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The City of Woodland offers a competitive total compensation package including:

• Starting income ranging from $6,371.12 to $8,756.55 per month based on skills and years of experience, with incremental pay increases.
• Robust Retirement Program including CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, Retirement Health Savings Plan & 457 Deferred Comp plans with a 3% City match
• Low-Cost & No-Cost Health Benefits, including choice of CalPERS Medical Plans, and City-paid Dental Insurance, Vision insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Training & Career Development, including City-paid Professional Growth Incentive, City-provided training, and professional advancement opportunities
• Home-Life Balance, inclusive work environment and predictable work schedule, as well as paid holiday, vacation, sick and administrative leaves

POSITION

To plan, organize and manage all activities and programs for a specified division of library operations or services, to include the supervision, coordination, promotion and evaluation of division program.  The purpose of this recruitment is to fill an upcoming vacancy in the Woodland Public Library, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Woodland Public Library is seeking a team-orientated, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking Library Program Manager to provide oversight, development, and implementation of programs and services primarily related to adult services with general library support. Successful candidates will be flexible, energetic, dedicated to customer service, positive, and excited to work in the community of Woodland. The position works in collaboration with the Library Director and divisional Library Program Managers to help the Library provide free and equitable access to information, and informative and dynamic programming.  The Ideal Candidate enjoys working with and developing relationships with the public, schools, and other City organizations.  The ability to speak and understand Spanish is highly desirable.

Library Program Manager I: This is the entry level class in the professional library series. Assignments are generally limited in scope and within the design and procedural framework established by the Library Services Director. However, as experience is acquired, the employee performs with increasing independence.

Library Program Manager II: This is the journey level class in the professional library series. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Librarian Program Manager I, or when filled from the outside, require prior professional library work experience.  Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing substantially the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. Work in this class is distinguished from that of a Library Program Manager I by greater complexity of the assignments received and by greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate.

• Develops and interprets division policies.
• Coordinates program planning and service delivery for the division.
• Develops and conducts programs which reflect the guiding principles of the Library and public librarianship.
• Develops and monitors collection development plan for division collection. Supervises the
  collection development activities of other staff. Responsible for appearance and order of division collection.
• Supervises cataloging, classification, and processing of all library materials using ALA and LC principles and practices.
• Provides relevant training to professional staff, library technical assistants, pages, and volunteers.
• Supervises and participates in the evaluation and hiring of all division staff.
• Participates in near-term and long-range planning for the division, including budget forecasting.
• Coordinates staff review of programs, services and policies for evaluation and improvement.
• Researches and identifies future grant opportunities that align with the Library’s needs and goals, implements all stages of grant process from conception and writing to implementation, reporting, and evaluation.
• Coordinates program planning with school Librarians to ensure complementary services to students.
• Provides leadership in working relationships and communication, ensuring high productivity and quality public service; with other community agencies and city departments.
• Prepares materials to publicize the services and resources of the division.
  Evaluates the various programs to ensure success with the Community, and adjust the programs as needed.
• Prepares regular reports for the Library Services Director.
• Maintains awareness of trends in library services and of issues affecting services to a specific population. Attends meetings and participates in professional library organizations.
• Regular, predictable, consistent and timely attendance is an essential function of the position.
• Performs duties in other library divisions and participates in library special projects as needed.
• Supervises the entire library, including personnel and facilities, in the absence of the Library Services Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Library Program Manager I and II
Possession of a Master of Library Sciences Degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Library Program Manager I
One (1) year experience supervising staff and/or developing/managing programs.

Library Program Manager II
A minimum of four (4) years' responsible experience in a professional librarian capacity, including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity and one (1) year of managing programs.

APPLICATION

Apply with a City of Woodland application online at www.cityofwoodland.gov/employment or by visiting the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, Woodland, CA 95695 by 5PM on Monday, October 21, 2024 (or first 25 qualified applicants).  Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by the final filing date to be considered.  Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form.  Postmarks will not be accepted.  

Review Process:  Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination.  All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof.  Applicants will be required to take and pass a medical examination by a City of Woodland physician to ensure their physical suitability to perform the assigned duties. 

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.

Panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of November 4, 2024.

CURRENT SALARY

Library Program Manager I
$6,371.12 - $8,131.33 /monthly
$2,940.52 - $3,752.92 /bi-weekly

Library Program Manager II
$6,860.99 - $8,756.55 /monthly
$3,166.61 - $4,014.48 /bi-weekly

BENEFITS

Future COLAs:                   
4% increase effective January 2025 and another 4% increase effective January 2026.          

Retirement:                          
CalPERS Retirement system (2% @ 60 Formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2% @ 62 Formula for new CalPERS members).  The City does not participate in social security

Deferred Compensation:                  
Choice of deferred compensation plans (Traditional and Roth).  City will match up to 3% of employee’s base salary

Medical:                                
CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs & PPOs.  City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance.  Maximum Family Allowance for 2024/2025: $2,195.79 per month

Dental/Vision:                      
City paid Delta Dental and VSP Vision Insurance

STD/LTD:                             
City paid wage protection for short- and long-term disabilities

Life Insurance:                     
City provides $50,000 life insurance policy

Voluntary Benefits:             
Voluntary Supplemental Life, Cancer, Accident Only, STD/LTD, and Critical Illness insurances, and Flexible Spending Accounts available

Vacation:                              
7 hours per month during first 3 years of service

Sick Leave:                          
8 hours per month

Administrative Leave:         
96 hours of leave time given each fiscal year

Holidays:                               
12.5 paid holidays (including two floating holidays)

Bilingual Pay:                       
$200 per month upon certification

Professional Growth Incentive:      
$625 per year for additional educational or professional activities

The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.  The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.

About the Department
The mission of the Human Resources Department states: “Our Human Resources team recognizes that our employees power the City of San Jose and our success as a city is dependent on our ability to create a dynamic and engaged workforce. Our employees’ ability to provide excellent service is strengthened when we invest in attracting talent, provide opportunities for career growth, enable an environment focused on health, safety, and wellness, and retain a diverse workforce in a workplace that is equitable and inclusive.”
  
San Jose’s Human Resources Department offers key strategic support to the City and is responsible for the following core services:

• Employee Benefits – Provide benefit programs that best meet the needs of employees, retirees, their dependents, and the City, assist participants in effectively utilizing their plans and promote employee wellness.
• Employment Services – Facilitate the City’s ability to attract and hire a diverse and talented workforce.
• Health and Safety – Provide services that promote employee health, safety, and well-being.
• Learning and Development – Provide Citywide employee training and pipeline development programs that support employee recruitment, growth, engagement, and retention.
• The Department also offers strategic support in Citywide Human Resources Systems Management and Records Management, Departmental Administration, Customer Service, Personnel Management, Financial Management, and Emergency Response and Recovery

San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) is currently offering an opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed, energetic and flexible manager to join a progressive, future-oriented team. Under general direction from the Library Director and/or Deputy Directors, the Library Services Manager - Employee Services will serve as the organization’s subject matter expert regarding a variety of personnel processes. We are looking for a forward-thinking and creative leader to plan, coordinate, and direct the personnel division of our organization.

While this recruitment may be used to fill any Library Services manager vacancies, the current opening is for a Library Services Manager – Employee Services, focused on the employee experience within the Library. This position will serve as internal support for library management ensuring goals for the workforce are met.

The ideal candidate will have 5 years of increasingly responsible public sector experience administering and leading strategic programs/services in the areas of personnel and staffing management preferably in a library setting. A Master’s degree in Library Science or related field is highly desirable.

The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:

• A passionate public service leader who is approachable, warm, and welcoming.
• An effective coach who knows how to infuse fun into the environment.
• A great communicator and listener.
• Curious and innovative, always seeking out the freshest solutions and latest trends available to enhance our employee experience.
• Is thoughtful and has creative approaches to finding ways to increase engagement and job satisfaction.
• Dedication to incorporate equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles into human resources programs.
• Flexible and able keep up with the rapid pace of change that occurs in the organization.
• Be in the practice of staying abreast of emerging issues, trends, and legislative changes with respect to personnel issues which may impact employees and the library.
• A strategic thinker and problem solver who is calm under pressure.
• A people person who is well-versed in the principles and practices of employee engagement.
• Enthusiastic about finding opportunities for operational improvements using data.

In addition, the ideal candidate will be knowledgeable and have experience in the following areas:

• Human Resources Information systems applications.
• County policies and procedures, including the Civil Service Rules, labor contracts, and pertinent State, Federal, and local laws relating to human resources.
• Research and analysis methods and principles.
• Techniques for conducting effective public presentations.
• Industry trends relative to employee services.
• Personnel management principles and techniques, including interviewing, selection, training, supervision, evaluation, motivation, discipline, and staff development.
• Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for dealing effectively with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
• Assist in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department.
• Plan and conduct effective management, administrative, and operational studies.
• Prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies, procedures, and contracts.
• Gather and analyze data and make effective recommendations to address moderate-to-complex personnel related problems.
• Comprehend written material; interpret, apply, and explain County policies, labor contracts, and other relevant State, Federal, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner.
• Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.
• Effectively represent the library in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized HR software applications programs.
• Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

San Mateo County Libraries

Vision: San Mateo County Libraries ignites growth through transformative experiences.

Mission: San Mateo County Libraries strengthens our community by creating an inclusive sense of place and an environment for learning.

San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of 11 member cities and the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County. Our family of libraries include Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, North Fair Oaks, Pacifica-Sharp Park, Pacifica-Sanchez, Portola Valley, San Carlos, and Woodside. Our service area spans rural and urban communities, with approximately 270,000 residents, 75% of whom have library cards. For more information about San Mateo County Libraries, please visit www.smcl.org.

What sets us apart?

• A work culture based on an iterative, tinkering, growth mindset approach.
• Work/life fit flexibility.
• Learning organization, with robustly funded conference and training opportunities for all staff.
• Competitive pay, great benefits, well-funded pension system.
• Dynamic, fun work environment.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in human resources, business or public administration, or a related field, and five (5) years increasingly responsible personnel experience in public sector, including two years experience in a management capacity. A master’s degree in a related field is highly desirable.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: October 7 - 11, 2024

Civil Service Panel Interview: October 24 and/or 25, 2024

Position Highlights:

• Join a dynamic Library Services Department that delivers extraordinary service
• Opportunities to engage with the community and affect positive changes
• Work in a collaborative and collegial environment

Come join an innovative, service-oriented team at the Thousand Oaks Library as a part-time Library Aide (Hourly).  We are a municipal library serving a population of 127,000, committed to Inspire, Inform, and Engage our citizens by providing resources representing all points of view.  We seek partners to build our future and community through a collaborative team environment rooted in service, innovation, and excellence.

The Library currently has one hourly Library Aide opening. The position will work 15-18 hours per week. (Note: This recruitment will also be used to establish an eligibility list for future hourly Library Aide openings over the next few months.)

The position requires working day, night, and weekend shifts at the Newbury Park Library, 2331 Borchard Road, Newbury Park, CA 91320 and may include shifts at the Grant R. Brimhall Library, 1401 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362.

Primary responsibilities:

Circulation Services staff perform a variety of clerical and office support duties in a teamwork-oriented environment.  Primary responsibilities include providing in-person service at a Circulation Desk and over the phone, checking materials in and out, resolving problems such as lost and damaged or claims returned items, and registering or updating library cards.  Hourly Library Aides also assist full-time staff in tracking overdue materials, collection notices, and hold requests.

The City of Orinda, California, is seeking a Maintenance and Facilities Superintendent for a new role overseeing the Public Works Maintenance & Facilities Division’s operation, preservation, and repair of municipal buildings and public facilities! The Superintendent will oversee a direct staff of two, up to eight indirect reports, and an approximate operating budget of $3.4 million and Capital Improvement Budget of approximately $1.15 million. This exciting leadership position involves managing building, parks, streets and drainage maintenance operations, and delivering certain projects in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and long-term maintenance plans for buildings, streets, storm drain systems, parks, and trees, as well as overseeing contract work with landscaping and janitorial crews. The ideal candidate has a strong background in both facilities management and maintenance operations. They will lead new staff integration efforts in this reorganized Division, championing an inclusive culture that emphasizes respect for diverse perspectives and cultivating a unified, positive workplace. The Superintendent will possess an engaging leadership style, connect with all levels of staff, and recognize employee strengths and contributions. Elevate operations and inspire teams in this innovative Public Works Maintenance Division – apply today!

THE COMMUNITY

Orinda, California is often referred to as the “Hidden Gem of the Bay Area.” Known for its idyllic suburban charm and breathtaking natural beauty, Orinda offers a unique blend of tranquil living and proximity to urban conveniences. Spanning nearly 13 square miles and home to approximately 20,000 residents, Orinda seamlessly blends a close-knit community atmosphere with ample open space. This city is celebrated for its stunning vistas and access to outdoor recreation such as Briones Regional Park, offering hiking, biking, and horse-riding trails with panoramic views. Major attractions include the renowned Orinda Theatre, an iconic establishment known for its classic and independent film screenings, and the Orinda Community Center which hosts various cultural and social events throughout the year. Orinda is bordered by the cities of Lafayette, Moraga, Berkeley, and Oakland, all of which can be reached through Orinda’s own BART station, and offer additional dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Located approximately 20 minutes from downtown San Francisco, Orinda offers the serenity of suburban life while being close enough to enjoy the cultural and economic vibrancy of one of the world’s most iconic cities. Orinda’s top industries include education, real estate, and professional services, reflecting the city’s well-educated and affluent population.

THE CITY

With an approximate budget of $39 million, the city employs over 40 staff supplemented with part-time and seasonal professionals. It operates under a Council/Manager form of government, with five elected city council members who serve at-large, each for a four-year term. The City of Orinda strives to provide excellent service in a fiscally responsible manner and to promote a safe, healthy, and vibrant community.​ Learn more about Orinda: https://cityoforinda.org/

THE DEPARTMENT & DIVISION
The Department of Public Works (DPW) is responsible for maintenance activities along approximately 92 miles of public right-of-way. It strives to improve, develop, and maintain public infrastructure essential to the safety, mobility, and quality of life for Orinda citizens. The DPW operates with an approximate annual operating budget of $5 million and has 17 staff members. The Department also administers a CIP budget of approximately $14 million. DPW’s organizational structure consists of two divisions: Engineering Services, and Maintenance & Facilities Services.

The Maintenance & Facilities Division is responsible for the repair and improvement of city-owned public infrastructures including stormwater drainage, roadway, traffic, and pavement, and for coordinating with vendors and contractors on large maintenance and landscaping projects. The Division operates with an approximate annual operating budget of $3.4 million. The Division’s recent reorganization now includes the integration of the maintenance operations of the Parks & Recreation Department, which covers the following buildings and parks:

• Four buildings: City Hall, Library, Community Center and Art  & Garden Center
• Corporation Yard
• Misc. buildings: Ranch House, Kinder gym, Restrooms (Wilder, Orinda Oaks)
• Five Parks: Wilder Park, Orinda Community Park, Orinda Oaks, Orinda Sports Field, Pine Grove
• Joint use of Orinda Union School District fields

View the City’s current Strategic Plan: https://cityoforinda.org/DocumentCenter/View/4165/Strategic-Priorities-2023

View the City’s current budget: https://www.cityoforinda.org/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/141

THE JOB
The Maintenance and Facilities Superintendent is responsible for ensuring that municipal buildings and public facilities are maintained to high standards, remaining safe and functional for employees and the public. The Superintendent will oversee a direct staff of two supervisors, up to eight indirect reports, and the Division’s annual budget. This role involves managing contract and project activities, including multi-year park and landscape maintenance contracts (currently with MCE corporation), multi-year janitorial services, facilities maintenance projects in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and long-term maintenance and repair plans for city-owned buildings, streets, storm drain systems, parks, trees, and landscaping. The Superintendent will coordinate with City departments and external contractors; assess and prepare contract documents; participate in vendor selection; administer contracts and evaluate contractor performance; and review and approve billings. Responsibilities also include programming building maintenance, prioritizing tasks, managing safety trainings, coordinating emergency responses, and ensuring regulatory compliance, including adherence to ADA accessibility regulations. Under the direction of the Director of Public Works, the Superintendent will coordinate activities and operations to allocate resources effectively. They will thoughtfully balance daily operational tasks and long-term strategy, ensuring alignment with community needs and goals.

CURRENT PROJECTS & OPPORTUNITIES:

• Staff Culture & Integration: Continue the successful integration of new team members, provide cross-training opportunities for professional growth, and serve as an energetic and motivational leader for this highly effective Public Works Division.
• Facilities Maintenance Projects: City Hall exterior painting (CIP # 4182), Library exterior painting (CIP # 4175), City Hall HVAC control rehabilitation, Community Center Exterior painting (CIP# 4083), City Hall flooring replacement.
• Call-Out and Emergency Response: Manage the rotation for after-hours call outs and emergency response

View the City’s Capital Improvement Plan: https://www.cityoforinda.org/DocumentCenter/View/4338/Capital-Improvement-Plan-FY-202223-202728

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination equivalent to education and experience is likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in building maintenance, facility management, construction management, public works operations or related activity including two (2) years of supervisory responsibility.
• Education: Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering, construction management, architecture, public administration or a related field.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's license with a demonstrated history of safe driving.

Desired Qualifications:

Certifications & Licenses (any of the following):

• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Licensed Architect
• Certified Facility Manager (FM), by International Facility Management Association
• American Public Works Association (APWA) Certifications (e.g. Certified Public Works Professional-Supervision)
• Project Management Professional (PMP), by Project Management Institute (PMI)
• PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP)
• Licensed General Contractor (Class B or A)

EMERGENCY RESPONSE

This position will be designated as an emergency response worker and must be prepared to respond during weather emergencies or crises. They will be responsible for collaborating with other city departments and external agencies to address and mitigate emergency conditions.

For a full listing of job duties, KSA's and qualifications, see Job Description link.

Looking for a career with impact? The City and County of San Francisco (CCSF) and some of its various departments are hiring Custodians! Help us create a clean and welcoming space for guests, employees, tenants, and the communities we serve while growing your career. Interested? Apply today!

Under direction, the Custodian performs routine manual cleaning tasks in public buildings, schools, other facilities, and surrounding areas. 

Examples of essential duties include but not limited to the following:

• Sweeps, scrubs, mops, spots and waxes floors; vacuums and cleans rugs and carpets.
• Cleans, dusts and polishes cabinets, furniture and woodwork; empties and cleans waste receptacles and ashtrays.
• Cleans stairways and hallways; cleans and disinfects restrooms and replenishes supplies; may perform minor duties in unplugging sinks and toilets; cleans offices and lobbies; cleans ceilings, walls, window shades, light fixtures and venetian blinds.
• Assists in moving and arranging furniture and equipment.
• Turns out lights and locks doors and windows.
• Operates scrubbers, buffers, waxers and related electrical appliances and equipment; may tend simple, low pressure heating and ventilating systems; may check water levels in gauges and periodically perform routine servicing to boilers and pumps.
• In recreational areas, cleans auditoriums, gymnasiums, club houses and locker rooms; picks up papers and rubbish in play areas; hangs flags and decorations; reports evidences of vandalism, broken plumbing, windows, doors, locks, etc.
• May wash interior glass partitions and interior and exterior windows which can be easily reached from floor or ground level.
• As school custodian, may supervise and maintain order among students during recess periods; distributes milk or other refreshments to students; performs minor duties in repairing  chairs, desks and toys.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

$2500 Sign-on Bonus!

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for an individual to serve as a Clinical Therapist I/II for the Adult Outpatient Program (AOP). The Clinical Therapist I/II will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community with moderate to severe behavioral health clients. 

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Provides individual, group, and family interventions, rehabilitation, and treatment services including counseling, therapy, case management, and referral and linkage to community services to a variety of clients including high acuity clients.

• Within scope of authority, assesses, diagnoses, and treats a variety of clients with mental health disorders; collaborates with clients and creates individualized treatments plans according to client’s needs and circumstances.

• Initiates and conducts individual, group, and family counseling and biopsychosocial therapy sessions utilizing a variety of techniques and modalities; provides case management services in the office and in the field.

• Performs routine and emergency intake evaluations according to Authority procedure; completes appropriate forms and documents relating to the intake process; and prepares medical and demographic case history for use in diagnosis.

• Assists clients and family members in understanding behavioral health diagnosis, contributing factors/causes, effects, prognosis, rehabilitation, and treatment.

• Works with clients to address stressors and barriers to treatment and/or social functioning; identifies and focuses on client strengths and personal resources to effectively engage and treat client.

Is your passion helping people and organizations? Do you have a proven track record of excellence in the Human Resources field? Are you interested in helping to drive culture and create an innovative and engaged workforce within a growing community?

The City of Newark is now recruiting for a Human Resources Technician. The Human Resources Technician is often responsible for first impressions of the City to potential job candidates, employees, and the general public. They are responsible for providing accurate and timely information and are expected to wow our employees and other customers with exemplary personal service. Technicians support all of the Human Resources functions, including recruitment and selection, employee engagement, employee development, workers' compensation, benefits, performance management, talent acquisition, employee relations, and classification and compensation. While working as a generalist in all areas, they can also specialize in a few areas that match their skills, passion, and professional growth interests.

Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Experience:

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible human resources technical or administrative work.

Training:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent. College-level course work is desirable. 

License and Certificate:

Possession of a valid driver license and a satisfactory driving record throughout employment.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of  Human Resources Analyst I/II in the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Analyst performs a wide range of complex and professional analytical duties in support of a centralized human resources, organizational services and risk management office. 

This incumbent will use their strong understanding of human resources competencies and regulations to provide advice to supervisors, managers, and employees on all aspects of human resources policies, practices and procedures; research and analyze laws and regulations for compliance of human resources functions. Depending on the assignment, the incumbent will manage the County’s workforce development program, oversee employee development and training, and handle leave management. Other responsibilities may include diverse training for new and current staff; safety and risk management support; coordination of employee benefits; HRIS and payroll processes; workers' compensation claims; protected leaves administration and interactive process; and other duties as assigned.

About the Human Resources Department:

Human Resources and Organizational Services (HROS) partners with County departments on a full range of Human Resources and Risk Management Services including assistance in recruitment, selection, retention, leave management, ergonomics, classification and compensation analysis, consultation on organizational structure, organizational development, contract negotiations, employee relations, personnel records management, employee benefits, safety, workers’ compensation, risk management, and loss prevention.

Examples of Duties:

• Uphold Merit, County, State and Federal Personnel Laws, rules, regulations and other mandated personnel actions.

• Make presentations to large groups of employees, applicants, supervisors and/or managers and   address contentious issues accurately and with tact and discretion.

• Communicate with and respond to a variety of inquiries and complaints from the public, other agencies and county personnel.

• Continually research and analyze human resources policies, practices and procedures; assist with policy development and maintenance.

• Perform special projects as assigned.

Examples of Duties specific to Employee Development:

•  Research and analyze county needs for organizational development and workforce planning; assist in implementation of county-wide development; monitor and evaluate effectiveness of development programs and make recommendations if gaps occur.

Examples of Duties specific Leave Management:

• Analyze, coordinate, and maintain general and medical leaves of absence in compliance with federal and state leave acts (FMLA and CFRA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and/or state laws; engage in the interactive process to ascertain precise job related limitations, identify potential accommodations and assess their effectiveness; coordinate leave benefits; and distribute written and verbal information to inform County management, supervisors and employees of program requirements.

The Behavioral Health Clinician I/II performs a variety of professional duties in the provision of outpatient and crisis behavioral health services to individuals and groups. This person will work with complex casework which may include clinics, criminal justice, adult services, youth and family services, and other mental health settings where they may be asked to  respond to crisis situations, work with case managers and psychiatrists in treatment teams and be familiar with various treatment modalities to ensure clients are in appropriate treatment services. The position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week.

JOB DUTIES

• Provides professional mental health outpatient evaluation, consultation, and treatment services to individuals and groups.
• Performs client intake procedures.
• Provides individual, group, and family counseling on a variety of mental health problems and substance use disorders; develops treatment plans; provides follow-up counseling and assists clients with the resolution of problems.
• Observes clients on-site at schools, etc., as necessary; conducts home visits as necessary. Consults with psychiatrist and other clinical staff about treatment planning for clients.
• Provides psychotherapy to children and adult clients or their relatives through individual or group therapy methods.
• Performs performance outcome measures and completes related administrative work.