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The County of Yuba is recruiting for both Extra-Help and Full-Time Juvenile Corrections Officers I/II, in an effort to fill current vacancies and expand staffing levels. These positions are located on the Tri-County Youth Rehabilitation Campus which falls under the Juvenile Institutions Division of the Yuba County Probation Department.  The primary responsibilities of this flexibly staffed position are to: provide care, custody, supervision, and control of youth housed in the secured detention facilities while they are pending legal action or serving a post adjudication commitment; ensure and sustain a safe and secure environment for youth; and coordinate counseling and behavior modification activities associated with the operation of the facilities.

 

About Detention Services & Yuba County:

Our Department believes people can change and we can be instrumental in supporting that change.  We are  a small workplace family that supports one another to accomplish our mission and allow our team members to live full lives outside the workplace. Our Campus provides youth detention services to the communities of Yuba, Sutter, and Colusa Counties as well as several contract counties through our Camp Singer program.  We operate 24 hours a day, 365 days per year, and includes the Tri-County Juvenile Hall, Secure Housing Unit, and Maxine Singer Youth Guidance Center (Camp Singer), under a Joint Powers Agreement between the three counties. Our Department is the administrative agency responsible for the management and daily operation of the facility. The shared goal of facility staff is to provide youth with support and tools that will assist them with successfully reintegrating back into the community.  Staff are provided with state mandated relevant training, which includes youth trauma; crisis management; cultural competence; mental health awareness; sexual abuse and harassment; and proper use of force.    

 

IMPORTANT:

• All qualified applicants will be  required  to participate in the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC), Correctional Officer & Probation Officer series exam. Additional details with specifics will follow after the  published application review date.
• Upon request, applicants placed on the eligibility list will be required to complete, sign and return a Personal History Statement directly to the Probation Department .

 

*LATERAL HIRING INCENTIVES

· Hiring Bonus $2,500 - $10,000 (DOE)

· 50 Hrs. Sick & 50 Hrs. Vacation @ Hire

· Reduced Training Period

· Reduced Probationary Period

· Relocation Assistance May Be Available

*Lateral Hiring Incentives Eligibility: Must be currently employed with an adult county, state, or federal correctional institution.

 

The Yuba County Sheriff’s Department is currently recruiting to fill  the classification of Correctional Officer within the Yuba County 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.

 

LATERAL HIRING INCENTIVES

Hiring Bonus $2,500 - $10,000 (DOE)

 50 Hrs. Sick & 50 Hrs. Vacation (@ Hire)

Reduced Field Training Program

Reduced Probationary Period

Relocation Assistance May Be Available

(*Lateral Hiring Incentives Eligibility: Must be currently employed in a California municipal or state police agency, county sheriff’s department or California Highway Patrol, or similar as defined in California Penal Code §830.1 or §830.2)

 

About The Position:

The County of Yuba is actively recruiting to fill current vacancies and establish an eligibility 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, report writing, 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. 

 

This position does have Academy requirements attached to it, please ensure that you can provide proof of current enrollment to the Academy or proof of Mod 3 completion.  Upon successful completion of POST Academy, the position becomes a full-time probationary Police Officer position. 

We are looking for exceptional individuals to join our team. Individuals who are committed to working with their community in total partnership as we work together to improve the quality of life for everyone who works, lives, and plays in our county. We are a diversified Police Department that fully embraces the philosophy of community-oriented policing and merges that with our primary focus of creating a safe and secure community. We are a crime-fighting organization focused on rooting out that small group of individuals among us who break the law.

Take a hard look at our organization, if you are truly committed to making a difference in people’s lives and looking to live a life of service within a high-performing agency in a community that loves and respects its police department, consider joining us.

Under direct supervision, the Police Academy Recruit attends a basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified training academy to obtain the basic skills and fitness level necessary for the performance of Police Officer duties.  This position requires a thorough background investigation, psychological assessment, and a medical exam prior to appointment. This is the non-sworn, entry-level classification in the Police Officer series. Incumbents in this classification receive training in a controlled classroom environment.  Advancement to the sworn Police Officer position is based on meeting minimum qualification standards and satisfactory performance in the academy.

The Yuba County Sheriff’s Department is currently recruiting for  full-time and extra-help Animal Care Services Officers. Under close supervision, incumbents enforces State and County laws regarding stray, dangerous, rabid, nuisance and unwanted domestic animals; investigates complaints; patrols assigned areas; captures animals; removes dead animals from public and private properties; assist in feeding and cleaning animal enclosures; assist with euthanasia and disposal of animals in a humane and prescribed method and performs other duties related to humane animal protection and control; performs related work as assigned including assisting the public with drop off, pick up and adoption of animals as necessary. 

This is a working level class in animal control, responsible for enforcing applicable regulations in a limited public officer capacity. Successful performance of the work requires skill in dealing with the public in difficult situations as well as a willingness to handle animals that may be injured or ill.

About Animal Care Services:

Animal Care Services is a division of the Sheriff's Department.  Animal Care Services provides services for the unincorporated areas of Yuba County and is located in Olivehurst, California.  Animal Care Services care for lost animals, injured and abandon animals, and a provide variety of services that protect both citizens and animals. Most importantly, they keep lost pets safe and happy so they can be reunited with their owner or adopted into a new family.

Examples of Job Duties: 

• Investigates complaints from the public and other agencies regarding rabid, nuisance, stray, uncontrolled,
dangerous or diseased animals; takes and prepares specimens for testing from possibly diseased
animals.
• Conducts initial investigation of complaints regarding animal cruelty; investigates animal bites, arranging
for appropriate identification and quarantine.
• Explains local and state laws, codes and ordinances relating to the care and control of animals, filing of
complaints, and policies of the shelter to the public; sells licenses to animal owners.
• Issues citations or notices for violations of applicable regulations; patrols assigned areas operating County
vehicles.

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Occupational Health and Safety Officer! In this role, you will have the opportunity to plan, implement, and evaluate the City's Public Works Occupational Health and Safety programs along with related education programs and activities.

You'll be responsible for:

• Maintaining and administering the City's Public Works' Injury and Illness Prevention Plan;
• Interpreting regulations and ensuring compliance with Cal OSHA requirements;
• Implementing accident/injury investigations and prevention strategies;
• Providing required OSHA training to staff, conducting job hazard analysis; and
• Leading the City's Public Works internal compliance programs by assessing needs, developing objectives, implementing programs, and working with staff at all levels in the department who are responsible for implementing health and safety solutions.

This position plays an important role in reducing the Public Works Department's exposure to loss of its assets through an assessment and mitigation of risk.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is:
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in industrial hygiene or safety loss prevention, biology, engineering, public health or a related field and four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional experience administering occupational health and safety, risk management, workers' compensation or similar programs involving the identification, evaluation and control of safety hazards in work places; and developing, evaluating, and implementing occupational health and safety programs.

Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Other requirements include the ability to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, the incumbent is required to maintain a valid California driver's license as well as a satisfactory driving record. Possession of one of the following certificates is desirable: a Certified Safety Professional; Associate in Risk Management; or Certified Industrial Hygienist.

In addition to the qualifications above, the ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills and be able to fully utilize the City’s training management software application.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications must be received by December 4, 2023 at 5:00 PM PST and must include a completed application and responses to supplemental questions. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Deputy Police Chief! In this role, you will be second in command for the Berkeley Police Department and act as the Department Head in the absence of the Police Chief. This position is responsible for overall operations of the divisions and units within the Police Department and has departmentwide authority. Duties include, but are not limited to: developing, interpreting, and applying broad policies, rules, and regulations, and implementing and evaluating performance management systems, procedures, and standards for the department.

In addition to the requirements outlined below, the ideal candidate will possess the ability to create a culture of trust, manage stakeholder priorities, cultivate partnerships with the community and organization, effectively manage personnel issues, hold staff accountable, make recommendations related to fiscal, policy, and personnel issues, and deliver impactful presentations to the community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is:
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in criminology, social science, business or public administration, or a related field, and at least three (3) years of full-time paid experience equivalent to the City of Berkeley's Police Captain and/or Police Lieutenant classification. Completion of a post graduate degree in an applicable field is desirable.

Other requirements include:

• Valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to meet physical, psychological and background standards
• Willingness to work evening, night, weekend, and holiday call-ins
• Ability to maintain firearms qualification
• Possession of a P.O.S.T. Management Certificate within 6 months of appointment

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants must submit a completed application, resumé, and cover letter. Please note that resumés and/or cover letters are not a substitute for a completed application.

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

Under general supervision, the non-sworn Community Service Aide provides technical police services in crime prevention, crime investigation, and crime response which do not require full police powers and assists police officers in the maintenance of law and order.    

 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only):

• Receive and transmit calls for service over the police radio.

• Issue vehicle parking and registration citations.

• Mark, arrange tow, and maintain files for abandoned vehicles; cite

vehicle/owner for violation after a given period of time of being marked.

• Direct traffic at major injury collisions, chemical spills, malfunctioning traffic

signals, and special events.

• Drive a marked police vehicle; transport children to foster care facilities,

citizens including stranded motorists, and city staff; deliver messages,

property, and evidence as dispatched to court, citizens, or other agencies.

• Interview witnesses or others involved search for, collect, and identify

evidence; and write reports for crimes with no suspect, lost and found cases,

and non-injury collisions.

• Engage in general patrol observation; report any suspicious activity to dispatch

and patrol officers.

• Patrol and enforce animal regulation laws and ordinances, which include

receiving and investigating complaints and reports regarding stray, dangerous,

unwanted or improperly controlled dogs, livestock and other animals;

answering emergency calls and investigating persons bitten and quarantining

the animal; and impounding, transporting and giving first aid to animals.

• Complete registration of habitual sex and narcotic offenders.

• Verify and certify mechanical violations receiving a citation have been

corrected.

• Search files for information to aid in apprehending a criminal, returning lost

property, determining the disposition of a vehicle and other problem

resolution.

• May assist in the processing of evidence to include crime scene photography,

sketching, video, evidence collection, and preservation as well as other duties

associated with evidence processing.

• Assist in routine equipment/vehicle maintenance.

• Assist with clerical functions such as entering data and conducting file searches

on the computer and typing filing, and form completion.

• Provide municipal code updates and additions for best practices and law

changes.

• Coordinate training of both current employees (CPT) and new employees (FTO).

• Testify in court.

• Inspect and clean the holding facilities and radio-equipped vehicles in order to

maintain health/safety standards.

• Search and/or obtain specimens from same-sex prisoners.

• Performs related work as required.

Lateral Hiring Incentives*

• Hiring Bonus $2,500 - $10,000 (DOE)
• 50 Hours Sick & 50 Hours Vacation (@ Hire)
• Relocation Assistance May Be Available

(*Lateral Hiring Incentives Eligibility: Must be currently employed with a another recognized law enforcement agency.)

The County of Yuba is actively recruiting to fill current vacancies 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.

Next Review Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 @ 5PM

Tentative Testing Date(s): Thursday, December 21, 2023 and/or Friday, December 22, 2023.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Eligibility Technician in the Health and Human Services Department (multiple vacancies). The incumbent will determine eligibility of applicants and recipients for public assistance programs and/or assist with acquiring services and benefits through interactive interviewing and fact gathering; maintain current knowledge of multiple program regulations and procedures necessary for multi-program caseload determination; authorize payments following program procedures and guidelines; initiate and process case work through an automated system; identify needs and provide information or referral for health, social and/or employment services; act as an advocate for clients and their dependents by assisting in the preparation of forms and documents, obtaining and presenting evidence for claims or benefits and by representing clients before other agencies by following-up on claims or applying for benefits that may have been denied; provide quality customer service, and perform related work as assigned. This position reports directly to an Eligibility Supervisor and may receive lead direction from a Senior Eligibility Technician. A separate employment list will be established from candidates that indicate they are Spanish-bilingual, and successfully pass a County administered bilingual assessment.

About the Health and Human Services Department:

The  Department provides a wide array of services through a diverse system of holistic programs. It is responsible for planning, managing, coordinating, and delivering a continuum of services in a manner that is responsive to the needs of the community. The department is committed to promoting a safe, healthy and self-sufficient environment and investing in the community to improve the overall well-being of our residents. Divisions include: Adult Services; Child Welfare Services; Public Assistance; Employment Services; Housing and Integrated Services; Public Health; Veterans Services; and Finance and Administration.