San Joaquin County, CA
Stockton, California, usa
Introduction This recruitment is being conducted to fill Sheriffs Central Services Assistant opportunities in the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Sheriffs Central Services Assistant is the entry-level class for both the Sheriff's Materiel Specialist series and the Sheriff's Inmate Labor Specialist series. Incumbents of this class perform a variety of materiel management and/or inmate work activities that support the Sheriff's Central Services Division. Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible candidate has passed the drug screen, physical and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Helps receive, store, issue and deliver supplies, equipment and various items; verifies that goods are not missing or damaged and assures that quantity and quality specifications are met; may fill materiel orders and requisitions; retrieves, issues and delivers materiel. Helps process departmental and inmate mail and shipments; picks up, sorts, weighs, cancels and delivers mail; maintains list of registered mail; searches mail for contraband; determines which mail items are acceptable for delivery; receives money through mail and maintains basic ledgers, accounts and records. Helps assign, direct and monitor inmate work crews assigned to Central Services functional areas including housekeeping, laundry, grounds keeping, Distribution Center, commissary, property storage and mail; may direct and monitor inmate work crews on assignments both on and off the main Sheriff's compound; ensures that assigned work is completed in a timely manner and according to established procedures. Helps train inmates regarding the technical aspects of work site assignments; completes various jail, alternative work, work furlough and other records and reports; maintains daily attendance, supply and equipment usage records as assigned; documents disciplinary actions and/or inmate performance issues as assigned. May enter and retrieve computer data; may produce reports and correspondence; may attend meetings or participate on committees. May meet with various County and/or other staff regarding work assignments and/or scheduling issues; may provide information to the public and other staff regarding program procedures; may use specialized machines, County vehicles, heavy equipment, and/or power tools to perform assignments. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Experience : One year of paid work experience performing general warehouse, housekeeping, laundry, landscaping/horticultural or related duties in a large commercial or institutional facility. OR II Experience : Two years of general office clerical work, one year of which must be comparable to Office Assistant II in San Joaquin County. Substitution : Completion of coursework from an accredited college, university, or approved vocational/technical school may be substituted for this experience on a year for year basis. AND License : Possession of a valid California Driver’s License. KNOWLEDGE Basic principles and practices of supply handling; basic mathematics, grammar and punctuation; record keeping principles and techniques; methods of locating and verifying information; operation of standard office equipment, including computers; safe methods of lifting heavy objects and performing manual tasks; basic concepts of human behavior. ABILITY Understand and follow oral and written directions; maintain records and write reports; assign, direct and monitor inmate laborers; read and understand job-related material; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively with others; drive delivery vehicles; lift and move heavy objects safely. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent standing for long periods, walking, bending, squatting; occasional operation of keyboards, sitting for long periods, pushing, pulling, driving, operation of heavy equipment, climbing ladders and/or stairs, crawling; Lifting -Constantly 5 pounds or less; frequently 5 to 30 pounds; occasionally 30+ pounds, restraining/lifting/turning heavy objects; Vision -Good overall vision required including frequent use of color perception, hand/eye coordination, depth perception, peripheral vision; occasional reading/close up work; Dexterity -Frequent holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion; occasional writing; Hearing/Talking -Constant hearing of normal speech, hearing on the telephone/radio, and hearing faint sounds; frequent talking in person; occasional talking on the telephone; Emotional/Psychological -Frequent concentration; occasional emergency situations, exposure to trauma/grief/death, public contact, decision making, heights, hazardous materials, working alone, working weekends/nights, overtime/travel; Special Conditions -Frequent exposure to varied indoor/outdoor weather, temperatures and conditions including dust, dirt, smoke, fumes, poor ventilation, and noise. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Online Written Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral : Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank : The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives : Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility : If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Introduction This recruitment is being conducted to fill Sheriffs Central Services Assistant opportunities in the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office and to establish an eligible list which may be used to fill future vacancies. Sheriffs Central Services Assistant is the entry-level class for both the Sheriff's Materiel Specialist series and the Sheriff's Inmate Labor Specialist series. Incumbents of this class perform a variety of materiel management and/or inmate work activities that support the Sheriff's Central Services Division. Pre-Employment Physical, Drug Screen and Background : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination, a pre-employment drug screen and a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible candidate has passed the drug screen, physical and successfully completed the background process. The County pays for the initial drug screen and physical. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Helps receive, store, issue and deliver supplies, equipment and various items; verifies that goods are not missing or damaged and assures that quantity and quality specifications are met; may fill materiel orders and requisitions; retrieves, issues and delivers materiel. Helps process departmental and inmate mail and shipments; picks up, sorts, weighs, cancels and delivers mail; maintains list of registered mail; searches mail for contraband; determines which mail items are acceptable for delivery; receives money through mail and maintains basic ledgers, accounts and records. Helps assign, direct and monitor inmate work crews assigned to Central Services functional areas including housekeeping, laundry, grounds keeping, Distribution Center, commissary, property storage and mail; may direct and monitor inmate work crews on assignments both on and off the main Sheriff's compound; ensures that assigned work is completed in a timely manner and according to established procedures. Helps train inmates regarding the technical aspects of work site assignments; completes various jail, alternative work, work furlough and other records and reports; maintains daily attendance, supply and equipment usage records as assigned; documents disciplinary actions and/or inmate performance issues as assigned. May enter and retrieve computer data; may produce reports and correspondence; may attend meetings or participate on committees. May meet with various County and/or other staff regarding work assignments and/or scheduling issues; may provide information to the public and other staff regarding program procedures; may use specialized machines, County vehicles, heavy equipment, and/or power tools to perform assignments. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EITHER I Experience : One year of paid work experience performing general warehouse, housekeeping, laundry, landscaping/horticultural or related duties in a large commercial or institutional facility. OR II Experience : Two years of general office clerical work, one year of which must be comparable to Office Assistant II in San Joaquin County. Substitution : Completion of coursework from an accredited college, university, or approved vocational/technical school may be substituted for this experience on a year for year basis. AND License : Possession of a valid California Driver’s License. KNOWLEDGE Basic principles and practices of supply handling; basic mathematics, grammar and punctuation; record keeping principles and techniques; methods of locating and verifying information; operation of standard office equipment, including computers; safe methods of lifting heavy objects and performing manual tasks; basic concepts of human behavior. ABILITY Understand and follow oral and written directions; maintain records and write reports; assign, direct and monitor inmate laborers; read and understand job-related material; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively with others; drive delivery vehicles; lift and move heavy objects safely. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility -Frequent standing for long periods, walking, bending, squatting; occasional operation of keyboards, sitting for long periods, pushing, pulling, driving, operation of heavy equipment, climbing ladders and/or stairs, crawling; Lifting -Constantly 5 pounds or less; frequently 5 to 30 pounds; occasionally 30+ pounds, restraining/lifting/turning heavy objects; Vision -Good overall vision required including frequent use of color perception, hand/eye coordination, depth perception, peripheral vision; occasional reading/close up work; Dexterity -Frequent holding, reaching, grasping, repetitive motion; occasional writing; Hearing/Talking -Constant hearing of normal speech, hearing on the telephone/radio, and hearing faint sounds; frequent talking in person; occasional talking on the telephone; Emotional/Psychological -Frequent concentration; occasional emergency situations, exposure to trauma/grief/death, public contact, decision making, heights, hazardous materials, working alone, working weekends/nights, overtime/travel; Special Conditions -Frequent exposure to varied indoor/outdoor weather, temperatures and conditions including dust, dirt, smoke, fumes, poor ventilation, and noise. San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out : A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Online Written Exams : Written exams may be administered online. Candidates will be notified of the examination date and will be responsible to complete the written exam within a given period of time (typically within five calendar days). Candidates are required to read the Online Exam Guide for Test Takers prior to taking an online written exam. The link to the guide is here: Online Exam Guide For Test Takers PLEASE NOTE: Online exams must be completed in one sitting and can only be taken once Candidates will have access to an online exam within the allotted time only A steady internet connection is highly recommended The allotted time will still continue if a candidate closes the window or gets disconnected Once the allotted time expires, access to the exam will be unavailable Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer . Therefore, it is recommended that candidates do not use Internet Explorer to complete online written exams. Candidates that do not have access to a computer can contact the Human Resources office at (209)468-3370 for information on accommodations. Testing Accommodation : Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists : Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral : Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank : The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five : The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives : Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility : If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
SOUTH COAST AQMD
Diamond Bar, California, United States
SOUTH COAST AQMD AND JOB OVERVIEW If you are a current or former foster youth looking for employment, apply for this internship opportunity today! SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Current enrollment in, completion of, or current or past eligibility for a California County Department of Children and Family Services' and Probation Department's Independent Living Program; or Current enrollment in the Department of Public Works' and Probation Department's Youth Opportunity Program; or Current participation in a nonprofit organization program that provides young adults emancipated from a state or local foster care system with job training and career development. ABOUT South Coast AQMD South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) is one of the largest and most technologically sophisticated environmental regulatory agencies in the Nation. We serve a four-county region that includes large areas of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, including the Coachella Valley, which is home to more than 17 million people. South Coast AQMD's headquarters is located in Diamond Bar, 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, at the junction of the 57 and 60 freeways. With a highly diverse "Clean Air Team" of over 750 employees, an annual budget of $162.6 million, and a state-of-the-art air quality laboratory, our mission is to ensure clean air and a healthy environment. South Coast AQMD is an organization you can be proud to work for -- we make a difference in the quality of life in Southern California! NOTE : These positions have very specific qualifications that must be met to be eligible to apply. See Special Requirements section before completing an application. If you meet the requirements, this is an excellent opportunity that could lead to a great career! ABOUT CAREER DEVELOPMENT INTERNS (CDI) : This is a multi-position, training-level class. Incumbents participate in entry-level work in a training capacity in one of the following job classifications: Fleet Services Worker I, General Maintenance Helper, Mail Subscription Services Clerk, Office Assistant, Print Shop Duplicator, or Stock Clerk. CDIs participate in a structured on-the-job training assignment in preparation for successful progression into one of the above jobs. Such jobs are not guaranteed, as they are only filled through competitive processes. CDI assignments are limited, and are not to exceed three years. Incumbents are expected to gain valuable competitive experience, knowledge, skills and abilities as they engage in the following essential job functions: EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Fleet Services Worker: Under close supervision, may remove and replace oil filters, air filters, hoses, fan belts, light bulbs, windshield wipers, or other vehicle accessories, as needed; dispense fuel to fleet and rideshare vehicles and controls the parking of vehicles in South Coast AQMD parking lots; load and unload vehicles operated; sort and route mail and do clerical work as required; clean automotive compound area; keep records and make reports; ensure vehicles are checked and serviced. General Maintenance Helper: Under close supervision, may assist others in the repair of machinery and equipment and may perform less difficult tasks independently; assist in the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment such as generators, motors, transformers, switches, controls and circuits; set up machinery and tools and prepares work sites; move materials, equipment and machinery; assist in the construction and repair of structures and fixtures, painting, and installation of hardware. Mail/Subscription Services Clerk: Under close supervision, may collect and deliver United States, private carrier, and intra-South Coast AQMD mail, correspondence, packages, and other materials according to established procedures and routes; sort, weigh, and determine means of mail delivery for outgoing mail and packages; pack or unpack materials; operate, maintain, and monitor postage meter machines, electronic scales, and other equipment; operate labeling and printing equipment when preparing mailing labels; assemble and insert materials for mailing; may operate a computer or word processor while making additions, deletions, and other modifications to mailing lists; research mailing list databases and compile new lists for targeted mailings. Office Assistant : Under close supervision, may type letters, reports, charts, tables, case records, vouchers, or similar documents; proofread finished copy to correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling; process a variety of documents according to established policies and procedures; refer difficult or technical inquiries to other staff; file documents; prepare, arrange, index, cross file and maintain computerized and manual records, logs, rosters and registers; compile data for general information purposes and individual requests for special reports and projects by extracting and/or tabulating information from a variety of sources and predetermined forms or procedures; answer telephone and route incoming calls; direct individuals to appropriate offices and staff; receive, open, and time stamp mail; sort and log correspondence; deliver and pick up various materials, stuff envelopes, and assemble packages for mailing; provide a variety of basic, administrative support duties for management and supervisory personnel, as directed. Print Shop Duplicator : Under close supervision, may set up and operate computer-controlled duplicating equipment in the production of forms, notices, reports, maps, specifications and other materials, utilizing various sizes and weights of paper, large solids, continuous tone, half-tone and line work; provide advice regarding format, layout, and machine capabilities and alternative methods of duplication; clean, lubricate, adjust and make minor repairs to equipment; perform related work, such as collating, binding, cutting, trimming, padding and punching; operate other types of duplicating equipment. Stock Clerk : Under close supervision, may stock inventory supply items on shelves or in bins; receive, stock or store supplies, furniture, and equipment; assemble and complete requisition orders; deliver and distribute supplies, equipment, and furniture to various divisions and offices; receive supplies, equipment, and furniture delivered from vendors; move items to the stockroom and warehouse; assist in the inventory and tagging of fixed assets; assist in the disposition of surplus equipment; prepare and maintain records pertaining to the receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies, furniture, and equipment; inventory and reorder stockroom supplies as directed. All Classes: May perform other related duties as required or assigned. MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Current enrollment in, completion of, or current or past eligibility for a California County Department of Children and Family Services' and Probation Department's Independent Living Program; or current enrollment in the Department of Public Works' and Probation Department's Youth Opportunity Program; or current participation in a nonprofit organization program that provides young adults emancipated from a state or local foster care system with job training and career development. NOTE : To be considered for this position, you must attach to your application, documentation to validate that you are or were in a Foster Care Program though a County, State, or private agency (under contract) and check the appropriate boxes in the supplemental questionnaire. Preparation : Education, knowledge, skills, training OR experience that would demonstrate the capacity to learn and perform the essential duties of an Office Assistant. Driver's License: Some positions in this classification, depending upon assignment, require possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates offered these positions would be required to show proof of a driver's license before appointment. Some applicants for this position will be required to present a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before being appointed. License must not be suspended, restricted, or revoked. An applicant whose driving record shows significant moving violations, and/or at fault accidents, may not be appointed to position that would require operation of a motor vehicle while on duty. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 : All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the Human Resources Manager over Recruitment and Selection for assistance. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION Applications will first be screened for candidates who meet the SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (above) and for applicants who meet minimum qualifications AND demonstrate the most competitive or directly transferable experience. Such candidates may be invited to a written multiple-choice examination; performance-based skills testing to evaluate ability to read and follow instructions; and/or other tests deemed appropriate. Based on their performance in the above tests, the most competitively qualified candidates will be advanced to a Qualifications Appraisal Panel interview, from which a list of eligible candidates will be created. The final step in the selection process will be a placement interview of eligible candidates. South Coast AQMD reserves the right to modify the selection process, as needed, based upon the qualifications and numbers of applications. Job applications must be completely filled out; a resume cannot be substituted for the required application. Your application will be reviewed very carefully, and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to further testing. Please call Human Resources at least one week in advance if you might need an accommodation at any time during the selection process. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact the Human Resources Department at (909) 396-2800. CAREER DEVELOPMENT INTERN BENEFIT DESCRIPTION Monthly Benefit Allotment $1,401, to purchase medical, dental, and life insurance, with unused portion paid to you as cash Medical Health Plans Blue Shield PPO Blue Shield PPO Savings Plus 2250 (High Deductible Plan) Blue Shield HMO Kaiser HMO Kaiser HSA HMO 1500 (High Deductible Plan) Dental Plans Delta Dental (without orthodontic benefits) Delta Dental (with orthodontic benefits for children only) DeltaCare (PMI) Dental Vision Plan Medical Eye Services (MES) - Optional Life Insurance $10,000 Term Life Insurance (Optional additional life insurance, paid by you, at 1X, 2X, or 3X your salary) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Administered by MHN; Provides 3 employer-paid counseling sessions per event, as well as a variety of work and home life support services Employee-PaidAccidental Death & Dismemberment Optional Section 125 Optional Plans (Medical Reimbursement; Dependent Care) Work Schedule Four 10-hour days, Tuesday through Friday Holidays 12 paid holidays per year Sick Leave 100 hours per year Other Leaves Bereavement; Catastrophic; Jury Duty; Military; Witness Deferred Compensation (457 Plan) Optional (Employee may contribute up to the IRS maximum) 12/07/2021 Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
SOUTH COAST AQMD AND JOB OVERVIEW If you are a current or former foster youth looking for employment, apply for this internship opportunity today! SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Current enrollment in, completion of, or current or past eligibility for a California County Department of Children and Family Services' and Probation Department's Independent Living Program; or Current enrollment in the Department of Public Works' and Probation Department's Youth Opportunity Program; or Current participation in a nonprofit organization program that provides young adults emancipated from a state or local foster care system with job training and career development. ABOUT South Coast AQMD South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) is one of the largest and most technologically sophisticated environmental regulatory agencies in the Nation. We serve a four-county region that includes large areas of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, including the Coachella Valley, which is home to more than 17 million people. South Coast AQMD's headquarters is located in Diamond Bar, 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, at the junction of the 57 and 60 freeways. With a highly diverse "Clean Air Team" of over 750 employees, an annual budget of $162.6 million, and a state-of-the-art air quality laboratory, our mission is to ensure clean air and a healthy environment. South Coast AQMD is an organization you can be proud to work for -- we make a difference in the quality of life in Southern California! NOTE : These positions have very specific qualifications that must be met to be eligible to apply. See Special Requirements section before completing an application. If you meet the requirements, this is an excellent opportunity that could lead to a great career! ABOUT CAREER DEVELOPMENT INTERNS (CDI) : This is a multi-position, training-level class. Incumbents participate in entry-level work in a training capacity in one of the following job classifications: Fleet Services Worker I, General Maintenance Helper, Mail Subscription Services Clerk, Office Assistant, Print Shop Duplicator, or Stock Clerk. CDIs participate in a structured on-the-job training assignment in preparation for successful progression into one of the above jobs. Such jobs are not guaranteed, as they are only filled through competitive processes. CDI assignments are limited, and are not to exceed three years. Incumbents are expected to gain valuable competitive experience, knowledge, skills and abilities as they engage in the following essential job functions: EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Fleet Services Worker: Under close supervision, may remove and replace oil filters, air filters, hoses, fan belts, light bulbs, windshield wipers, or other vehicle accessories, as needed; dispense fuel to fleet and rideshare vehicles and controls the parking of vehicles in South Coast AQMD parking lots; load and unload vehicles operated; sort and route mail and do clerical work as required; clean automotive compound area; keep records and make reports; ensure vehicles are checked and serviced. General Maintenance Helper: Under close supervision, may assist others in the repair of machinery and equipment and may perform less difficult tasks independently; assist in the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment such as generators, motors, transformers, switches, controls and circuits; set up machinery and tools and prepares work sites; move materials, equipment and machinery; assist in the construction and repair of structures and fixtures, painting, and installation of hardware. Mail/Subscription Services Clerk: Under close supervision, may collect and deliver United States, private carrier, and intra-South Coast AQMD mail, correspondence, packages, and other materials according to established procedures and routes; sort, weigh, and determine means of mail delivery for outgoing mail and packages; pack or unpack materials; operate, maintain, and monitor postage meter machines, electronic scales, and other equipment; operate labeling and printing equipment when preparing mailing labels; assemble and insert materials for mailing; may operate a computer or word processor while making additions, deletions, and other modifications to mailing lists; research mailing list databases and compile new lists for targeted mailings. Office Assistant : Under close supervision, may type letters, reports, charts, tables, case records, vouchers, or similar documents; proofread finished copy to correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling; process a variety of documents according to established policies and procedures; refer difficult or technical inquiries to other staff; file documents; prepare, arrange, index, cross file and maintain computerized and manual records, logs, rosters and registers; compile data for general information purposes and individual requests for special reports and projects by extracting and/or tabulating information from a variety of sources and predetermined forms or procedures; answer telephone and route incoming calls; direct individuals to appropriate offices and staff; receive, open, and time stamp mail; sort and log correspondence; deliver and pick up various materials, stuff envelopes, and assemble packages for mailing; provide a variety of basic, administrative support duties for management and supervisory personnel, as directed. Print Shop Duplicator : Under close supervision, may set up and operate computer-controlled duplicating equipment in the production of forms, notices, reports, maps, specifications and other materials, utilizing various sizes and weights of paper, large solids, continuous tone, half-tone and line work; provide advice regarding format, layout, and machine capabilities and alternative methods of duplication; clean, lubricate, adjust and make minor repairs to equipment; perform related work, such as collating, binding, cutting, trimming, padding and punching; operate other types of duplicating equipment. Stock Clerk : Under close supervision, may stock inventory supply items on shelves or in bins; receive, stock or store supplies, furniture, and equipment; assemble and complete requisition orders; deliver and distribute supplies, equipment, and furniture to various divisions and offices; receive supplies, equipment, and furniture delivered from vendors; move items to the stockroom and warehouse; assist in the inventory and tagging of fixed assets; assist in the disposition of surplus equipment; prepare and maintain records pertaining to the receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies, furniture, and equipment; inventory and reorder stockroom supplies as directed. All Classes: May perform other related duties as required or assigned. MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Current enrollment in, completion of, or current or past eligibility for a California County Department of Children and Family Services' and Probation Department's Independent Living Program; or current enrollment in the Department of Public Works' and Probation Department's Youth Opportunity Program; or current participation in a nonprofit organization program that provides young adults emancipated from a state or local foster care system with job training and career development. NOTE : To be considered for this position, you must attach to your application, documentation to validate that you are or were in a Foster Care Program though a County, State, or private agency (under contract) and check the appropriate boxes in the supplemental questionnaire. Preparation : Education, knowledge, skills, training OR experience that would demonstrate the capacity to learn and perform the essential duties of an Office Assistant. Driver's License: Some positions in this classification, depending upon assignment, require possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates offered these positions would be required to show proof of a driver's license before appointment. Some applicants for this position will be required to present a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before being appointed. License must not be suspended, restricted, or revoked. An applicant whose driving record shows significant moving violations, and/or at fault accidents, may not be appointed to position that would require operation of a motor vehicle while on duty. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 : All positions are open to qualified men and women. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons with disabilities who believe they need reasonable accommodation, or help in order to apply for a position, may contact the Human Resources Manager over Recruitment and Selection for assistance. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION Applications will first be screened for candidates who meet the SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (above) and for applicants who meet minimum qualifications AND demonstrate the most competitive or directly transferable experience. Such candidates may be invited to a written multiple-choice examination; performance-based skills testing to evaluate ability to read and follow instructions; and/or other tests deemed appropriate. Based on their performance in the above tests, the most competitively qualified candidates will be advanced to a Qualifications Appraisal Panel interview, from which a list of eligible candidates will be created. The final step in the selection process will be a placement interview of eligible candidates. South Coast AQMD reserves the right to modify the selection process, as needed, based upon the qualifications and numbers of applications. Job applications must be completely filled out; a resume cannot be substituted for the required application. Your application will be reviewed very carefully, and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to further testing. Please call Human Resources at least one week in advance if you might need an accommodation at any time during the selection process. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact the Human Resources Department at (909) 396-2800. CAREER DEVELOPMENT INTERN BENEFIT DESCRIPTION Monthly Benefit Allotment $1,401, to purchase medical, dental, and life insurance, with unused portion paid to you as cash Medical Health Plans Blue Shield PPO Blue Shield PPO Savings Plus 2250 (High Deductible Plan) Blue Shield HMO Kaiser HMO Kaiser HSA HMO 1500 (High Deductible Plan) Dental Plans Delta Dental (without orthodontic benefits) Delta Dental (with orthodontic benefits for children only) DeltaCare (PMI) Dental Vision Plan Medical Eye Services (MES) - Optional Life Insurance $10,000 Term Life Insurance (Optional additional life insurance, paid by you, at 1X, 2X, or 3X your salary) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Administered by MHN; Provides 3 employer-paid counseling sessions per event, as well as a variety of work and home life support services Employee-PaidAccidental Death & Dismemberment Optional Section 125 Optional Plans (Medical Reimbursement; Dependent Care) Work Schedule Four 10-hour days, Tuesday through Friday Holidays 12 paid holidays per year Sick Leave 100 hours per year Other Leaves Bereavement; Catastrophic; Jury Duty; Military; Witness Deferred Compensation (457 Plan) Optional (Employee may contribute up to the IRS maximum) 12/07/2021 Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific