Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Completion of the eighth grade; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is semi-skilled work operating a variety of power construction equipment and motorized vehicles for the Alachua County Public Works Department and the Solid Waste Resource and Recovery Department. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various types of light or medium equipment, conducting routine preventative maintenance on the equipment and performing manual tasks. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Drives a County vehicle and/or personal vehicle to work sites in order to perform required duties. Operates trucks (up to 15,000 lbs GVW plus trailer of 8,000 lbs GVW) hauling fill dirt, rock, brush, trash and heavy materials. Operates pneumatic roller. Operates tractor mounted broom. Operates farm tractor mounted front-end loader/back-hoe. Operates farm and industrial tractors with attachments such as mowers, seeders, harrows, and fertilizer spreaders. Operates other similar light or medium equipment. Hauls equipment or materials on light trailers. Performs pre-operation checks of equipment; performs routine service and preventative maintenance on equipment to maintain good working order. Performs manual tasks and labor while not operating equipment as required. Assists mechanics and vehicle service attendants in minor overhaul and repair work. Completes minor repair work on equipment. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions in the operation of light or medium equipment. Knowledge of the operating and repair characteristics of light or medium equipment. Ability to service types of light or medium equipment and to make minor repairs. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, and is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions, and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to wet, humid conditions (non-weather); fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Completion of the eighth grade; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is semi-skilled work operating a variety of power construction equipment and motorized vehicles for the Alachua County Public Works Department and the Solid Waste Resource and Recovery Department. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various types of light or medium equipment, conducting routine preventative maintenance on the equipment and performing manual tasks. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Drives a County vehicle and/or personal vehicle to work sites in order to perform required duties. Operates trucks (up to 15,000 lbs GVW plus trailer of 8,000 lbs GVW) hauling fill dirt, rock, brush, trash and heavy materials. Operates pneumatic roller. Operates tractor mounted broom. Operates farm tractor mounted front-end loader/back-hoe. Operates farm and industrial tractors with attachments such as mowers, seeders, harrows, and fertilizer spreaders. Operates other similar light or medium equipment. Hauls equipment or materials on light trailers. Performs pre-operation checks of equipment; performs routine service and preventative maintenance on equipment to maintain good working order. Performs manual tasks and labor while not operating equipment as required. Assists mechanics and vehicle service attendants in minor overhaul and repair work. Completes minor repair work on equipment. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions in the operation of light or medium equipment. Knowledge of the operating and repair characteristics of light or medium equipment. Ability to service types of light or medium equipment and to make minor repairs. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear, and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, and is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions, and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to wet, humid conditions (non-weather); fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in geographic information systems, computer graphics, geography or computer assisted drafting and one year of experience in a related field; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is a professional, technical position responsible for carrying out the implementation and enhancement of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, applications and processes based on specified requirements. The position maintains GIS data and metadata, prepares maps, performs quality assurance functions, and assists with the preparation of specifications for new GIS data/applications/processes. An employee assigned to this classification analyzes source data and prepares related geographic information system materials requiring technical mastery of GIS techniques and principles. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained. This position reports directly to the 911 GIS Coordinator. CORE COMPETENCIES: Customer Commitment – Proactively seeks to understand the needs of our customers and provide the highest standards of service. Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity – Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve. Organizational Excellence – Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the perspectives to achieve organizational goals. Success through Teamwork – Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Proficiently uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software to maintain GIS layers, perform basic GIS analysis, and plans, documents, analyzes, and develops GIS projects as assigned. Prepares and produces maps using ArcGIS software following customer requirements.Collects and maintains a database of County information for data and graphics presentation purposes from a variety of sources, including the Property Appraiser, Federal Census Bureau, etc. Operates, as required, motor vehicles (including departmental motor vehicles) in order to conduct field tests, inspections, and investigations to obtain data for use in determining code compliance, sources of, and methods for, controlling County-wide environmental pollutants. Assists in the preparation and maintenance of street system maps, databases and comprehensive plans. Provides technical graphics, mapping and addressing advice and expertise to other County staff members and the general public as required. Interacts regularly with other Alachua County agencies and other local governments. Coordinates with others on GIS projects. Interprets surveys, legal descriptions, and right-of-way maps. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of legal descriptions. Knowledge of coordinate geometry and state plane coordinates. Knowledge, understanding, and utilization of ESRI's tools including ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Online, geo-processing extensions, mobile applications (such as ArcCollector) and spatial analysis techniques. Knowledge of system operations and operator support for a mainframe computer system. Some knowledge of applicable policies, laws and regulations affecting County activities. Skill in the use of the following work related tools and standard office equipment: personal computer including word processing, database and computer aided design software, calculator, telephone, copy machine and fax machine. Ability to work with map projects applying cartographic techniques, generating map prints in various sizes and configurations using plotters, and producing maps. Ability to digitize geographic maps and have knowledge of the operation of a GIS computer system. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work projects. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is a disaster essential classification and work assignments will involve a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations. While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Supplemental Information E-911 will require GIS degree/experience An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in geographic information systems, computer graphics, geography or computer assisted drafting and one year of experience in a related field; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is a professional, technical position responsible for carrying out the implementation and enhancement of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, applications and processes based on specified requirements. The position maintains GIS data and metadata, prepares maps, performs quality assurance functions, and assists with the preparation of specifications for new GIS data/applications/processes. An employee assigned to this classification analyzes source data and prepares related geographic information system materials requiring technical mastery of GIS techniques and principles. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained. This position reports directly to the 911 GIS Coordinator. CORE COMPETENCIES: Customer Commitment – Proactively seeks to understand the needs of our customers and provide the highest standards of service. Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity – Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve. Organizational Excellence – Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the perspectives to achieve organizational goals. Success through Teamwork – Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Proficiently uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software to maintain GIS layers, perform basic GIS analysis, and plans, documents, analyzes, and develops GIS projects as assigned. Prepares and produces maps using ArcGIS software following customer requirements.Collects and maintains a database of County information for data and graphics presentation purposes from a variety of sources, including the Property Appraiser, Federal Census Bureau, etc. Operates, as required, motor vehicles (including departmental motor vehicles) in order to conduct field tests, inspections, and investigations to obtain data for use in determining code compliance, sources of, and methods for, controlling County-wide environmental pollutants. Assists in the preparation and maintenance of street system maps, databases and comprehensive plans. Provides technical graphics, mapping and addressing advice and expertise to other County staff members and the general public as required. Interacts regularly with other Alachua County agencies and other local governments. Coordinates with others on GIS projects. Interprets surveys, legal descriptions, and right-of-way maps. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of legal descriptions. Knowledge of coordinate geometry and state plane coordinates. Knowledge, understanding, and utilization of ESRI's tools including ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Online, geo-processing extensions, mobile applications (such as ArcCollector) and spatial analysis techniques. Knowledge of system operations and operator support for a mainframe computer system. Some knowledge of applicable policies, laws and regulations affecting County activities. Skill in the use of the following work related tools and standard office equipment: personal computer including word processing, database and computer aided design software, calculator, telephone, copy machine and fax machine. Ability to work with map projects applying cartographic techniques, generating map prints in various sizes and configurations using plotters, and producing maps. Ability to digitize geographic maps and have knowledge of the operation of a GIS computer system. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work projects. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is a disaster essential classification and work assignments will involve a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations. While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Supplemental Information E-911 will require GIS degree/experience An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree in counseling, psychology or related mental health field and two years of mental health counseling and/or crisis intervention experience, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. A Post-Master's Education Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree is equivalent to the required education and one year of related work experience in suicide and crisis intervention. Licensure in mental health, marriage and family counseling or any related mental health field is required within six months of employment. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. This is a grant funded position. Employees are eligible for benefits but have no rights to permanent employment. Position Summary This is responsible professional work providing mobile response team services, and the ongoing development, training and support of the Crisis Center's mobile response program. An employee assigned to this classification coordinates the mobile response team training and external relationships with schools, law enforcement, and other agencies. The employee also directs the daily processing of mobile response calls, follow up contacts, and warm hand offs to community providers. Work is directed and reviewed by a higher level supervisor through conferences, reports and observation of the results achieved. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Provides supervision and guidance to both volunteers and graduate students, counsels clients and helps to maintain a continuous community suicide prevention and crisis intervention program. Provides trauma sensitive and strength based mobile response crisis intervention services. Provides direct service through mobile response, crisis phone line, face to face counseling, or through Crisis Center chat/text services as needed, on planned basis and in emergencies. Provides clients and families with prompt screening, assessment, crisis intervention support, and linkage to community services. Develops care plans for mobile response clients and their families focused on strategies to reduce individual and family stressors and for maintaining stabilization. Provides care coordination by enlisting the consultation of psychiatric providers and other mental health/social service organizations and transitioning care via a warm hand?off when possible and appropriate. Provides after-hours on-call and in person supervision for mobile response team and all Crisis Center workers. Assists with coordination of mobile response team schedules, caseloads and related duties, and coordinates activities of staff, volunteers, and graduate students in providing mobile response and ongoing counseling services to assist clients and families in crisis. Designs training curriculum, identifies, and prepares mobile response team members in coordination with other Crisis Center staff. Develops and reviews assessment tools, care plans, and safety standards for mobile outreach response. Maintains memorandums of understanding with all county law enforcement agencies, local school administration, and other participating agencies. Ensures process for informed consent and HIPAA compliance measures. Provides supervision and clinical training to graduate students toward their certification and/or licensure. Assists staff and volunteers, through individual and group conferences, in analyzing mobile response cases, client concerns, and the ongoing coordination of care. Informs citizens and community organizations about the Crisis Center's mobile response team, crisis intervention services and suicide prevention programs that are available to the community. Collaborates with local agencies to coordinate client care as well as to develop and implement community-wide strategies to address mental health issues. Collects feedback from each individual and family regarding the service delivery to improve outcomes of care that inform, individualize, and improve provider service delivery. Participates in developing and implementing agency administrative policy. Trains new employees in areas such as agency policy, department procedures, and agency or government regulations. Provides in-service training for experienced workers in areas such as advanced mobile response and crisis intervention skills, policies and procedures, trauma informed care, cultural and linguistic competency. Represents department in community or in interagency activities. Conducts and/or directs staff development programs. Directs and assists volunteer and graduate student counselors in effective processing of immediate telephone, mobile outreach, and walk-in requests for assistance. Continuously reviews current caseload. Counsels and refers clients to appropriate agencies or services in the community as appropriate. Supervises and continuously evaluates and advises crisis intervention volunteers, practicum and Internship graduate students. Maintains client files and records. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle regularly to respond to crisis calls 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week; drives to offsite locations to conduct training and/or participate in outreach events. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations relating to the operation of community crisis intervention programs. Considerable knowledge of current techniques, principles and practices of crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs. Knowledge of community counseling/intervention resources available to the center. Skill in the use of personal computers including word processing programs. Ability to work with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural and linguistic competency. Ability to work with and counsel suicidal/distraught clients and work within a family driven and youth guided collaborative model. Ability to function in a team setting. Ability to train, supervise and appraise volunteers and students. Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergencies. Ability to coordinate and supervise volunteers and students in emergency situations. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to make public presentations before community organizations about the program. Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with assisting agencies, other County departments, employees and the general public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The Crisis Center operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and employees in this position will be required to work various hours and days of the week. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree in counseling, psychology or related mental health field and two years of mental health counseling and/or crisis intervention experience, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. A Post-Master's Education Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree is equivalent to the required education and one year of related work experience in suicide and crisis intervention. Licensure in mental health, marriage and family counseling or any related mental health field is required within six months of employment. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. This is a grant funded position. Employees are eligible for benefits but have no rights to permanent employment. Position Summary This is responsible professional work providing mobile response team services, and the ongoing development, training and support of the Crisis Center's mobile response program. An employee assigned to this classification coordinates the mobile response team training and external relationships with schools, law enforcement, and other agencies. The employee also directs the daily processing of mobile response calls, follow up contacts, and warm hand offs to community providers. Work is directed and reviewed by a higher level supervisor through conferences, reports and observation of the results achieved. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Provides supervision and guidance to both volunteers and graduate students, counsels clients and helps to maintain a continuous community suicide prevention and crisis intervention program. Provides trauma sensitive and strength based mobile response crisis intervention services. Provides direct service through mobile response, crisis phone line, face to face counseling, or through Crisis Center chat/text services as needed, on planned basis and in emergencies. Provides clients and families with prompt screening, assessment, crisis intervention support, and linkage to community services. Develops care plans for mobile response clients and their families focused on strategies to reduce individual and family stressors and for maintaining stabilization. Provides care coordination by enlisting the consultation of psychiatric providers and other mental health/social service organizations and transitioning care via a warm hand?off when possible and appropriate. Provides after-hours on-call and in person supervision for mobile response team and all Crisis Center workers. Assists with coordination of mobile response team schedules, caseloads and related duties, and coordinates activities of staff, volunteers, and graduate students in providing mobile response and ongoing counseling services to assist clients and families in crisis. Designs training curriculum, identifies, and prepares mobile response team members in coordination with other Crisis Center staff. Develops and reviews assessment tools, care plans, and safety standards for mobile outreach response. Maintains memorandums of understanding with all county law enforcement agencies, local school administration, and other participating agencies. Ensures process for informed consent and HIPAA compliance measures. Provides supervision and clinical training to graduate students toward their certification and/or licensure. Assists staff and volunteers, through individual and group conferences, in analyzing mobile response cases, client concerns, and the ongoing coordination of care. Informs citizens and community organizations about the Crisis Center's mobile response team, crisis intervention services and suicide prevention programs that are available to the community. Collaborates with local agencies to coordinate client care as well as to develop and implement community-wide strategies to address mental health issues. Collects feedback from each individual and family regarding the service delivery to improve outcomes of care that inform, individualize, and improve provider service delivery. Participates in developing and implementing agency administrative policy. Trains new employees in areas such as agency policy, department procedures, and agency or government regulations. Provides in-service training for experienced workers in areas such as advanced mobile response and crisis intervention skills, policies and procedures, trauma informed care, cultural and linguistic competency. Represents department in community or in interagency activities. Conducts and/or directs staff development programs. Directs and assists volunteer and graduate student counselors in effective processing of immediate telephone, mobile outreach, and walk-in requests for assistance. Continuously reviews current caseload. Counsels and refers clients to appropriate agencies or services in the community as appropriate. Supervises and continuously evaluates and advises crisis intervention volunteers, practicum and Internship graduate students. Maintains client files and records. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle regularly to respond to crisis calls 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week; drives to offsite locations to conduct training and/or participate in outreach events. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations relating to the operation of community crisis intervention programs. Considerable knowledge of current techniques, principles and practices of crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs. Knowledge of community counseling/intervention resources available to the center. Skill in the use of personal computers including word processing programs. Ability to work with diverse populations and demonstrate cultural and linguistic competency. Ability to work with and counsel suicidal/distraught clients and work within a family driven and youth guided collaborative model. Ability to function in a team setting. Ability to train, supervise and appraise volunteers and students. Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergencies. Ability to coordinate and supervise volunteers and students in emergency situations. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to make public presentations before community organizations about the program. Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with assisting agencies, other County departments, employees and the general public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The Crisis Center operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and employees in this position will be required to work various hours and days of the week. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Clackamas County
Oregon City, OR, United States
Seasonal Park Assistant (Multiple Openings) Job ID: 106871 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary:Seasonal CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another: Service Professionalism Integrity Respect Individual accountability Trust By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT. Clackamas County Core Values Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply. CLOSE DATE This position will remain open until filled. This recruitment is for multiple seasonal roles and will remain open until all vacancies have been filled. Applications will be reviewed every Monday morning. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any time on or after that date. Work will generally start mid-May and continue through mid-September. Earlier or later start dates are available as needed. PAY AND BENEFITS Hourly Pay Range: starting at $ 18.25 Starting salaries will be within the posted pay range, based on job-related factors, such as relevant experience. This may include military service, paid work, and unpaid work (internships, volunteering, etc.). A temporary status or seasonal status position receives EAP benefits only. Employees will accrue one (1) hour of sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked with a maximum accrual of eighty (80) hours per year JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS Clackamas County Parks is seeking Seasonal Park Assistants to provide excellent customer service, perform landscaping, janitorial, and other tasks in order to protect, maintain, operate and repair County parks lands and facilities, and be a positive presence in the parks. This recruitment is for multiple seasonal roles (generally 3 to 6 months), and will remain open until all vacancies have been filled. Applications reviewed every Monday morning. These positions will work from mid-May to mid-September. These are full-time, 40 hour per week positions. A limited number of part-time, 20 hour per week positions are also available. Learn more about County Parks Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. Learn more about the County's drug testing policy. Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check Must pass a post-offer physical assessment; accommodation requests will be reviewed on an individual basis in compliance with State and Federal legislation Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* Customer Service experience Prior Park & Recreation experience Written and oral communication skills Current CPR/ First Aid Certification Basic computer and software skills Bookkeeping experience Basic carpentry, plumbing, landscaping and small equipment maintenance skills *For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position. TYPICAL TASKS Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Provides customer service to park patrons; assesses and resolves complaints; assists volunteer park hosts as necessary; provides assistance during emergencies; prepares park for special events; assists in traffic control, parking and set up. Collects and accounts for fees in park day use and campground areas; enforces user fee compliance; processes computerized campsite reservations; ensures parks close at scheduled times and may close park as necessary. Informs and educates park users on county ordinances and regulations pertaining to the use of county parks; maintains park safety and health standards; ensures safety compliance. Under direction of a Ranger, performs tasks associated with ongoing seasonal park operations and maintenance requirements. Maintains park operation and maintenance logs and daily activity reports. Under supervision of a Ranger, performs a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of parks, park facilities, marine facilities and other public areas. Operates, repairs and maintains a variety of machines, hand and power tools and equipment used to build, repair and replace park improvements and infrastructure; performs campground and day use area cleaning and maintenance and repair such as mowing lawns, clearing roads and trails. Clean and maintain park facilities, gutters, fire pits/grills; loads and delivers firewood; cleans and restocks restrooms, removes refuse and recycling; maintains plants and cultivates trees, shrubs and lawn. Monitors park for safety and fire hazards. WORKING CONDITIONS Working knowledge and/or skills to: Carry out work assigned; establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members, other county employees, contractors, community service workers, volunteers and the public; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; interpret and enforce park rules and regulations; prepare and maintain accurate records and reports; operate computer software; safely operate motor vehicles and manual and power tools (mowers, blowers, weed eaters, edgers); construct/repair a variety of park improvements including playground equipment, walkways, tables, benches, steps, trails, campsites, planters, barbecues, and fire pits; install/maintain signs, posts, gates and fences; accurately count and handle cash transactions. WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires frequent standing, walking, squatting, bending, kneeling, twisting, and repetitive forward and overhead reaching. Ability to lift/carry 100 lbs. and push objects weighing up to 90 lbs. Duties involve exposure to inclement weather, noise, dust, chemicals, fumes and continuous work around moving machinery. WORK SCHEDULE Full-time positions work up to 40 hours during a work week. Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Seasonal Park Assistants are expected to be available for work from mid-May through mid-September. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is made. A limited number of part-time positions are available. Part-time positions work 20 hours during a work week (2 shifts) and must be able to work a Tuesday/Wednesday shift or a Saturday/Sunday shift. EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents. Explore Clackamas County Working for Clackamas County Recreation, Arts & Heritage Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT Our County Parks program provides outdoor recreation, camping, and land stewardship services to residents and visitors so they can experience clean, safe, and healthy recreation and natural resource opportunities in rural Clackamas County. Learn more about County Parks APPLICATION PROCESS Clackamas County only accepts online applications. Help With Your Application: Application Process Help with the Application If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us . Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays). HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE Request Veterans' Preference Learn more about the County's Veterans' Preference VISA SPONSORSHIP Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process. RECRUITING QUESTIONS? James Callahan, Recruiter JCallahan@clackamas.us To apply, visit https://hrapp.clackamas.us/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&JobOpeningId=106871&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=1&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant jeid-8767f88c2d8bed4f880966344064cab6
Full Time
Seasonal Park Assistant (Multiple Openings) Job ID: 106871 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary:Seasonal CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another: Service Professionalism Integrity Respect Individual accountability Trust By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT. Clackamas County Core Values Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply. CLOSE DATE This position will remain open until filled. This recruitment is for multiple seasonal roles and will remain open until all vacancies have been filled. Applications will be reviewed every Monday morning. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any time on or after that date. Work will generally start mid-May and continue through mid-September. Earlier or later start dates are available as needed. PAY AND BENEFITS Hourly Pay Range: starting at $ 18.25 Starting salaries will be within the posted pay range, based on job-related factors, such as relevant experience. This may include military service, paid work, and unpaid work (internships, volunteering, etc.). A temporary status or seasonal status position receives EAP benefits only. Employees will accrue one (1) hour of sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked with a maximum accrual of eighty (80) hours per year JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS Clackamas County Parks is seeking Seasonal Park Assistants to provide excellent customer service, perform landscaping, janitorial, and other tasks in order to protect, maintain, operate and repair County parks lands and facilities, and be a positive presence in the parks. This recruitment is for multiple seasonal roles (generally 3 to 6 months), and will remain open until all vacancies have been filled. Applications reviewed every Monday morning. These positions will work from mid-May to mid-September. These are full-time, 40 hour per week positions. A limited number of part-time, 20 hour per week positions are also available. Learn more about County Parks Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. Learn more about the County's drug testing policy. Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check Must pass a post-offer physical assessment; accommodation requests will be reviewed on an individual basis in compliance with State and Federal legislation Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* Customer Service experience Prior Park & Recreation experience Written and oral communication skills Current CPR/ First Aid Certification Basic computer and software skills Bookkeeping experience Basic carpentry, plumbing, landscaping and small equipment maintenance skills *For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position. TYPICAL TASKS Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Provides customer service to park patrons; assesses and resolves complaints; assists volunteer park hosts as necessary; provides assistance during emergencies; prepares park for special events; assists in traffic control, parking and set up. Collects and accounts for fees in park day use and campground areas; enforces user fee compliance; processes computerized campsite reservations; ensures parks close at scheduled times and may close park as necessary. Informs and educates park users on county ordinances and regulations pertaining to the use of county parks; maintains park safety and health standards; ensures safety compliance. Under direction of a Ranger, performs tasks associated with ongoing seasonal park operations and maintenance requirements. Maintains park operation and maintenance logs and daily activity reports. Under supervision of a Ranger, performs a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of parks, park facilities, marine facilities and other public areas. Operates, repairs and maintains a variety of machines, hand and power tools and equipment used to build, repair and replace park improvements and infrastructure; performs campground and day use area cleaning and maintenance and repair such as mowing lawns, clearing roads and trails. Clean and maintain park facilities, gutters, fire pits/grills; loads and delivers firewood; cleans and restocks restrooms, removes refuse and recycling; maintains plants and cultivates trees, shrubs and lawn. Monitors park for safety and fire hazards. WORKING CONDITIONS Working knowledge and/or skills to: Carry out work assigned; establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members, other county employees, contractors, community service workers, volunteers and the public; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; interpret and enforce park rules and regulations; prepare and maintain accurate records and reports; operate computer software; safely operate motor vehicles and manual and power tools (mowers, blowers, weed eaters, edgers); construct/repair a variety of park improvements including playground equipment, walkways, tables, benches, steps, trails, campsites, planters, barbecues, and fire pits; install/maintain signs, posts, gates and fences; accurately count and handle cash transactions. WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires frequent standing, walking, squatting, bending, kneeling, twisting, and repetitive forward and overhead reaching. Ability to lift/carry 100 lbs. and push objects weighing up to 90 lbs. Duties involve exposure to inclement weather, noise, dust, chemicals, fumes and continuous work around moving machinery. WORK SCHEDULE Full-time positions work up to 40 hours during a work week. Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Seasonal Park Assistants are expected to be available for work from mid-May through mid-September. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is made. A limited number of part-time positions are available. Part-time positions work 20 hours during a work week (2 shifts) and must be able to work a Tuesday/Wednesday shift or a Saturday/Sunday shift. EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents. Explore Clackamas County Working for Clackamas County Recreation, Arts & Heritage Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT Our County Parks program provides outdoor recreation, camping, and land stewardship services to residents and visitors so they can experience clean, safe, and healthy recreation and natural resource opportunities in rural Clackamas County. Learn more about County Parks APPLICATION PROCESS Clackamas County only accepts online applications. Help With Your Application: Application Process Help with the Application If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us . Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays). HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE Request Veterans' Preference Learn more about the County's Veterans' Preference VISA SPONSORSHIP Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process. RECRUITING QUESTIONS? James Callahan, Recruiter JCallahan@clackamas.us To apply, visit https://hrapp.clackamas.us/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&JobOpeningId=106871&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=1&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant jeid-8767f88c2d8bed4f880966344064cab6