COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM SPECIALIST I/II
CLOSE DATE: Monday, November 30th, 2020
SALARY RANGE:
I – $18.75-$22.79 Per Hour
II – $20.72-$25.19 Per Hour
(New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning of the salary range.)
FINAL FILING DATE: A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Monday, November 30th, 2020
THE POSITION
The Community Action Program Specialist I/II position at the Glenn County Community Action Department, provides case management and/or crisis intervention in various program areas, including housing, weatherization, youth delinquency prevention, victim witness, family self-sufficiency and preservation, consumer training and education, income and employment services, and emergency assistance. The Community Action Program Specialist I position is the entry level class within the series and performs a significant portion of the work assigned to the journey level without the full responsibility expected at the full journey level. The Community Action Program Specialist II is the full journey level class within the series and is distinguished from the entry level class by the performance of the full range of duties, including the more complex cases. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:
I – Two (2) years of experience performing advanced journey level or specialized clerical/paraprofessional duties. Experience providing social services, public assistance, counseling, or case management is preferred.
II - One (1) year of experience performing duties comparable to those of the Community Action Program Specialist I, or three (3) years of experience providing social services, public assistance, counseling or case management.
Training:
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
License or Certification:
Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid California driver’s license. Bilingual services are highly desired.
All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
* A Glenn County Employment Application * Résumé
* Transcripts and/or Certificates * Cover Letter
It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office by 5:00 P.M., Monday, November 30, 2020.
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION: Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.
Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street, Willows, CA 95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net
RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS: There is no residence requirement except certain positions may require the employee to reside within a reasonable commuting distance.
TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference points for an open, non-promotional examination must attach a copy of their DD2l4 to their application at the time of submission. Submissions after the final filing date will not be accepted.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided. Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet.
SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).
