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The County of Yuba is recruiting to fill and establish an employment list for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher within the Sheriff’s Department.  The incumbent receives 9-1-1 system sheriff, fire, medical emergency and rescue calls; dispatches sheriff, fire and medical personnel following established procedures; maintains communication with officers in the field to ensure safety and provide back-up and information; provides relief coverage for the records unit; and performs related work as assigned. These classifications require shift work and the ability to make decisions and act appropriately in stressful situations. The work also involves interdepartmental cooperation with various public safety agencies located throughout the County to coordinate the most effective response to requests for assistance from the public.

About the Sheriff's Department:

The Yuba County Sheriff's Office is comprised of multiple functions within the Operations Division including Valley and Foothill Patrol, Investigations, Narcotics Task Force, Gang Enforcement, Marijuana Eradication Team, Coroner, Crime Prevention, Crisis Negotiation Team, SWAT, Canine Program, Field Training Officer, Aero Squadron, and Marine Enforcement.  The department is committed to working in partnership with the community to identify and resolve public safety and quality of life issues, consistent with it’s core values.  The Sheriff's Office provides a full range of services to an estimated population of about 70,000.  The Sheriff’s Department is located in the City of Marysville with a substation in Brownsville.

Examples of Duties:

• Receive and evaluate 9-1-1 police, fire and medical emergency calls, receive business calls for the department, which may include other county departments during off-hours; dispatch appropriate staff, provide information or transfer calls to the appropriate office or person.
• Receive and dispatch calls and enters information into a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system, and, when appropriate, a teletype system; monitor calls after initial dispatch to provide additional requested support or information.
• Access federal, state and local law enforcement information systems to obtain information regarding outstanding warrants, criminal history, records information, vehicle data and related information; relay such information to sworn staff and non-sworn staff.

The Fiscal Analyst I/II/III position at the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency performs varied and complex professional accounting and financial analysis work relating to various grants and programs; fiscal and contract management; fiscal program analysis and compliance; prepares analytical, narrative, statistical, accounting and financial reports; develops and monitors budgets; prepares financial statements and reports, and related duties as assigned. Fiscal Analyst I is the entry-level classification in the series; incumbents in this class work under supervision.  Fiscal Analyst II is the journey-level classification in the series and is distinguished from the Fiscal Analyst I by the responsibility and working independently with minimal supervision.  Fiscal Analyst III is the advanced level and supervisory classification in the series and is distinguished from Fiscal Analyst I/II by the performance of the most complex accounting and analytical duties, and may supervise Fiscal Analysts I/II as well as other fiscal staff. This position is full-time and scheduled for forty (40) hours per week.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Provides information for and prepares periodic accounting, fiscal reports, and analysis to internal units, federal, state, and local agencies and/or to private auditing firms as required by governing agencies.
• Prepares reports and analysis on accounting activities relating to funds, grants and programs.
• Prepares various financial statements including worksheets, balance sheets, income statements, statements of cash flow, adjusting and closing balance sheets, depreciation schedules, allocation schedules, and cost reports.
• Monitors the status of various grants including analyzing the availability of funds, reviewing expenditures, and ensuring that activities comply with grant regulations.

Senior Community Service Officer (Full-Time)

Working in the Police Department, the Senior Community Service Officer will perform non-sworn administrative and field support duties requiring expertise in and specialized knowledge of a variety of law enforcement programs and services; to assist with confidential and sensitive projects. General direction is provided by the department head or designee. The position may exercise technical supervision over lower-level non-sworn staff as appropriate.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the advanced journey level in the Community Services Officer series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing the duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Examples of Work are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned. Provides continuous support in carrying out the mission of the department, as amended from time to time, including:

• Develop, coordinate, and implement a variety of law enforcement programs and service related to areas of technical assignment.

• Enforce Police Department policies related to area of assignment and provide related administrative and field support to sworn staff.

• Prepare written updates to policies and procedures related to assigned programs; provide training to sworn and non-sworn staff as appropriate related to administrative, operational, and procedural practices.

• Develop and present to the general public, neighborhood groups, and the schools, information about various law enforcement programs and services.

• Perform administrative and field duties related to areas of assignment including interviewing victims/complainants and preparing and submitting related reports.

• Respond to requests for documentation related to assigned areas of responsibility; explain and interpret related policies and procedures to Police Department staff, other City departments, other law enforcement agencies, and the general public.

• Assist higher level administrative staff in performing and conducting studies and special projects; perform data collection and analysis; prepare draft reports and technical documents.

• Ensure areas of assigned responsibilities comply with related laws, codes, ordinances, and legislation and notify higher level staff of problems or irregularities.

• Establish and maintain a variety of filing and reporting systems as necessary; develop record keeping procedures; provide information to relevant parties according to Police Department policies and procedures and applicable law.

• Compile and develop information for special studies/projects and reports from a variety of resources; assist with various special projects, including coordination, research, and development of system of information and reporting systems.

• Perform the most difficult and/or sensitive duties in response to questions or concerns about law enforcement activities and programs in person, via telephone, electronic mail, or regular mail.

• Provide testimony in court, at hearings, or through deposition. May assist in taking nonemergency telephone calls as required.

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working conditions in the office area are in a clean working space, well lit, and free from extreme temperatures and humidity. Working conditions in the field are subject to variations in temperature, and may include wind, rain, and other elements.

Confidentiality is expected.

The Yuba County Sheriff’s Department is currently recruiting for the position of Correctional Officer in the Jail. Under continuing supervision incumbents perform a wide variety of support in two areas: corrections, in which incumbents ensure the security, safety and care of individuals in custody; and bailiff, in which incumbents ensure the safety and security of the courts and their personnel during court proceedings; and perform related work as assigned. Incumbents may be assigned to either County Jail security or Court security.

About the Sheriff’s Department :

The Yuba County Sheriff's Department is responsible for the administration of the Yuba County Jail and Jail staff. The Mission of the Yuba County Jail is to provide safe, efficient, humane and secure custody of all persons incarcerated. The county prisoner population is made up of those who are sentenced to county jail, those serving state prison sentences in the county jail under AB109, and those who are pre-trial and who have not yet been sentenced. The jail provides a necessary link in the criminal justice system. There are numerous programs operating within the facility including medical, kitchen, exercise, commissary, visiting, law library, inmate education, work programs, work furlough program, and inmate classification.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Accounting Specialist in the Treasurer and Tax Collector’s department. Under supervisory or management direction, the incumbent performs specialized accounting support duties including departmental payroll, billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax billing and collections; performs financial and accounting office support duties that require a specialized knowledge; provides administrative support to assigned supervisor; performs the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series, which may include providing lead direction over assigned personnel, and performing duties including, but not limited to, verifying and processing departmental payroll, reviewing a variety of financial reports for accuracy, performing the more complex research and auditing of financial documents and performs other duties as assigned. Incumbents at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility. Accounting Specialist is a County-wide classification. The employment list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill additional vacancies within the same classification in other departments including law enforcement departments such as Sheriff and Probation if they arise during the duration of the list.

Example Of Duties:

¨ Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

¨ Receives and balances monies from and prepares revenue distribution documents for County departments; posts revenues daily.

¨ Provides information to the public or to County staff that requires the use of judgment and the explanation of processes, rules or procedures.

¨ Conducts the more complex research and auditing of financial transactions and reports; adjusts accounts as necessary.

¨ Receives and reviews invoices; resolves discrepancies; codes information for proper charging to budget units or cost centers and prepares for payment;

¨ Prepares a variety of detailed financial, accounting and statistical reports; distributes such reports to governmental, funding or other organizations.

¨ Reviews a variety of financial reports to ensure conformance with laws, codes, and regulations.

The Public Works Maintenance Worker IV position leads and works with a crew of workers engaged in the construction, maintenance and repair of County roads, bridges, culverts and other related structures, various traffic control maintenance and repair activities and in the Solid Waste Site operations of the Public Works Agency; operates a variety of heavy construction, maintenance and transportation equipment as necessary to complete daily tasks; performs semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Supervises the work of a crew of County maintenance workers and inmate workers.  Instructs workers and demonstrates proper techniques and methods of performing various tasks.
• Determines amount of materials and equipment required for each assignment; orders supplies and materials as needed.
• Inspects work in progress for compliance with policies, procedures, specifications, instructions, and standards of quality and safety.
• Oversees and participates in the maintenance, cleaning and repair of assigned equipment and tools.
• Inspects roads, bridges and drainage systems for hazardous conditions and maintenance/repair requirements.
• Operates heavy construction equipment, including a backhoe, bulldozer, motor grade, front loader, road mixer, chip spreader, various trucks, tractor, roller, power broom, man lift, etc; operates a compressor, sand blasters, jack hammer, chipper machine, welding equipment, cutting torch, grade and crown tools, compaction tools, and other hand and power tools.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Deputy County Counsel I/II/III in the Office of County Counsel. Under the direction of the County Counsel and Chief Deputy County Counsel, attorneys in this series perform professional legal work by preparing and trying civil cases and providing legal counsel and assistance to the County, it’s officers, associated boards and commissions, as well as outside agencies; assists departments in interpreting regulations on a wide range of topics; represent officers and employees in litigation; act as trial advocate in civil litigation at all levels of court; and perform duties as assigned.  The Deputy County Counsel I/II/III position is flexibly staffed, and depending on background and experience, may be filled directly at the Deputy County Counsel II or III level. Involvement in formal litigation and discretionary authority increases as the incumbents progress through the various levels.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (Level I)

• Researches, interprets and applies laws, court decision, statutes, ordinances and other legal authorities for use in the preparation of legal opinions , briefs , pleadings, notes, and memoranda; prepares legal reports, opinions, briefs and appeals of average difficulty under general supervision.
• Represents, confers with and advises County officials, employees and district representatives on legal quest ions pertaining to their respective powers, duties, functions and obligations; may at tend meetings of boards and commissions in order to provide legal advice and counsel.
• Represents, confers with, and advises clients of the Office of the County Counsel with respect to all aspects of civil law, including litigation in the area of probate, police powers, zoning, planning, social services, health care, child welfare, disciplinary appeals and grievances, real and personal property, assessment and taxation, and other civil areas of public law.
• Researches and prepares formal writ ten ordinances, resolutions, contracts, agreements, leases, conveyances and other legal documents.
• Assists in researching, investigating and preparing for trial; may assist in the trial of or defense of the County in cases involving condemnation, damage or other civil suits.
• May make recommendations to the County Counsel concerning the advisability to prosecute, compromise or dismiss civil litigation.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (Level II)

• Prepares pleadings and other papers in connection with trials, hearings and other legal proceedings; performs research, investigation and detailed legal preparation for the trial or defense of the County in cases involving condemnation, damage or other civil suits.
• Makes recommendations to the County Counsel concerning the advisability to prosecute, compromise or dismiss civil litigation.
• Drafts proposed legislation, analyzes pending legislation and recommends County position on legislation.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (Level III)

• Prepares difficult legal reports, opinions, briefs and appeals using independent judgment and discretion.
• Attends meetings of boards and commissions in order to provide legal advice and counsel.

          Important:

• May direct the work of professional, technical or administrative office support staff members on a project or day-to-day basis.
• Comply with all County equipment and safety policies and procedures, and California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (CalOSHA) rules and regulations.
• May drive a County or personal motor vehicle to attend court sessions and meetings, interview individuals and visit case sites.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the County-wide classification of Senior Accounting Technician. The current vacancies exist in the Sheriff’s Department, the Treasurer Tax Collector and the Health and Human Services Department. Under direction, the incumbent performs a variety of technical financial and accounting duties that require a specialized knowledge; provide administrative support to assigned supervisor; perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series, which may include providing lead direction over assigned personnel and performing duties including, but not limited to, verifying and updating assessment tax roll information, leading the centralized payroll function, and assisting with the preparation of budget documents and perform other duties as assigned. This is the advanced journey level in the technical accounting series. This is a County-wide classification. The employment list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill additional vacancies within the same classification in other departments if they arise during the duration of the list.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for a Legal Services Specialist. Currently, vacancies exist in the Health & Human Services Department and Child Support Services. Under general supervision, the incumbent performs varied and specialized confidential legal support duties, requiring thorough knowledge of the assigned department, division, or program, its procedures, and operational details; provides administrative support to legal staff; assists with calendaring and scheduling; composes and prepares correspondence using judgment in content and style; performs skilled word processing, data entry and organization, recordkeeping, statistical and technical report preparation, and filing; prepares legal documents; assists in case coordination and filing of documents in a timely manner; and performs related duties as assigned. The Legal Services Specialist is a County wide classification.  The employment list established from this recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies in other departments.

About the County of Yuba:

The County of Yuba is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles North of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential. The County of Yuba is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and participates in the E-Verify program.

The County of Yuba is recruiting to fill and establish an employment list for the position of Deputy Sheriff.  Deputy Sheriff's perform a wide variety of patrol officer and related duties required to effectively respond to and resolve the normal scope of peace situations, including the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and ordinances, criminal investigation, crime prevention and suppression, case preparation and testimony, and providing information and assistance to the public and perform related duties as assigned. Incumbents may be assigned to a specific geographic area for patrol, investigations, crime prevention or other peace officer-related functions.  We are seeking dedicated, public service minded individuals to join our team in this honorable position.

About the Sheriff’s Department

The Yuba County Sheriff's Office is comprised of multiple functions within the Operations Division including Valley and Foothill Patrol, Investigations, Narcotics Task Force, Gang Enforcement, Marijuana Eradication Team, Coroner, Crime Prevention, Crisis Negotiation Team, SWAT, Canine Program, Field Training Officer, Aero Squadron, and Marine Enforcement.  The department is committed to working in partnership with the community to identify and resolve public safety and quality of live issues, consistent with it’s core values.  The Sheriff's Office provides a full range of services to an estimated population of about 70,000.  The Sheriff’s Department is located in the City of Marysville with a substation in Brownsville.