, asset management, activities, functions, and employees. This is accomplished by procuring necessary land and property rights, managing programs, attending interagency meetings, responding to and supporting requests from internal customers, managing excess/surplus property disposition sales, safeguarding District's real property assets, meeting with commercial land developers and real estate professionals to implement mixed-use developments, and negotiating agreements. Serves as liaison with internal and external stakeholders on all TOD matters. Other duties include representing the District at meetings, speaking in public, and writing reports. Examples of Duties •Manages District's real estate function by directing the acquisition of property rights for construction projects, coordinating project budgets, monitoring expenditures and providing assistance in compliance reporting. Develops and maintains working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote development opportunities. •Manages District's TOD programs by preparing agreements, coordinating with consultants, conducting negotiations, meeting with stakeholders (including members of the public), attending public and agency meetings, preparing issue papers and reports, writing grants, and making recommendation to District management. Oversees the solicitation and selection of developers for District property development. •Manages District's master property infrastructure plans including the periodic review, development and implementation of strategies for the acquisition and disposition of District assets such as buildings, vacant property and other District real estate. Works with various internal departments to identify and secure funding sources for TOD projects. Works with local developers on potential alternate uses for District property, ensuring all avenues for development/disposition and explored and implemented. Ensure that market information provided by outside agencies agrees with actual market conditions. •Prepares, develops, and analyzes various negotiation terms and conditions as it relates to purchasing and selling property and land using innovative and creative models that will optimize revenue generation for RT. The options can include but are not limited to public and private partnerships, lease arrangements, grant revenues, or other joint use options. Monitors development activities and ensures compliance with developer leases and other agreements. Provides options to executive management and prepares reports and presentations to the Board showing benefits and risks with options and be able to recommend best course of action. Works with legal, external consultants and internal staff to ensure all negotiated agreements comply with all state/federal regulations, District's master plans and, Strategic initiatives. •Supervises personnel by developing the department's team, overseeing department daily functioning, performing periodic performance evaluations, organizing and prioritizing department work, directing and empowering subordinate staff, and communicating effectively to the department providing guidance and mentoring, establishing and implementing training for personnel. Oversees Asset management staff and functions. Making personnel decisions such as interviewing, selecting, hiring, promoting, and disciplining employees, and developing plans and policies. •Performs administrative duties by developing, managing and allocating department operating and capital budgets, monitoring expenditures, approving requisitions, managing, planning and allocating District funds; developing plans, and cost estimates for projects; creating, implementing and managing plans, policies, and special projects. Mediates highly conflicting and unexpected problems evaluating recommended resolutions, resolving personnel conflicts, negotiating agreements with vendors, and resolving politically sensitive issues with external customers. •Represents the District and Real Estate Department at governmental and private sector meetings, working closely with community members, neighborhood councils, businesses, property owners, neighborhood groups and other private/public organizations regarding property development and property management issues. Oversees public support activities by developing strategy related to community engagement, coordinating staff participation and attendance; participating on special study panels and working groups; providing testimonies on construction and acquisition/disposition projects at meetings, and serving as the department representative for outside agencies. Minimum Qualifications Formal Education: Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four (4) years of an accredited college or university resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Urban Studies, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics or a related field. Additional directly related experience beyond the minimum requirement may substitute for the required education based on the ratio of one and a half (1.5) years of experience for each (1) year of education. Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of experience in Real Estate Property Acquisition, Asset Management and/or Development, including two (2) years of supervisory experience. Transit experience is preferred. Supplemental Information The minimum qualifications as stated on this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in other examination segments of the selection process. An employment application and proof of education, as outlined above, are required for this position. Applications, job announcements, and the complete job description are available through our website at www.sacrt.com. Completed employment application and proof of education, as outlined above, must be submitted online no later than Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at 11:59 p.m. RT will not process incomplete applications. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of an application, but may be included with the application. For more information on benefits, a summary sheet is available from the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment process to accommodate candidates with disabilities. For more information, contact the Human Resources Department at (916) 556-0298. RT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans.

Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2019 11:59 PM Pacific Salary: $101,124.00 - $141,600.00 Annually Job Type: Full Time Department: Maintenance Description The purpose of this position is to oversee light rail wayside activities by supervising tasks in many of the following areas: signal maintenance (grade crossing protection), track maintenance (switch maintenance), traction power maintenance (including substations and electrical distribution system), supervisory/administrative, project development, oversight and management, department administration, information tracking and reporting, field safety and accident investigation, and mediating highly conflicting, unexpected, and unusual problems involving multiple groups. Examples of Duties Oversees equipment maintenance by directing activities to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations, vehicle and equipment manufacturer warranties, and safety policy, coordinating and managing operations with departments, contractors and vendors, monitoring equipment for failures and developing trend analyses, responding to customer complaints and taking corrective actions, analyzing data, compiling service standards, monitoring trends, reviewing and preparing reports and other statistical data, monitoring design criteria, manufacturing processes, testing, and integration of new equipment into operations, assigning maintenance tasks and ensuring staff availability, reviewing work orders, reviewing and interpreting written communications and providing necessary feedback, and creating, reviewing, and providing written documentation for preventive maintenance. Supervises employees by assigning schedules, investigating and resolving labor relations issues in accordance with established procedures and the labor contract, conducting annual performance evaluations and providing verbal and/or written direction or feedback, developing professional and personal goals and/or objectives, ensuring compliance with the collective bargaining agreement, conducting investigative interviews, responding to grievances, managing the maintenance technical training programs, and coordinating personnel functions. Develops and manages projects by forecasting requirements and developing programs to upgrade and/or support equipment, developing capital project cost estimates, developing justifications and scopes of work for contract technical specifications, administering projects, and forecasting and implementing plans to support new, changing, or expanded operations, including personnel, equipment, facility, and training. Administers the department by reviewing, distributing, implementing, and coordinating general office and technical correspondence, writing and/or modifying, implementing, and complying with District, light rail and maintenance standard operating procedures, policies, notices, and operating bulletins, writing formal and informal business correspondence, creating, reviewing, and authorizing paperless requisitions, and managing operating and capital budgets. Tracks and reports information by analyzing and interpreting repair orders, preventive maintenance, and service interruptions and researching and writing preventive maintenance programs and operating procedures. Coordinates field safety by facilitating and conducting training programs and safety meetings, identifying and correcting safety discrepancies with appropriate departments and personnel, performing random inspections to ensure the District is in compliance with CPUC and OSHA rules and regulations, and attending regular joint labor/management safety committee meetings. Minimum Qualifications Education: Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with a two (2) year associate's degree, diploma or equivalent from a an accredited college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school in the Railroad Signaling, Electrical and/or Mechanical fields or a related field. Additional directly related experience beyond the minimum requirement may substitute for the required education based on the ratio of one and a half (1.5) years of experience for each (1) year of education. Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of experience in public transportation, with three (3) years of experience in a road signal or track maintenance environment and two (2) years of supervisory experience. Certification & Other Requirements: Possession of a valid California driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class A driver's license. Supplemental Information The minimum qualifications as stated on this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in other examination segments of the selection process. An employment application and proof of education, as outlined above, are required for this position. Applications, job announcements, and the complete job description are available through our website at www.sacrt.com. Completed employment application and proof of education, as outlined above, must be submitted online no later than Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at 11:59 p.m. RT will not process incomplete applications. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of an application, but may be included with the application. For more information on benefits, a summary sheet is available from the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment process to accommodate candidates with disabilities. For more information, contact the Human Resources Department at (916) 556-0298. RT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans.

The Placer County Sheriff's Office is seeking applications for Deputy Sheriff - II. Deputy Sheriffs are utilized in locations throughout Placer County, and their work assignments include: patrol, investigations, corrections, and court services. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill both permanent and temporary/extra help vacancies, including extra help court security assignments.  Qualified applicants will undergo an extensive background investigation to determine if they meet the high standards set by the Sheriff's Office in the areas including, but not limited to, high moral character, honesty, and exemplary work ethic. The Sheriff's Office also highly values those with a positive attitude toward fellow workers and the community they will be serving. POSITION INFORMATION *Deputy Sheriffs may be eligible for the following incentives: POST Certificate Pay (12.0% for Intermediate  or   17.0% for Advanced) Education Incentive ($100.00 per pay period for AA/AS, $125.00 per pay period for BA/BS,   or   $175.00 per pay period for MA/MS) Night Shift Differential (7.5% for both swing and graveyard shifts) Uniform Allowance ($1,065.00 annually for Auburn assignments   or   $1,215.00 for Tahoe assignments) Tahoe Branch Assignment Premium ($875.00 monthly for Tahoe Assignments) Other pays/incentives dependent upon assignment DEFINITION To perform law enforcement and crime prevention work within a variety of assignments including to patrol assigned area and enforce State and local laws, to conduct investigations of misdemeanor and felony crimes, to supervise inmates in correctional facilities and to ensure court security. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the full journey level class within the sworn Deputy Sheriff series.  This class is distinguished from the Deputy Sheriff I by the assignment of the full range of duties.  Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit.  Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the entry level.  SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from a Sergeant or other designated sworn personnel. May exercise technical and/or functional supervision as a Field Training Officer, as an assigned Officer-in-Charge and in another specialized assignment. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Maintain law and order within the County by performing law enforcement activities in a variety of assignments. When assigned to patrol, patrol an assigned area by motor vehicle, on foot, or by other designated means to answer calls for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of County and state laws; conduct both preliminary and follow-up investigations of disturbances, prowlers, burglaries, thefts, robberies, death and other criminal incidents; direct traffic and detain drivers who are operating vehicles in violation of laws; issue citations and make arrests as necessary. When assigned to investigations, investigate major crimes against property and persons, in addition to narcotics and vice-related crimes; conduct extensive follow-up investigation at the scene of crimes and accidents; gather evidence; conduct surveillance; locate and question witnesses; take statements from witnesses; present information to the District Attorney's office for filing charges; and appear in court, as directed. When assigned to court security, maintain safety and security for all personnel in the courtroom; act as bailiff in courtroom; transfer inmates to and from the courts and correctional facilities; search individuals entering the court when necessary; at all times, monitor all courtroom activities to anticipate any safety concerns; assist other courtroom personnel in ensuring smooth operation of the courtroom. When assigned to civil division, serve civil and criminal subpoenas, summons, complaints, executions, attachments and court orders; interview witnesses, neighbors or other persons to gather information for investigations or the service of legal documents; determine daily geographical route and item schedule to maximize the service of legal documents. When assigned to correctional facilities, receive, search, book, fingerprint and guard prisoners in the jail or other prisoner holding facilities; supervise prisoners at work, in transport, during visit conferences and other activities; prepare prisoners for court, visits from attorneys and for the prisoner's transfer and release; transport prisoners between the jail and the courts. Make arrests as necessary; interview victims, complainants and witnesses; interrogate suspects; gather and preserve evidence; testify and present evidence in court.   Gather evidence using a variety of methods and techniques, including taking photographs, lifting fingerprints, tracing movements and talking with informants. Serve warrants and subpoenas; file complaints; perform other work related to the processing of misdemeanor and felony complaints. Prepare detailed reports on all activities; write reports on arrests, traffic violations, inmate conflicts, impounded property and other situations; maintain Departmental records and files when necessary. Receive and investigate complaints of violations by or against juveniles; confer with juveniles and their parents; prepare citations for Juvenile Court. May be assigned to canine patrol duty. Conduct searches in snow conditions. Check buildings for physical security; report street lamps or traffic signals that are not working; report or remove traffic hazards and report and take corrective action on other conditions detrimental to the general public. Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses. Attend meetings with civic groups; participate in and conduct   public awareness/education programs at schools. Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public. Substantiate findings in court; testify when necessary in court. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. 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:   One year of responsible law enforcement training and experience performing duties similar to a Deputy Sheriff I with Placer County. Training:   Completion of the twelfth grade or G.E.D. License or Certificate: Possession of the CA POST Basic certificate or equivalency 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 In addition to the minimum qualifications for the Deputy Sheriff I: Knowledge of: Principles and practices of law enforcement. Police methods and procedures, including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, corrections, investigation and identification techniques. Criminal law and criminal procedure with particular reference to the apprehension, arrest and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies. Rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and the preservation of evidence. Use and care for small firearms and other law enforcement equipment and tools. Rules and regulations of the Sheriff's Office. Laws applicable to the apprehension and treatment of juveniles. Offensive and defensive weapons nomenclature and theory; use and care of firearms, chemical agents, baton and other related law enforcement paraphernalia. Principles and practices of self-defense. Interviewing and interrogation techniques. Pertinent laws, codes, regulations and statutes. Accepted procedures and methods of serving civil notices, especially those relating to the attachment and sale of property; nature and purposes of such documents as writs of attachment, subpoenas, citations and other civil papers.        County geography, noting streets and building locations. Ability to: Undertake and satisfactorily complete required and assigned in-service training programs as well as other mandated training requirements. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of a sworn Deputy's job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; remember accounts given by witnesses; identify crime suspects; interpret and apply the law to field situations; observe while conducting surveillance; problem solve crime situations; and explain law to public. On an intermittent basis, sit at desk or in patrol vehicle; walk and stand during patrol activities; bend, squat and kneel during inspection of crime scene or conducting building searches; climb stairs and/or ladders while in the field; twist while making arrests; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation.  Continuously wearing utility belt and other police equipment of 30 pounds; and intermittently lift very heavy weight. Demonstrate keen powers of observation and memory; observe accurately and remember faces, numbers, incidents and places. Think logically and act quickly in emergencies and judge situations and people accurately; exercise good judgement and make sound, independent decisions while working in the field. Learn, understand and interpret laws and regulations. Meet and maintain required peace officer employment standards. Meet and maintain the Departmental firearms qualifications standards. Prepare and make presentations related to law enforcement efforts in the community. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Be sensitive to various cultural and ethnic groups present in the community. Work irregular hours and shift work, including holidays, nights, weekends, and overtime.   SELECTION PROCEDURE Performance Examination (Pass/Fail) The performance examination will consist of a series of job related exercises and will be scored on a pass/fail basis. Note:   Applicants who have been employed as a peace officer within six (6) months of application submission date will be considered to have met the physical agility criteria for this classification and will not be required to take the performance examination. 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. 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(s) 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) 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 Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. BENEFITS The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change.  It is advisable that applicants inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department.

Placer County is an exciting and dynamic local government, working innovatively with technologies to make daily improvements to the lives of our citizens and employees. Stretching from the Sacramento border to the west shore of Lake Tahoe, Placer County encompasses some of the most beautiful and scenic areas on the West Coast. Placer County is currently seeking multiple highly skilled professionals to join their IT team in various functional areas. To view more details regarding specific vacancy opportunities, and to submit an application, please visit the Placer County Employment Opportunities webpage at: https://jobapscloud.com/placer/default.asp Placer County offers a full CalPERS retirement package, attractive medical, dental, vision and insurance plans, a 6% cafeteria plan, thirteen annual paid holidays, as well as paid vacation and sick leave. Employees will receive an additional 2% general wage increase effective on June 8, 2019 and June 6, 2020. Salary for this position ranges from $94,018.50 - $114,280.40 annually (paid on a biweekly schedule). Placer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

INTRODUCTION Placer County is compromised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, westward 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 .  This recruitment is open until filled. Applications submitted will be screened on an ongoing basis. POSITION INFORMATION Western Placer Waste Management Authority   located in Roseville, CA, staffed by the Department of Public Works and Facilities – The candidate would be responsible for monitoring construction and operations contracts, conceptualizing, designing, planning, and permitting any capital improvements required to ensure regulatory compliance and service for customers.  The ideal candidate will demonstrate capacity to: understand regulations; read, interpret and write operations contracts and reports; apply general engineering judgment to the design of civil, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation and controls engineering projects; maintain working relationships with coworkers, regulators, contractors, consultants and customers. This position requires applicant's to be in current possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer issued by the State of California.   Those applicants who can provide documentation that they are scheduled to take or have already taken the October state PE exam will be allowed to submit applications and will be considered as meeting the minimum license requirement; however, certification to the department will be contingent upon documentation of a passing score on this exam. Please note that the eligible list established from this recruitment will be utilized to fill future vacancies as they occur in both the Community Development Resource Agency and the Department of Public Works and Facilities. Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. To learn more   click here . DEFINITION To plan, organize, direct and supervise assigned professional engineering activities; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Supervisor level recognizes positions that perform full, first-line supervisory responsibilities including planning, assigning, and evaluating the work of subordinates and are responsible for a program area within a work unit or department. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from management personnel. Exercises direct supervision over assigned professional, technical, and clerical personnel. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Recommend and assist in the implementation of assigned unit goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for assigned area of responsibility; implement policies and procedures. Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of staff involved in design, construction, land development, traffic engineering, transportation planning, solid waste management/landfill operation, dependent special district engineering/administration, or flood control district engineering/ administration. Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities. Perform highly complex and difficult professional engineering work requiring a high level of independent judgement and technical expertise; review computations and make decisions concerning difficult or complex engineering problems; approve engineering project designs. Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for staff and equipment; monitor and control expenditure. Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed. Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.  Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS It is the responsibility of applicants to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications listed below. Experience:   Two years of responsible professional engineering experience performing duties similar to an Assistant Engineer with Placer County. Training:   Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field. License or Certificate Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in an appropriate discipline as issued by the State of California. May need to possess a valid driver's license as required depending on the position.  Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. NOTE:   Applicants receiving their degree outside the United States must submit proof of accreditation by a recognized evaluation agency. Those applicants who can provide documentation that they are scheduled to take or have already taken the October state PE exam will be allowed to submit applications and will be considered as meeting the minimum license requirement; however, certification to the department will be contingent upon documentation of a passing score on this exam. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to public works projects/programs within area of assigned unit responsibility. Computer software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, databases, and project scheduling and management. Equipment, tools and materials used in civil engineering as applied to area of assigned responsibility. Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations. Principles of budget monitoring. Principles and practices of work safety. Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances and rules. Ability to: Organize, implement and direct professional engineering operations/activities within area of assigned responsibility. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational situations,  technical policies and procedures. On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time; intermittently, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist while performing occasional field work; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; regularly lift heavy weight. Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff. Interpret and explain pertinent County and department policies and procedures. Assist in the development and monitoring of an assigned program budget. Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. 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. 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(s) 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) 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 visit our website at:   http://www.jobaps.com/placer/sup/abfreenames.asp . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. BENEFITS The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change.  It is advisable that applicants inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view benefits for Professional bargaining unit

Placer County Information Technology is seeking two professional web application developers to join their Application Support group. The Information Technology Analyst - Senior position will be responsible for application architecture, design, development, and support of the disparate existing or new systems. These systems could range from an existing client server, N-Tier desktop, or a web application to a brand-new cloud hosted SaaS application. This position will also require the incumbent to learn new technologies and get up to speed quickly with various existing or new application systems. Examples of currently utilized technologies include Microsoft .Net platform, Business Process Management System K2 (blackpearl and smart objects), ITSM System ServiceNow, Content Management System SharePoint, and Microsoft SQL Server. This position will require a high degree of customer and team-oriented focus to work with various departments and agencies in support of department-wide/enterprise applications maintained by centralized Information Technology. Minimum Qualifications – Experience: Two years journey level professional information technology experience comparable to an Information Technology Analyst II with Placer County. Training: Equivalent to completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer science, information systems or a closely related field. Additional relevant technical experience that demonstrates the ability to perform analytical duties in assigned technology area may substitute for the required education on a year for year basis. Possession of one or more approved information technology certificates and/or completion of other approved technology-related training may substitute for some or all of the required education. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer. The final filing deadline is 8/16/2019 at 5PM. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.jobapscloud.com/Placer/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=2019&R2=15717&R3=02

October 24, 2019, at the Lions Gate Hotel, 3410 Westover St, McClellan Park, CA - 11am to 3pm Meet local, regional and Fortune 500 companies face-to-face! This FREE Career Fair is a great opportunity for you to meet local recruiters and decision-makers who are hiring right now. Be prepared: Bring updated resumes, prepare to interview on the spot and dress to impress! List of companies that attend our events: • Altec Industries • Apex Site Solutions • Apple • Bay Area Rapid Transit Police Dept. • Berkeley Police Dept. • Bonneville International • Brookdale Senior Living • California Department of Social Services • California Air Resources Board • Caltrans • Chevron Stations • Child Development • Children’s Receiving Home • City of Berkeley Police Dept. • City of Sacramento • City of Sacramento, Dept. of Utilities • Clark Pest Control • Colonial Life Insurance • Covered California • Employment Development Dept. • Eskaton • Folsom Ready Mix • Gap Inc. • Golden One Credit Union • Hard Rock Hotel and Casino • Heavy Equipment College • La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries • Legends Hospitality • Lewis Apartment Communities • Milgard Windows & Doors • Morning Star Trucking • Nationwide Credit Inc. • Newport Group • Oakland Police Dept. • On My Own • Psynergy • Quality Telecom Consultants, Inc. • ReferralExchange • Sacramento County • Sacramento County Sheriff's Dept. • Sacramento Regional Transit District • San Francisco Police Dept. • San Francisco Sheriff's Dept. • San Jose Police Dept. • Santa Clara Sheriff’s Dept. • SCCSC • SearchPros Solutions • Sysco • The MENTOR Network • The Truss Company • Thunder Valley Casino Resort • Twin Rivers Unified School District • UrbanSTEAM • Vivint Solar • Western Area Power Administration Join and share this event:   Eventbrite.com/sacjobs  

A Police Recruit is an entry level position and is someone who does not have police/peace officer experience or training within the State of California. This classification applies to police officers from other states and federal law enforcement officers who do not possess a California P.O.S.T. Academy Certificate. The San Jose Police Department does not accept the California P.O.S.T. Waiver. STEP #1:  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS You must meet the following qualifications. If you meet them, move on to step #2. At least 21 years old at the time of the academy. The mandatory retirement age is 70 years old. A valid United States driver's license. U.S. high school diploma or general education diploma (GED). Waived, if you have a college degree, from an accredited college within the U.S. You must have 40 semester college credits or 60 quarter college credits from a U.S. accredited college or university OR have completed (4) four years of active military duty in the US Air Force, Army, Marine, Navy, or Coast Guard and have received or anticipate receiving an honorable discharge. (We cannot accept in-progress credits or credits from another police academy) Click here for more Information on accredited institutions accepted. U.S. Citizenship or permanent resident alien who has applied for citizenship. Must have at least 20/40 uncorrected vision. View our vision require-ments . No felony, domestic violence, misdemeanor assault convictions or currently on probation or parole. STEP #2:  SUBMIT APPLICATION If you meet the qualifications,    Apply Here

The Lateral position is someone with police/peace officer experience within the State of California. An Academy Attendee is someone who is currently attending a California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy while an Academy Graduate is someone who has successfully completed a California POST Basic Academy within the last six (6) months. Any Academy Graduate who submits an application beyond six (6) months of their graduation date will have their application reviewed by the current Recruiting Unit Supervisor. Upon review, an Academy Graduate will be required to attend the San Jose Police Academy. The San Jose Police Department does not accept out-of-state lateral police officer transfers or federal law enforcement transfers who have completed the California P.O.S.T .Basic Course Waiver. All law enforcement officers wishing to transfer from out-of-state or from a federal law enforcement agency must apply as police recruit applicant and then attend the San Jose Police Academy. STEP #1:  QUALIFICATIONS You must meet the following qualifications. If you meet them, move on to step #2. Currently employed as a California Police/Peace Officer with a CA Basic P.O.S.T. certificate and has completed a patrol field training program OR Possess a California P.O.S.T. Academy graduation certificate within the last SIX months OR Currently, an attendee at a California P.O.S.T. Basic Academy who successfully completes the academy consecutively at the time of its designated graduation date. Must be 21 years old and not older than age 70 Must possess a valid California driver's license Must possess a U.S. high school diploma or general education diploma (GED) Must have completed at least 60 semester college credits or 90 quarter college credits from an accredited college or university (credits from a CA P.O.S.T. Academy apply). Click here for more information on accredited institutions accepted . Must possess U.S. Citizenship or permanent resident alien who has applied for citizenship • Must have at least 20/40 uncorrected vision. View our vision requirements . Cannot have any felony, domestic violence, misdemeanor assault convictions or currently be on parole or probation. STEP #2  APPLICATION   If you meet the qualifications, Apply Here using the Police Lateral / Academy Attendee, Graduate Application.

The City and County of San Francisco invites you to join a highly respected police department and serve the citizens of one of the most beautiful cities in the country. San Francisco Police officers perform a wide variety of essential duties to promote public safety and security and enforce the law. Our officers patrol districts to prevent and detect crime, respond to calls for assistance, conduct criminal investigations, pursue and arrest suspects and enforce traffic and parking laws. Our Mounted Unit, Marine Unit, K-9 Unit and Traffic Company ensure that SFPD is able to help keep the public safe, no matter the terrain. SFPD officers also work closely with San Francisco’s diverse communities to build cooperation and support in order to address crime and quality of life issues in our City’s neighborhoods. In addition to hosting citywide and neighborhood events ranging from safety fairs to barbecues, SFPD provides educational and employment programs for San Francisco youth. Our values include maintaining open communication with the communities we serve and respecting and protecting the rights of all residents. Serving the City as a San Francisco Police officer is much more than a job; it is an opportunity to build a career of which you can be proud.

Water System Operator is the journey level class for both the Water Distribution series and the Water Treatment series. Under direction, Water System Operators perform work in connection with the operation, maintenance, construction, and repair of water distribution systems, water treatment facilities, water wells, water booster pumping stations, water storage facilities, and storm water pumping stations. The positions in this class also operate, maintain and repair chemical handling systems, hydraulic power systems and hydro-pneumatic systems, and operate diesel driven electrical generation systems. Incumbents may be required to perform routine tasks independently when they work alone in the field. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of: The California Safe Drinking Water Act EPA standards, rules and regulations ensuring safe drinking water and protecting ground water The tools, materials, equipment and methods used in the maintenance, repair and operation of complex mechanical equipment such as: pumps, motors, various valve and gate operators, hydraulic drives, chain and socket assemblies, air compressors, electric and pneumatic controls, chlorination, and pneumatically and hydraulically controlled valves, and associated equipment The tools, materials, equipment and methods used in the treatment of surface and ground water and in the construction of underground pipelines Basic safety precautions and practices required when working in a variety of working conditions using hand tools, light equipment, and vehicles The basic tests used in water treatment process control Computer software such as Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Ability to: Understand and follow oral and written instructions Perform strenuous physical labor Use a variety of hand, precision, and power tools Drive a variety of mobile equipment such as dump trucks, water trucks, backhoes, tractors, vacuum vehicles, utility trucks, step vans, and forklifts on paved and/or uneven terrain such as hills, slopes, rocky or wet ground Use laboratory chemicals and equipment to analyze domestic and reclaimed water Read, interpret and utilize manufacturer's specifications, operations manuals, piping schematics, etc. Maintain courteous and effective relationships with County employees and the general public Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance Use computer equipment and related peripheral equipment to enter and extract information Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either:   1. One year of full-time experience performing duties which have included the repair, maintenance, or construction of one or more of the following systems: underground pipeline, wastewater collection, storm water collection, or underground water distribution. Or:   2. One year of full-time experience in maintenance, construction, operation, or repair of mechanical components of equipment in one or more of the following facilities: wastewater treatment plants, potable water pump stations, water treatment plants, lift stations, storm drain pumping stations, or other mechanical facilities with similar systems and equipment. Or:   3. A certificate of completion from a two-year mechanical-electrical technology program. Or:   4. Completion of two-years of a stationary engineer, plumbing, or similar trade apprenticeship program. Note:   The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note:   If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click   here   (Download PDF reader)   or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Age Requirement:   Candidates must be 18 years of age prior to appointment because of the hazards of the job, as defined in the Fair Labor Standard Act. Driver's License: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher is required prior to appointment to this class. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. A valid California Driver License, Class A, and/or special endorsements including but not limited to the Hazardous Materials Endorsement is required for some positions. Note:   Failure to maintain the appropriate California Driver's License and/or endorsement(s) constitutes cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining unit agreements. Certificates/licenses: Water Distribution Grade 1 (D1) certificate: All incumbents must possess and maintain a valid Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 (D1) certificate issued by the State of California, Department of Health Services (DHS) within one year after the date of appointment to this class or within two consecutive DHS exam cycles after the date of appointment to this class, whichever is greater. Water Treatment Grade 1 (T1) certificate: All incumbents must possess and maintain a valid Water Treatment Operator Grade 1 (T1) certificate issued by the State of California, Department of Health Services (DHS) within two years after the date of appointment to this class or within four consecutive DHS exam cycles after the date of appointment to this class, whichever is greater. Note:   Failure to obtain and maintain the appropriate certificates may constitute a cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining unit agreement. The appropriate amount of continuing education hours must be completed as required by the State of California to maintain the required certifications. Criminal History Check:   The County may access criminal history information on all candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedure B-5 and applicable Federal and State law. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. Physical Requirements: Perform strenuous manual labor Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity While carrying equipment which may weigh up to 25 pounds, safely climb and work on ladders with a maximum weight capacity of 300 pounds Stand on a ladder while performing tasks with both hands Lift and carry heavy equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance; lift heavier items with assistance Frequently bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch and reach above the shoulder Work for extended periods of time in a bent, stooped, kneeling or prone position Work in areas with unsteady footing Enter and exit through restricted entrances of 24 and 36 inches in diameter Some positions will be required to wear respiratory protection Demonstrate color vision sufficient to distinguish the colors on a computer screen that indicate equipment status and conditions Note:   Some employees will be required to operate a jackhammer weighing up to 90 pounds. Note:   Individuals who do not meet these physical requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: Work in enclosed areas where the temperature may exceed 100 degrees F Enter, exit, and work in enclosed and confined spaces Work in trenches up to 23 feet in depth Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement or very hot weather Work around dust, dirt, noise, and odors Work on uneven terrain Work in hip boots during muddy conditions. Work often at heights of 40 feet and may work occasionally at greater heights up to 100 feet Shift, Weekend and Holiday Work   Water distribution and water treatment functions are a 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, operation. All employees in this class will be subject to working shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime and standby. Probationary Period   The probationary period for this classification is   six (6)   months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by   5:00 PM   on the posted cut-off date. Click   here   to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone 916-874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net   Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will   not   substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note:   Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire   cannot   be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate or Credentials Screening Panel exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments   will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click   here   (Download PDF reader)   for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Call 916-874-5627 and you will be provided with a recorded message, accessible 24 hours a day..  

This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at   5:00 pm   on:   9/10/19, 10/8/19, 11/12/19, 12/9/19  Nurse Practitioners provide a range of health care services involving diagnosis, assessment, treatment, and clinical management of patients in a public health center or a public health/field services program; such services include physical examinations, laboratory and screening tests, therapeutic treatments, education, counseling, referral, and clinical duties customarily performed by physicians.   Explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Professional principles, procedures, and techniques of nurse practitioners State of California laws and regulations on nursing, and nurse practitioner practices Symptoms and normal course of acute and chronic illnesses, and their treatment Family planning methods Medical and health care for pregnant women Normal growth and development, and common illnesses of infants and children Standard medical record-keeping Procedures, techniques, and tests for conducting comprehensive physical examinations Techniques and interpretations of standard laboratory tests, X-rays, and basic diagnostic procedures Substance abuse symptoms and intervention techniques Mental and emotional illness symptoms and intervention techniques Medications commonly used for a wide variety of medical conditions, and their effects and contraindications Symptoms, prevention, reporting requirements, and treatment of child and adult abuse and neglect Normal and abnormal family dynamics Community resources for medical care, mental health care, and social services Differing cultural, religious, social, and economic factors affecting community medical care clients Proper handling and administering of medications Proper handling of laboratory samples and contaminated items Causes, control, detection, prevention, and treatment of common communicable diseases including sexually transmitted diseases Techniques of patient and family counseling Desirable Knowledge Techniques of interviewing Techniques of conducting training sessions Ability to Effectively communicate with clients of various social, cultural, economic, and education backgrounds Work cooperatively with other medical care providers Effectively intervene in cases of mental illness, substance abuse, and adult/child abuse and neglect Effectively train others Gain cooperation of patients in treating communicable and environmentally-based illnesses Maintain patient confidentiality Accurately evaluate and diagnose medical conditions, including obtaining and assessing medical histories Work independently and apply sound medical judgement and department protocols in treatment, treatment planning, and referrals to physicians Recognize and take immediate action in emergency and immediate need cases Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Possession of a current valid license as a registered nurse   and   a Nurse Practitioner certification issued by the State of California. Failure to maintain such a license and certification may be cause for disciplinary actions accordance with Civil Service Commission Rules. Note:   If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click   here   (Download PDF reader)   or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements Some positions in this class may require possession of a current California driver's license, Class III (now C) or higher. Failure to maintain such a license may be cause for disciplinary actions accordance with Civil Service Commission Rules. Some positions in this class may require a nurse practitioner certification with specialization as a Family Nurse Practitioner, Pediatrics Nurse Practitioner, Adult Nurse Practitioner, or Obstetrical-gynecological Nurse Practitioner. The Civil Service Commission approved the use of selective certification for Nurse Practitioner specialties May 12, 1989. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is   six (6)   months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by   5:00 PM   on the posted cut-off date. Click   here   to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email   EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will   not   substitute for the information requested on the application.   SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note:   Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire   cannot   be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments   will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.   FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.   FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click   here   (Download PDF reader)   for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net

The Position This is a continuous filing exam.  The next filing cut-off is at   5:00 pm   on: Third Tuesday of every month. Note: Permanent full-time and temporary intermittent positions may be available.   Under direction, to provide professional mental health treatment services for severe mental disorders in in-patient or out patient settings, including assessment, diagnosis, crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, non-medical psychotherapy, and initiation of involuntary holds; to prepare reports and maintain records related to patient or client services; and to perform related duties as assigned. Senior Mental Health Counselor is assigned the more complex and difficult cases, and the majority of positions in this class require a license. This level typically has responsibility as a lead worker, providing guidance, consultation and direction to lower level professionals and paraprofessionals as a team leader within a given shift or function, and in crisis situations.   Explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of principles and techniques of clinical interviewing, diagnosis, and assessment the most current version of DSM theories, principles and techniques of individual and group psychotherapy psychological, physical and social aspects of mental disorders, chemical dependency, and recovery theories of human behavior and personality and techniques of evaluating, and modifying human behavior planning, development and implementation of comprehensive treatment plans Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations governing mental health treatment basic techniques of training referral sources and community resources Ability to conduct accurate and thorough assessments of client status, history, danger to self and others, progress, chemical dependency, and related mental health information prepare diagnoses and evaluations of mental disorders conduct effective professional clinical interviews formulate, implement, and monitor treatment plans conduct group and individual psychotherapy respond appropriately in crisis situations understand, interpret and apply complex mental-health technical materials and applicable laws, codes and regulations establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, staff, and other agencies prepare effective written reports maintain accurate records communicate effectively in oral and written form provide effective training, guidance and consultation to other staff assist in physically controlling and/or restraining violent and/or combative patients Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications A Master's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a mental health related field such as psychology, counseling, social work, or psychiatric nursing. AND Either:   1. Two years of post-Master's degree supervised experience in a mental health related setting providing direct services to mentally or emotionally disabled persons., including dual diagnosis and addiction issues for those assigned to substance abuse settings. Or:   2. Two years of experience in the class of Mental Health Counselor in Sacramento County service. Note:   Persons who were employed by the Sacramento County Health Department and who held permanent status in Sacramento County civil service, in the class of Rehabilitation Counselor as of October 22, 1981 shall be deemed to meet the minimum qualifications of Senior Mental Health Counselor. Note:   The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note:   If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click   here   (Download PDF reader)   or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements License Requirements: Note:   Failure to obtain and/or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Commission rules. 1. Selected positions require possession of a valid Class C California Driver License, or the ability to arrange for field travel, at the time of appointment. 2. Current certification of training in CPR is required within 6 months of employment for positions assigned to the Sacramento County Mental Health Treatment Center. In addition to the above, 1. Many positions require current licensure by the State of California to practice as a marriage, family and child counselor (MFT), clinical social worker (LCSW), clinical psychologist, registered nurse, or psychiatrist. Working Conditions: 1. Duties require exposure to patients who may be hostile, violent, mentally ill, and/or who may have infectious diseases. 2. Positions assigned to the Mental Health Treatment Center work shifts and holidays. Other Special Requirements Some positions in these classes may require the ability to communicate fluently in a language other than English. Incumbents in such special skills positions utilize the language skill in performing the duties of the class and may serve as a consultant to others in planning and delivering effective mental health services to individuals of different language and cultural backgrounds. The Civil Service Commission approved the use of selection certification for a special skill for the class May 8, 1980, revised the types of special skills applicable to this class March 12, 1987, and approved the use of selective certification for special language skills on April 9, 1987. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is   six (6)   months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by   5:00 PM   on the posted cut-off date. Click   here   to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email   EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will   not   substitute for the information requested on the application.   SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note:   Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire   cannot   be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments   will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.   FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.   FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click   here   (Download PDF reader)   for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net

 Under close supervision, Probation Aides learn to apply the principles and techniques of probation work; supervise and counsel individuals detained in, committed to, or sheltered in one of several County juvenile institutions; supervise minors assigned to Work Project; and provide close supervision of minors placed on home supervision. Probation Aides are typically hired as temporary replacements for regular Probation staff who are absent due to vacation, sick leave, military duty, leave without pay, or other reasons. Watch to Explore your career with purpose Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Principles and techniques applicable to the care and rehabilitation of juvenile delinquents The growth, development, needs and problems of minors Symptoms of behavior disorders Group dynamics Codes, standards and regulations governing are and treatment of juveniles in juvenile hall, camps, ranches or schools Principles of investigation and laws governing search, seizure and preservation of evidence Counseling techniques Basic housekeeping techniques Hygienic standards Motivational techniques Crisis intervention Self-defense Appropriate use of force and security techniques Rights and liabilities of peace officers Ability to Secure the respect and confidence of adolescents Cope with hostility and aggressive behavior Work well as a member of a team Exercise good judgment and act calmly in emergency situations Recognize subtle changes in behavior Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance Prepare concise and clear reports Maintain records Communicate with individuals from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds Establish and maintain effective working relationships Meet all physical requirements of the position Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Equivalent to an Associate of Art degree (60 semester units or 90 quarter units), from an accredited college or university. Note:   Up to one year of the required education may be substituted by experience in full-time, or equivalent part-time, paid law enforcement or correctional work in a probation agency, parole agency, or correctional institution on the basis of 173.6 hours = 21.7 days = 1 work month = 3 semester or 4.5 quarter units. Note:   If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click   here   (Download PDF reader)   or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Typing Certificate requirements can be found by clicking   here   (Download PDF reader)   or by obtaining the requirements from the Employment Services Division office. Special Requirements Compliance with government Code:   In accordance with California Government Code, Section 1031, each employee shall meet the following minimum standards: a. Be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship. Any permanent resident alien shall be disqualified from holding the position if his or her application for citizenship is denied. b. Be at least 18 years of age. c. Be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record. In addition, a classifiable set of fingerprints shall be furnished to the Department of Justice and to the Federal Bureau of Investigations. d. Be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer. Background/Criminal History:   Appointees must pass a criminal history and background check. Pursuant to California Government Code, Section 1029, the conviction of a felony is grounds for disqualification from an appointment. Pursuant to Sacramento County Civil Service Rules, candidates found having been convicted of a felony will be disqualified. Physical Requirements:   Incumbents will frequently perform a wide variety of physical tasks such as standing, walking, running, stooping, bending, climbing stairs and lifting of individuals which requires strength, coordination, endurance, and agility. In addition, there may be occasional contact with hostile individuals, and incumbents may be subjected to physical and verbal abuse while restraining individuals. Driver's License:   Possession of a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, is required at the time of appointment. Note: Failure to maintain the appropriate valid California Driver License may constitute cause for dismissal from the class under applicable Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Hours of Work:   Incumbents in this class must be willing to work irregular hours, holidays and weekends. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is   six (6)   months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by   5:00 PM   on the posted cut-off date. Click   here   to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email   EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will   not   substitute for the information requested on the application.   SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note:   Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire   cannot   be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments   will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.   FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.   FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click   here   (Download PDF reader)   for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net  

Under close supervision, the Park Maintenance Aide learns to perform semi-skilled tasks and performs routine unskilled ground maintenance and related construction and repair. Park Maintenance Aides receive on-the-job training in park maintenance and provide temporary help during peak workloads. Incumbents are temporary employees and may not gain permanent status in the class. Work may be full or part-time. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Ability To Read, write, speak and understand English at a level to satisfactorily perform the work Add and subtract whole two digit numbers Drive a manual transmission vehicle Learn work procedures Follow written and oral direction Perform varied manual tasks Perform light maintenance and custodial work including litter collection and trash removal, and clean restrooms Learn to operate power equipment Learn safety rules and precautions Learn to identify plants, shrubs and trees Learn to recognize common lawn pests and diseases and to apply treatments Learn the use and care of tools and equipment Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications There are no education or experience requirements for this class. General Qualifications Minimum Age Requirement: Applicants must be eighteen years of age prior to appointment because of the hazards of the job, as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act. Driver's License: All classes in this series require possession of or ability to obtain a valid California Driver License, Class 3 (now C) or higher, before date of appointment. Ability to obtain a Class 1 (now A) or 2 (now B) California Drivers License may be required of some jobs. Working Conditions: Incumbents must be willing to work on weekends, evenings and holidays, to work outdoors in all kinds of weather, and to work at various locations throughout the County. Background/Criminal History: Persons appointed to this class MAY be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is   six (6)   months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by   5:00 PM   on the posted cut-off date. Click   here   to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will   not   substitute for the information requested on the application.   SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note:   Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire   cannot   be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate or Credentials Screening Panel exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments   will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.   FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.   FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click   here   (Download PDF reader)   for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Call (916) 874-5627 and you will be provided with a recorded message, accessible 24 hours a day.

The Department of Personnel Services, Employment Services Division announces the exam for: Information Technology Analyst (Level I/II) Exam #   27518-B Approximate Monthly Salary: $5,663.70 - $8,028.36   DESCRIPTION   Under supervision, incumbents perform a variety of professional, technical and analytical duties in the operation of enterprise, client/server and desktop computer systems and networks. The duties include work in the areas of user and systems requirements and analysis, applications development and maintenance, computer systems support, network design and maintenance, and data/database analysis/administration.   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS   Either: 1A. A Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, information systems or a closely related field. AND   1B. One year experience in the option tested, in the field of systems engineering, programming, database administration and/or analysis, operating systems, network analysis and/or management or a similar field in a multi-platform information systems environment.   Or: 2. One year experience in the class of Information Technology Analyst Trainee.   Or: 3. One year experience in a position performing the equivalent full-time duties of an Information Technology Analyst Trainee. See notes B and C.*   Or: 4A. Completion of a certificate program in computer science in the option tested. The certificate must be an approved computer science certification, maintained on the list by the Sacramento County Office of Communication and Information Technology. See note D.*   AND   4B. Three years experience in the field of the option test.   *See class specification for notes referenced in minimum qualifications

  Range A - $6,718.17- $8,167.58/month Range B - $8,127.50 - $8,961.00/month  Under direction, a Human Services Program Planner performs analytical, evaluative, coordinative and/or conceptual staff work in the planning, development and/or administration of human services programs; and to perform related duties as assigned. These positions are located both within the Department of Health & Human Services and the Department of Human Assistance.   Explore your career with purpose Human Services Program Planner is an advanced journey-level class performing research, planning, development and evaluation of human services programs. This class has two salary ranges which recognize the differences in scope, scale and complexity of the planner's program area(s). Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge Of Principles, methods & techniques of community organization & development, program planning and design, grant writing, budget development, and program evaluation Economic & social service needs of disadvantaged, ethnic & cultural groups Theories, principles, goals & objectives of public social services Laws, rules and regulations governing assigned program areas Available community resources Relationships among governments, public and private community organizations and groups, and private enterprise in the county Ability To Apply social service planning principles and techniques to problems and issues Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives Plan and evaluate social service programs Research, analyze and evaluate data and information and make recommendations Effectively write complex documents including grants, proposals, budgets and reports Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with a wide range of individuals and groups Facilitate meetings and make group presentations Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications : A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, public health, health sciences or a closely related field such as life sciences or physical sciences, or in a management field such as public administration or business administration; for some positions, a Master's degree may be preferred;     And  Three years of professional and/or supervisory experience in program coordination, planning, development and/or evaluation. Note: Supervisory experience means "having authority to hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote or discharge other employees, or to effectively recommend such action..." Individuals possessing experience in Sacramento County job classes containing "Supervisor" in their title, such as Human Services Supervisor, are deemed to meet the minimum qualifications as above only if their duties include active supervision of staff. Note:   The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable.  Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note:   If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click   here   (Download PDF reader)   or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Driver's License:   A valid California Class C Driver's License may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Child and Elder Abuse Reporting:   Persons selected for employment must as a condition of employment sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child and elder abuse reporting. Criminal History Check:   The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of the Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-0602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to, or impacts, the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is   twelve (12)   months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit a County of Sacramento employment application online, in person, or by mail, by   5:00 PM   on the posted cut-off date.   Click here to apply on-line County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone 916-874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net   Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials submitted via online application, U.S./specialized mail, or County interoffice mail. Postmarks will not be accepted. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will   not   substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note:   Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials submitted via online application, U.S./specialized mail, or County interoffice mail. Postmarks will not be accepted. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire   cannot   be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate or Credentials Screening Panel exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments   will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)   (Download PDF reader) APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by   5:00 PM   on the posted cut-off date. Click   here   to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will   not   substitute for the information requested on the application.   SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions" or attached to the paper job application. Please be descriptive in your response. Note:   Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire   cannot   be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate or Credentials Screening Panel exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments   will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.   FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.   FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click   here   (Download PDF reader)   for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net Call (916) 874-5627 and you will be provided with a recorded message, accessible 24 hours a day.

All applicants meeting the minimum requirements are welcome to apply.  At this time there are immediate vacancies for which various licensure is required. If you possess licensure in one or more of the fields directly below and meet the other minimum requirements, you are encouraged to apply. *Psychiatrist         *Psychologist       *Licensed Clinical Social Worker     *Marriage, Family and Child Counselor     *Registered Nurse      *Public Health Nurse One vacancy requires both a Registered Nurse and a Public Health Nurse license. Under direction, performs management, administrative and/or supervisory duties for contracted and/or county-operated health or mental health programs and services including, but not limited to, staff supervision, program development and implementation, program monitoring and evaluation, and program service coordination; and performs related duties as assigned. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Theories, principles, goals and objectives of public health and mental health programs Principles, practices, funding sources, laws and regulations, and administrative requirements in the program area to which assigned Principles, practices and techniques of program planning, development and evaluations Principles and procedures of budget preparation and monitoring, including budgets involving grants, contracted services, and state and federal funding Principles and techniques of supervision and management Techniques of contract negotiations and monitoring Social, economic, cultural and other issues impacting program area Ability to Plan, organize, coordinate, supervise and evaluate complex program activities and diverse staff Apply principles and techniques to problems and issues Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives Analyze and evaluate data and information, and make appropriate recommendations Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups Communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing Represent the department and/or the County Maintain accurate records and files Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications    Any combination of education, training and experience likely to provide the required Knowledge and Abilities for this class as described. Typical ways include: Possession of a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in a field relevant to the health or mental health program to which assigned; some positions in mental health may require a master's degree as specified in Special Requirements.   And  Three years of experience managing, coordinating and/or supervising health or mental health services relevant to the specialty option (Health or Mental Health) needed for program area to which assigned, and comparable to the duties of Senior Health Program Coordinator, Health Program Coordinator, or the Mental Health Program Coordinator. Note:   If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable.  Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note:   If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click   here   (Download PDF reader)   or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Typing Certificate requirements can be found by clicking   here   (Download PDF reader)   or by obtaining the requirements from the Employment Services Division office. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Failure to obtain and/or maintain required licenses may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service rules. 1. a) Some positions in this class involve responsibility for management and supervision of direct patient care, and persons appointed to such positions may be required, in accordance with applicable federal and/or state regulations, to possess and maintain a current valid license issued by the State of California as a Psychiatrist; Psychologist; Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Marriage, Family and Child Counselor; Registered Nurse; or Public Health Nurse. b) The Director of Public Health Nursing is responsible for the professional nursing component of the County's public health nursing/field services program. The incumbent appointed to this position must, by State law, possess and maintain a current valid Registered Nurse license and meet the current State requirements for a Director of Public Health Nursing (California Code of Regulations, Title 17, and any other applicable laws and regulations in effect at the time of appointment). c) The Emergency Medical Services Program Coordinator must possess and maintain an Emergency Medical Technician I or higher certificate either at the time of appointment or within one year of appointment. 2. Persons appointed to positions in this class may be subject to a confidential criminal history check and fingerprinting. 3. Psychiatric health facilities such as the County's Mental Health Center are licensed and regulated by the California State Department of Mental Health; such regulations include staffing and personnel standards which may apply to some positions in this class and may supersede the above Minimum Qualifications.   Probationary Period   The probationary period for this classification is  twelve (12)   months.   Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by   5:00 PM   on the posted cut-off date. Click   here   to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net   Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will   not   substitute for the information requested on the application.   SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note:   Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.   Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire   cannot   be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate or Credentials Screening Panel exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments   will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.   FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.   FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click   here   (Download PDF reader)   for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs:   www.saccountyjobs.net Call (916) 874-5627 and you will be provided with a recorded message, accessible 24 hours a day.

Under supervision, performs duties in the development and delivery of public social services to clients to promote human well-being. These positions are located both within the Department of Health & Human Services and the Department of Human Assistance. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Goals and objectives of public social services Available public and private community resources Awareness of cultural differences Socio-economic awareness of low income population Applicable laws, rules and regulations governing the field of public welfare National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics Interviewing techniques Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment Basic arithmetic (i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, percentages, ratios, and fractions) Social casework principles and practices including group work and community organization Social problems which call for the use of public and private community resources Socio-economic conditions and problems which affect the work of a public social service agency English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation Ability to Communicate effectively with persons from a variety of social, cultural and economic backgrounds Work effectively with many life styles and different attitudes Work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team Exercise tact when dealing with others Interview effectively in a wide variety of circumstances Establish and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with clients, fellow employees, other agencies and the general public Interpret public social services programs to clients Maintain composure under stress Integrate information to form total picture Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing Independently initiate and respond to correspondence Reason logically, understand and follow complex instructions and procedures Compile various records and information accurately Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action Read, analyze, interpret and apply complex regulatory material Read correspondence and reports and understand their meaning Organize work schedule and budget time Accept and use consultative supervision Do a high volume of work amid interruptions Keep accurate and orderly records Compose routine business communications, reports and other written materials in a clear, concise, organized, and accurate manner Make arithmetical computations accurately and rapidly Demonstrate skill in the application of social work methods and practices Demonstrate skill in the use of community resources Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either:   1a. Two years of full-time, paid experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Human Services Specialist; AND 1b. Successful completion of 12 semester or 18 quarter upper division units from an accredited college or university in social work, sociology, psychology, counseling or other field closely related to the intent of the class. Or:   2. A Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university with at least 24 semester or 36 quarter upper division units in social work, sociology, psychology, counseling or other field closely related to the intent of the class. Note:   Related fields above may include behavioral science, child development, community health education, cultural anthropology, ethnic studies, family studies, gerontology, human development, mental health, and public health. Note:   Part-time experience is converted to full-time on the basis of 173.6 hours = 21.7 days = 1 work month. Note:   The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note:   If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click   here   (Download PDF reader)   or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Typing Certificate requirements can be found by clicking   here   (Download PDF reader)   or by obtaining the requirements from the Employment Services Division office. General Qualifications Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. Driver's License: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Commission Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Child and Elder Abuse Reporting: Persons selected for employment must, as a condition of employment, sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code and Section 15630 of the Welfare and Institutions Code relating to child and elder abuse reporting. Physical Requirements: Some positions in this class may require the incumbent to be able to: Sit for periods up to one hour while driving to home visits. Climb flights of stairs to reach residence. Lift infants and toddlers weighing up to 40 pounds. Carry automobile child safety seats. Have sufficient vision to assess physical condition of clients and home environment. Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working conditions: Some positions in this class may require the incumbent to: Be exposed to hostile, emotionally disturbed or mentally ill persons and/or confrontational interpersonal situations. Work in dangerous, high crime areas of the community. Work during non-routine hours, standby and/or callback. Work in and around substandard living areas with exposure to common communicable diseases, scabies, impetigo and other rashes. Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement, very hot and/or cold weather. Special Skills Language Requirement Special skills classes require sufficient knowledge to speak, read and write fluently a language other than standard English; and/or knowledge of a multi-cultural group encompassing but not limited to: family member roles and living environments; the various characteristics or problems unique to the group in employment, education, health, economics and social customs; and current social movements involving the group. Incumbents use the specific language and multi-cultural knowledge in the performance of typical duties, incorporating this knowledge to appropriately serve clients and families in a manner that is culturally competent and affirming. In addition, incumbents translate and interpret using standard English and a language other than standard English, and act as a consultant to others regarding the specific multi-cultural group. Human Services Social Worker - African American Culture Human Services Social Worker - Arabic Language and Middle Eastern Culture Human Services Social Worker - Armenian Language and Culture Human Services Social Worker - Cambodian Language and Culture Human Services Social Worker - Chinese Language and Culture Human Services Social Worker - Farsi Language and Persian Culture Human Services Social Worker - Hmong Language and Culture Human Services Social Worker - Japanese Language and Culture Human Services Social Worker - Korean Language and Culture Human Services Social Worker - Lao Language and Culture Human Services Social Worker - Mien Language and Culture Human Services Social Worker - Native American Culture Human Services Social Worker - Punjabi Language and East Indian Culture Human Services Social Worker - Russian Language and Culture Human Services Social Worker - Spanish Language and Latin Culture Human Services Social Worker - Tagalog Language and Filipino Culture Human Services Social Worker - Ukrainian Language and Culture Human Services Social Worker - Vietnamese Language and Culture Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is   twelve (12)   months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by   5:00 PM   on the posted cut-off date. Click   here   to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone 916-874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will   not   substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note:   Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.   Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire   cannot   be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate or Credentials Screening Panel exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments   will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)   (Download PDF reader) For information regarding County jobs:   www.saccountyjobs.net Call 916-874-5627 and you will be provided with a recorded message, accessible 24 hours a day.